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IndiGo becomes the first airline in India with over 1,000 women pilots
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, announced that it now has over 1,000 women pilots in its workforce, becoming the first and only airline in India to reach this milestone. At IndiGo, women pilots represent 17.5% of the total pilot workforce, which is more than thrice the global average. The airline is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that reflects the evolving aspirations of a new generation of women in aviation across India. With women representing over 45% of its overall workforce today, IndiGo continues to expand equal opportunities across roles.
JetBlue Reaffirms Commitment to South Florida Community
JetBlue celebrated Women’s History Month by inspiring the next generation of aviators through its annual Fly Like a Girl event, held this year in Fort Lauderdale. Now in its 12th year, Fly Like a Girl is designed to spark early interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and aviation by providing the chance to learn from JetBlue’s female crewmembers, including pilots, technicians, engineers and leaders through interactive activities, conversations, aircraft demonstrations and behind-the-scenes experiences that showcase the wide range of career opportunities available in the industry.
Air Canada’s Fleet Transformation Takes Flight
Air Canada has announced the first of its updated Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft has entered service at Air Canada Rouge, introducing the industry’s best leisure carrier experience. This marks the latest milestone in Rouge’s comprehensive cabin renewal program, focused on delivering a more comfortable, connected, and consistent onboard experience.
Alaska Airlines names three aviation veterans to leadership roles
Alaska Airlines has named three airline veterans to regional leadership roles in support of our international growth, premium experience and global operations.
ALL-FEMALE CREWS FUEL NEXT GENERATION AMBITIONS AT QANTAS AND JETSTAR
This week, more than 2,500 customers will fly on Jetstar and Qantas flights operated by all-female crews. To mark International Women’s Day, both airlines are also hosting hands-on career days for more than one hundred students, showcasing the wide-ranging career paths available in aviation. The focus is on helping the next generation chart their path from the classroom to the flight deck, hangar or operations centre.
Lufthansa Group increases operating profit by 20 percent and achieves historic highest revenue
Carsten Spohr, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, says: “Exactly 100 years ago, the first Lufthansa was founded. The values of that time – quality, reliability, and connectivity – continue to make us successful today. Last year we were able to significantly increase the Group’s operating profit and achieved the highest revenue in our history. Our results demonstrate the resilience and stability of the Group. I would like to express my sincere thanks to our guests for their loyalty and to all our employees for their great commitment.
Ethiopian Airlines Marks International Women’s Day with All Women Functioned Flights
Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest airline group in Africa, marked International Women’s Day with all women functioned flights to eight destinations, highlighting the airline’s 8 decades in service.
JAL - New Brand Slogan: “Soaring Together”
To align with the future society envisioned in the “JAL Group Management Vision 2035” announced today (March 2, 2026), the JAL Group has established a new corporate brand slogan: “Soaring Together.”
Pika Aero and DGM France Win 2026 IATA CBTA Center Innovation Award
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Pika Aero and DGM France were each recognized as winners of this year’s IATA Competency-Based Training and Assessment Center (CBTA Center) Best Innovation Award.
From runways to fairways: American Airlines gets golfers to their favorite greens
Traveling to Augusta, Georgia, to watch the pros or visiting golf’s birthplace in Scotland is easy with American Airlines. The airline is offering customers convenient schedules and new premium service on the flights golfers need to make it to the first tee.
American Airlines partners with America250 to celebrate nation’s 250th anniversary
America250, the national nonpartisan organization charged by Congress to lead the commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, is proud to announce that American Airlines will serve as an official sponsor and partner in this historic nationwide celebration. As one of the country’s most iconic and enduring brands, American will join a growing coalition of leading companies helping to engage more than 350 million Americans in this once-in-a-generation milestone.
American Airlines donates auxiliary power unit to Aviation Institute of Maintenance
American Airlines donated an auxiliary power unit (APU) to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) – Chicago yesterday at a ceremony held in the school’s hangar.