Aviation News
These Aviation News postings will keep you up-to-date on the latest developments in the aviation industry, apprised of developing trends in aircraft design and manufacturing, and informed of market trends affecting the aviation companies with the largest market shares. They will bring a new perspective on changes in the airline industry. These posts vary from new routes to donations made by airlines to charities. It will keep readers informed and engaged with all the latest news. Anything aviation related will be covered here.
Flying TrAAnscon in the United States
A review of American Airlines' Flagship Business Class on a flight from New York to Los Angeles.
Airways Special Report: Handling the Threats
A look at how Israel kept its airport open in a warzone.
China Airlines Launches Seattle-Taipei Nonstop Connection
China Airlines will launch a new service between Taiwan and Seattle on July 14.
WestJet is Set Lease Five New Boeing 737-8 Aircraft
WestJet, Canada's second-largest carrier, has announced today that it will add five new Boeing 737-8s to its fleet.
Delta Will Launch First Seattle-Taiwan Nonstop Flight
Delta Air Lines announced that it will launch its first nonstop route between the United States and Taiwan next summer.
United to Launch San Francisco-Barcelona Nonstop Route
United Airlines will launch a new seasonal daily service between San Francisco International Airport and Barcelona-El Prat International Airport.
flynas Launches First Jeddah-Brussels Nonstop Flight
Low-cost Saudi Arabia-based flynas is expanding its network as part of its Saudi Air Connectivity Program.
Alaska Air Group Purchasing Hawaiian Holdings
Alaska Air Group, owner of Alaska Airlines, announced its plans to buy Hawaiian Airlines in the most recent instance of consolidation among US airlines.
United Extends Elite Status for Travelers Affected by Tel Aviv Cuts
United Airlines has announced that it will extend frequent flyer elite status for travelers affected by the carrier’s suspension of flights to Tel Aviv.
TAAG Angola Airlines to Increase Frequencies to Sao Paulo
TAAG Angola Airlines, the national carrier of the Republic of Angola, announced that it will increase its weekly frequencies between Luanda and Sao Paulo.
NCAA Suspends United Nigeria Airlines’ Wet-Leased Aircraft
On Monday, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority suspended all wet-leased aircraft under United Nigeria Airlines.
DAS2023: Emirates Orders 15 Airbus A350-900s
Emirates opened the fourth day of the Dubai Airshow with a large order for the Airbus A350-900.
DAS2023: TAAG Angola Orders GEnx-1B for 787 Fleet
Today, TAAG Angola Airlines, the national carrier of the Republic of Angola, announced that it will order GEnx-1B engines for its Boeing 787 fleet.
DAS2023: Ethiopian Airlines Orders 11 More A350s
Today, Ethiopian Airlines, the national carrier of Ethiopia, announced that it will order a further 11 A350-900s from Airbus.
DAS2023: flydubai Announces New MRO Facility
Today, flydubai, Dubai’s low-cost carrier, announced that it will build a purpose-built MRO facility in the Dubai South by 2026.
DAS2023: Emirates Orders 90 Boeing 777Xs
Emirates ordered an additional 90 Boeing 777X aircraft, increasing the backlog of its Boeing 777X aircraft to 205.
DAS2023: flydubai Orders 30 Boeing 787s
flydubai, Dubai’s low-cost carrier, announced that it will purchase 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, with the order valued at US$11 billion.
DAS2023: SunExpress Order 45 More Boeing 737 MAXs
Turkish low-cost carrier SunExpress announced a firm order for 45 737 MAX aircraft.
Air Niugini Orders the A220
Airbus and Air Niugini have announced that the Port Moresby International Airport-based carrier has signed a firm order for six Airbus A220-100s.
Korean Air Orders 20 More A321neo Jets
Airbus and Korean Air have announced that the Seoul Incheon Airport-based carrier has ordered an additional 20 Airbus A321neo aircraft.