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Copa trims network as Boeing delivery delays cut into growth

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Panama's Copa Airlines has cut four destinations from its network and again pushed back fleet growth plans due to a shortage of new jets from Boeing.

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Notice to all readers

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As previously announced, today is the last day of normal publishing on World Airline News. Ad revenue has shrunk under the WordPress’ platform which no longer covers our costs of providing fr…

8h ago

Passengers subdue unruly man attempting to open plane door mid-flight

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Passengers on American Airlines flight AA1915 from Milwaukee to Dallas-Fort Worth (Airbus A319 reg. N9010R) restrained a man with duct tape after he

8h ago

Manufacturing issue prompts FAA to propose 787 stabiliser inspections

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The Federal Aviation Administration intends to require airlines to inspect horizontal stabiliser hardware on Boeing 787s due to components possibly being assembled incorrectly by the company during manufacturing.

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DHL Express and Shell partner to advance sustainable air freight at Brussels Airport

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DHL Express and Shell have signed a 1-year agreement to deliver 25 kilotonnes (kt) of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Brussels Airport via pipeline.

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American Airlines expands boarding technology to more than 100 airports to support customers and team members this holiday season

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American will expand technology to ensure customers can enjoy the benefits of their assigned boarding group Boarding priority is assigned based on several factors, including fare purchase, AAdvanta…

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Lessor LCI acquires AW169 fleet for Canadian EMS operation

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Leading lessor LCI has purchased seven new Leonardo Helicopters AW169 medium-twins through a sale-and-leaseback transaction for operation in British Columbia, Canada on emergency medical services missions.

India Is ‘On Our Radar’ for 2025, Says CEO of Saudi's Flyadeal

10h ago

From skift.com

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Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal could enter the Indian market in the next 12 months. Speaking at the Skift Global Forum East, Steven Greenway said India was "on our radar."

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Alaska Airlines launches new service from West Coast cities to top winter destinations starting today

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Alaska Airlines made this announcement: Starting on November 20, guests can travel between Los Angeles and La Paz, Mexico, solidifying our position as the #1 U.S.-based carrier with …

11h ago

Dark skies as new Cold War era advances

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Heightened tensions between Russia and the West risk plunging the world back into a Cold War-style era of instability, with other malign actors also lining up.

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Ryanair 737 Max crew pushed jet into steep descent after go-around altitude breach

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Ryanair has introduced a 'discontinued approach' procedure after a serious incident at London Stansted during which a Boeing 737 Max 8-200 breached its go-around altitude, leading the crew to push the jet into a steep descent. The aircraft pitched to 17.7° nose-down in instrument conditions,...

Star Alliance Opens its First Airport Lounge in Asia – Where Could be Next?

16h ago

From skift.com

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The world’s largest airline alliance is ramping up the battle for premium travelers. On Thursday, Star Alliance opened its first branded lounge in Guangzhou.

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Deutsche Aircraft reinforces Honeywell ties with D328eco radio selection

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Deutsche Aircraft has selected Honeywell to supply the high-frequency radio system for the under-development D328eco turboprop. The D328eco - a stretched and modernised version of the Dornier 328 - will be fitted with the Primus HF-1050 model. Honeywell previously provided avionics equipment for...

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State-owned airline Nordica files for bankruptcy following failed investment deal

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State-owned airline Nordica and its subsidiary, Xfly, are filing for bankruptcy after a potential investor, Lars Thuesen, withdrew from privatisation

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Embraer targets Chinese E-Jet sales as Brazil and China tighten ties

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Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer is positioning itself to sell more jets to Chinese buyers and work closer with Chinese suppliers, moves coming as Brazil's government tightens ties with China - and US-China relations seem set to further sour.

What Spirit Airlines Could Look Like Post-Bankruptcy

20h ago

From skift.com

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The beleaguered ultra-low-cost carrier filed for bankruptcy this week. Here is what executives are proposing for the airline post-bankruptcy.

21h ago

Vueling flight to Tenerife diverted to Gran Canaria due to medical emergency - Pilots frustrated

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Vueling flight VY3210 from Barcelona to Tenerife North (Airbus A321 registered EC-MQB) was diverted to Gran Canaria this morning due to a medical

22h ago

LEVEL expands Winter 2024-2025 programme with nearly 300,000 seats to the Americas

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LEVEL, the long-haul airline of IAG, will offer nearly 300,000 seats between Barcelona and American destinations for its winter 2024-2025 season, starting

on Sep 6

Photo: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Airbus A321-271NX WL HA-LGL (A6-WZG) (msn 11030) BSL (Paul Bannwarth). Image: 963958.

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Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Airbus A321-271NX WL HA-LGL (A6-WZG) (msn 11030) BSL (Paul Bannwarth). Image: 963958. Copyright Photo: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Airbus A321-271NX WL HA-LGL (A6-WZG) (msn 11030) BSL (Pa…

on Sep 6

A350-1000 operators told to check fuel manifold hoses after Cathay Trent XWB engine fire

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Operators of Airbus A350-1000s have been instructed to conduct inspection of fuel manifold main fuel hoses in the type's Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 powerplants, following a fire incident on a Cathay Pacific aircraft. Cathay examined several A350s after the 2 September occurrence - which resulted...

on Sep 6

Photo: Maersk Air Cargo Boeing 777F OY-MAD (msn 67866) PAE (Nick Dean). Image: 963957.

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Maersk Air Cargo Boeing 777F OY-MAD (msn 67866) PAE (Nick Dean). Image: 963957. Copyright Photo: Maersk Air Cargo Boeing 777F OY-MAD (msn 67866) PAE (Nick Dean). Image: 963957.

on Sep 6

FlyOne announces four new routes from Chisinau for Summer 2025

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FlyOne, a leading low-cost airline in Moldova, is expanding its network with four new international routes from Chisinau starting in Summer 2025. The new

on Sep 6

Allegiant’s chief marketing officer Scott DeAngelo resigns

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Allegiant Travel Company, parent of ultra-low-cost carrier Allegiant Air, has disclosed the resignation of chief marketing officer Scott DeAngelo, effective 30 September.

on Sep 5

Koala Airlines is planning Boeing 737 MAX operations in Australia

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Koala Airlines is a new rebranded airline in Australia based in Melbourne. The rebranded airline is planning to launch domestic services in Australia with Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. In 2019, Koala Ai…

on Sep 5

easyJet flight to Greece diverts after disruptive passenger forces emergency landing in Munich

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easyJet flight U2 8235 from London Gatwick to Kos, Greece, operated by Airbus A320 with registration G-EZUR, was forced to make an emergency landing in

on Sep 5

Boeing pitches latest Chinook variant to Poland

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Boeing formally offered its latest CH-47F Block II heavy-lift helicopter to Warsaw at the International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce.

on Sep 5

American Airlines to return to Scotland next summer

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Edinburgh Airport made this announcement: The daily seasonal route between Edinburgh and Philadelphia will be reinstated next year as American Airlines returns to Scotland. The airline will be back…

on Sep 5

Air India flight to UK makes emergency landing in Moscow due to technical issues; passengers safe

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Air India flight AI113 from Delhi to Birmingham, operated by Boeing 787-8 registered VT-ANP, made an emergency landing at Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport