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Inaugural FOSAA conference signals rising tide for amphibious aviation industry
The Future Opportunities for Seaplanes and Amphibious Aviation (FOSAA) conference, organized by Quaynote Communications and Arena Group, successfully debuted in Venice on March 20, 2024, confirming the growing demand for a dedicated event focusing on the resurgent seaplane and amphibious aviation sector. The one-day conference attracted commercial stakeholders from across the globe, including Asia, Europe,
Read moreUPS launches next-day delivery service between Asia and Australia
UPS (NYSE: UPS) has introduced a new flight connecting its intra-Asia hub in Shenzhen (SZX) to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), enabling faster delivery times between leading Asia Pacific economies and Australia, according to a press release issued on April 8, 2024. The new service allows shipments picked up from customers in mainland China, Japan,
Read moreBiometrics: Unlocking the future of air travel
From the modest beginnings of air travel in the 1930s, when only a handful of passengers took to the skies, to the staggering projection of 8 billion travelers by 2040, the aviation industry is on the cusp of a significant transformation. A new white paper by SITA, titled ‘Face the Future,’ delves into how biometric
Read moreBoeing’s safety concerns and the ripple effects on the airline sector
Morningstar DBRS sheds light on the renewed safety concerns enveloping Boeing, which are poised to significantly impact the aviation giant’s operational capabilities, including its ability to maintain timely aircraft deliveries. This situation presents substantial implications for the airline industry, potentially affecting growth plans, operational schedules, airfare pricing, and the ambitious decarbonization targets set by many
Read moreLondon Southend Airport faces uncertainty amid financial reorganisation
In the wake of the global pandemic, the aviation sector has experienced varied recovery rates, with London Southend Airport (Southend) enduring significant challenges. Morningstar DBRS reports on the precarious situation facing Southend as it navigates financial restructuring and operational hurdles. As of April 2024, Southend’s journey towards financial stability encountered a critical phase with Esken
Read moreAmerican Airlines, Make-A-Wish®, and Disney celebrate World Wish Month with Special Wish Flight
In an inspiring collaboration, American Airlines, Make-A-Wish®, and Disney have joined forces to create a memorable journey for 28 children battling critical illnesses, marking the celebration of World Wish Month leading up to World Wish Day® on April 29. This year, a specially chartered Wish Flight will transport these children and their families from Dallas-Fort
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