Star Alliance is commemorating 10 years of operations at Heathrow Terminal 2, popularly referred to as the Star Alliance terminal by passengers. The terminal has served as the base for 23 Star Alliance member airlines, facilitating over 120 departures every day and representing nearly 20% of the available seat capacity from the airport. Theo Panagiotoulias,
IATA reports 28% drop in airline funds blocked by governments, but challenges persist
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a 28% decrease in the amount of airline funds blocked from repatriation by governments, with the total blocked funds standing at approximately $1.8 billion at the end of April, a reduction of $708 million since December 2023. IATA reiterated its call for governments to remove all barriers
British Airways has opened its completely refurbished luxurious lounge at Lagos airport, following a six-month renovation project. The 360-square-metre space has been cleverly designed to provide customers with more room to relax, dine, or work in a premium setting, while also proudly showcasing local art from Akoje Gallery. The contemporary lounge features a grand entrance
Biden-Harris Administration awards nearly $187 million in airport infrastructure grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced another round of funding for 90 airport-related infrastructure grants across 34 states, totaling nearly $187 million. The projects are funded under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program, which is part of the $25 billion allocated in the law for airport
SkyAlyne, CAE’s joint venture, wins C$11.2 billion contract for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training Program
CAE announced that its SkyAlyne joint venture has been awarded a C$11.2 billion, 25-year contract for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program. SkyAlyne, a partnership between CAE and KF Aerospace of Kelowna, BC, was selected as the preferred bidder for the FAcT Program in July 2023 after a rigorous process. Marc Parent, CAE’s President and
Emirates SkyCargo launches Executive Leadership Programme to develop future cargo leaders
Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of Emirates, has implemented a bespoke training programme designed to equip the cargo leaders of tomorrow with the necessary commercial and leadership skills for future success. The initiative aims to create opportunities for growth within the airline’s operations and inspire employees to develop their careers with Emirates SkyCargo. The Executive
