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Embraer’s E-Freighter programme receives Aviation Week recognition, reflecting its role in regional cargo operations. Award acknowledges programme execution and alignment with evolving cargo demand Washington D.C., 19 March 2026 – Embraer’s E-Freighter programme has been recognised with the 2026 Aviation Week Program Excellence Award in the OEM category, highlighting both execution and market relevance in […]
Ethiopian Airlines will resume direct passenger flights between Addis Ababa and Atlanta on 21 May 2026, restoring a vital strategic link for business and diaspora travellers. NETWORK RESTORATION Resumption of Transatlantic Operations Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest network carrier, has confirmed it will resume direct passenger services between Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Hartsfield-Jackson
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FlySafair introduces one-tap Apple Pay and Google Pay functionality via Stitch, enhancing the mobile booking experience and reducing transaction friction for passengers. Streamlined Payment Integration via Stitch Johannesburg-based low-cost carrier FlySafair has announced the introduction of one-tap payment options within its mobile application. By integrating Apple Pay and Google Pay, the airline aims to reduce
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World Airnews examines the latest IATA Long-Term Demand Projections, which forecast global air travel to double by 2050, driven by rapid growth in the African and Asia Pacific markets. IATA Forecasts Sustained Growth to Mid-Century The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its Long-Term Demand Projections (LTDP), revealing that global air passenger demand is
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SITA calls for improved collaboration and data sharing across transport sectors to address inefficiencies in intermodal travel and enhance passenger experience. White paper highlights breakdowns in passenger journeys SITA has called for greater collaboration across the transport sector to address inefficiencies in intermodal travel, according to its white paper Navigating the Seams of Seamless Travel.
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IATA has outlined three priorities for the air cargo industry: accelerating digitalisation, strengthening global standards and enhancing safety and security. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has outlined three priorities for the global air cargo industry: accelerating digitalisation, strengthening global standards, and enhancing safety and security. The priorities were highlighted at the opening of
Dassault Aviation has unveiled the Falcon 10X, its new ultra-long-range business jet, during a rollout event in Bordeaux-Mérignac as the programme moves toward flight testing. New ultra-long-range aircraft introduced during rollout ceremony in Bordeaux-Mérignac. Dassault Aviation has unveiled its new Falcon 10X business jet during a rollout presentation attended by more than 400 customers,
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ACC Aviation is supporting evacuation charter flights for governments, companies and private travellers as geopolitical unrest disrupts aviation operations across parts of the Middle East. Charter specialist assisting government, corporate and private evacuation movements as regional flight operations face disruption. CHARTER SUPPORT PROVIDED DURING REGIONAL DISRUPTIONS ACC Aviation has confirmed it is actively
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SITA integrates Google’s Find Hub location-sharing feature into WorldTracer®, enabling passenger-authorised bag location data to support faster airline baggage recovery. Passenger-authorised location sharing from mobile platforms can now be used within airline baggage tracing systems GENEVA, 3 MARCH 2026 – SITA has integrated the share item location capability from Google’s Find Hub into WorldTracer, enabling
LIFT has unveiled a special aircraft tail livery to mark its fifth anniversary, following a nationwide design competition that attracted nearly 3,000 submissions. The winning artwork, now displayed on a LIFT Airbus A320, was created by 24-year-old Durban-based graphic designer Alyssa Reyersbach. The design was selected and voted for by the public, with the airline
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