German investor Kuehne boosts stake in Lufthansa to 15%
German logistics entrepreneur Klaus-Michael Kuehne has increased his stake in Lufthansa to 15% from 10%, Lufthansa said late on Wednesday, making him the biggest shareholder in the German flag carrier.…
Japan’s ANA expects to return to profitability this quarter
Japan’s ANA Holdings expects to return to profitability this quarter as demand for air travel recovers, its president, Koji Shibata, said on Thursday. The company is on track to meet…
United, U.S. FAA spar over blame for summer air travel problems
The U.S. aviation system is expected to “remain challenged this summer and beyond” and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) needs more air traffic control staff, a senior United Airlines executive…
What rights do you have if your flight is delayed or cancelled?
Airline strikes, staff shortages and soaring passenger numbers have created a perfect storm for the travel industry. Airline strikes, staff shortages and soaring demand for holidays after lockdown have created…
Brussels Airlines to cancel around 700 flights over summer holiday
The Belgian subsidiary of Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, is cancelling close to 700 flights over the summer holiday period, around 6% of those scheduled, to reduce workload and avoid strikes, the…
Up to eight jets could be leased by Jet Airways before December
The Press Trust of India (PTI), citing industry sources, said that the New Delhi-based airline Jet Airways is in discussions with aircraft makers and lessors about the potential to expand…
Air France negotiating more job cuts -Le Figaro
Air France is negotiating further job cuts with trade unions, Le Figaro reported on Thursday, having already culled thousands of positions through voluntary departures over the past two years. France’s…
IAG converts 14 Airbus options into orders
International Airlines Group said on Thursday it had converted options for 14 A320neo family Airbus jets, announced in 2013, into firm orders for 11 A320neos and three A321neos. The aircraft…