Airlines

AirBridgeCargo continues strong 2015 growth with 27% year-on-year tonnage gain in November

AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) growth continued in November with 27% upswing in cargo carried compared to the same month a year ago.  Latest November figures show that ABC transported over 50,000 tonnes across its global network serving Europe, North America and Asia Pacific with overall results for the first 11 months of 2015 being 20% up ... <a title="AirBridgeCargo continues strong 2015 growth with 27% year-on-year tonnage gain in November" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/airbridgecargo-continues-strong-2015-growth-with-27-year-on-year-tonnage-gain-in-november/" aria-label="Read more about AirBridgeCargo continues strong 2015 growth with 27% year-on-year tonnage gain in November">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 3 min read

Airbus starts Beluga XL production

The first cut of the Beluga XL MSN001 rear fuselage has been successfully achieved in Spain, paving the way for the final assembly to begin in early 2017. MSN001 will be the first Beluga XL to fly. The rear fuselage, produced by Aernnova, will be the first part to be delivered to the Beluga Final ... <a title="Airbus starts Beluga XL production" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/airbus-starts-beluga-xl-production/" aria-label="Read more about Airbus starts Beluga XL production">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 1 min read

Emirates forges further ties with Latin American countries

Emirates airline’s senior executives hosted a high level delegation from Central and Latin American countries on an official visit to Emirates’ Headquarters as part of a one-day Commercial Summit on 17 December, 2015. The official visit and subsequent meetings aimed to examine mutually beneficial opportunities to enhance relationships, and further stimulate trade and leisure traffic ... <a title="Emirates forges further ties with Latin American countries" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/emirates-forges-further-ties-with-latin-american-countries/" aria-label="Read more about Emirates forges further ties with Latin American countries">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 2 min read

Hainan Airlines expands nonstop service to U.S. West Coast with Los Angeles-Changsha route

Hainan Airlines today announced it will launch the only nonstop service from LAX to inland China on January 21, 2016. Hainan will connect passengers to Changsha, capital of Hunan Province, a metropolis of over 7 million people famous for its world-renowned cuisine and rich history. The new route is part of Hainan’s large-scale expansion in North ... <a title="Hainan Airlines expands nonstop service to U.S. West Coast with Los Angeles-Changsha route" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/asia/hainan-airlines-expands-nonstop-service-to-u-s-west-coast-with-los-angeles-changsha-route/" aria-label="Read more about Hainan Airlines expands nonstop service to U.S. West Coast with Los Angeles-Changsha route">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 2 min read

IAG converts 15 A320neo options into firm orders

International Airlines Group (IAG) has firmed up options for a further 15 A320neos. “IAG and its airlines are one of Airbus’ most prestigious and loyal customers with fleets and orders covering the full range of our products,” said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer – Customers. “IAG is one of the biggest customers for Airbus single ... <a title="IAG converts 15 A320neo options into firm orders" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/iag-converts-15-a320neo-options-into-firm-orders/" aria-label="Read more about IAG converts 15 A320neo options into firm orders">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 1 min read

JetBlue adds new service to Puerto Rico from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, and continues Baltimore growth

JetBlue today announced it is adding a new route between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Rafael Hernández Airport (BQN) in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. The airline will also add additional frequencies in Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, its South Florida focus city, and at Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, where JetBlue is the largest airline.  The new ... <a title="JetBlue adds new service to Puerto Rico from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, and continues Baltimore growth" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/jetblue-adds-new-service-to-puerto-rico-from-fort-lauderdale-hollywood-and-continues-baltimore-growth/" aria-label="Read more about JetBlue adds new service to Puerto Rico from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, and continues Baltimore growth">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 2 min read

Kuwait Airways welcomes A350 XWB

In a special ceremony organized at the Amiri Airport Terminal, Kuwait Airways officials welcomed the demonstration flight of the Airbus A350 XWB, which have made its first visit to Kuwait in November 2015.  On the occasion, during the inaugural address, Kuwait Airways Chairperson & Managing Director- Mrs. Rasha Abdulaziz Al-Roumi stated that the event represents ... <a title="Kuwait Airways welcomes A350 XWB" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/kuwait-airways-welcomes-a350-xwb/" aria-label="Read more about Kuwait Airways welcomes A350 XWB">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 1 min read

WestJet Encore pilots approve five-year agreement

WestJet Encore announced today its pilots have voted in favour of a new agreement with 93 per cent of eligible pilots voting. The tentative agreement was negotiated between WestJet Encore and the WestJet Pilots’ Association (WJPA), the association representing its pilots. Voting on the agreement began on December 12, 2015 and ended December 20, 2015. ... <a title="WestJet Encore pilots approve five-year agreement" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/westjet-encore-pilots-approve-five-year-agreement/" aria-label="Read more about WestJet Encore pilots approve five-year agreement">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 1 min read

Wizz Air starts operating Bucharest – Glasgow route

Wizz Air last week started operating its first low fare flights on the Bucharest – Glasgow service. The celebratory flights on Friday were welcoming Bucharest passengers with Scottish bagpipe artist and a delicious cake. The new route is operated two times per week on Mondays and Fridays in the winter season, and on Tuesdays and ... <a title="Wizz Air starts operating Bucharest – Glasgow route" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/wizz-air-starts-operating-bucharest-glasgow-route/" aria-label="Read more about Wizz Air starts operating Bucharest – Glasgow route">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 21, 2015 · 1 min read

Public Service Obligations – a highly relevant topic for both large and small countries

In highly competitive aviation markets, it is no secret that airlines prefer to operate on routes with sufficient and sustainable demand, and that airports are more willing to be served by larger aircraft. In this situation, small regional airports with low traffic potential face a dilemma: they were built to provide the connection with the ... <a title="Public Service Obligations – a highly relevant topic for both large and small countries" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/public-service-obligations-a-highly-relevant-topic-for-both-large-and-small-countries/" aria-label="Read more about Public Service Obligations – a highly relevant topic for both large and small countries">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 19, 2015 · 3 min read