Category: Airport News (Page 4 of 48)

Silk Way West Airlines expands its fleet and cargo capacity

December 30, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, announces the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two Boeing 777 freighters. This investment comes in response to the increasing demand for air cargo services, and underscores the airline’s commitment to providing efficient and reliable transportation solutions around the world.

These twin-engine aircraft feature the latest innovations in technology and fuel efficiency, enhancing Silk Way West Airlines’ capacity to deliver cargo with speed and reliability. The expanded fleet represents a substantial increase in cargo capacity, allowing the carrier to meet the growing needs of its customers across various industries, including e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing. With the new additions, the airline further strengthens its position as one of leading global air cargo carrier, providing comprehensive coverage and efficient connections between key air cargo markets.

This expansion also reflects Silk Way West Airlines’ commitment to minimizing its environmental footprint. The new aircraft are equipped with advanced eco-friendly technologies, reducing carbon emissions and aligning with ongoing efforts to contribute to a greener aviation industry.

SWISS to serve new European destinations in Summer 2024

December 29, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

SWISS will be making further additions to its short-haul route network in its 2024 summer schedules. Service between Zurich and Bremen will be newly offered in summer, too. Oslo will be added to the Geneva-based network; and the existing Geneva destinations of Copenhagen and Stockholm will also be newly served in the summer timetable period.

Bremen, which already enjoys winter SWISS service from Zurich, will now see this continued in the summer timetable period. The North German city boasts an Old Town and historic sights such as the Roland Statue and its fabled Town Musicians, along with a lively arts and culture scene. Attractively located on the River Weser and further featuring extensive shopping and dining options, Bremen is a truly appealing travel destination.

As previously announced, Cluj-Napoca and Košice will also newly join the SWISS short-haul network in summer 2024. Elsewhere, further frequencies will be added between Zurich and various existing European destinations including Alicante, Madrid, Naples, Venice and Vilnius.

New Oslo service from Geneva

Oslo will be added next summer to SWISS’s Geneva network. The Norwegian capital offers visitors a winning blend of contemporary architecture, green parks and cultural highlights such as its famed Opera House. The city is also attractively close to nature – fjords, forests and more – and features a lively culinary scene.

SWISS will also be providing new summer services on its existing Geneva-Copenhagen and Geneva-Stockholm routes. Copenhagen delights with its impressive mix of modern Scandinavian design, historic architecture and relaxed waterside ambience, while Stockholm boasts a picturesque site spread over 14 islands, well-preserved royal palaces and historic Old Town lanes. SWISS travellers will further be offered more frequencies between Geneva and the existing destinations of Athens, Brindisi, Brussels, Catania, Malaga, Palma and Valencia in the 2024 summer schedules.

Bonza connects more than 650,000 Aussies to new destinations in 2023

December 29, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

It’s been a bumper purple year for Australia’s only independent low-cost carrier Bonza, with the airline revealing it has delivered more than 650,000 customers to 21 destinations across Australia. in 2023, a year when cost of living prices soared, Bonza was ensuring travellers could make considerable savings on their air travel plans.

Bonza’s unique onboard experience and ability to order on-demand menu items from the Fly Bonza app and have them delivered directly to your seats has been a rip roaring success introducing customers to undiscovered homegrown food and drinks suppliers.

To start 2024 in true Bonza style, the low-cost carrier is holding a 20 percent off sale*, which ends on 2nd January, 2024. Travellers are encouraged to download the Fly Bonza app which is the only place to book direct.

Visit www.flybonza.com to book your next adventure!

South African Airways expands partnership with SunExpress

December 26, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Johannesburg, South Africa – South African Airways (SAA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SunExpress (a joint venture of Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines), to support the national carrier’s operations with four aircrafts in the 2024/2025 financial year.

The MoU is an add-on to the current six-month damp lease agreement, which was started in October this year and include the lease of two Boeing 737-800’s as well as maintenance and cockpit crew. The MoU was signed by SunExpress CEO Max Kownatzki and SAA CEO Prof. John Lamola at a joint press event in Johannesburg, on Thursday, 14^th December 2023.

In addition to plans to increase the number of damp lease aircraft, SAA and SunExpress are currently exploring options for a multi-year reciprocal capacity support and further cooperation with regards to maintenance, training and commercial support.

Hahn Air partners with Air Moana

December 25, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Hahn Air welcomes Air Moana in its leading partner portfolio. Its flights are available in major GDSs under the Hahn Air Technologies X1 code. Travel agents in 190 markets worldwide can book the domestic airline from French Polynesia via the standard reservation process and issue tickets on the insolvency-safe HR-169 document.

Air Moana is a domestic carrier based at Papeete Faa’a Airport (PPT) in French Polynesia. It was founded in 2021 and it currently serves seven destinations with a fleet of two ATR72-600 aircraft.

More information about Air Moana and other Hahn Air partners is available under Partner Carriers.

