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Published at 1000PST / 1800GMT 04FEB26Air Canada during Fall season schedules aircraft changes on Montreal – Lyon route. From 08SEP26 to 22OCT26 (Montreal departure), the Star Alliance member plans to operate this route with Airbus A321XLR, instead of 787-8/-9. Overall frequency during this period increases from 4 to 5 weekly.AC876 YUL2215 – 1140+1LYS 32Q x35AC877 LYS1355 – 1640YUL 32Q x46
Air France participates in the 34th annual Aviation Training and Careers Fair to provide career guidance and recruitment to prospects in the aviation sector. Air France Participates in Aviation Training and Careers Fair During a three-day visit to the Aviation Training and Careers Fair, Air France provided career guidance and recruitment to prospective aviation industry […] The post Air France Participates in 34th Annual Aviation Training Careers Fair appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation Ne
The aircraft offers impressive long-haul capabilities.
The carrier has added another XLR route to Europe, along with the first US-bound service.
SMYRNA, Tenn., Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Contour Airlines is excited to announce new air service at Cavern City Airport (CNM), providing travelers with convenient nonstop flights to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Denver International Airport (DEN). Service is scheduled to begin on March 1, 2026, expanding travel options for the Carlsbad region and strengthening connectivity to major […]
On February 4, 1935, the Mitsubishi A5M Claude flew for the first time, becoming the world’s first low-wing monoplane fighter to enter carrier service.
Published at 0800PST / 1600GMT 04FEB26 Uzbekistan’s Centrum Air this week removed schedule listing for Tashkent – Manchester route, previously scheduled to commence on 30MAR26. On the airline’s website, Manchester is no longer listed as travel options on its web booking system.Previously filed 2 weekly flights from 30MAR26 as follows.C6161 TAS0335 – 0715MAN 32Q 1C6161 TAS1320 – 1700MAN 32Q 5C6162 MAN0835 – 1935TAS 32Q 1C6162 MAN1820 – 0515+1TAS 32Q 5
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Boeing confirmed that the deal for 24 F-15EX will not proceed, with Indonesia meanwhile signing a Letter of Intent to replace the Hawk with the M-346F Block 20. After some years in a limbo, it appears that Indonesia has abandoned its plan to acquire the F-15EX Eagle II. At the same time, the country has […]
JetBlue Airways, the largest airline serving the Dominican Republic, on February 4, 2026 proudly announces that a vibrant design by artist Willy Gómez has been selected for its first-ever special aircraft livery honoring the Dominican Republic. Chosen by public vote, the design celebrates the country’s rich cultural identity while underscoring JetBlue’s long-standing commitment to the […]
Published at 0700PST / 1500GMT 04FEB26Air India as of yesterday (03FEB26) further revised planned service changes on Mumbai – London Heathrow route during Northern summer 2026 season. By July 2026, the Star Alliance member schedules all-Boeing 787 service, instead of previously filed 1 of 14 weekly from August 2026 operated by 777-300ER.* AI131/130 eff 01JUL26 787-9 replaces 777-300ER * AI129/128 eff 02JUL26 787-8 replaces 777-300ER (The airline was showing 77W operating on Day 4 from 04AUG26)AI
Zebra, a leading international design and architecture consultancy, specialising in people-focused design experiences, has designed a transformative new lounge at Copenhagen Airport. Commissioned by Aspire Executive Lounge (Aspire) and launched in December 2025, the lounge reimagines the passenger experience through a concept deeply rooted in Copenhagen’s architectural and cultural identity. Inspired by the city’s historic nickname “The City... The post Press Release: Zebra design
These seats offer incredible comfort.
The long-delayed aircraft is slated for delivery in 2027.
An emergency was declared on board a Turkish Airlines flight from Kathmandu to Istanbul on February 4, 2026,… The post Turkish Airlines Airbus A330 bound for Istanbul suffers midair engine fire appeared first on AeroTime.
In February 2026, Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a subsidiary of the Singaporean SATS Group, reached an agreement to acquire Aviapartner Cargo’s freight operations at Brussels Airport. Key details of the transaction Scope of the acquisition: WFS will take over all of Aviapartner Cargo nv’s operations, including cargo handling, ground handling for cargo aircraft, and mail […]
Japan Airlines and Qantas have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding outlining plans for a strategic shareholder change at Jetstar Japan, aimed at supporting the low-cost carrier’s next phase of growth and sustainable development. Under the proposal, Qantas intends to divest its entire 33.32% stake, with the Development Bank of Japan (DBJ) set to join […]
Published at 0600PST / 1400GMT 04FEB26Biman Bangladesh Airlines in recent schedule update adjusted service for London Heathrow during Northern summer 2026 season. The airline in principal operates 5 weekly Dhaka – Sylhet – London Heathrow – Dhaka routing with 787-8/-9, however Thursdays service will operate with following routing from 04JUN26. 04JUN26 – 18JUN26 Dhaka – Sylhet – London Heathrow – Dhakaeff 25JUN26 Dhaka – London Heathrow vv (except 13AUG26 and 27AUG26)BG301 DAC1045 – 1705LHR 788 4