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Published at 0900PST / 1700GMT 20JAN26 Batik Air Malaysia in the third quarter of 2026 schedules limited time service to Xinjiang in China, as the airline schedules 1 weekly Kuala Lumpur – Urumqi flight. Airbus A330-300 aircraft to operate this route from 28AUG26 to 18SEP26, Kuala Lumpur departure.OD8632 KUL1600 – 2340URC 330 5OD8633 URC0140 – 0915KUL 330 6
Discover the surprising reasons behind airlines' massive investments in cabin design.
Qantas Airlines is expecting a multi-million dollar upgrade of QantasLink’s fleet. Onboard QantasLink’s fleet includes 28 Airbus A320, and Airbus A319 aircraft with access to onboard WiFi, moves and TV shows on your own device through Qantas’s Entertainment App. Cabin upgrades to planes to improve comfort and reliability onboard flights Expected as part of the […] The post Qantas upgrades cabins and aircraft for Western Australian appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
Introduced in 1928, the Boeing F2B marked a key step in U.S. Navy carrier fighter development, blending biplane design with the powerful Pratt & Whitney Wasp during the interwar years.
Published at 0800PST / 1600GMT 20JAN26Batik Air Malaysia from March 2026 plans to launch new international route at Kuching, as the carrier recently filed operational schedule for Kuching – Guangzhou route. The airline plans to serve this route twice weekly with 737-800, effective 10MAR26.OD662 KCH2220 – 0220+1CAN 738 26OD663 CAN0320 – 0720KCH 738 37
New “self-service flows” are meant to help passengers navigate flight disruptions.
Lufthansa is accelerating celebrations for its 100th anniversary by expanding its growing fleet of specially painted aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s long history. Following the recent arrival of a Boeing 787-9 in commemorative colors, the German flag carrier is set to welcome two more aircraft showcasing the distinctive anniversary livery. Lufthansa’s Iconic […] The post Lufthansa Expands 100th Anniversary Fleet, Adds A320 and A350 appeared first on Travel Radar - Avia
Lufthansa, unlike almost every other airlne in the world, has been holding on to its old "jumbo jets." What's the reason, and what's next?
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced today Africa’s largest carrier ordered nine 787 Dreamliner airplanes as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise. Ethiopian Airlines will leverage the 787-9 jets to grow its route network, which currently serves 145 international destinations. The airline’s latest 787 purchase follows its commitment for 11 737 MAX jets announced at the Dubai Airshow. Both... The post Press Release: Ethiopian Airlines orders nine Boeing 787 Dreamlin
Published at 0700PST / 1500GMT 20JAN26 Starlux Airlines today (20JAN26) opened reservations for its Airbus A350-1000 aircraft operating service, which the airline schedules inaugural flight on 10FEB26, on Taipei Taoyuan – Tokyo Narita route. Initially the A350-1000 is scheduled to operate JX802/803, switching to JX800/801 from 29MAR26.Separately, other aircraft changes during Northern summer 2026 season include the following.* JX802/80301JUN26 – 10JUL26 A330-900neo replaces A350-900* JX804/
The aircraft just completed another test flight in anticipation of its delivery to the German flag carrier.
The aircraft will help the carrier grow its international network, officials said.
AGS Airport group, which owns and operates Aberdeen, Glasgow and Southampton airports has designated Robert Paterson to the role of Operations Director and Aberdeen International Airport. From baggage handler to Head of Operations to Operations Director After being a key member at Aberdeen International Airport, serving most recently as Head of Operations where Paterson was […] The post Robert Paterson appointed as Operations Director at Aberdeen International Airport appeared first on Travel Ra
Published at 0600PST / 1400GMT 20JAN26Thai Lion Air earlier this month launched service to Korea, with the inaugural of Bangkok Don Mueang – Seoul Incheon route on 14JAN26. Previously reported, the airline filed 1 daily flight with Boeing 737-800, however it has since up-gauged to 737-900ER, at least until 28MAR26.SL352 DMK0320 – 1055ICN 739 DSL353 ICN1330 – 1715DMK 739 D
Ethiopian Airlines has placed an order for nine additional Boeing 787-9 aircraft, according to an announcement by the… The post Ethiopian Airlines places order for nine additional Boeing 787-9 aircraft appeared first on AeroTime.
Ethiopian Airlines has the largest 787 fleet in Africa.
Ethiopian Airlines has announced that the construction of its new $12.5 billion airport project has begun. The new facility is set to become the largest airport on the African continent and its first mega-hub, with the capacity to handle over 100 million passengers annually.With the airline's current hub set to reach maximum capacity in the coming years, this new airport project will be funded by the airline, along with a few domestic and international credit lenders. The first phase of the airp
The removal of aircraft at Juba International Airport is underway after South Sudan’s aviation regulator ordered airlines and operators to clear abandoned or unserviceable planes within 30 days. Laying in Wait Aircraft parked along taxiways or sitting idle on aprons have drawn attention from officials. Since early this year, new guidance has taken effect under […] The post South Sudan Removes Old Planes from Juba Airport for Safety appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
Published at 0500PST / 1300GMT 20JAN26Solomon Airlines today (20JAN26) announced planned international service for Northern summer 2026 season, including the launch of new service to Christchurch from July 2026.Honiara – Port Moresby eff 31MAR26 1 weekly A320 (This route was briefly served in July 2024)IE717 HIR0940 – 1100POM 320 2IE718 POM1200 – 1520HIR 320 2Port Vila – Christchurch eff 01JUL26 2 weekly A320IE729 VLI1615 – 2105CHC 320 36IE728 CHC0925 – 1235VLI 320 47The airline will also introd
A bold move that redefined aviation performance: the untold story behind the Boeing 757's dual-engine strategy.