Embraer doubles service center capacity by expanding maintenance and customer support

December 20, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Embraer is expanding with 3 additional MRO facilities in Texas, Ohio, and Florida

Melbourne, Florida, December 20, 2023 – Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) announced today that it is doubling its maintenance service capacity in the United States, to support the continued growth of its executive jets’ customer base through the addition of three Executive Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities in Dallas Love Field, TX, Cleveland, OH, and Sanford, FL.

Embraer will also substantially increase its Mobile Response network by 28 teams, and enlarge its capabilities including access to interior services, paint, and component repairs as part of this expansion. Service at these locations is set to begin in the second quarter of 2024. Embraer currently has three owned U.S.-based service centers dedicated to its executive jet customers located in Mesa, AZ, Melbourne, FL, and Fort Lauderdale, FL. Further, the company has 24 authorized service centers for its executive jets across the USA.

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easyJet orders additional Airbus A320neo family aircraft

December 19, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Toulouse, France, December 19, 2023 – EasyJet PLC (London: EZJ) has confirmed a firm order for an additional157 Airbus Group SE (Paris: AIR) A320neo Family aircraft following shareholder approval. The firm order comprises 56 A320neo and 101 A321neo aircraft, and also includes the upsizing of an existing order for 35 A320neo into the larger A321neo. The agreement is part of easyJet’s fleet renewal and upgauging plan and is also bringing substantial sustainability improvements to its business.

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Air Corsica adds two additional ATR 72-600 to regional fleet

December 18, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Toulouse, France, December 18, 2023 –ATR, the world number one regional aircraft manufacturer, and Air Corsica have confirmed a firm order for two more ATR 72-600 aircraft. Air Corsica has completed the full transition of its fleet of ATR -500 series to the latest generation of turboprop aircraft from its order initially at the Paris Air Show.

The two aircraft are scheduled for delivery in the first half of 2024, at which time Air Corsica will have fully harmonised its regional fleet. The airline will have seven ATR 72-600 aircraft, powered by the latest PW127XT engines, optimising the reliability, comfort, operating costs and CO2 emissions of its connecting flights between Corsica’s four airports and Nice and Marseille and providing a high-quality public service.

Air Corsica was the first operator to take delivery of an ATR 72-600 equipped with the new PW127XT engine at the end of 2022, which brought a 20% reduction in maintenance costs and at least a 3% reduction in fuel consumption compared with the PW127M. It generates CO2 emission savings of 45% compared with a similar-size regional jet, demonstrating its commitment to operational excellence, regional connectivity and sustainability.

Japan Air Lines launches web page to celebrate 70 years

December 17, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Tokyo, Japan – Japan Airlines Co Ltd (Tokyo: 9201) will commemorate the 70th anniversary of its first international flight on February 2, 2024. As the first Japanese airline to operate scheduled international flights, JAL has contributed to the exchange and trade of people and cultures between Japan and the world. And with its current extensive international network connecting 376 airports in 64 countries/regions, JAL is proud to serve a truly diverse mix of international customers.

To honor the memorable connections and stories created over the past 70 years, JAL is launching a special web page. Additionally, as a token of appreciation to its valued customers around the world, JAL is pleased to announce the launch of a special one month free in-flight Wi-Fi campaign on all international flights to celebrate the historic milestone.

【Specific Initiatives】
1. Launch of a Special Web page to Celebrate JAL’s 70th Anniversary of International Flights
A special web page will be launched on the JAL corporate website to celebrate the airline’s history and provide a digital destination for history enthusiasts to enjoy highlights, memories and stories covering the past 70 years of JAL’s international flight service. This page will include memorable stories from the past 70 years and the history of 70 years of international flight service.

2. Free Wi-Fi Campaign on International Flights
Introducing a special campaign for the first time, JAL will be offering complimentary Wi-Fi service on all international routes.
(1) Eligible travel period: Thursday, February 1 to Thursday, February 29, 2024
(2) Eligible routes/flights: All JAL-operated international flights (excluding code-share flights operated by other carriers).
*Details regarding the campaign, such as application procedures and instructions for connecting onboard, will be announced on the dedicated website at a later date.

Special Web page to Celebrate JAL’s 70th Anniversary of International Flights:
https://www.jal.com/en/jal-int-70th

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Virgin Australia is pleased to have reached in-principle cabin crew agreement

December 17, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Virgin Australia is pleased to have reached an in-principle agreement with the FAAA and TWU on the Cabin Crew Enterprise Agreement. This is great news for our teams and our customers.

Under the new Enterprise Agreement, cost of living pressures will be easier for crew to manage, and lifestyle challenges will be easier to navigate. The agreement will deliver 15%+ salary increases over three years, depending on the skill and tenure of the crew member.

And the overall cost of this agreement is in line with the agreements we have reached with other work groups. Today’s outcome is the result of constructive negotiations with both unions, and facilitated by the Fair Work Commission. It will ensure our people are appropriately rewarded for their work and that Virgin Australia is set up for long-term success.

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