A330neo approved with intermediate take-off weight hike
Airbus appears to have secured regulatory approval for an intermediate maximum take-off weight increase on the A330-900.
UIA expects to restore long-haul hub services next year
Ukraine International Airlines is to put 14 aircraft into operation once it starts restoring services, as it expects government restrictions to lift on 15 June.
SAS pushes A320neo deliveries to 2024
SAS has agreed with Airbus to delay delivery of four A320neos and is in talks with the airframer on further deferrals as the Scandinavian carrier prepares for a slow recovery in traffic after the coronavirus crisis.
Bullish Wizz to open Milan and Larnaca bases in July
Central European budget carrier Wizz Air has given a further indication of its expansive approach to the post-crisis environment by detailing plans to open bases at Milan Malpensa and the Cypriot resort of Larnaca.
European carriers take tentative steps to restoring networks
Several European operators have announced more tentative steps to restoring their networks, including the resumption of services by Lufthansa Group operators Austrian Airlines and Brussels Airlines in June.
Norwegian clings to restructuring hopes as Q1 losses widen
Norwegian’s first-quarter losses have widened significantly to NKr3.28 billion ($331 million) and the company remains in “hibernation mode”, in the hope that its recent financial restructuring and state-aid lifeline will enable it to have a future.
EasyJet to axe up to 30% of jobs as it cuts fleet
EasyJet is to begin consultations on proposals to cut staff levels by up to 30% as it expects to reduce its fleet by 51 through a mix of deferrals and returning leased aircraft by the end of 2021.
SAS to defer Airbus deliveries as it overhauls business plan
Scandinavia’s SAS is to defer and review future Airbus deliveries and those from lessors, as part of its response to the coronavirus crisis, as it continues to pursue additional funding.
A400M wins certification for automatic low-level flight
The Airbus A400M tactical airlifter has received certification for its automatic low flight capability.
Ryanair challenges Lufthansa state-aid package
Ryanair plans to appeal against Lufthansa’s €9 billion ($9.9 billion) financial package from the federal German government on the grounds that it “distorts competition”.