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Stratolaunch progresses with second successful captive carry flight of hypersonic vehicle
In a significant stride towards advancing hypersonic flight technology, Stratolaunch has successfully carried out its second captive carry flight featuring the TA-1, the first powered Talon-A hypersonic vehicle. This landmark event, which took place in Mojave, California, marks not only the thirteenth flight of Stratolaunch’s launch platform, Roc, but also its second instance of transporting
Read moreAir Canada steps in with fare caps and extra seats following Lynx Air’s shutdown announcement
Air Canada has announced plans to cap fares and introduce over 6,000 extra seats on routes that were operated by Lynx Air, following Lynx Air’s decision to suspend its operations starting February 26, 2024. This measure by Air Canada is aimed at providing Lynx Air’s customers, affected by the airline’s cessation, with more affordable travel
Read moreCathay Cargo introduces API for DB Schenker and launches a developer portal to streamline freight booking
In a significant development for the freight industry, Cathay Cargo has inaugurated a new application programming interface (API) that allows global forwarder DB Schenker to access the Click & Ship booking platform through its internal systems. This initiative enables the forwarder to efficiently check space, make bookings, and receive instant confirmation from Cathay Cargo’s inventory.
Read moreStephen Chung steps into key role at Hahnair to bolster airline partnerships in APAC
/Hahnair has officially appointed Mr. Stephen Chung as the new Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific (APAC). This significant appointment took place in Dreieich on 22nd February 2024, marking a promising move to strengthen its operations within the region. Tasked with a myriad of responsibilities, Stephen is set to play a pivotal role in bolstering
Read moreSingapore Airlines soars to record $659 million profit, eyes pre-pandemic capacity return
/The Singapore Airlines Group has seen a surge in demand for air travel in the quarter ending December 2023, with particular growth stemming from a rebound in North Asia. This resurgence comes after China, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, and Taiwan fully reopened, leading to a significant 29.4% year-on-year increase in passengers carried by SIA and
Read moreAirAsia announces groundbreaking plan to become world’s foremost low-cost network airline
/SEPANG, 22 February 2024 – In a strategic move likely to reshape the aviation industry, AirAsia today announced its ambition to become the world’s first low-cost network carrier, capitalising on its 22-year history of a multi-hub model across Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and soon, Cambodia. This pioneering initiative was unveiled at RedQ, AirAsia’s corporate
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