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NewsHigher fares ‘inevitable’ as KLM slams Schiphol charges increase
Home carrier KLM has hit out at a hike in fees at Amsterdam Schiphol airport, increases it says will make it inevitable that ticket prices will rise.
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NewsSpirit Airlines to furlough further 330 pilots to match drastic capacity cuts
Spirit Airlines plans to furlough a further 330 pilots early next year as it navigates a period of severe financial turbulence.
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NewsFrench investigators dismiss Egyptian findings that explosion brought down A320
After an eight-year inquiry, Egyptian investigators have controversially concluded that ignition of explosive material behind the cockpit of an EgyptAir Airbus A320 resulted in a fire and the loss of the aircraft, an explanation dismissed by French counterparts. The twinjet – operating from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cairo on ...
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NewsProfits slip at leading Chinese carriers in third quarter
China’s three biggest airline groups all reported lower net profits in the third quarter on increased revenues for the three months ending 30 September 2024.
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NewsAirbus chief insists airframer not ‘doomed’ to backloaded deliveries
Airbus chief executive Guillaume Faury acknowledges that the airframer is again having to cope with a heavily-backloaded fourth quarter, but views it as a consequence of trying to ramp-up production while addressing unexpected disruptive events.
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NewsEtihad follows Emirates in exploring co-operation pact with Vietnam Airlines
Etihad Airways has become second United Arab Emirates carrier in a matter of days to unveil a deal to explore a potential partnership with Vietnam Airlines.
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NewsLearjet experienced in-flight upset from A330 wake during Halifax approach
Canadian investigators have disclosed that a Bombardier Learjet 35A experienced an in-flight upset from wake turbulence during an approach to Halifax.
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NewsUS approves nearly $1 billion weapons package to outfit Argentinian F-16s
Arms regulators in Washington have approved a weapons and support package valued at nearly $1 billion meant to help Argentina stand-up its planned fleet of used Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters.
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NewsAllegiant to operate lone 737 Max 8 through end of 2024
Allegiant Air’s first Boeing 737 Max 8 jet entered revenue service earlier this month, but that will be the only 737 to carry passengers on the carrier’s network this year.
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NewsAudit claims Boeing overcharged for C-17 parts, including $149,000 for soap dispensers
The US Department of Defense inspector general initiated an investigation into the C-17 sustainment programme based on an anonymous tip, with the office concluding the US Air Force “did not pay fair and reasonable prices” for 26% of spare parts reviewed.
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AnalysisAir campaigns: how business jets play a key role in US elections
Business jets play a key role in any presidential election, the USA’s vast size requiring candidates to traverse thousands of miles to win votes
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NewsAirbus proposes MTU head Wagner to succeed Scherer as commercial aircraft chief
Airbus has proposed MTU Aero Engines chief Lars Wagner to succeed Christian Scherer as the head of the airframer’s commercial aircraft business.
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NewsAirbus maintains production ramp-up targets as supply-chain issues persist
Airbus is maintaining its full-year delivery estimate and its longer-term production ramp-up targets, although it states that supply-chain issues remain a concern.
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NewsRiyadh Air seals narrowbody order as it signs for 60 A321neos
Ambitious Saudi Arabian start-up Riyadh Air has signed an agreement to acquire 60 Airbus A321neos, revealing the supplier for its long-awaited narrowbody order.
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Paid contentThe essential role of weather data in aviation operations
In today’s fast-paced aviation industry, weather data isn’t just another box to tick — it’s a critical component of operational success. Yet, many of the data providers for airlines think of weather as a commodity. If you’re wondering whether your current weather data is the best it can be and truly serving your needs, it may be time to take a closer look.
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NewsLilium sale process kicks off as self-administration goes ahead
Insolvency and restructuring experts from Gorg and Pluta Rechtsanwalts will shortly begin seeking buyers for Lilium’s main operating units following their appointment to the German firms under a self-administration process.
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NewsTAI hands over first T625 Gokbey helicopter
Turkish Aerospace (TAI) has delivered the first T625 Gokbey helicopter, part of a launch order for 20 examples from Ankara for the new medium-twin.
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NewsFinnair shows off revamped E190 cabin interiors
Finnair has shown off a cabin revamp on its Embraer 190s, which the Nordic carrier uses for regional European services.
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NewsNigeria outlines M-346FA delivery schedule
Nigeria anticipates receiving its first of 24 Leonardo M-346FAs in early 2025, with six examples of the light-attack variant of the advanced jet trainer already in production.
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NewsLufthansa shifts freighter focus to Asia-Pacific
While a slower recovery and strong competition has hit Lufthansa Group’s passenger operations on Asia-Pacific routes since the pandemic, the carrier is shifting more of its freighter capacity to tap strong cargo demand from the region.