On January 8, 2025, an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 veered off a taxiway at Ted Stevens International Airport in Anchorage during a maintenance procedure, resulting in minor damage. The incident occurred at 1:43 PM with no passengers on board and …
The aviation industry is seeing a decline in large passenger aircraft, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to the retirement of iconic models like the Airbus A380 and Boeing 747. However, several large jets remain operational. In 2025, the …
The UAE is set to launch its first flying air taxi station, the Dubai International Vertiport (DXV), in 2026, marking a significant advancement in urban transportation. Located near Dubai International Airport, this facility is part of a broader initiative led …
Delta Air Lines has partnered with Airbus to advance aviation technologies, celebrating its centenary during CES 2025. This collaboration, part of Delta’s ‘UpNext’ program, focuses on sustainable aviation through innovation labs, improved wing performance, and enhanced fuel efficiency. A key …
As travel demand increases, EL AL Israel and Ryanair are expanding their flight schedules between Europe and Israel for Summer 2025. Following temporary suspensions by major carriers due to heightened Middle Eastern tensions, both airlines are enhancing operations to meet …
Riyadh Air is set to receive its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in mid-2025, enhancing its operational capabilities as it prepares for commercial launch. This leased aircraft will serve as a technical spare and support crew training. The Dreamliner, featuring a …
The Lufthansa Group plans to hire 10,000 new employees in 2025 as part of its ‘Turnaround’ efficiency program, aimed at recovering from financial setbacks due to industrial disputes over the past two years. This recruitment follows the addition of 13,000 …
Since its privatization in 2022, Air India has seen significant changes, including a merger with Vistara and a major aircraft order. The airline currently employs about 2,000 pilots and offers competitive salaries across ranks. Trainee pilots earn approximately INR 50,000 …
STARLUX Airlines has expanded its cargo fleet by ordering five additional Airbus A350F freighters, doubling its previous order from February 2024. The ten A350F freighters, operated by STARLUX Cargo, will enhance the airline’s capability to service major freight routes globally. …
A food poisoning outbreak on Cathay Pacific flight CX640 from Kathmandu to Hong Kong has affected fifteen passengers, who experienced severe symptoms after their in-flight meal on January 9. This follows a previous incident on January 8, where ten passengers …
