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French Bee Becomes First All-A350 Airline

June 30, 2019 Thomas Pallini

French Bee has become the first airline to operate a fleet comprised entirely of Airbus A350s having taken delivery of its third and final Airbus A350-900 XWB. The airline took delivery of its latest aircraft,

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JetBlue’s First A321neo Arrives in New York

June 30, 2019 Thomas Pallini

For the first time since the arrival of its current generation Airbus A321s, JetBlue Airways has taken delivery of a new aircraft, the Airbus A321neo. A fuel efficient and extended ranged version of the popular

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British Airways Pilots Begin Ballot on Possible Industrial Action Affecting Summer Flights

June 30, 2019 John Flett

The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA), the union which represents roughly 90 percent of British Airways pilots, has commenced balloting its members on possible industrial action over wage negotiations. The move comes after talks between

Planes

Former United 747 Returns to the Skies

June 29, 2019 Jordan Green

In November 2017, United Airlines retired the 747 after 47 years of service. After being retired from revenue service, most of the former flagships of the United fleet made their way to Southern California for

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Airlines Report Nausea-Inducing Cabin Fumes on Airbus’ A330neo

June 29, 2019 Jose Antonio Payet

While Boeing has been under fire for continued problems arising with its next-generation 737 MAX aircraft, the next-generation offerings of its main rival Airbus have been largely free of issue, until now. Operators of the

Airports

Philadelphia Airport Pays Tribute to City as Medical Hub

June 28, 2019 Jordan Green

Philadelphia International Airport last week unveiled a new exhibit celebrating Philadelphia’s history in the field of medicine. The exhibit, located in Terminal A East, gives passengers a look at Philadelphia’s storied history in the medical

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Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines Cooperation Highlights Industry Move Towards Strategic Partnerships

June 28, 2019 Jose Antonio Payet

Building on their current codeshare agreement that includes flights between Singapore and Malaysia, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that would see stronger cooperation between both carriers, including extending

Aircraft Orders and Deliveries

China Airlines Begins Regional and Cargo Fleet Renewal with $2 Billion Order

June 28, 2019 Will Lee

China Airlines’ board of directors has approved the purchase of three Boeing 777 Freighters and 11 Airbus A321neo aircraft. The deal was publicized in a document from the Taiwanese Stock Exchange and the total cost

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Air France Bids ‘Au Revoir’ to Joon

June 27, 2019 Daniel Morley

Air France has ended operations of its short-lived subsidiary Joon. The carrier was created by the French national carrier to compete with low-cost airlines on heavily traveled routes. However, the carrier has been poorly received

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Argentina and U.S. Lift Restrictions on Frequencies and Capacity

June 27, 2019 Pablo Diaz

The United States and Argentina yesterday ratified a new amendment to the bilateral 1985 Air Transport Services Agreement immediately lifting previously established reciprocity restrictions. The new agreement between U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao and

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Aerolíneas Argentinas to Connect Buenos Aires and Orlando Despite Impending Long-Haul Strain

June 27, 2019 Pablo Diaz

Aerolíneas Argentinas on Tuesday announced the opening of a new non-stop route from Buenos Aires to Orlando. What will be only the third route to the United States for the Argentine flag carrier, the new

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Mitsubishi Acquires Canadair Program from Bombardier

June 26, 2019 Jose Antonio Payet

Following the sale of the C Series program to Airbus last year, Bombardier is selling its Canadair regional jet program to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in a deal that includes maintenance and global support facilities from

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American Schedules Last MD-80 Revenue Flight

June 25, 2019 Pablo Diaz

September 4 is going to be a date many of us will remember. That day American Airlines will retire its remaining 26 McDonnell Douglas MD-80 aircraft, ending a 37-year-long flying career. Unveiled by McDonnell Douglas

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Lufthansa’s Eurowings to Focus on Short-Haul, Brussels Airlines Remains Independent

June 25, 2019 Vanni Gibertini

As part of its Capital Market Day in Frankfurt on Monday, the Lufthansa Group provided an update on its financial health, as well as announced several major changes to its corporate strategy. The German flag

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Avianca Brasil’s Operations Suspended by Brazilian Authorities

June 25, 2019 João Machado

Avianca Brasil’s story appears to be approaching its end. Last Friday Brasil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) suspended the airline’s concession of regular air transport operations, which included passenger and cargo flights. According to the

Routes

Delta Set to Expand A220 Route Network

June 24, 2019 Pablo Diaz

Since its introduction, Delta’s Airbus A220-100 fleet has been delivering consistent results, and the number of routes the former Bombardier aircraft is serving is growing rapidly. The carrier is set to expand the A220 operation

Opinions

Opinion: Why Passengers Need to Put a Stop to Airline Fees

June 24, 2019 Parker Davis

A report from USA Today released last week detailed the airlines’ success in continuing to up their revenues from ancillary fees. According to the report, airlines in the first quarter of 2019 earned $1.3 billion

Aircraft Orders and Deliveries

Highlighting the Paris Air Show’s Less Publicized Orders

June 23, 2019 Mateen Kontoravdis

Coming from all corners of the world, the aviation industry meets at Paris-Le Bourget Airport every two years since 1967. For four days, the latest industry advancement is showcased, the newest aircraft perform and manufacturers

Planes

The Airbus A321XLR’s Potential

June 23, 2019 Hemal Gosai

Airbus finally announced the much anticipated Airbus A321XLR at the Paris Air Show this past week. The aircraft is the longest range single-aisle airliner that Airbus has to offer, with a range of 4,700 nautical

Airlines

FAA Prohibits U.S. Carriers from Persian Gulf Airspace, Other Airlines Reroute Aircraft

June 22, 2019 John Flett

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) to all U.S. air carriers, commercial operators and those pilots issued with FAA airman certificates prohibiting overflying the Persian Gulf and Gulf

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Stories

French Bee Becomes First All-A350 Airline

JetBlue’s First A321neo Arrives in New York

British Airways Pilots Begin Ballot on Possible Industrial Action Affecting Summer Flights

Former United 747 Returns to the Skies

Airlines Report Nausea-Inducing Cabin Fumes on Airbus’ A330neo

Philadelphia Airport Pays Tribute to City as Medical Hub

Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines Cooperation Highlights Industry Move Towards Strategic Partnerships

China Airlines Begins Regional and Cargo Fleet Renewal with $2 Billion Order

Air France Bids ‘Au Revoir’ to Joon

Argentina and U.S. Lift Restrictions on Frequencies and Capacity

Aerolíneas Argentinas to Connect Buenos Aires and Orlando Despite Impending Long-Haul Strain

Mitsubishi Acquires Canadair Program from Bombardier

American Schedules Last MD-80 Revenue Flight

Lufthansa’s Eurowings to Focus on Short-Haul, Brussels Airlines Remains Independent

Avianca Brasil’s Operations Suspended by Brazilian Authorities

Delta Set to Expand A220 Route Network

Opinion: Why Passengers Need to Put a Stop to Airline Fees

Highlighting the Paris Air Show’s Less Publicized Orders

The Airbus A321XLR’s Potential

FAA Prohibits U.S. Carriers from Persian Gulf Airspace, Other Airlines Reroute Aircraft

Mandarin Airlines to Launch Charter Flight to Tottori, Japan

Heathrow Passengers Face Summer Disruptions Due to Industrial Action

The Longest Scheduled Routes Operated by Boeing’s 757

Handy Tips for Aussie Frequent Fliers

Vistara Announces Flights to Singapore and New Codeshare Agreements