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British Airways to discontinue flights to Bahrain and Kuwait from 2025. Belinda Borg 8 November 2024 11:48. From the beginning of 2025, British Airways will temporarily suspend all flights to Bahrain and Kuwait. The reason for this is ongoing technical problems with the Rolls-Royce engines used in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
Tested: The new Condor Premium Economy in the A330neo from …
Feb 14, 2023 · Wifi / entertainment. Condor offers the new Wifi "FlyConnect" service on the A330neo in cooperation with Telekom. In 3 packages, you can choose between a pure data plan for Messenger use for €7 for the entire flight, 2-hour access for €12 and premium access for 4 hours for €20, which also enables VPN use and audio streaming.
Counterfeit titanium parts in aircraft: FAA investigates safety risks
Jun 18, 2024 · The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is facing a challenge: counterfeit titanium parts may be installed in Boeing and Airbus aircraft. This alarming discovery came to light after supplier Spirit AeroSystems reported irregularities. A Chinese company reportedly submitted fake documents to confirm the authenticity of a batch of titanium ...
China Airlines order: Boeing and Airbus vie for long-haul order
3 days ago · As early as 2022, China Airlines decided to undertake a comprehensive fleet modernization by ordering 16 Boeing 787-9s. These aircraft are intended to replace the aging Airbus A330s and improve the airline's flexibility on medium- and long-haul routes. By placing this order with Boeing, China Airlines has already sent a clear signal in the past ...
Air Canada plans return of the Boeing 767-300ER: A new chapter …
Nov 5, 2024 · According to aviation blog Ishrion Aviation, Air Canada plans to return two Boeing 2025-767ERs to its passenger fleet in 300. This return is part of a broader plan to put a total of 21 new aircraft into service next year, including a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and several Airbus A220-300 and 737 MAX 8s. These new aircraft are intended to help ...
Emirates: The first converted A380 takes off – Aviation.Direct
Jan 10, 2023 · The first Emirates A380, which was completely overhauled as part of the airline's $2 billion refurbishment program, entered service on January 6, 2023 as EK003 on the Dubai-London Heat route...
Switzerland – Aviation.Direct
Swiss expands menu selection in Business Class on short-haul flights. Zurich remains the leader in the new European Airport Index 2024. Swiss First Lounge at Zurich Airport receives award as best airline lounge. New aircraft parking areas put into operation at Zurich Airport. Edelweiss offers direct entry as a part-time Senior Cabin Crew Member ...
Declining air traffic in Germany: An industry under pressure
Oct 16, 2024 · Since May 2024, the air traffic tax has been increased by 25 percent, and depending on the distance of the destination, airlines now have to pay between 15,53 euros and 70,83 euros per ticket. Air traffic control fees and the aviation security fee, which is charged for checking passengers, are also increasing. The latter is to be increased from ...
Eurocontrol: Flight movements are decreasing again - Aviation.Direct
Sep 23, 2021 · The latest figures published by Eurocontrol suggest that the recovery in European air traffic has stalled. The number of flight movements is currently 30 percent below the 2019 level. The carriers are apparently coming through very differently, because in August 2021 the majority of the movements were accounted for by Ryanair, Wizz Air and ...
German Airways buys leased aircraft – Aviation.Direct
Oct 24, 2024 · German Airways, a specialist in flight services and part of the Zeitfracht Group, plans to buy back its E190 aircraft from leasing contracts. This decision marks a strategic shift and reflects growing confidence in the recovery of travel. By announcing the early termination of contracts with US Lessor Azorra, German Airways aims to modernise ...