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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, has celebrated the start of its flights to Jaipur, India.

A welcome ceremony at Jaipur International Airport today acclaimed the new route, which offers guests four non-stop services a week, enhancing connectivity between one of India’s cultural treasures, and the rest of the world, via Abu Dhabi.

From exploring the historic forts and palaces to indulging in the vibrant culture and culinary delights, Jaipur offers visitors a wealth of unforgettable experiences. Travellers from Northwest India will benefit from the non-stop service with seamless access to Etihad’s expanding network and frequent connections through Abu Dhabi’s global links.

The new route enables more visitors to explore the emirate’s rich history and vibrant culture. Moreover, passengers will experience the exceptional facilities at Zayed International Airport’s Terminal A, Etihad’s new home, which sets new standards for travel comfort and service excellence.

Travellers flying from Jaipur to the United States can take advantage of the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facility at Abu Dhabi, streamlining the immigration process and ensuring a hassle-free journey.

The start of the Jaipur service further underlines Etihad’s deepening commitment to the Indian market where the airline has increased its capacity by a third over the past 12 months.

The flights will be operated with aircraft from the Airbus A320 family, offering Etihad’s award-winning service to guests, in both Business and Economy cabins, convenient flight timings to the UAE’s capital city and seamless connections to destinations across the airline’s growing global network.

Flights to and from Jaipur can be booked on etihad.com, the mobile app, Etihad Airways Contact Centres or travel agents.

Flight schedule for Abu Dhabi – Jaipur service, effective 16 June 2024, all times local:

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Next week, Seoul-based Air Incheon will begin operating a 767-300BDSF (25202) for Samsung SDS/Cello. The aircraft is the first of two 767 freighters to be leased from ATSG West Leasing (a subsidiary of Air Transport Services Group). The second unit is expected…

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Singapore, 19 June 2024 – Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, celebrates a successful year since the debut of its Premium Economy product in Singapore, having so far carried 26,000 passengers on nearly 730 four-class A380 flights between Singapore and Dubai from June 2023 to May 2024. The airline’s Premium Economy product was especially popular among families and solo travellers from Singapore, with top outbound destinations including London, Dubai, Paris, Barcelona, and New York JFK.

Emirates’ Premium Economy can be experienced on flights EK 354 and EK 355 between Singapore and Dubai, which takes passenger comfort to new heights with an extensive suite of features that transforms the journey itself into a destination.

The Premium Economy cabin is located at the front of the main deck with 56 seats laid out in a 2-4-2 configuration. In the cabin, every inch of space anticipates customer needs with a generous seat pitch and width for working and relaxing, and customised features that offer function and convenience like in-seat charging points and a side cocktail table. The experience is rounded off with expertly curated in-flight amenities, an inventive menu, and extensive beverage options, including the Chandon Vintage Brut 2016, a global exclusive to Emirates Premium Economy passengers.

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Korean Air Lines Co (Seoul: 003490) has selected Air Incheon as the preferred bidder for the sale of Asiana Airlines’ global cargo freighter business. The decision was made at the Board of Directors meeting held on June 17.

Korean Air selected Air Incheon as the preferred bidder based on several key criteria: the certainty of completing the transaction, the ability to maintain and enhance long-term competitiveness of the air cargo business, and the capability to mobilize funds through a competent consortium.

Founded in 2012, Air Incheon is Korea’s only all-cargo airline, with operations focused in Asia. Air Incheon is expected to strengthen its competitiveness by utilizing Asiana Airlines’ long-haul network to the Americas and Europe, and fleet of larger cargo aircraft.

Korean Air plans to sign a framework agreement with Air Incheon in July after agreeing on the contract conditions. The agreement is subject to review by the European Commission.

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June 19, 2024 – Alstom SA (Paris: ALSO), global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has signed a contract with Mercitalia Rail, a company of the Polo Logistica FS (*) for the supply of 70 Traxx Universal locomotives for Italy, along with 12 years of full maintenance services. Some of the locomotives will be equipped with last mile technology. The contract is valued at over €323 million and includes the option to supply an additional 30 locomotives and an extension of the maintenance services.

Traxx Universal is the most advanced four-axle locomotive platform offering high energy efficiency and traction capacity. The functional design, coupled with an extended maintenance plan featuring reduced intervention frequencies, guarantees elevated levels of reliability and availability. The last mile system enables such as seamless transition from line haul traction into non-electrified lines, such as those found in ports, industrial areas, or terminals.

