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WestJet Reports Major Shift as Canadians Bypass US for Caribbean and European Travel

Airline sees 15-20% decline in US bookings while expanding transatlantic capacity by 27% to meet surging European demand WestJet Airlines is witnessing a significant transformation in Canadian travel…

Radu Balas17 Jun 2025Industry

Air India Flight 171: First Fatal Dreamliner Crash Claims 241 Lives in Ahmedabad
Boeing 787-8 aircraft crashes minutes after takeoff, marking the first fatal accident involving the Dreamliner since commercial service began in 2011 Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner…
Radu Balas16 Jun 2025Industry
Amsterdam Schiphol Expands to 440 Routes Despite Regulatory Headwinds
Europe's fourth-busiest airport maintains network growth while navigating noise restrictions and environmental challenges threatening future operations Amsterdam Schiphol Airport has achieved a…
Radu Balas14 Jun 2025Industry
American Airlines Deploys Premium-Configured 787-9 Dreamliner on Dallas-Auckland Route
Carrier expands trans-Pacific premium capacity with 244-seat aircraft featuring flagship suites and enhanced economy offerings starting January 2026 American Airlines is set to enhance its…
Radu Balas13 Jun 2025Industry
Baltimore-Washington International Faces Carrier Exodus as Six Airlines Depart in 18 Months
BWI's airline portfolio shrinks despite Southwest's dominant presence, raising questions about the airport's competitive positioning Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)…
Radu Balas12 Jun 2025Industry
United Airlines Set for JFK Return Through Strategic "Blue Sky" Alliance with JetBlue
Airlines announce slot-swap agreement enabling United's comeback to New York's premier international gateway in 2027 United Airlines is preparing to return to John F. Kennedy International Airport…
Radu Balas30 May 2025Industry
Gulfstream G700 Achieves 50-Delivery Milestone in Record Time
Gulfstream Aerospace has achieved a significant production milestone, delivering its 50th G700 ultra-long-range business jet just 13 months after the aircraft entered service in April 2024. The latest…
Radu Balas22 May 2025Industry
SIA Engineering Extends Service Agreement with Parent Firm Singapore Airlines
In a significant development for Singapore's aviation maintenance sector, SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) has renewed and substantially expanded its services agreement with parent company Singapore…
Radu Balas21 May 2025Industry
Flying Engineer in 2026: a new site, the same address
In May 2025 we wrote that Flying Engineer would move to a new domain. It didn't. Here is what changed instead: a rebuilt site, a bigger directory and a lot more attention from AI assistants.
Radu Balas16 May 2025The Flying Engineer
Boeing Secures Landmark $96 Billion Deal with Qatar Airways Amid Recovery Push
A Game-Changing Order for Boeing's Future In a landmark agreement that could reshape Boeing's trajectory, Qatar Airways has signed a monumental deal to purchase up to 210 commercial jets worth an…
Radu Balas15 May 2025Industry
UN Aviation Body Holds Russia Responsible for MH17 Downing
On 12 May 2025 the ICAO Council found Russia responsible for shooting down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014, breaching the Chicago Convention.
Radu Balas13 May 2025Industry
Aer Lingus Launches Flights from Dublin to Indianapolis
Dublin, Ireland – Aer Lingus (EI/EIN) has officially launched its newest transatlantic route, connecting Dublin Airport (DUB/EIDW) to Indianapolis, Indiana. This historic service marks Europe’s only…
Marius Stefan5 May 2025Company news
American Airlines Celebrates Milestone with Special Gift for First Baby Born on May 1st
American Airlines has made an extraordinary gesture to commemorate the arrival of its first baby born on May 1st, offering the lucky family a gift of 100,000 frequent flyer miles. This heartwarming…
Marius Stefan29 Apr 2025Industry
Aer Lingus Regional Launches Summer Route Connecting Cornwall and Dublin
Emerald Airlines has officially launched its seasonal summer route connecting Cornwall Airport Newquay (NQY/EGHQ) to Dublin, Ireland, marking a significant boost for regional travel and tourism. The…
Marius Stefan28 Apr 2025Company news
FAA Raises Alarm Over Persistently High Laser Strikes on Aircraft
Despite years of public awareness campaigns and law enforcement efforts, laser strikes on aircraft remain alarmingly high, prompting renewed concern from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).…
Marius Stefan28 Mar 2025Industry
U.S. Air Force Overhauls Pilot Training Again To Increase Pace
The U.S. Air Force has announced a major overhaul of its undergraduate pilot training system, aiming to accelerate the pipeline for new aviators and better meet evolving operational demands. The…
Marius Stefan27 Mar 2025Industry
Alaska sets target date for launch of Seattle-to-Seoul route
Alaska Airlines has officially announced a launch date for its highly anticipated nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea.…
Marius Stefan26 Mar 2025Industry
Aegean Airlines Confirms New Airbus A321neo Deal
Aegean Airlines, Greece's largest carrier, has announced a firm order for eight additional Airbus A321neo aircraft, expanding its total commitment to 58 A320neo family aircraft. This strategic move…
Marius Stefan25 Mar 2025Industry
Investigators Identify High Sink Rate as Key Factor in Toronto CRJ-900 Crash
Toronto, March 21, 2025 - Canadian investigators have revealed a dangerously high sink rate as a critical factor in last month's catastrophic crash of a CRJ-900 regional jet at Toronto Pearson…
Marius Stefan24 Mar 2025Industry
Heathrow Airport Shutdown: Key Details on the Air Traffic Control Crisis
London Heathrow Airport, one of the busiest aviation hubs in the world, has been temporarily closed following a major technical failure in its air traffic control systems. The unprecedented shutdown…
Marius Stefan21 Mar 2025Industry
American Airlines CEO Meets Trump on Air Traffic Control Modernization
After the January 2025 midair collision near Reagan National Airport, American Airlines CEO Robert Isom met President Trump about air traffic control upgrades. This page covers what followed.
Radu Balas17 Feb 2025Industry
JetSetGo Partners with SkyDrive and Eve Air Mobility for Urban Air Mobility in India
At the January 2025 Bharat Mobility show, JetSetGo signed with SkyDrive for up to 50 eVTOLs and with Eve Air Mobility for urban air traffic management software.
Marius Stefan24 Jan 2025Company news
DGCA Collaborates with ICAO and Global Authorities on Advanced Air Mobility
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is actively working with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and other civil aviation bodies to advance the regulatory framework for…
Marius Stefan23 Jan 2025Industry
Air India Express Increases Baggage Allowance for Middle East and Singapore Flights
Air India Express has unveiled an exciting update to its baggage policy, now offering an enhanced checked-in baggage allowance for passengers flying to the Middle East and Singapore. The airline has…
Marius Stefan22 Jan 2025Industry
EASA's Push for Common Standards in Electronic Licensing
EASA has proposed EU rules for electronic personnel licences so pilots and other aviation staff can show licences on a phone. Here is how it works and what is still pending.
Marius Stefan21 Jan 2025Industry

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