Airlines News

Philippine Airlines selects A350-1000 for future long haul fleet
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the purchase of nine A350-1000s. Under the Philippine carrier’s Ultra Long Haul Fleet project, the A350-1000 will be operated on non-stop services from Manila to North America, including to the East Coast of the US and Canada.

Emirates debuts Rugby World Cup 2023 livery on the A380
This latest special-edition livery marks the 4th consecutive Rugby World Cup tournament the airline is celebrating with fans around the world

Qatar Airways to Fly Direct Doha to Auckland Service
Qatar Airways network expansion and route optimisation brings enhanced customer choice and time savings

Virgin Atlantic Ltd 2022 financial results
Virgin Atlantic Ltd (Virgin Atlantic) has released its annual financial results for the year ending 31st December 2022. The results reflect 2022 being a year of recovery and ramp up for Virgin Atlantic as the Covid-19 related challenges were overtaken by a surge in customer demand for travel

Alaska Airlines adds bigger variety of food & beverage options
Along with new meal selections in First Class and the main cabin, we’re introducing our take on a classic sandwich for all ages that’s infused with West Coast flavors

Boeing 737 MAX Entry to Service
Qatar Airways recently had the opportunity to add a small number of Boeing 737-8 Max aircraft to its fleet, the first of which arrived in Doha on 15 Apr. Since its arrival the aircraft has undergone post-delivery maintenance which has included IFE streaming installation and the aircraft has been used for pilot training almost every day.

Emirates SkyCargo to double its capacity in next decade
Emirates SkyCargo has added 2 Boeing 747-400Fs to its freighter fleet, showing its strong confidence in the global cargo market in a current environment of volatility.

SWISS dedicates an Airbus to the Viamala region
As part of its recent 20th anniversary celebrations, SWISS is currently naming 20 of its aircraft after Swiss tourist regions. Following a competition, the Viamala region in Canton Graubünden has won one of the coveted spots.

Steve Johnson Named Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of American Airlines
American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) announced today that Stephen Johnson has been named Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer. In this expanded role, Johnson will lead and help shape American’s strategic efforts and initiatives across the enterprise and have responsibility for American Eagle and American Airlines Cargo.

Alaska Airlines names a new vice president of strategy, analytics and transformation
Alaska Airlines has promoted Tiffany DeHaan to vice president of strategy, analytics and transformation. DeHaan assumes the role currently held by Sandy Stelling, who will retire from Alaska Airlines in July after 23 years.

Ryanair Places Its Biggest Boeing Order for up to 300 737 MAX Jets
Deal includes 150 firm orders and 150 options for 737-10 model Selection of largest 737 MAX jet helps Ryanair expand business with more seats and better environmental performance

Xiamen Airlines wins Freddie Awards for loyalty programme
Xiamen Airlines Egret Miles won The 210 Awards — “Best Up-and-Coming Programme of the year” in the Middle East/Asia/Oceanic region of Freddie Awards 2023. becoming the first airline in China to win this honor.