Brussels Airlines reaches agreement with cockpit unions on reward package

March 27, 2024

Brussels Airlines has successfully concluded negotiations with cockpit unions regarding their reward package, with the agreement formally signed on March 24, 2024. The specifics of the agreement will be communicated to the cockpit community in the forthcoming days. This agreement, mindful of the carrier’s current financial situation, primarily aims to enhance gross salaries. During the

Over two-million gallons of blended SAF will be supplied into the fuelling system at Schiphol Airport over the course of 2024 © Emirates

Emirates adds SAF on flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

March 27, 2024

Emirates has commenced the activation of its fuel agreement with Neste this month at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Over two-million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be supplied into the fuelling system at Schiphol Airport over the course of 2024. The airline will track the delivery of SAF into the fuelling systems and environmental

New bins will be available on 50 aircraft by the end of this year and can accommodate up to 29 more bags per flight, helping make room for everyone's carry-on © United Airlines

United introduces larger overhead bins for Skywest E175 fleet

March 26, 2024

United Airlines (United) has released that it is installing new, larger overhead bins on its SkyWest operated Embraer E175 fleet that will provide more room for passengers’ roll aboard carry-on bags. These new bins will be available on 50 aircraft with a 76-seat configuration by the end of this year. United may expand the E175

Rex' Boeing 737NG full-flight simulator has been moved from Brisbane to Sidney © Rex

Rex’ Boeing 737NG full-flight simulator shifts base to Sydney

March 25, 2024

Rex has announced the certification of its Boeing 737NG full-flight simulator (FFS) by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), marking its readiness for operational use. The Level D FFS is adaptable for both 737-700 and 737-800 variants and holds approval for upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT). Originally located at Ansett Aviation Training (AAT) facilities

Southwest Airlines, TWU 555 sign collective bargaining agreement for Ramp, Operations and Cargo Agents

March 22, 2024

Southwest Airlines has confirmed the approval of a collective bargaining agreement with the Transport Workers Union Local 555 (TWU 555) for nearly 18,000 of its ramp, operations, provisioning and cargo agents. This agreement covers the second-largest group of employees among the airline’s 12 labour agreements. Adam Carlisle, Vice President of Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines,

GKN Aerospace is joining HyFIVE Consortium

GKN Aerospace joins HyFIVE Consortium to lead liquid-hydrogen fuel system development

March 21, 2024

GKN Aerospace partners with Marshall, Parker Meggitt, University of Manchester, University of Bath, and Cardiff University in the HyFIVE consortium. HyFIVE marks a significant step forward in the development of a world-leading liquid-hydrogen fuel system and future supply chain. This collaboration underscores GKN Aerospace’s dedication to driving innovation and sustainability in the aviation sector. The

British Airways is embarking on a multi-million-pound investment programme to overhaul its ground support equipment at Heathrow Airport © British Airways

British Airways overhauls airport equipment at Heathrow to reduce emissions

March 20, 2024

British Airways is embarking on a multi-million-pound investment programme to overhaul its ground support equipment at Heathrow Airport, as part of its commitment to reducing emissions both in the air and on the ground. The airline will gradually be replacing its ground vehicles at Heathrow, such as vans and cars, cargo transporters and passenger steps,

Inter Terminals Sweden partners with SAS to expand SAF facility in Port of Gävle

March 20, 2024

Inter Terminals Sweden is teaming up with SAS to enhance its aviation fuel capabilities in the Port of Gävle. The project involves repurposing tanks from traditional fossil heating oil storage to create a blending and storage facility for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This expansion aligns with SAS’s ambitious environmental objectives to fuel SAF equivalent to

Alaska Airlines aircraft maintenance staff approved a new five-year contract © Ingrid Barrentine

Alaska Airlines aircraft maintenance staff approve new contract

March 18, 2024

Alaska Airlines’ maintenance technicians, controllers and affiliated employees, represented by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), have given their stamp of approval to a new five-year contract. Negotiated over a span of 12 months, the agreement introduces significant enhancements, including boosted wages, augmented retirement contributions, and improvements in quality of life. “This agreement not only

The partnership between Lilium and Atlantic Aviation aims to establish a planned network to support operators of the Lilium Jet  © Lilium

Lilium and Atlantic Aviation sign MoU to electrify existing airport infrastructure

March 15, 2024

Lilium and Atlantic Aviation, a fixed-based operation (FBO) and aviation services provider, have signed an MoU to prepare Atlantic’s network of more than 100 FBOs for the Lilium Jet’s upcoming regional air mobility service launch in the United States.  This strategic partnership will work to ensure seamless compatibility between the Lilium Jet and Atlantic’s network of

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