Airlines

Thai’s first A350 XWB takes to the skies

The first A350 XWB for Thai Airways International has completed its maiden flight over the skies of South West France. The aircraft bearing the airline’s distinctive livery will now enter the final phase of production, including further ground and flight tests. Altogether, Thai will acquire a total of 12 A350-900s with four on direct order and ... <a title="Thai’s first A350 XWB takes to the skies" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/asia/thais-first-a350-xwb-takes-skies/" aria-label="Read more about Thai’s first A350 XWB takes to the skies">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 1 min read

Turkish Airlines fires personnel after failed coup

Turkey’s state-run Turkish Airlines fired more than 100 employees, including management and cabin crew, as part of a purge at state institutions to root out supporters of an abortive coup, Turkish media reported on Monday. The dismissals at the national carrier occurred late on Sunday after it was determined the employees were linked to a ... <a title="Turkish Airlines fires personnel after failed coup" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/turkish-airlines-fires-personnel-failed-coup/" aria-label="Read more about Turkish Airlines fires personnel after failed coup">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 1 min read

The Government of Tanzania orders Two Q400 Turboprops

Bombardier announced today that the Government of Tanzania has signed a firm purchase agreement for two Q400 turboprop airliners.

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 2 min read

US-Mexico Air Transport Agreement Goes Into Effect

On Friday, July 22, 2016, the United States and Mexico exchanged diplomatic notes to bring the new Air Transport Agreement into force. This landmark Agreement with one of the US largest aviation partners will significantly increase future trade and travel between the United States and Mexico. “Our success is the result of four years of ... <a title="US-Mexico Air Transport Agreement Goes Into Effect" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/us-mexico-air-transport-agreement-goes-effect/" aria-label="Read more about US-Mexico Air Transport Agreement Goes Into Effect">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 1 min read

AirTanker Programme Reaches 10,000th Flight

The AirTanker programme has accomplished its 10,000th flight since the first Voyager took to the skies in April 2012 operating for the Royal Air Force. The AirTanker programme has accomplished its 10,000th flight since the first Voyager took to the skies in April 2012 operating for the Royal Air Force. Following the arrival of the final ... <a title="AirTanker Programme Reaches 10,000th Flight" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/airtanker-programme-reaches-10000th-flight/" aria-label="Read more about AirTanker Programme Reaches 10,000th Flight">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 2 min read

Virgin America Shareholders Vote To Approve Merger Agreement With Alaska Air Group

Virgin America announced that the merger with Alaska Air Group was approved by an affirmative vote of the holders of a majority of the outstanding shares of Virgin America voting common stock.

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 1 min read

Alaska Airlines donates nearly $150,000 to nonprofits in Alaska, Hawaii and Washington

The Alaska Airlines Foundation has awarded $145,000 in grants to 12 nonprofit organizations throughout the states of Alaska, Hawaii and Washington. This is the first time the Alaska Airlines Foundation is adding a mid-year grant to complement its traditional end of year cycle. For nearly 20 years, the Alaska Airlines Foundation has distributed cash grants ... <a title="Alaska Airlines donates nearly $150,000 to nonprofits in Alaska, Hawaii and Washington" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/alaska-airlines-donates-nearly-150000-nonprofits-alaska-hawaii-washington/" aria-label="Read more about Alaska Airlines donates nearly $150,000 to nonprofits in Alaska, Hawaii and Washington">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 2 min read

Xiamen Airlines touches down in Canada for the first time

Today, Vancouver International Airport celebrated the inaugural flight of Xiamen Airlines to North America. The new year-round, non-stop, Boeing 787 service will operate three times weekly between YVR and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN). “We’re delighted to welcome Xiamen Airlines as our fifth airline from Mainland China,” said Craig Richmond, President and CEO, Vancouver Airport ... <a title="Xiamen Airlines touches down in Canada for the first time" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/asia/xiamen-airlines-touches-canada-first-time/" aria-label="Read more about Xiamen Airlines touches down in Canada for the first time">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 3 min read

Baltia Air Lines Signs Agreement With CP Capital Securities

Baltia Air Lines announced today that it has signed an agreement with CP Capital Securities to serve as financial advisors and to provide innovative financial solutions to Baltia Air Lines in order for Baltia to continue with FAA Air Carrier Certification and to secure aircraft. Per the terms of the agreement CP Capital Securities shall advise and assist Baltia in negotiating the ... <a title="Baltia Air Lines Signs Agreement With CP Capital Securities" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/baltia-air-lines-signs-agreement-cp-capital-securities/" aria-label="Read more about Baltia Air Lines Signs Agreement With CP Capital Securities">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 1 min read

Boeing Debuts 737 MAX Flight Demonstration Video

Boeing today released the 2016 737 MAX Flight Demonstration video at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh. The video highlights the MAX’s handling characteristics, short field takeoff capability and high-banking turns. The video was captured in Moses Lake, Wash., as Capts. Mike Bryan, Greg McCann and Chris Dobb, Boeing test pilots, practiced the flight demonstration performed at ... <a title="Boeing Debuts 737 MAX Flight Demonstration Video" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/boeing-debuts-737-max-flight-demonstration-video/" aria-label="Read more about Boeing Debuts 737 MAX Flight Demonstration Video">Read more</a>

AT Staff Jul 26, 2016 · 1 min read