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Air Astana Starts Direct A321LR Flights from Almaty to Da Nang
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Qantas Launches Engineering Academy in Brisbane
On January 20, 2025, Qantas launched its Engineering Academy in Brisbane, welcoming its first cohort of 30 students to address the rising demand for skilled aircraft engineers. Developed in partnership with Aviation Australia, the academy aims to increase annual engineering apprentices to 150. The curriculum combines classroom learning with hands-on experience, including simulated tasks and mentorship from Qantas engineers. Notably, 25% of the cohort will be female, up from 18% in 2023. Additionally, QantasLink donated a Boeing 717 to enhance training. This initiative supports Qantas’s plans to create 8,500 new operational roles in the coming decade.
United CEO Backs Trump’s New Tariff Policy
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has cautiously supported President Trump’s new tariff policy, which imposes a 10% baseline tariff on imports to stimulate American manufacturing and job creation. Announced as part of Trump’s “Liberation Day” initiative and effective from April 9, 2025, the policy has sparked debate over its economic implications, particularly for the aviation industry. While Kirby praised the job creation goals, he acknowledged potential conflicts with United’s global interests and the risk of increased operational costs. Analysts warn that the tariffs could negatively affect GDP growth and complicate international trade relations, especially with key manufacturing partners.
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airBaltic Debuts 50th Airbus A220-300 with Stunning Livery
airBaltic celebrated the unveiling of its 50th Airbus A220-300 in Mirabel, Canada, marking a significant milestone in its partnership with Airbus. As the launch customer of the A220-300, airBaltic highlights its successful eight-year collaboration, which has driven operational growth. The new aircraft features a vibrant livery inspired by the Latvian flag and elements representing all three Baltic states, designed through a public competition. CEO Martin Gauss emphasized the A220-300’s importance to the airline’s fleet strategy, aiming for 100 aircraft by 2030. The new plane is set to join the fleet in February 2025.