Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
KlasJet, a global leader in the provision of bespoke group flights and a key player in the ACMI leasing market, has further strengthened its strategic partnership with Sun D’or by EL AL Group. The collaboration continues with KlasJet leasing a fourth Boeing 737-800 aircraft. Set for the period of December 28, 2024, to March 31, […]
As global interest in seaplane and amphibious aviation continues to grow, the Future Opportunities for Seaplanes and Amphibious Aviation (FOSAA25) conference is poised to spotlight this dynamic sector. Scheduled for 11 February 2025 at the prestigious Biltmore Hotel in Miami, the event promises to attract a global audience of delegates and exhibitors eager to explore
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VIENNA, AUSTRIA (January 2025) – Austrian Airlines has achieved a significant milestone in aviation sustainability with the successful maiden flight of its first Boeing 777-200ER equipped with the groundbreaking AeroSHARK surface technology. The long-haul aircraft, registered OE-LPC, completed its inaugural journey from Bangkok to Vienna under flight number OS26, following recent certification of the technology
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In a move reflecting heightened security measures, Israel has introduced stricter regulations for private jet travel from the United States, creating new challenges for operators. The country’s Aviation Security Operations Center (ASOC) has eliminated direct departures from U.S. airports to Israel, leaving operators with only three pathways to comply with the new rules. New Compliance
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Air travel often feels seamless to passengers. They book a flight, settle into their seats, and anticipate arriving at their destination with a snack and some in-flight entertainment to pass the time. However, behind every flight lies a complex network of decisions and data points. These range from software that provides pilots with actionable insights
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Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) has been added to the European Union’s Air Safety List, effectively barring the national carrier from operating within EU airspace. This inclusion comes despite the airline not currently flying any routes to the European Union Zone. The EU Air Safety List, a roster of airlines that fail to meet the
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The financial outlook for 2025 by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), which highlighted that total airline industry revenues are expected to be $1.007 trillion, representing an increase of 4.4 per cent from 2024, is heartwarming and shows the speed at which airlines have recovered from the devastating effects of the pandemic. Equally impressive is
Johannesburg: After two days of disruption, South African Airways (SAA) has announced the suspension of the pilots’ strike that commenced on 5 December 2024. The resolution follows a breakthrough in negotiations between SAA Executive Management and the South African Airways Pilots Association (SAAPA). Key to ending the deadlock was an agreement to increase pilots’ salaries
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The African airline, boasting one of the youngest and most advanced fleets on the continent, will now be able to sell its tickets through over 60 markets and thus significantly expands its global distribution network. The African airline RwandAir has signed an agreement with Euroairlines Group to improve the distribution of its more than 30
In a decisive move to expand its presence in Africa, VistaJet, the world’s premier global business aviation company, is launching its inaugural East and South Africa Static Display Roadshow. This landmark event will feature the renowned Bombardier Global 7500, the largest and longest-range business jet, underscoring VistaJet’s commitment to the continent’s growing business aviation market.
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