Blue Islands adds larger ATR 72 aircraft to Jersey base
Blue Islands has launched a new 68-seat ATR 72 aircraft into its fleet, adding additional 60,000 seats per year to the airline’s capacity and the second one to be painted in Flybe livery.
Europe
Norwegian to launch flights from Manchester to Gran Canaria and Tenerife
Low-cost airline Norwegian is launching its busiest ever winter with brand new low-cost flights from Manchester to Gran Canaria and Tenerife this wee
Finnair wet leases Airbus A340 from Hi Fly
Finnair will wet lease an Airbus A340 aircraft and crew from Hi Fly for a period of 2 months to accommodate pilot trainings that are necessary to secure the airline’s growing operations in summer 2017 and beyond.
Tamara Christ Appointed the New Chief Legal Officer of Austrian Airlines
Tamara Maria Christ (34) will assume the position of Head of Legal Affairs & Compliance of Austrian Airlines as of December 1, 2016.
Flybe’s new Dublin route offers increased connectivity to North America
A new Dublin route will add extra US destinations for passengers from the region connecting via the Irish airport.
Turkish Airlines appoints Mr. Bilal Ekşi as the General Manager
Turkish Airlines Group General Manager and Vice Chairman of the Executive Board Mr. Temel Kotil has resigned from his duty as of October 21, 2016.
Airbus explores a new cabin innovation for passengers with limited mobility
Making the freedom of flight possible is one of Airbus’ core values – a main reason why the company is working with wheelchair users to find an innovative lavatory solution for those with limited mobility.
Widerøe launches major expansion of direct routes to Lofoten and Helgeland
From April 2017, Widerøe will commence direct flights between Avinor Oslo Airport and Lofoten and inner Helgeland.
Iberia to Offer New Premium Economy Class on 37 of its Long-haul Aircraft
Iberia unveiled today its new, extra-comfortable Premium Economy cabin, to be available on 37 of its long-haul aircraft, starting during the summer season of 2017.
KLM adds more flights to Buenos Aires
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will increase the number of flights between Amsterdam and Buenos Aires to five a week.