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British Airways becomes first UK airline to introduce real-time weather apps for pilots and flight planning teams
/British Airways has announced that it will be the first UK airline to introduce two next-generation weather apps, providing pilots and flight planning teams with access to real-time weather data. The apps, developed by The Weather Company, will allow the airline to better plan and mitigate the impact of weather on flight routes, in the
Read moreAir Astana resumes popular routes and increases flight frequencies in Summer schedule
Air Astana has switched to a Summer flight schedule, resuming popular scheduled and seasonal services and increasing the frequency of flights to several international destinations. The airline will resume direct international flights from Astana to Seoul and domestic flights from Astana to Kostanai. Seasonal flights from Astana and Almaty to Montenegro’s capital, Podgorica, will operate
Read moreScoot receives first Embraer E190-E2 aircraft from Azorra
Azorra has delivered the first of nine new Embraer E190-E2 aircraft to Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), marking the first time a Singapore carrier has introduced an aircraft from the Brazilian manufacturer. A special handover ceremony was attended by senior executives from Azorra, Scoot, and Embraer at Embraer’s facility in Brazil. The
Read moreDelta Air Lines reports record revenue and strong earnings growth in March quarter 2024
/Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) reported financial results for the March quarter and provided its outlook for the June quarter, highlighting record revenue and strong earnings growth despite challenges faced by the airline industry. “Thanks to the extraordinary work of our 100,000 people, Delta is delivering the best operational reliability in our history, and we
Read moreAir New Zealand resumes direct seasonal flights between Cairns and Auckland
/Air New Zealand has restarted its direct seasonal flights between Cairns and Auckland, offering Cairns holidaymakers the opportunity to explore New Zealand’s stunning ski slopes and vibrant city life. The flights, which operate twice a week on Tuesdays and Saturdays, with an additional Thursday service from 25 June to 26 October, will be available between
Read moreEthiopian Airlines celebrates 78 years of pioneering aviation in Africa
/Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline, marked its 78th anniversary on April 8, 2024, highlighting its legacy of resilience and innovation since 1946. To commemorate the occasion, Group Chief Executive Officer Mesfin Tassew and Chief Commercial Officer Lemma Yadecha accompanied the crew on a flight to Cairo, the airline’s inaugural international service route. Tassew and
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