Airlink Takes Over Routes Abandoned by South African Airways
Airlink recently secured traffic rights to operate daily direct flights to Luanda, Angola. It will commence this service after 29 February.
SAS Announces New Route Between Stockholm and Warsaw
The new SAS route will operate twice daily on weekdays, with a peak timetable suitable for business travelers, as well as once on Sundays.
Kenya Airways and Alitalia Expand Codeshare Partnership
Kenya Airways has signed with Alitalia an enhanced codeshare agreement creating additional connectivity to the networks of the two airlines.
Etihad Aviation Training Secures European Approval to Train Boeing 777 and 787 Pilots
Etihad Aviation Training has become the first aviation company in the Middle East to gain approval from the EASA to train Boeing 777 and 787 pilots
SA Express Appeals Judgment Placing Company in Business Rescue
Regional airline SA Express said it is in receipt of the court judgment placing the company in business rescue.
Air Namibia Stops Flying to Luanda
Air Namibia, the national airline of the Republic of Namibia, will suspend its flight service between Windhoek and Luanda, effective February 9, 2020.
Regional Express Raises Official Complaint About Qantas
Regional Express has raised a complaint to the ACCC, claiming that Qantas’ is dumping excessive capacity on routes that are already extremely marginal.
Originair Adds Service Between Nelson and Wellington
Nelson Tasman-based airline Originair has added a Nelson-Wellington route to its offering in response to passenger demand.
Spanish Air Force Orders 24 Pilatus PC-21 Aircraft
The Spanish Air Force, Ejército del Aire, is the third European air force to opt for the Swiss-produced PC-21, the Next Generation Trainer.
NASA Orders Three Airbus H135 Helicopters
NASA will use the aircraft for security during rocket launches, emergency medical services and qualified personnel transport.