Livery of the Week: New Pacific Airlines
New Pacific Airlines – formerly Northern Pacific Airlines — unveiled the modern livery design for its Boeing 757 fleet in 2022.
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Pilot Swap: easyJet, Virgin Atlantic Launch New Exchange Program
Pilots from the European low-cost-carrier will be able to gain experience in the right seat of a Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350.
Turkish Airlines Flight Hit by Severe Turbulence, Causes Injuries
A Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Taipei encountered severe turbulence, injuring several passengers and crew members.
EASA Orders ‘Precautionary’ A350 Engine Inspections
The European aviation regulator is planning to issue an order requiring operators to inspect Airbus A350 engines following a recent engine fire incident.
American Adds Five Long-Haul Routes
On Thursday, the Fort Worth-based airline announced the new services, which are all slated to begin in the Summer 2025 season.
Sharkskin System Used to Reduce Drag of 777 Cargo Jets
Freighter airlines are using a new coating that mimics the structure of a shark’s skin to reduce aerodynamic drag and fuel consumption.
Lufthansa Commences Munich-Johannesburg Service
Lufthansa launched its inaugural flight between Munich and Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport earlier this week.
Gabon Launches New National Airline
On Aug. 31, 2024, Gabon’s newly established national airline, Fly Gabon, launched operations with its inaugural flight from Libreville to Port-Gentil.
Activist Investor Now Owns 10% of Southwest, Can Call Special Meeting
Elliott Investment Management now owns 10% of Southwest’s common stock and can call a special meeting at the carrier, according to a Reuters report on Monday.
Denmark Revokes Nuuk Airport’s Security Authorization
With less than two month until Nuuk’s new longer runway opens for service, Denmark has pulled the airport’s security authorization.
