Airlines

Turkish Airlines expands it’s network in Africa

Turkish Airlines’ Africa network now encompasses 48 destinations in 31 countries with the additions of these destinations.  Already having the most comprehensive airline network, Turkish Airlines brings yet another destinations in Africa online. Port Louis and Antananarivo, the capitals and the largest cities of Mauritius and Madagascar are joining the network on December 15th. Beginning ... <a title="Turkish Airlines expands it’s network in Africa" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/turkish-airlines-expands-it-s-network-in-africa/" aria-label="Read more about Turkish Airlines expands it’s network in Africa">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 1 min read

Virgin America to acquire 10 new A321neos

Virgin America today announces it has agreed to acquire 10 new state-of-the-art Airbus A321neo aircraft, which are up to 20 percent more fuel and carbon efficient than the airline’s current fleet and which will help further reduce operating unit costs and increase revenue opportunities. The 10 new A321neos (short for New Engine Option), which provide the best seat-mile ... <a title="Virgin America to acquire 10 new A321neos" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/virgin-america-to-acquire-10-new-a321neos/" aria-label="Read more about Virgin America to acquire 10 new A321neos">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 15, 2015 · 4 min read

flydubai and Visit Russia sign agreement to promote Russia in the Middle East

Dubai-based flydubai signed an agreement with the Russian Federal State Unitary Enterprise “Visit Russia” to promote Russian destinations in the Middle East. This highlights the airline’s commitment to the Russian market. The agreement was signed by the Acting Director of Visit Russia, Yulia Mokhova, and Senior Vice President Commercial (UAE, EU, ME, CIS) at flydubai, ... <a title="flydubai and Visit Russia sign agreement to promote Russia in the Middle East" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/flydubai-and-visit-russia-sign-agreement-to-promote-russia-in-the-middle-east/" aria-label="Read more about flydubai and Visit Russia sign agreement to promote Russia in the Middle East">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 14, 2015 · 2 min read

Jacky Simmonds to join easyJet as Group People Director

easyJet has announced that it has appointed Jacky Simmonds as Group People Director and that she will join the airline on 4 January 2016. Prior to this appointment Jacky was TUI Group’s Global Human Resources Director, having worked for TUI for fifteen years. She is also a non-Executive Director of Wolseley PLC where she is ... <a title="Jacky Simmonds to join easyJet as Group People Director" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/europe/jacky-simmonds-to-join-easyjet-as-group-people-director/" aria-label="Read more about Jacky Simmonds to join easyJet as Group People Director">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 14, 2015 · 1 min read

Jet Airways to launch daily flights to Amsterdam from Mumbai, Delhi and Toronto

Jet Airways has announced the launch of daily non-stop services between India and Amsterdam, its new European gateway.  With effect from March 27, 2016, Jet Airways will operate two daily non-stop flights to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, one each from its home hubs in Mumbai and New Delhi. Jet Airways will also operate a daily flight ... <a title="Jet Airways to launch daily flights to Amsterdam from Mumbai, Delhi and Toronto" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/asia/jet-airways-to-launch-daily-flights-to-amsterdam-from-mumbai-delhi-and-toronto/" aria-label="Read more about Jet Airways to launch daily flights to Amsterdam from Mumbai, Delhi and Toronto">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 14, 2015 · 4 min read

Emirates expands network in China

Emirates today announced that it will expand its services in mainland China with four weekly flights to Yinchuan (INC) and Zhengzhou (CGO) utilising a Boeing 777-200LR aircraft, starting from 3rd May 2016. These services will offer new international connectivity for two of China’s fastest growing cities, and expand Emirates’ destination offering on the mainland to ... <a title="Emirates expands network in China" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/emirates-expands-network-in-china/" aria-label="Read more about Emirates expands network in China">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 14, 2015 · 3 min read

Fiji Airways appoints new Chairman and Director

Fiji Airways Group shareholders today announced changes to the company’s Board of Directors following its Annual General Meeting, with a new Chairman and Director appointed. Incumbent Chairman Mr. Nalin Patel and Director Mr. Stefan Pichler were both farewelled by the shareholders, and replaced on the Board by Mr. Rajesh Punja, Director of the Punja Group ... <a title="Fiji Airways appoints new Chairman and Director" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/pacific-and-oceania/fiji-airways-appoints-new-chairman-and-director/" aria-label="Read more about Fiji Airways appoints new Chairman and Director">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 14, 2015 · 2 min read

European backing for critical aviation safety investment in Malawi

The European Investment Bank has agreed to support the EUR 44 million (30 billion Malawi Kwacha) investment programme to improve aviation safety at the two main airports in the landlocked southern African state of Malawi. A EUR 21 million (14 billion Malawi Kwacha) loan from Europe’s long-term lending institution was formally agreed in Lilongwe today ... <a title="European backing for critical aviation safety investment in Malawi" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/africa/european-backing-for-critical-aviation-safety-investment-in-malawi/" aria-label="Read more about European backing for critical aviation safety investment in Malawi">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 12, 2015 · 4 min read

Canadian North announces resumption of afternoon departures and codesharing on Ottawa – Iqaluit route

December 12, 2015 Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Canadian North announced that on Monday, January 11, 2016, it will resume afternoon departures and codeshare flights with First Air on its Ottawa – Iqaluit route. As a result of these changes, Canadian North customers will be able to choose between ... <a title="Canadian North announces resumption of afternoon departures and codesharing on Ottawa – Iqaluit route" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/canadian-north-announces-resumption-of-afternoon-departures-and-codesharing-on-ottawa-iqaluit-route/" aria-label="Read more about Canadian North announces resumption of afternoon departures and codesharing on Ottawa – Iqaluit route">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 12, 2015 · 2 min read

Copa Airlines adds Belize City to its route network

December 12, 2015 Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Copa Airlines today began direct flights from Belize to Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, connecting the city with destinations throughout the American continent. The day was a historic occasion in the history of Panama and Belize, marking the first time ... <a title="Copa Airlines adds Belize City to its route network" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/north-america/copa-airlines-adds-belize-city-to-its-route-network/" aria-label="Read more about Copa Airlines adds Belize City to its route network">Read more</a>

AT Staff Dec 12, 2015 · 2 min read