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Ryanair November Traffic Increases by 11% to 13 Million Passengers

Ryanair reported an 11% growth in passenger traffic for November 2024, reaching 13 million passengers, compared to 11.7 million in November 2023. The increase highlights sustained growth as the airline navigates the Winter 2024/25 season.

2024-12-03T03:09:55.895890-08:00

Skift

Saudia Targets 7.5 Million Indian Travelers by 2030 Amid Fierce Competition

2024-12-03T20:07:47.791016-08:00

Australian Aviation

ATSB Report Details Failures in Rex Saab Evacuation Incident

2024-12-03T22:21:46.527300-08:00

PaxEx.Aero

Delta Air Lines Sees 75% of Domestic First Class Seats Sold as Paid Premiums

2024-12-03T06:19:10.105180-08:00

Hype Analysis

Riyadh Air: Saudi Arabia's New National Carrier Prepares for Launch Amid Regional Competition

October 15, 2024 - A report on Riyadh Air's development, outlining key milestones and future prospects as Saudi Arabia's new national carrier approaches its 2025 launch. Read More.

The 2024 CrowdStrike Outage: Unveiling the Aviation Industry's Cyber Vulnerabilities

October 9, 2024 - Examining the 2024 CrowdStrike outage that disrupted global airlines, revealing aviation's cybersecurity vulnerabilities and prompting industry-wide respon Read More.

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Australian Aviation

ATSB Report Details Failures in Rex Saab Evacuation Incident An ATSB investigation into the Rex Saab VH-ZRK evacuation on April 5, 2022 revealed several procedural errors. The incident caused minor injuries and highlighted issues as some passengers left with baggage, contradicting emergency protocols.

2024-12-03T22:21:46.527300-08:00

ATSB Report Details Failures in Rex Saab Evacuation Incident

Skift

Saudia Targets 7.5 Million Indian Travelers by 2030 Amid Fierce Competition Saudia plans to significantly expand its operations in India, aiming to transport 7.5 million passengers by 2030. The airline faces intense competition from both Indian and other Middle Eastern carriers as it seeks to enhance direct connectivity to Saudi Arabia and beyond.

2024-12-03T20:07:47.791016-08:00

Saudia Targets 7.5 Million Indian Travelers by 2030 Amid Fierce Competition

Aviation Source

Cathay Pacific Increases Christchurch Capacity by 88% Cathay Pacific has announced a significant capacity increase on its Christchurch route, expanding seat availability by 88% compared to last year's schedule. This strategic move reflects the airline's efforts to accommodate rising passenger demand during its seasonal operations.

2024-12-03T18:55:38.905028-08:00

Cathay Pacific Increases Christchurch Capacity by 88%

Aviation Source

British Airways Launches Engineering Cadet Program in New York British Airways has partnered with the Aviation Institute of Maintenance to open applications for its Engineering Cadet Scheme in New York, providing aspiring aviation engineers with new training opportunities. This initiative aims to expand the talent pipeline by offering practical skills and hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance.

2024-12-03T18:10:20.455503-08:00

British Airways Launches Engineering Cadet Program in New York

Aviation Week

Turkish Airlines CFO Details Fleet Strategy Amid 777X Delays Murat Seker, Turkish Airlines CFO, discusses the carrier's fleet expansion strategy and challenges due to Boeing 777X delays. Insights were shared during Turkish Airlines' inaugural flight from Istanbul to Sydney via Kuala Lumpur.

2024-12-03T17:24:34.991597-08:00

Turkish Airlines CFO Details Fleet Strategy Amid 777X Delays

Aviation Source

Saudia and Air France-KLM Expand MRO Capabilities with Strategic MOU Saudia and Air France-KLM have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to significantly enhance and localize Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul capabilities, marking a strategic collaboration in aviation maintenance. This partnership aims to boost operational efficiency and technical expertise within the airline sector.

2024-12-03T16:14:22.407370-08:00

Saudia and Air France-KLM Expand MRO Capabilities with Strategic MOU

Reuters

Biden's Clean Fuel Tax Credit Guidelines Delayed Until After January The Biden administration will not finalize guidelines for new clean fuel tax credits before January, affecting both the airline and biofuel industries. This delay raises uncertainties regarding the future of a significant component of the President's climate strategy.

2024-12-03T15:18:07.459607-08:00

Biden's Clean Fuel Tax Credit Guidelines Delayed Until After January

Aviation Week

United Airlines to Expand IAD with $580M Concourse E Investment United Airlines and MWAA revealed plans for the 435,000 sq ft, 14-gate Concourse E at Washington Dulles International, enhancing international services and improving passenger facilities. The expanded concourse, opening in late 2026, aims to bolster United's competitive position in the mid-Atlantic region.

2024-12-03T14:39:49.806200-08:00

United Airlines to Expand IAD with $580M Concourse E Investment