Skies Busier Than Ever, Airlines Lift Profit Forecasts on Travel Surge
The global airline industry is experiencing a welcome surge in travel demand, prompting a significant upward revision of profit forecasts for 2024. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), a key…
Airbus and Saudia Group Sign Major Deal to Bolster Kingdom’s Aviation Ambitions
In a landmark deal announced at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Airbus and Saudia Group, the parent company of the Kingdom’s national carrier Saudia and budget airline…
Emirates A380 Departs Manchester After Engine Incident Grounds It for Days
An Emirates A380 superjumbo that suffered an engine incident at Manchester Airport (MAN) has finally taken flight after a period of repairs. The incident, which occurred on Friday, May 10th,…
Lufthansa’s Acquisition of ITA Stalls as EU Demands Stronger Concessions
European Union antitrust regulators are poised to block Lufthansa’s bid to acquire a stake in Italian airline ITA unless the German carrier offers significantly improved remedies to address concerns about…
FAA Puts Brakes on United Airlines Expansion Plans
In a move that could impact the airline’s growth strategy, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on Thursday that it has not approved any recent requests from United Airlines to…
Qatar Airways Expands African Footprint with Upcoming Southern Investment
Qatar Airways is poised to make a strategic move into southern Africa, with CEO Badr Mohammed Al Meer announcing an imminent equity investment in a yet-to-be-named airline in the region.…
Skies Friendly: US Airlines Gear Up for Busiest Summer Ever
Get ready for crowded airports and packed flights! This summer, US airlines are predicting a record-breaking travel season, with a whopping 6.3% increase in passengers compared to 2023. Airlines for…
Major U.S. Airlines Challenge Biden Administration’s Fee Disclosure Rule in Court
Major U.S. airlines are suing the U.S. Transportation Department over a new rule requiring upfront disclosure of airline fees, marking the latest clash between air carriers and the Biden administration.…
Lufthansa Waits Longer, Boeing 777-9 Delivery Pushed Back to 2026
Lufthansa braces for a longer wait as Boeing‘s 777-9 delivery faces another pushback. The German airline giant now expects to receive its first widebody 777-9 in 2026, a significant delay…