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Icelandair Introduces A321LR with Astrova IFE, Ending Boeing Exclusivity

Icelandair has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321LR, marking the end of its all-Boeing fleet status. The aircraft features Panasonic Avionics' Astrova IFE system, becoming the first to do so globally. Three additional A321LRs are expected by summer 2025.

2024-12-03T07:33:16.263753-08:00

Aviation Week

United's $580M Concourse Expansion to Boost IAD Operations

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

Reuters

Frontier Airlines to Introduce First-Class Seating and Companion Pass in 2025

2024-12-03T05:35:45.928177-08:00

Reuters

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

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

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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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's $580M Concourse Expansion to Boost IAD Operations United Airlines, alongside MWAA, has detailed plans for a 435,000-square-foot, 14-gate Concourse E at Washington Dulles. This $580 million expansion aims to transform passenger experience and significantly enhance United's international service capacity by late 2026.

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

United's $580M Concourse Expansion to Boost IAD Operations

Aviation Week

Airlines Lag in Sustainable Aviation Fuel Commitment, Study Finds A new study highlights that 87% of airlines are falling short in transitioning to truly sustainable aviation fuels. With the imminent enforcement of the ReFuelEU SAF mandate, efforts by European airlines come under scrutiny by NGO Transport & Environment.

2024-12-03T11:43:08.782258-08:00

Airlines Lag in Sustainable Aviation Fuel Commitment, Study Finds

Aviation Source

Air France-KLM Expands in Saudi Arabia with Paris-Riyadh Service Launch Air France-KLM announces new Paris-Riyadh flights beginning in summer 2025, expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia. This move is supported by the Saudi Air Connectivity Program and aligns with Transavia's imminent service launches to Jeddah from Paris-Orly and Lyon, enhancing tourism and connectivity.

2024-12-03T10:48:41.776203-08:00

Air France-KLM Expands in Saudi Arabia with Paris-Riyadh Service Launch

Aviation Week

Theresa Condor Appointed CEO of Spire Global Amid Leadership Overhaul Theresa Condor has been elevated to CEO at Spire Global as the company seeks stability in the space sector. The restructuring includes new executive appointments to navigate recent industry challenges and drive growth initiatives.

2024-12-03T09:38:14.297057-08:00

Theresa Condor Appointed CEO of Spire Global Amid Leadership Overhaul

CNBC

Neeleman Discusses Future of Low-Cost Carriers and Market Share Shifts JetBlue founder David Neeleman addresses the potential for growth of low-cost carriers amidst existing competition and market dynamics as legacy airlines face challenges in maintaining their dominance. He also evaluates JetBlue's strategic position within this evolving airline landscape.

2024-12-03T09:11:41.956165-08:00

Neeleman Discusses Future of Low-Cost Carriers and Market Share Shifts

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Delta Declines Return of Russian Stowaway from Paris to US Delta Air Lines has refused to transport a 57-year-old Russian woman, who stowed away on a flight from JFK to Paris, back to the United States. She managed to bypass security checks and board the flight without a ticket, raising security concerns.

2024-12-03T08:51:44.257298-08:00

Delta Declines Return of Russian Stowaway from Paris to US

Aviation Week

EgyptAir Plans Fleet Expansion to 125 Aircraft by 2029 EgyptAir's five-year strategy aims to significantly increase its fleet size through leasing and potential new orders. The national carrier's expansion plan seeks to capitalize on market growth within the region and improve its competitive edge globally.

2024-12-03T08:44:19.803201-08:00

EgyptAir Plans Fleet Expansion to 125 Aircraft by 2029