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Virgin Atlantic Partners with Joby for UK eVTOL Air Taxi Services

Virgin Atlantic has teamed up with Joby Aviation to launch electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi services in the UK. The partnership builds on a collaboration with Delta Air Lines and aims to provide rapid, zero-emission transport between key locations, starting with Heathrow and Manchester Airport.

2025-03-15T18:16:09.562621-07:00

Reuters

FAA Enforces Permanent Helicopter Ban Near DCA After Fatal Collision

2025-03-14T09:09:37.753984-07:00

denvergazette.com

American Airlines 737-800 Engine Fire at Denver: 12 Hospitalized

2025-03-13T18:21:02.177758-07:00

FlightGlobal

Aegean Airlines Expands Airbus Order by Eight A321neos

2025-03-14T06:43:43.228869-07:00

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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Virgin Atlantic Partners with Joby for UK eVTOL Air Taxi Services Virgin Atlantic has teamed up with Joby Aviation to launch electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi services in the UK. The partnership builds on a collaboration with Delta Air Lines and aims to provide rapid, zero-emission transport between key locations, starting with Heathrow and Manchester Airport.

2025-03-15T18:16:09.562621-07:00

Virgin Atlantic Partners with Joby for UK eVTOL Air Taxi Services

Fox Weather

Aircraft Takes Off Amid Tornado Warning at St. Louis Airport A tornado warning was in effect as an aircraft was captured taking off from St. Louis Airport. Severe weather conditions impacted the region late Friday night, creating potentially hazardous aviation conditions.

2025-03-15T12:39:34.124755-07:00

Aircraft Takes Off Amid Tornado Warning at St. Louis Airport

Bloomberg

Ethiopia and AfDB Initiate $7.8B Project for Africa's Largest Airport Ethiopian Airlines Group and the African Development Bank have announced a joint venture to construct a new airport in Ethiopia. The project, valued at $7.8 billion, aims to establish the largest airport in Africa, significantly enhancing the region's aviation infrastructure.

2025-03-15T12:09:53.742012-07:00

Ethiopia and AfDB Initiate $7.8B Project for Africa's Largest Airport

deccanherald.com

Maldivian to Launch Direct Flights Between Bengaluru and Hanimaadhoo in May 2025 Maldivian is set to enhance connectivity to the northern Maldives through its new direct service linking Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport with Hanimaadhoo International Airport, with flights commencing in May 2025. This expansion highlights Maldivian's strategic growth in the regional aviation market.

2025-03-15T09:19:45.173172-07:00

Maldivian to Launch Direct Flights Between Bengaluru and Hanimaadhoo in May 2025

thebulkheadseat.com

Breeze Airways to Retire Embraer E195 Fleet by April 7th Breeze Airways, recognized for its low-cost, point-to-point services, will remove the Embraer E195 from its fleet by April 7th. The decision signals a strategic shift as Breeze focuses on operational efficiency and fleet optimization in underserved markets.

2025-03-15T09:07:36.164153-07:00

Breeze Airways to Retire Embraer E195 Fleet by April 7th

Dallas Morning News

Southwest Airlines Abandons Iconic 'Bags Fly Free' Policy Southwest Airlines, headquartered in Dallas, has announced the termination of its long-standing 'bags fly free' policy. This move signifies a strategic pivot as the airline aligns its policies with industry standards to remain competitive amidst evolving market dynamics.

2025-03-15T07:47:40.906876-07:00

Southwest Airlines Abandons Iconic 'Bags Fly Free' Policy

Airways Magazine

PIA A320 Lands Safely Despite Missing Wheel; Investigation Underway A Pakistan International Airlines A320 flight from Karachi to Lahore successfully landed despite a missing rear wheel. The wheel was located at Karachi Airport, prompting an investigation into whether it detached mid-flight or was never installed. Authorities are exploring possible causes, including theft.

2025-03-15T07:33:04.079811-07:00

PIA A320 Lands Safely Despite Missing Wheel; Investigation Underway

Air Data News

Global Southern Airlines Concludes A380 Transition Global Southern Airlines has completed the transition of its Airbus A380 9H-GLOBL, marking the end of its association with China Southern Airlines. The lengthy process underscores the complexities involved in reassigning aircraft identities and roles in the highly regulated aviation industry.

2025-03-15T04:59:24.064335-07:00

Global Southern Airlines Concludes A380 Transition