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Chapman Freeborn’s UAE office exceeded its monthly targets across passenger, cargo and ACMI charter operations in January 2026,… The post Chapman Freeborn UAE tops January 2026 targets across passenger, cargo and ACMI appeared first on AeroTime.
The Air Force is to award BAE Systems a sole source contract to resolve deficiency reports (DRs) for the company’s ALR-56 radar warning receivers (RWRs) on F-15 and F-16 fighters and C-130 […] The post USAF To Award Sole Source Contract To BAE Systems To Resolve Deficiency Reports on ALR-56 appeared first on Avionics International.
The Boeing 737-900 was part of Alaska Airlines' fleet for almost 25 years.
Record-breaking event connects over 2,700 professionals with major airlines, mentorship, and $700K in scholarships.
American Airlines has confirmed that its upcoming Airbus A321neos will continue to be powered by the CFM International’s… The post American Airlines confirms upcoming A321neos to be powered by LEAP-1A engines appeared first on AeroTime.
Boeing and Sun PhuQuoc Airways today announced the new Vietnam-based carrier has ordered up to 40 787 Dreamliner jets to serve as the backbone of its widebody fleet. The airline will leverage the ultra-efficient, long-range 787 Dreamliner to connect international travelers to its Vietnam hub at Phu Quoc International Airport. Leaders of Sun Group and Sun PhuQuoc Airways […]
The use of commercial technologies for upgrades to Pratt & Whitney‘s [RTX] F117 engine for the U.S. Air Force C-17 airlifter by Boeing obviates the need for a re-engining of the 222 […] The post Use of Commercial Technologies Obviates Need for C-17 Re-engining, USAF Says appeared first on Avionics International.
KLM is considered to have the oldest airline name, with Qantas, Iberia, and Delta following with modest name changes.
Published at 0600PST / 1400GMT 19FEB26Akasa Air in mid-March 2026 plans to add Kozhikode – Jeddah route, where the airline schedules 1 daily flight, with 737 MAX 8 aircraft. First flight is scheduled on 13MAR26 with following schedule.QP596 CCJ1855 – 2350JED 7M8 DQP595 JED0910 – 1730CCJ 7M8 D
A Delta Airlines flight en route from Houston to Atlanta was forced to return to its departure airport early on Wednesday. Eye witnesses claim an unruly passenger’s behaviour prompted the crew to declare an emergency. The aircraft landed safely, and authorities met it at the gate. What Occured? Delta Flight 2557 was minutes into its […] The post Unruly Passenger Forces Delta Flight to Return to Houston appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
We’re admittedly a few weeks late in reporting this news but in early January in Seattle, leaders from Alaska Airlines, Boeing and the U.S. Department of Transportation joined employees, customers and guests to celebrate and welcome the first 787-9 painted in Alaska’s global livery.
At the Fullerton Hotel in Singapore, just before the rush of the Singapore Airshow 2026, AeroTime sat down… The post Farewell interview: Subhas Menon on leading AAPA through unprecedented times appeared first on AeroTime.
The announcement comes just hours after Airbus called out rival engine maker Pratt & Whitney as a cause for its delivery delays.
As Airbus prepares to fly the open rotor engine concept on the A380, the company's CEO weighs the pros and cons of using the jet for future test flights.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Spanish Airline Association (ALA) called for a 4.9% annual reduction in Spanish airport charges. IATA and ALA propose spreading the reduction over 2027–2031. Details of the reduction AENA, which operates most of Spain‘s airports, has proposed an annual increase of 3.8% over the next five years, covered […] The post Reduction in Spanish airport charges, Proposes IATA and ALA appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
Published at 0500PST / 1300GMT 19FEB26Air Canada this week announced new route launch to Mexico, where the airline schedules Montreal – Guadalajara route. Served on year-round basis, the Star Alliance member schedules 3 weekly flights with Airbus A220-300 aircraft, effective 02JUN26.AC1393 YUL1700 – 2055GDL 223 246AC1392 GDL0805 – 1530YUL 223 357
NEWS FLASHLufthansa has completed the retrofit of the first of 38 Airbus A320 aircraft, which will be deployed on intra-European services. Last year, the carrier utilised the A320 on 49% of all its operations to markets in the former Yugoslavia.The retrofitted aircraft feature new ergonomically designed seats from manufacturer Geven, as well as significantly larger overhead bins, USB ports at every seat, as well as tablet and smartphone holders. The new seats include horizontally adjustable head
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury sought to lower the temperature around the escalating dispute over the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter pillar,… The post Airbus pushes back on unmanned FCAS after Merz doubts need for crewed fighter appeared first on AeroTime.
Plaza Premium Group (PPG) lounges will celebrate the Lunar New Year from Jan. 28 to Feb. 28, 2026. Travellers at select locations can enjoy festival-inspired dishes and seasonal decorations throughout the airport network. What’s included? Beginning at check-in, PPG frames festivities within early travel stages. Much like similar programs, specifics shift depending on location. Footage on […] The post Plaza Premium Group Introduces Lunar New Year Celebrations in Airports Worldwide appeared f
Today is the day. The Cranky Network Awards are TONIGHT! So while I continue to run around like a chicken with my head cut-off, you enjoy a look at Mexicana, one strange airline. Again, I’ll be back to normal publishing next week. After rushing out from the bus gate off my Viva flight into Puerto...