This morning a massive explosion has shaken the area surrounding Damascus International Airport (DAM), according to Syrian and international media. Syria’s Al-Mayadeen TV channel reports that the blast had caused a fire in close proximity to Damascus International Airport. The cause of the explosion is still not known. Videos from the area have instantly emerged […]
Rolls-Royce has announced that it has won a $300 million order from Indonesia-based Lion Group for Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engines to power three new Airbus A330 aircraft, supported by Rolls-Royce’s engine service, TotalCare. The Lion Group already operates three of the aircraft, all powered by the Trent 700 engine. Edward Sirait, CEO of Lion Group, […]
Alitalia, the flag carrier of Italy, is facing an uncertain future after its workers revolted against an agreement inked several weeks ago between the company and its unions. The controversial deal involved cutting salaries and positions. According to the deal, headcount was supposed to be reduced by up to 2,000 permanent and temporary roles in […]
China’s homegrown commercial jet COMAC C919 has completed a series of high-speed taxi tests which bring the much-anticipated commercial jet closer to its maiden flight. The first test was taken on April 16, 2017, and the fourth test was performed on April 23, 2017, at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). According to CNN Money, the […]
Norwegian LCC Norwegian Air Shuttle (Norwegian) announced that it will launch new low-cost non-stop services connecting London Gatwick (LGW) and Singapore Changi (SIN) on September 28, 2017. It will use a 344-seat Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft in a two-class configuration offering economy and premium cabins. The airline will initially fly four times per week, with […]
Airline operator Japan Airlines (JAL) has begun trialing the use of automated robots to carry passengers’ luggage in the domestic terminal at Fukuoka Airport in Japan. The Omron LD Mobile Robot is a self-navigating autonomous intelligent vehicle (AIV) designed for moving materials in challenging environments such as confined passageways and busy public locations. The AIV […]
Iberia has presented its first Airbus A340/600 fitted with its new Premium Economy seating section to travel agencies, major companies, and the media. Iberia Maintenance will install the new seats on the aircraft already in Iberia’s fleet at its Madrid hangars, while the A350s the airline has on order will come factory-equipped with the new […]
Emirates announced plans to reduce flights on five US routes starting in May due to weakened demand after the restrictions imposed by the Trump administration, BBC reported. The airline will reduce the number of flights to five of the twelve cities it serves in the United States. According to the airline’s spokeswoman, the recent actions […]
Boeing has warned its employees on April 17, 2017 about another round of involuntary layoffs affecting hundreds of engineers at the commercial aircraft unit, Reuters reported. Increasing competition and slowing aircraft sales are quoted to have triggered the decision. According to a memo from John Hamilton, VP of Engineering at Boeing Commercial Aircraft, the layoffs […]
Aeroflot has been recognised as the world’s most powerful airline brand by Brand Finance, with an AAA brand rating. The news may come as a surprise to those in Europe and North America more familiar with western or Gulf flag carriers. However, Aeroflot’s brand strength stems in part from dominance of its domestic market. Its […]
