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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CELEBRATES EXPANDED TECHNICAL OPERATIONS FACILITY IN PHOENIX
Southwest nearly doubles footprint of hangar and modernizes spaces where Technical Operations Employees maintain the carrier’s fleet
flydubai expands its network in Southeast Asia with the start of flights to Penang and Langkawi
The Dubai-based carrier touches down in Penang and Langkawi, becoming the first UAE national carrier to serve the two airports with a daily service from Dubai
Norwegian improves company score in global climate CDP ranking
Norwegian improves and receives the highest possible score in several categories for its emission reduction initiatives in this year’s global climate ranking from the international organisation CDP. Norwegian receives an overall score B and the highest possible score in the categories for risk management processes, risk disclosure, and in reporting and verification of direct and indirect energy supply emissions (Scope 1 and 2).
Emirates Partners with NBA: Official Global Airline Partner and Title Sponsor of NBA Cup
Emirates and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have forged a multiyear global marketing partnership, making Emirates the Official Global Airline Partner of the NBA and the inaugural title partner of the NBA Cup. This collaboration extends to Emirates becoming the first-ever referee jersey patch partner of the NBA, with its logo featured on all referee jerseys starting from the 2024 NBA All-Star Game.
British Airways Implements Innovative E-Logs System for Aircraft Maintenance Efficiency
British Airways has introduced the E-Logs platform, a state-of-the-art engineering system that leverages real-time data to predict and prevent aircraft maintenance issues, ultimately reducing delays and saving approximately 900,000 pieces of paper annually.
European Commission Conditionally Clears Korean Air’s Merger with Asiana Airlines
The European Commission (EC) has granted conditional approval for Korean Air’s merger with Asiana Airlines, marking a significant step forward in the consolidation of the two carriers. The approval is contingent upon Korean Air’s adherence to certain commitments aimed at addressing competition concerns, including divesting Asiana Airlines’ cargo freighter business and facilitating the entry of a new airline on designated passenger routes.
United Adds New Corporate Partners to Sustainable Flight Fund That Now Exceeds $200 Million
Aircastle, Air New Zealand, Embraer, Google, HIS, Natixis CIB, Safran, and Technip Energies are now part of first-of-its-kind effort to reduce emissions and drive production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by providing startups with both financial and strategic capital
oneworld serves up another major win in wine tasting awards
For the 13th year in a row the oneworld® alliance has been named the world’s Best Airline Alliance for wines served by member airlines onboard in an annual international tasting competition.
Ryanair Forges New 6-Year Ground Handling Alliance with Skytanking Aviation Services
Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has announced a fresh ground handling partnership with Skytanking Aviation Services, set to commence in April 2024. The collaboration aims to bolster Ryanair’s operational support, particularly at key airports like Eindhoven, ensuring efficient and cost-effective ground handling services to sustain the airline’s renowned punctuality.
ETIHAD BECOMES ONE OF THE FIRST TO ENABLE PILOTS TO FLY BOTH A350 AND A380 AIRCRAFT
Highly qualified Etihad flight crew now authorized to fly both aircraft types interchangeably after rigorous regulatory approval and extensive training
Ryanair Extends Maintenance Pact with Joramco for 10 Years
Ryanair, Europe’s premier airline, has announced a 10-year extension to its maintenance agreement with Joramco, the MRO provider based in Jordan. The deal, set to continue until the end of the decade, will entail Ryanair undertaking 10 lines of heavy maintenance at Joramco’s MRO facility in Amman, Jordan.
AFRAA predicts 2024 will see an increase in airline revenues
According to AFRAA estimates, African airlines will carry around 98 million passengers in 2024.