19 March, 2024
Robinson Helicopter Co is celebrating 45 years of the R22.......
One A320-200 arrives for Canada Jetlines
Mark Johnston named as new as permanent Chief Operating Officer at London Gatwick
Mark Johnston said: “I am thrilled to be joining the UK’s second busiest airport where we operate the world’s most efficient runway.London Gatwick has exceptional people who work hard every day to deliver a personalised experience, that is easy and efficient for all.It is an incredibly exciting time to be joining London Gatwick and I am thoroughly looking forward to getting started and meeting all the team.”
Stewart Wingate, CEO, London Gatwick, said: “Mark will join London Gatwick with a wealth of experience and a proven track record as a COO. He is ideally placed to oversee the airports operations, strategic partnerships and ensuring a great Gatwick experience for passengers.As we continue to grow, our vision is to be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey, and we are thrilled to have Mark join us at such an exciting time for the airport.I’d like to thank John Higgins for stepping into the role of interim Chief Operating Officer for the last 15 months and leading the operation at an extremely busy time.”
New interline deal for Rex and Etihad
Rex unveils new interline partnership with Etihad Airways.
Future of Flight action plan.......... the age of the flying taxi is getting ever closer
Drone technology could transform our skies and boost the UK economy by £45 billion by the end of the decade.
Aviation and Technology Minister, Anthony Browne, said: "Cutting-edge battery technology will revolutionise transport as we know it – this plan will make sure we have the infrastructure and regulation in place to make it a reality.From flying taxis to emergency service drones, we’re making sure the UK is at the forefront of this dramatic shift in transportation – improving people’s lives and boosting the economy."
allowing drones to fly beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) so that the sector can grow without limiting the skies for other aircraftbreathing life into smaller aerodromes by setting out how they can operate as vertiports for electric aircraft that take off vertically (sometimes known as electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft)developing standards to improve security for drones to boost public safetyengaging communities and local authorities so that they can enjoy the economic and social benefits of these technologies
Belfast City Airport named Most Punctual UK Airport in 2023
Mark Beattie, Chief Operating Officer at Belfast City Airport said: “At Belfast City Airport we always aim to deliver a passenger experience that is convenient and hassle free, and we are thrilled to have the best on-time-performance of any airport in the UK across the calendar year 2023.This achievement is owing to our team’s dedication to going above and beyond to maximise performance and efficiencies to ensure our passengers can move through the airport, and get to their destination, as quickly as possible.Our unrivalled punctuality combined with our prime location, only five minutes from the heart of Belfast City Centre, and an average security processing time of just 6 minutes allows our passengers to enjoy a smooth start to every journey.”
18 March, 2024
Phenix Jet adds Bombardier Global 7500 aircraft to its fleet
Air Samarkand gets ready for scheduled flights launch and appoints a new CEO
British Airways is embarking on a multi-million-pound investment programme to overhaul its ground support equipment at Heathrow Airport
Replacing more than 750 pieces of ground equipment, including fuel bowsers from fossil fuel to HVO. HVO is an interim measure whilst the airline gradually transitions to zero-emissions (when being used or driven) or hybrid equipment. Supplied by the airline’s current sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supplier, Phillips 66, the use of HVO is anticipated to save more than 6,000 tonnes of CO2 per year compared to traditional diesel fuel, the equivalent of more than 8,000 round-trip economy passenger journeys between London Heathrow and JFK*.Replacing all diesel passenger aircraft steps with electric alternatives. This aims to reduce fuel consumption by more than 370 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year, based on previous diesel usage, which is the equivalent of more than 500 round-trip economy passenger journeys between London Heathrow and JFK*. Many of the electric steps will be in full service by the end of the year.Phasing out its fleet of 20 diesel-powered vehicles which support the loading and unloading of cargo containers onto aircraft, replacing them with Hybrid Electric models.Introducing 135 new electric baggage tugs, accounting for 40% of our tugs, to transport customer's luggage. This improved battery and charging technology utilises highly efficient lithium-ion battery technology, requiring less energy and producing 30% less C02 when in use compared to traditional lead acid batteries. We are working closely with our supply chain in order to recycle as many battery components as possible at the end of life.Gradually phasing out all 38 diesel passenger buses over the next two years, with 23 expected to be fully electric and the remaining 15 operating on HVO fuel, with a large charging park at Heathrow now in the early stages of development. The use of these vehicles is expected to save 800 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year, helping to reduce negative air quality impacts around the Heathrow area.
