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16.07.2018
SITAONAIR’s aircraft Internet of Things takes off with pioneering AirBridgeCargo and CargoLogicAir project
SITAONAIR’s trademark ‘open platforms’ approach is turning the aircraft Internet of Things (IoT) concept into a reality, in a key development for the air transport industry.
By applying its open platforms approach to delivering bespoke IoT …
16.07.2018
DHL Express announces order of 14 new Boeing 777 Freighters
DHL's investment in the 777 Freighters is a direct answer to the growing demand for global express capacity.
Gradual replacement of older aircraft by most fuel-efficient and technically reliable freighter type airplanes
Options for delivery …
16.07.2018
Philippine Airlines takes delivery of its first A350 XWB
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has taken delivery of its first A350 XWB at a special event in Toulouse, France, becoming the 19th airline to operate the world’s most modern and efficient long range airliner.
Altogether, Philippine Airlines …
12.07.2018
Two IndiGo passenger jets narrowly avoid mid-air collision
Two IndiGo regional flights narrowly escaped a mid-air collision over Bengaluru airspace in southern India late on July 10, 2018. Together, the two aircraft – both Airbus passenger jets – were carrying 328 passengers onboard, …
12.07.2018
JetBlue Selects Airbus A220-300 as Key Component of Its Next Generation Fleet
JetBlue has announced it has ordered 60 Airbus A220-300 aircraft – previously called the Bombardier CS300 – for delivery beginning in 2020, with the option for 60 additional aircraft beginning in 2025. The aircraft will …
12.07.2018
Qatar Airways Supports Highly-Anticipated Formula E Double-header Season Finale in New York City
Qatar Airways is pleased to join the ABB FIA Formula E Championship in the Big Apple this weekend as the Official Race Title Sponsor for the double-header season finale, the 2018 New York City E-Prix, …
12.07.2018
Emirates Opens First Dedicated Airport Lounge in Cairo
Emirates today unveiled its 42nd dedicated lounge across its global network at Cairo International Airport (CAI). The lounge is now open to Emirates First Class and Business Class customers as well as Platinum and Gold …
12.07.2018
easyJet announces largest ever expansion at Manchester Airport
easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has today announced that it’s to undertake its largest ever expansion at Manchester Airport in winter 2018 which will see the airline adding five new aircraft, carrying an extra 1.5m passengers …
10.07.2018
Airbus Introduces the A220-100 and A220-300
Airbus has revealed the A220 at a ceremony held at its Henri-Ziegler Delivery Centre, near Toulouse, France. Witnessed by Airbus employees and members of the global news media, the A220-300 landed directly from the painting …
10.07.2018
Qatar Airways Brings FIFA World Cup Excitement to the Skies with Bespoke FIFA-Branded Aircraft
The national carrier of the State of Qatar flies hand-painted aircraft in FIFA livery to Moscow for 2018 FIFA World Russia Finals and Semi-Finals.
Qatar Airways, an Official Partner and the Official Airline of FIFA, has …