Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
Dick Rutan, the legendary pilot, educator, and adventurer, has passed away at the age of 85. A press release issued on behalf of the family confirmed the news, stating that Rutan died on Friday surrounded by loved ones at Kootenai Hospital in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. His death was attributed to complications arising from a yearlong […]
DICK RUTAN, AVIATOR EXTRAORDINAIRE, PASSES AWAY AT 85Read More »
Finnair celebrates its centenary year with a remarkable commitment to sustainability, unveiling 100 initiatives aimed at environmental and social progress. Inviting its workforce to contribute ideas, Finnair received over 250 suggestions, from which they carefully selected actions aligned with their sustainability goals. “These initiatives, introduced during our centennial celebrations, signify our dedication to the next […]
FINNAIR UNVEILS 100 SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES FOR CENTENARY YEARRead More »
Archer Aviation Inc., in an agreement reached at the DRIFTx mobility event held at the Yas Marina Circuit, is aimed at expediting Archer’s ambitious plans for commercial air taxi operations across the UAE. The agreement encompasses investments to propel Archer’s envisaged commercial air taxi services in the UAE, with a target launch as early as […]
ARCHER’S AVIATION PLANS COMMERCIAL AIR TAXI OPERATIONS IN UAERead More »
Boeing, a company grappling with recent avionics safety issues, seeks to redeem itself as it prepares for the inaugural crewed launch of its Starliner spacecraft from Florida on Monday night. The scheduled liftoff of Starliner, set for 10:34 pm ET, presents Boeing with an opportunity to showcase its capabilities and re-establish trust in its space […]
BOEING AIMS TO REVITALISE REPUTATION WITH STARLINER CREW CAPSULE LAUNCHRead More »
In a groundbreaking move that promises to redefine simulator training, AXIS Flight Simulation unveils its latest innovation: the AX-D Flex. This cutting-edge solution marks a significant leap forward in flight training technology, offering a versatile three-in-one simulator experience housed within a single mothership. The AX-D Flex introduces a front-loading roll-on/roll-off system, revolutionising the way pilots […]
AXIS FLIGHT SIMULATION INTRODUCES REVOLUTIONARY AX-D FLEX TRAINING SOLUTIONRead More »
The European Commission, alongside national consumer protection authorities, has initiated proceedings against 20 airlines for engaging in misleading “greenwashing” practices. This move underscores the European Union’s commitment to ensuring accurate consumer information and combating deceptive environmental claims within the aviation industry. In a joint statement released on Tuesday, the European Commission, in collaboration with Belgian, […]
EU TAKES ACTION AGAINST 20 AIRLINES FOR GREENWASHINGRead More »
Australia’s national carrier, Qantas, has agreed to a settlement of $120 million Australian dollars ($79m) to resolve a lawsuit concerning the sale of tickets for flights that had already been cancelled. This settlement comes after the airline faced scrutiny for advertising seats on thousands of “ghost flights” during 2021 and 2022. The settlement includes a […]
AUSTRALIA’S QANTAS TO PAY $79M OVER ‘GHOST FLIGHTS’ FURORERead More »
Avolon and Cebu Pacific (‘CEB’) have joined forces in a remarkable initiative to revamp a community centre in a rural village on Cebu in the Philippines. The centre, managed by the local charity City Gates Academy, serves as a lifeline for underprivileged children, many of whom are orphans or come from families grappling with addiction. […]
AVOLON AND CEBU PACIFIC PARTNER ON COMMUNITY PROJECT IN THE PHILIPPINESRead More »
Boeing, the renowned American aerospace giant, has encountered a tumultuous quarter marked by a safety crisis stemming from a mid-flight blowout of a cabin panel on a new 737 Max 9 jet. This incident, occurring in January, reverberated across the industry, casting doubts on the safety of Boeing’s flagship commercial aircraft. In response to the […]
BOEING GRAPPLES WITH CHALLENGES: RECORDS FIRST QUARTERLY REVENUE DROP IN NEARLY TWO YEARSRead More »
Recent data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed a notable increase in passenger demand for Middle Eastern and African carriers in March 2024. Middle Eastern airlines recorded a substantial 10.8% year-on-year surge in passenger demand, while African carriers also experienced a commendable 8.1% year-on-year growth. Willie Walsh, Director General of […]
MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICAN CARRIERS EXPERIENCE SURGE IN PASSENGER DEMANDRead More »