Artemis Aerospace explores a day in the life of a flight trainer
A UK CAA CPL (Commercial Pilot's Licence) or PPL (Private Pilot's Licence) plus at least 200 hours flying time of which 150 should be as PIC (Pilot in Command).A pass in CPL-level theoretical flight knowledge exams.Ten hours instrument flight training and twenty hours VFR (Visual Flight Rules) cross country flying as PIC including landing at different aerodromes.A required number of hours of SEP (Safety and Emergency Procedures) training.A pass in a pre-course flight test no longer than six months before entry to the course.
IAG Cargo launches new service between Barcelona and Miami
IAE AG successfully tests V2500 engine on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The test demonstrates a commitment to supporting greater use of SAF
IAE AG successfully tests V2500 engine on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Passenger numbers rise at Vinci Airports.
Cathay Cargo Terminal first air cargo terminal in Hong Kong to enable ePayments...........Providing seamless payment for cargo collection
Cathay Cargo Terminal has become the first air cargo terminal in Hong Kong to introduce a business-to-business (B2B) ePayment solution, partnering with leading global cargo payment platform PayCargo to offer a secure, user-friendly, and efficient digital payment method for import cargo collection.
Icelandic budget airline PLAY picks new CEO
World-first high-tech time-capsule lands at East Midlands Airport
High-tech time capsule arrives |
Going on holiday to sleep.....
Hilton Caters to Rising Number of Sleep Tourists with Debut of Hilton Sleep Retreats
Hilton Caters to Rising Number of Sleep Tourists with Debut of Hilton Sleep Retreats
Sleep expert Dr. Rebecca Robbins to host snooze‑worthy series at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort’s Kilolani Spa.
16 March, 2024
Viasat and Deutsche Telekom Boost European Aviation Network In-flight Broadband Coverage in Mediterranean Sea
- Additional ground stations enhance Viasat’s award-winning connectivity solution.
- Additional ground stations enhance Viasat’s award-winning connectivity solution.
- Airline customers, including the Greek flag carrier AEGEAN, to benefit from improved service on flights to and from Cyprus.
15 March, 2024
SAS and the Norwegian armed forces signs new agreement for strategic evacuation
AirAsia X partners Kazakh Tourism to elevate tourism and further boost the economy between Malaysia and Kazakhstan
Boeing warns airlines to check 787 flight deck seat switches following LATAM mishap.
IATA Announces Winner of 2024 FACE-UP Competition
Delta puts New York-JFK - Tel Aviv flights back on the schedule from 7th June
The U.S. mega-carrier will operate the route on an Airbus A330-900neo aircraft that will provide customers with nearly 2,000 weekly seats from New York to Israel. It said it had made the decision following an extensive security risk assessment and was working in conjunction with government and private-sector partners.
In recent months, Delta has strengthened its presence in Israel through a codeshare arrangement with EL AL Israel Airlines. Delta customers have access to EL AL’s direct services to Tel Aviv from major U.S. cities like New York-JFK, New York-Newark, Boston, Los Angeles, Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
The carrier had initially hoped to bring the route back on 1st May this year, customers currently booked on flights prior to 7th June restart will be proactively notified by the airline and reaccommodated accordingly.
Air New Zealand to pause Chicago service from late March due to engine issues with its Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes.
More jobs at Rolls-Royce
Air France-KLM - state aid appeal
Air France-KLM and Air France confirm having lodged two appeals before the Court of Justice of the European Union of two judgments of the General Court of the European Union rendered in December 2023, annulling a 2020 Commission decision and a 2021 Commission decision which approved various French State aid measures during the Covid 19 crisis.
Air France-KLM reminds that Air France-KLM and Air France have fully refunded all State aid received, in accordance with the applicable legal framework.