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.
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.
Air India Adds Year-round Mumbai-Melbourne Nonstop Route
Air India has announced that it will offer nonstop flights between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai, India, and Melbourne International Airport.
El Al Suspends Flights to India, Cancels Seasonal Routes
Israeli flag carrier El Al has announced over social media platforms that it is suspending flights to Tokyo Narita, Dublin, and Marseille starting October 31.
Spirit Airlines Grounds 25 A320 Family Aircraft
Spirit Airlines announced that it grounded 25 A320 family aircraft last week to perform inspections on the aircraft.
Sun Country Airlines Adds 10 New Routes
On Tuesday, Minnesota-based low-cost carrier Sun Country Airlines announced its latest route network expansion for the summer 2024 season.
Boeing: TAAG Angola Orders Four 787 Dreamliners
Flag carrier TAAG Angola Airlines has placed an order for four Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
Kuwait Airways Reduced Losses by 50% in 2022
Kuwait flag carrier Kuwait Airways progresses toward profitability as it reduced its losses by 50% in 2022.
Qatar Airways Increases Flights to New York
Qatar Airways has announced that starting October 30, it will increase the frequency between Doha and New York.
Canada Jetlines Reports Q2 Financial Results
Canada Jetlines, the recently launched Canadian low-cost carrier, has announced its second quarter financial results, and the news coming out is actually in favor of the airline.
STARLUX Airlines Inaugurates Taipei-Clark Route
STARLUX, Taiwan's luxury airline has inaugurated its third destination in the Philippines with its new daily service between Taipei and Clark.
SriLankan Airlines Seeks Potential Gulf Buyers, Expansion
According to Sri Lankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Richard Nuttal, the airline should be targeted by Gulf-based airlines.
Wizz Air’s New Service Between London and Cairo
Wizz Air will expand its Middle East network with a new route between London Luton and Egypt’s Sphinx International Airport.
airBaltic Reports Highest Profit Ever for H1 2023
Latvian carrier airBaltic has reported the highest-ever revenue in the airline’s history for H1 2023.