Doha’s Hamad International Airport (HIA) is introducing new technologies in an effort to increase the safety of its travellers. From 19 May, the airport is investing in robotics and special helmets to help keep passengers safe and prepare for a post-COVID era. The futuristic looking measures include new Smart Screening Helmets which allow staff wearing
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed details of its proposed temporary layered approach to biosecurity for restarting passenger flights amid the COVID-19 crisis. The Association also announced a commitment by the airline CEOs on its Board of Governors to five principles for reconnecting the world by air transport. IATA has published Biosecurity for
EasyJet has admitted that approximately nine million customers have been affected by a “highly sophisticated cyber attack.” It said email addresses and travel details had been stolen and that 2,208 customers had also had their credit card details “accessed”. The airline has said it will contact the affected customers directly within the next few days
Tuesday airline updates: Ryanair accepts £600m loan despite CEO’s previous criticism
Ireland’s Ryanair has received £600 million from the UK’s Covid Corporate Financing Facility (CCFF). This comes despite chief executive Michael O’Leary being heavily critical of state aid provided to other airlines across Europe, including the Lufthansa Group, Air France-KLM, Alitalia and more, calling it “unlawful state aid”. Speaking to SKY News at the end of
Thai Airways to begin bankrupcy proceedings
The Thai government has confirmed suspicions that Thai Airways is beginning bankruptcy proceedings. On Monday, 18 May, Reuters reported that Thailand plans to take a rehabilitation plan for Thai Airways to the bankruptcy court. A key government panel has backed the undisclosed plan. It is now due for consideration by the Thai cabinet on Tuesday.
Emirates reportedly cutting 30,000 jobs
It appears that Emirates is set to become the latest airline owner to cut jobs, with up to 30,000 positions at risk.
