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Qatar Airways Touches Down for the First time in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Qatar Airways has opened up a new gateway in Africa, connecting the DRC with Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The inaugural flight from Doha to Kinshasa landed at N’djili International Airport on Saturday, 1 June 2024, bringing the total number of African destinations served by the airline to 29.
Lufthansa flies its A380 to Washington D.C. for the first time
Yesterday, Lufthansa brought its beloved Airbus A380, for the very first time, to Washington Dulles International Airport. With its debut in the nation’s capital, Lufthansa’s A380 sharply increases its capacity this summer season to this region with one of the world’s most technologically advanced and largest aircraft.
American sends World War II veterans off in honor of the 80th anniversary of D-Day
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, American flew nearly 70 World War II veterans to Normandy, France. The historic trip started at American’s headquarters in Dallas-Fort Worth with a kickoff dinner that included a 1940s-era big band and the Victory Belles from the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.
Qatar Airways is the First Leading Airline in MENA to Introduce Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi Onboard
Three Boeing 777-300 aircraft will first receive Starlink’s game-changing Wi-Fi connectivity by the fourth quarter of this year, with the entire modern fleet being upgraded with this cutting-edge technology over the next two years
Multi award win for Etihad Airways in product and hospitality excellence
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, celebrated its achievements in 16 awards at this year’s World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo in Hamburg, a record number of awards for Etihad in one week. The awards celebrate Etihad’s excellence in inflight product design, amenities and hospitality.
Etihad Airways and Beijing Daxing International Airport sign MoU
Yesterday, at the UAE-China Business & Investment Forum, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Beijing Daxing International Airport of Capital Airport Holding Company, signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aiming to strengthen the strategic cooperation between the two parties. The milestone marks a further deepening of the partnership between Etihad Airways and Beijing Daxing International Airport in the aviation sector, opening a new chapter in aviation cooperation.
PLAY Airlines Teams Up with GO7 to Expand Routes
PLAY Airlines, Iceland’s premier low-cost carrier, has forged a strategic alliance with GO7, a global airline technology leader, to expand its route offerings across Iceland, Europe, and North America through its Keflavík International Airport (KEF) hub. This collaboration is a significant milestone for both companies, enhancing the passenger experience and global connectivity for seamless travel.
BUDGET AIRLINES FINED €150M FOR ‘ABUSIVE’ CABIN BAG AND SEAT CHARGES
Four low-cost airlines have been hit with fines totalling €150 million by the Spanish government for policies that include charging passengers extra for cabin luggage. It’s the biggest sanction issued by the Spanish Government’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs, which sees easyJet, Ryanair, Vueling and Volotea penalised after an investigation launched last summer.
Virgin Atlantic celebrates Ruby Anniversary in style with customers flying in June
22nd June 2024 is Virgin Atlantic’s Ruby anniversary, marking 40 years of the airline shaking up the travel industry To celebrate its 40th birthday in style, Virgin Atlantic is introducing tasty treats and exciting surprises throughout June
British Airways’ Lagos lounge opens its doors
British Airways has opened a totally renovated luxurious lounge in Lagos airport following a six-month refurbishment. The space has been cleverly designed to give customers more room to enjoy an upgraded food and beverage experience. It allows customers to relax, dine or work in a premium space, while also proudly exhibiting local art from Akoje Gallery.
Passenger Demand Up 11% in April
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 11.0% compared to April 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 9.6% year-on-year. The April load factor was 82.4% (+1.0ppt compared to April 2023).
Emirates Joins IATA’s Turbulence Aware Platform for Safer Air Travel
Emirates has integrated with the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Turbulence Aware Platform, becoming the first airline to incorporate this within Lufthansa Systems’ Lido mPilot mobile navigation solution. This collaboration equips pilots with real-time, accurate turbulence information, enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and passenger comfort.