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At least 36 protected flamingoes have been killed in a single bird strike incident in western India involving an Emirates Boeing 777. The Dubai-Mumbai flight EK-508 was flying over the outskirts of India’s financial capital with over 300 passengers on board when it collided with the flock shortly before landing. The Emirates crew reported the bird strike […]
Airbus Helicopters, LCI, a leading aviation company, and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Company, Limited (SMFL), have announced an order for up to 21 of the latest generation helicopters. The major new order from LCI and SMFL’s joint venture leasing operation, SMFL LCI Helicopters (SMFLH), consists of 14 firm orders plus 7 options. It is
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Saudia Group has signed a firm order for an additional 105 A320neo Family aircraft. The order comprises 12 A320neo and 93 A321neo aircraft. This increases Saudia Group’s Airbus aircraft order backlog to 144 A320neo family aircraft. Saudi Arabia is creating unprecedented opportunities for global aviation through the Saudi National Tourism Strategy, which targets more than
Brussels, 16 May 2024 – An innovative aviation hydrogen handling and refuelling project, led by Airbus and supported by academic partners, airport operators and leading hydrogen-industry companies, has been launched to demonstrate small-scale liquid hydrogen aircraft ground operations at three European airports. The urge to decarbonise our economy and to develop Europe’s energy independence is
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Kenya Airways and Nairobi are set to take the aviation world by storm as they gear up to host the prestigious International Air Transport Association (IATA) Ground Handling Conference in May 2025. The announcement came as the curtains fell on the 2024 edition of the conference, held in the picturesque city of Reykjavík, Iceland. Monika
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Air Vanuatu, the flag carrier of the Pacific Islands nation of Vanuatu, has entered liquidation following the cancellation of all its flights, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. The airline cited “extended maintenance requirements” for its aircraft as the reason for the cancellations, affecting more than 20 flights to and from Australian cities Sydney and Brisbane,
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Emirates, the Middle East carrier, has firmly established its presence in South Africa, marking nearly three decades of uninterrupted service. With strategic expansions, innovative offerings, and key partnerships, Emirates has become a preferred choice for travelers to and from the country. Decades of Growth Emirates embarked on its South African journey in 1995 with just
Tanzania’s aviation sector is experiencing a significant upswing, with a remarkable surge in airline passenger numbers, marking a promising trajectory for the nation’s air travel industry. According to the Minister for Transport, Prof Makame Mbarawa, the first nine months of the fiscal year witnessed a substantial increase of nearly 24% in airline passengers. This surge
Aircraft contrails, those streaks often trailing behind jets in the sky, are now under increased scrutiny due to their potential link to climate change. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is calling for further investigation into the environmental impact of contrails, while the European Union (EU) is taking proactive steps towards tighter regulations. Contrails, formed
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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
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