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Riyadh Air Unveils Boeing 787-9 Cabins Ahead of 2025 Launch

Riyadh Air plans to start operations in late 2025, initially receiving two Boeing 787-9s by year's end. The airline has revealed its cabin designs, promising an innovative and luxurious passenger experience blending Saudi heritage with advanced technology.

2025-04-19T05:04:18.063998-07:00

The Air Current

Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC

2025-04-17T05:32:21.779193-07:00

Wall Street Journal

Dave Davis Appointed CEO of Spirit Airlines After Bankruptcy

2025-04-17T06:09:38.970016-07:00

AeroTime

Mongolia Certifies Embraer E-Jets as Hunnu Air Expands Fleet

2025-04-17T06:08:32.317379-07:00

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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Reuters

Malaysia Airlines Eyes Boeing Delivery Slots amid China-US Trade Tensions Malaysia Airlines is in discussions to acquire Boeing delivery slots left open by Chinese airlines, which have halted new orders amidst escalating US-China trade tensions. This strategic move could strengthen Malaysia Airlines' fleet capabilities amid Boeing's challenges in the Chinese market.

2025-04-20T21:37:10.899676-07:00

Malaysia Airlines Eyes Boeing Delivery Slots amid China-US Trade Tensions

CNN

Oita Airport Rebrands as Hello Kitty Hub for Expo 2025 Oita's main airport on Kyushu Island has rebranded as the Oita Hello Kitty Airport, aimed at attracting Hello Kitty fans and tourists. This move is part of a larger promotional strategy leading up to the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, highlighting Japan's cultural and aviation innovation.

2025-04-20T19:53:16.761588-07:00

Oita Airport Rebrands as Hello Kitty Hub for Expo 2025

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K-Aviation Urges Swift Action on US Air Permit South Korean airline K-Aviation is pressing the US Department of Transportation for the expedited issue of a United States Foreign Air Carrier Permit. This request marks a strategic move for K-Aviation to enhance its presence in the competitive US aviation market.

2025-04-20T16:02:30.076732-07:00

K-Aviation Urges Swift Action on US Air Permit

Travel Radar

Loch Lomond Seaplanes Closure Surprises Industry: Implications for Regional Tourism Loch Lomond Seaplanes abruptly ceased operations on April 11, 2025, after nearly 20 years, leaving ticket holders and industry observers in uncertainty. The sudden shutdown raises questions about the company's recent sustainability commitments and impacts the regional tourism sector that relied on its services.

2025-04-20T15:28:26.556655-07:00

Loch Lomond Seaplanes Closure Surprises Industry: Implications for Regional Tourism

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

American Airlines Overcomes Legal Hurdle in 'Toxic Uniform' Lawsuit A protracted eight-year lawsuit against American Airlines by a group of flight attendants over allegedly 'toxic uniforms' has been dealt a decisive blow. An Illinois court granted a summary judgment favoring both the airline and the uniform maker, Twin Hill, marking a significant legal victory.

2025-04-20T11:41:04.674532-07:00

American Airlines Overcomes Legal Hurdle in 'Toxic Uniform' Lawsuit

Airways Magazine

Business Class Test Flight Report: SAS’ Next Evolution

2025-04-20T07:11:32.192163-07:00

Business Class Test Flight Rep

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Frontier Airlines Flight Attendant Sues Passenger for Inflight Assault In a rare legal move, a Frontier Airlines flight attendant has filed a lawsuit against a passenger for alleged assault during a flight. This follows a surge in reports of passenger misconduct, underlining the increasing strain on flight crew in managing inflight disturbances.

2025-04-20T06:34:29.110043-07:00

Frontier Airlines Flight Attendant Sues Passenger for Inflight Assault

AeroTime

Malaysia Airlines Reveals Manchester United-themed Airbus A330neo Livery Malaysia Airlines has unveiled a special Manchester United-themed livery on its new Airbus A330neo, announced at the MATTA Fair 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. This co-branding initiative aims to leverage global football fandom to enhance brand visibility and strengthen the airline's marketing strategy.

2025-04-20T06:00:25.951071-07:00

Malaysia Airlines Reveals Manchester United-themed Airbus A330neo Livery