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Aviation in Numbers: CAE, Airbus, and Boeing Projections
CAE has published its last report: 1.3 million new employees will be needed by 2032. Boeing and Airbus have done the same. According to the main stakeholders in the aviation industry, in the coming years, many jobs will be created due…
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Airbus Reports Strong Performance for Half-Year (H1) 2023
Airbus SE has reported consolidated financial results for the first half (H1) of 2023, demonstrating strong performance across its operations despite a complex operational environment. Photo by Airbus Strong Performance Despite Complex…
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Etihad Airways Celebrates the Return of the Airbus A380
Etihad Airways marked a significant milestone in its post-pandemic recovery with the return of the Airbus A380 to its fleet. The airline operated its first post-COVID A380 passenger flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London…
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American Airlines Celebrates Delivery of 50th Boeing 737 MAX 8
American Airlines recently celebrated the delivery of its 50th Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, with another 80 still on order. The airline has been operating the MAX for almost six years since it welcomed its first one in 2017. The delivery…
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Egyptair Resumes Tokyo Flights and Launches New Routes to Expand
Egyptair is set to resume flights to Japan in September after a three-year hiatus, with flights to Tokyo Narita International Airport using the Boeing 777-300 aircraft. The airline has also announced the launch of new flights to India…
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SAUDIA's Growth Trajectory: Increased Capacity and New Destinations
SAUDIA, the flagship carrier of Saudi Arabia, has increased its international capacity by 15% this summer compared to the same period last year, along with more capacity across its domestic network, following a busy Hajj season. The…
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Flight Through Time: Top 5 Airlines of the 20th Century
Air travel has come a long way since the Wright Brothers' first flight in 1903. In the 20th century, airlines played a crucial role in shaping the world of aviation. From the introduction of jumbo jets to the development of computerized…
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Qatar Airways Receives 24th Airbus A350-1000
Qatar Airways has taken delivery of its 24th Airbus A350-1000 and 58th A350 overall on July 21st. The aircraft, which has been in storage for much of its pre-delivery time, had surface degradation issues that Airbus and Qatar Airways…
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Wizz Air Announces Expansion to Iraq
Wizz Air, a Hungarian low-cost carrier, has announced its expansion to Iraq with the launch of its first flights to Erbil, in the Kurdistan region of the country. The twice-weekly flights will be served by the airline's Abu Dhabi unit,…
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Australian Government Rejects Qatar Airways' Bid for More Flights
The Australian Government has rejected Qatar Airways’ request to increase its operations in the country by an additional 21 round trip slots per week. The Doha-based airline currently operates multiple weekly flights between Doha and…
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The New Project from JAL to Lower CO2 Emissions and Help Travelers: “Any Wear, Anywhere”
" Any Wear, Anywhere " is a clothing share service launched by Japan Airlines (JAL) in July 2023. The service allows travelers to rent clothes for their trip, which can help reduce the amount of luggage they need. This can benefit both…
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Saudia Unveils Retro Livery for New Airbus A321neo
Saudia's newest Airbus A321neo has been spotted with a new retro-inspired livery after leaving the paint shop. The next-generation narrowbody has been painted in colors much like one of Saudia's Dreamliners that was seen earlier this…
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Saudia's Stunning Retro Livery on Newest Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Saudia, the Saudi Arabian flag carrier, is set to receive a brand-new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner aircraft featuring the airline's stunning retro livery. The new aircraft is currently being prepared for delivery at the Boeing facility in…
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The Impact of the Regulation “Eu 261” in Numbers and the Expectations for this Summer
Let’s start with a short explanation of the above mentioned law: the EU Regulation 261/2004 , not only addresses flight delays and cancellations but also emphasizes the rights of passengers who experience denied boarding. Denied…
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Emirates A380 Causes Flight Delays at London Gatwick Airport Due to Technical Fault
An Emirates Airbus A380 with registration number A6-EUN caused flight disruptions at London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on July 11, 2023, due to a hydraulic failure upon landing. The flight, EK9, had departed from Dubai International Airport…
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Air Tanzania's Impounded A220 Returns Home after 7 Months In The Netherlands
Air Tanzania's Airbus A220-300, registered as 5H-TCH, has returned to Dar es Salaam after being impounded in the Netherlands for over seven months. The aircraft was seized in December 2022 following a dispute between the Tanzanian…
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Emirates Launches Dubai-Montreal Flights, Expands Canada-UAE Market
Emirates has launched its new service between Dubai and Montreal, making it the third Middle East airline to serve the Canadian city, following Qatar Airways and Royal Air Maroc. The new route was made possible by the loosening of the…
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Breaking News: Oman Air announces partnership with Chelsea FC
Oman Air has secured a significant sponsorship deal with Chelsea FC, becoming the football club's global airline partner for the next three years. As part of the agreement, Oman Air will showcase its branding at Stamford Bridge, the…
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New Airport Technology: The End of 100ML Limit
WHAT HAS (ALREADY) CHANGED AND WILL CHANGE FOR AIR TRAVELLERS IN THE NEAR FUTURE REGARDING AIRPORT SECURITY LIMITS? When and why the 100ML was introduced: In light of the devastating events of September 11, airport security has remained…
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Icelandair Places Firm Order for 13 Airbus A321XLR Aircraft
Keflavik, Iceland - Icelandair, the principal airline of Iceland, has placed a firm order for 13 Airbus A321XLRs, making the airline a new Airbus customer. In addition to this, the airline plans to lease four A321LRs. The A321XLR's…
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Viva Aerobus Signs MoU for 90 Airbus A321neo Aircraft
Mexico's ultra-low-cost airline, Viva Aerobus, has made a major stride in its international and domestic growth strategy by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for 90 A321neo aircraft. The MoU would raise the airline's order…
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