Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s flag carrier, recently faced criticism for reducing pilot salaries after a drinking incident led to a flight delay. JAL operates a fleet of 91 aircraft, connecting 146 destinations worldwide. First officers earn between ¥1 million and …
Japan Airlines executives will face pay cuts due to a serious incident involving two pilots testing above the alcohol limit, which delayed flight JL 774 for over three hours on December 1, 2024. President Mitsuko Tottori and Chairperson Yuji Akasaka …
Japan Airlines faces scrutiny as senior executives, including President Mitsuko Tottori and Chairperson Yuji Akasaka, face 30% salary cuts following an alcohol-related incident involving two pilots in December 2024. The flight from Melbourne to Tokyo was delayed over three hours …
Japan Airlines (JAL) is enhancing fuel efficiency and sustainability by applying a riblet-shaped coating on its B787-9 aircraft for long-haul flights. Developed in collaboration with JAXA, O-Well, and Nikon, the riblet design mimics shark skin to reduce water resistance and …
Japan Airlines has announced an extensive network expansion and fleet modernization for its summer 2025 schedule, including the launch of a new Tokyo Narita-Chicago route on May 31, 2025, enhancing connections between North America and Asia. The airline will also …
Japan Airlines is pioneering fuel efficiency with a riblet-shaped coating on its Boeing 787-9 aircraft, developed in partnership with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Orwell. Inspired by shark skin, this coating reduces surface friction and drag, potentially cutting …
Japan Airlines (JAL) is retiring its Boeing 777-300ER from its Tokyo Haneda to London Heathrow route, effective January 2, 2025, ending nearly two decades of service since its introduction in 2004. The airline is transitioning to the Airbus A350-1000, with …
Japan Airlines (JAL) experienced significant operational disruptions on December 26 due to a cyberattack targeting its network equipment, coinciding with the peak winter travel season. This incident caused ticket sales to be suspended and widespread flight delays, affecting numerous passengers. …
Two pilots from Japan Airlines (JAL) were suspended after testing above the alcohol limit before Flight JL774 from Melbourne to Tokyo on December 1, 2024. Captain A, 59, and Captain B, 56, both experienced pilots, conducted breath tests revealing elevated …
Japan Airlines (JAL) and JAL Engineering have received the “IT Award (Open Innovation Area)” from the Japan Institute of Information Technology for their innovative aircraft maintenance solutions, marking their third win in this category. The 2024 awards highlight JAL’s commitment …