All Traxx Universal locomotives intended for the Italian market are manufactured at Alstom’s site in Vado Ligure. This facility, with over a century of vehicle production experience, benefits from the expertise of more than 300 people. The site has been integral to various stages of production, including electrical and pneumatic sub-assembly, bogie assembly, vehicle painting, final assembly, testing, rain tests, vehicle weighing, and repair of power and control electronics.

(*) Grouping of the Gruppo FS Italiane companies involved in freight transport and logistics

locomotive during the Traxx Universal Locomotive delivery event in Vado Ligure, Italy – Monday, May 06, 2024. Chronicle . (Photo by Tano Pecoraro/Lapresse)

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New York, NY, June 14, 2024, Business Wire — JetBlue Airways Corp (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced it will launch new daily jet service between Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Presque Isle International Airport (PQI), starting September 5, 2024, with tickets now available for sale. This new route not only offers residents of northern Maine and New Brunswick convenient access to the city of Boston and dozens of other JetBlue and partner airline destinations around the globe, but it also opens up the beauty of the Crown of Maine and the region to travelers from around the world.

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This press release may contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including expected delivery dates. Such statements are based on current expectations and projections about our future results, prospects and opportunities and are not guarantees of future performance. Such statements will not be updated unless required by law. Actual results and performance may differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including those discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Mesa, Arizona, June 11, 2024 – MD Helicopters, LLC (MDH) is pleased to announce the expansion of its growing global network of MDH service providers and its partnership with Thoroughbred Aviation with the addition of a new Thoroughbred Aviation Authorized Service Center (ASC) location in Georgetown, Texas. This is the first MD ASC in Texas thus supporting dozens of MDH aircraft in the state and a multiyear government contract for MD aircraft and the second MD Network location for Thoroughbred Aviation.

For almost 40 years, Thoroughbred Aviation has been serving the helicopter community with reliable helicopter maintenance, service, and support. They have grown in order to meet customers’ needs and that promise continues as they expand to their sixth location, in Georgetown, Texas. The location will be the only full-service center in Texas and includes blade balancing, basic to advanced maintenance support and specialized tooling.

June 14, 2024 – Alstom SA (Paris: ALSO), a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has signed a contract worth around €430 (£370) million for 10 new nine-car Aventra trains for Transport for London’s Elizabeth line, along with associated maintenance until 2046.

Opened in 2022, the Elizabeth line continues to experience passenger demand ahead of predictions and its current 70-strong fleet of Alstom-built Aventra Class 345 trains would be insufficient to meet demand later this decade and through the 2030s.

Like the rest of the fleet, the additional Aventra electric multiple unit (EMU) passenger trains will be built at Alstom’s Derby Litchurch Lane Works, the only UK facility that designs, engineers, builds and tests trains for domestic and export markets.

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This press release may contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including expected delivery dates. Such statements are based on current expectations and projections about our future results, prospects and opportunities and are not guarantees of future performance. Such statements will not be updated unless required by law. Actual results and performance may differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including those discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, June 11, 2024 — Arajet’s tenth Boeing (NYSE: BA) 737 MAX arrived today in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic as the airline continues to grow its fuel-efficient fleet. This 737-8 delivery through a lessor supports Arajet’s growth strategy throughout the Americas as the airline plans to more than double its routes in the next few years.

Since launching in 2022, Arajet has grown its all-737 MAX fleet to serve 23 destinations in 16 countries, including Canada, Mexico and Argentina. Arajet’s performance earned it recognition as the Startup Airline of the year at the World Aviation Summit in 2023.

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It is with deep regret that we inform you of an incident that occurred on our flight FJ870 from Nadi to San Francisco this morning.

A passenger, a 41-year-old male U.S. citizen, encountered a medical condition approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to the aircraft’s arrival at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

Despite the best efforts of our cabin crew and a doctor on board who provided immediate assistance, the passenger unfortunately passed away.

Our flight crew promptly declared a medical emergency, and we were given priority for landing by the SFO authorities. Fiji Airways ground operations and the relevant authorities were informed in advance and were prepared to meet the aircraft upon arrival.

The flight landed safely at San Francisco a short while ago. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.

We commend our cabin crew and the assisting doctor for their swift and professional response to this emergency.

Fiji Airways remains committed to the safety and well-being of our passengers and crew, and we are cooperating fully with the authorities as they manage this situation.

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