The airline will be offering 12 weekly connections between Munich and Berlin-Schönefeld. Transavia is the first in Munich based airline to offer domestic German low cost flights from Bavaria’s metropolis. The flights start on May 30, 2016. “Low cost offers for flights between Munich and Berlin are not available so far, direct flights from Munich … Read more
In an effort to improve its profitability, achieve a more efficient capital structure and reducing the current levels of indebtedness, Avianca Holdings reached an agreement with Airbus to reduce the number of aircraft deliveries scheduled for 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. The agreement with the European aircraft manufacturer represents a CapEx reduction of approximately USD1.4 … Read more
Cayman Airways has received approval from the Cayman Islands Government to proceed with its Fleet Modernization Plan. This plan will commence in the fourth quarter of this year and will see the airline’s current fleet of 122-seat Boeing 737-300 aircraft fully retired and replaced with new Boeing 737-8Max aircraft, by 2020. “This government is delighted … Read more
Cebu Pacific will add a frequency between Manila, Philippines and Doha, Qatar beginning July 9, 2016. Cebu Pacific is the only Philippine carrier flying non-stop between these two cities. Cebu Pacific’s additional flight between Manila and Doha will operate every Saturday, increasing its services to three times a week. The new flight will depart Manila … Read more
Emirates has underscored its commitment to China with the launch of a new service from Dubai to Yinchuan and Zhengzhou, two of the fastest growing cities in Midwest China. This service expands Emirates’ destination offering on the mainland to five, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed … Read more
Etihad Regional, operated by Darwin Airline, will continue its successful connection between Geneva and Ibiza throughout autumn and winter. Etihad Regional, the leading Swiss regional airline based in Lugano, has released its Geneva – Ibiza Winter schedule ahead of time, announcing that, due to the success of this destination during summer, the Geneva – Ibiza … Read more
Icelandair this week entered into service the first of two Boeing 767s, with the second scheduled to begin departures on May 15, 2016. With a capacity of 262 passengers, the newest members of Icelandair’s fleet allows for an increase of up to 44% in available seats on select routes. The new wide-body jets have undergone … Read more
Air Niugini announced the appointment of Mr Bruce Alabaster as the new General Manager of its subsidiary company, Link PNG. The Chairman of Air Niugini and Link PNG, Sir Frederick Reiher, welcomed the new General Manager today. He said with Mr Alabaster’s 25 years experience in the aviation industry, the board and management are confident … Read more
Air Mauritius is expanding its network by launching direct flights to Maputo and Dar es Salaam on 04th and 06th May 2016 respectively. These flights will use the Mauritian hub to feed the Air Corridor that links Mauritius and Singapore. Air Mauritius will have a total of 26 weekly flights to Africa following the addition … Read more
Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, today reported its fourth year of profitability in a row, with net profits of USD2.1 million in 2015, on revenues of USD 105.4 million. Audited by KPMG, these financial statements also reflect growth in passenger traffic and strong cargo volumes. A total of 522,873 passengers … Read more