On December 3, 2024, around 30 Allegiant Air pilots protested outside Des Moines International Airport, demanding improved working conditions and pay. Represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), the pilots have been in federally mandated mediation for two years, …
Turkish Airlines has launched its new route to Sydney, Australia, marking its second destination in the country alongside Melbourne. This expansion is part of the airline’s strategy to enhance its global presence, now totaling 351 destinations. CEO Bilal Ekşi acknowledged …
Air France-KLM Group and Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s national airline, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on November 3, 2024, to enhance aviation cooperation. This agreement, made during the Saudi-French Investment Forum in Riyadh, aims to improve passenger transport and aircraft …
A United Airlines flight to Detroit returned to Newark Liberty International Airport shortly after takeoff on Wednesday due to smoke detected in the cabin. Flight UA3439, operated by Republic Airways, departed at around 4:30 PM and landed safely by 5 …
Qantas has launched festive holiday liveries on two aircraft: the QantasLink Q400 Dash-8, named “Dasher-8,” and a Boeing B737, called “Roo-dolph.” These themed planes aim to enhance the holiday travel experience, with passengers earning double Qantas Points in December 2024. …
Air Canada is launching non-stop flights from Vancouver to Manila starting April 2, 2025, enhancing connectivity between Canada and the Philippines. The initiative celebrates 75 years of diplomatic relations and is part of Air Canada’s strategy to expand in Southeast …
Icelandair has marked a significant milestone by becoming the world’s newest operator of the Airbus A321LR, a departure from its traditional Boeing fleet. The airline received its first leased A321LR on December 3, 2024, and plans to integrate two more …
A recent complaint from a woman in Mauritius highlights the challenges faced by passengers seeking refunds from Vistara Airlines following its merger with Air India on November 12, 2024. Mrs. Reddy, who booked a flight for October 2024, struggled to …
BOC Aviation has signed a lease agreement with TUI for 14 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, enhancing TUI’s fleet with efficient CFM LEAP-1B engines. Deliveries are scheduled between 2025 and 2026, supporting TUI’s expansion across its airlines, including TUI Fly …
South African Airways (SAA) faces a potential strike from the SAA Pilots Association (SAAPA) over wage negotiations, with pilots demanding a 15.7% salary increase, down from an initial 30%. SAA has rejected these demands, citing financial instability and warning that …
