Taiwan’s China Airlines has finalised an order with Airbus for ten A350-1000 aircraft, following a commitment announced in December 2024. The new widebody jets will be deployed on long-haul routes connecting Taiwan with North America and Europe, complementing the airline’s existing fleet of A350-900 aircraft. China Airlines Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang said the investment aligned with
Global air cargo demand decreased by 0.1% in February compared to the same month last year, marking the first decline since mid-2023, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The slight contraction in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK) was accompanied by a 0.4% decrease in capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometres (ACTK). IATA
Air Charter Service (ACS) has reported its highest-ever annual total for charitable giving, with more than $200,000 raised in 2024 through staff-led fundraising, volunteering, and donation drives across its global offices. Lloyd Robinson, the company’s director of corporate environmental and social responsibility (CESR), praised the collective effort from teams worldwide. “The worldwide team has really
Cathay launches refreshed ‘I Can Fly’ youth programme with focus on aviation careers
Cathay has launched the 2025 edition of its flagship youth development programme, I Can Fly, unveiling a refreshed format aimed at inspiring young people in Hong Kong to explore careers in aviation while contributing to the community. The programme, which began in 2003, will this year involve around 2,000 participants aged 10 to 18 and
KlasJet pilot trainer explains how crews prepare for the world’s most difficult airports
Operating in some of the world’s most demanding airports requires exceptional flying skill, rigorous preparation and precise execution, according to Zbigniew Mlotkowski, Director of Crew Training at European charter airline KlasJet. Pilots must be trained to handle a range of hazards, including short runways, surrounding terrain, unpredictable weather and complex procedures. Airports such as Madeira
Qatar Airways Cargo has launched a new dedicated air freight service for the semiconductor industry, introducing a specialised product called TechLift to meet the growing global demand for secure and efficient semiconductor transport. TechLift is designed for the consumer electronics, communications, satellite, automotive and AI industries. It provides customised solutions for handling integrated circuits, chipsets,
