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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

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Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC

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

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Dave Davis Appointed CEO of Spirit Airlines After Bankruptcy

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

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Mongolia Certifies Embraer E-Jets as Hunnu Air Expands Fleet

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

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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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Business Class Test Flight Report: SAS’ Next Evolution

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

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American Airlines to Offer Free Wi-Fi on 90% of Fleet by 2026 American Airlines has reversed its previous decision by announcing plans to provide free Wi-Fi across 90% of its fleet by 2026. This strategic move follows increasing competition in inflight connectivity, as airlines like Delta and Qatar Airways enhance their own onboard Wi-Fi services to improve passenger experience.

2025-04-20T05:41:04.729532-07:00

American Airlines to Offer Free Wi-Fi on 90% of Fleet by 2026

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Delta Flight Attendants' Unionization Efforts Stall Despite Initial Optimism The anticipated union vote for Delta Air Lines flight attendants has encountered delays, with union leaders struggling to gather sufficient support nearly five months after declaring they were close to a breakthrough. This impasse highlights ongoing challenges in labor relations within the airline sector.

2025-04-20T02:50:11.783429-07:00

Delta Flight Attendants' Unionization Efforts Stall Despite Initial Optimism

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Airbus fails to meet A321XLR delivery plan

2025-04-20T02:40:09.670886-07:00

Airbus fails to meet A321XLR d

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Total Linhas Aéreas Expands Fleet with Three New Embraer E190 Aircraft Total Linhas Aéreas has expanded its fleet by adding three new Embraer E190 aircraft, securing registrations for operations from Congonhas Airport. This strategic move allows the airline to increase its capacity and competitiveness in the Brazilian domestic market.

2025-04-19T11:59:56.581402-07:00

Total Linhas Aéreas Expands Fleet with Three New Embraer E190 Aircraft

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Canadian Airlines Shift Focus to Domestic Routes Amid U.S. Travel Decline Canadian airlines are scaling back U.S. flights and expanding domestic routes as changing travel habits shift demand. The trend reflects Canadians' reevaluation of international travel amid geopolitical tensions and tariff impacts, altering strategic operations and emphasizing domestic market opportunities.

2025-04-19T11:48:36.122083-07:00

Canadian Airlines Shift Focus to Domestic Routes Amid U.S. Travel Decline

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China's C909 Jetliner Begins Commercial Flights in Vietnam Amid Rising International Presence China's domestically-built C909 jetliner has commenced commercial service in Vietnam, marking a significant milestone in China's efforts to penetrate the international aerospace market. This integration represents a strategic move as Vietnam evaluates regulatory changes to accommodate more Chinese-made aircraft.

2025-04-19T10:17:03.727886-07:00

China's C909 Jetliner Begins Commercial Flights in Vietnam Amid Rising International Presence

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Nepal Airlines Seeks to Dispose of Idle Chinese Planes Costing Millions Nepal Airlines is looking to return five grounded Chinese aircraft that have been accumulating significant costs, with expenses reaching Rs200 million annually due to insurance and parking fees. This decision highlights the financial burden of underutilized assets amidst operational inefficiencies and market challenges.

2025-04-19T10:16:54.572750-07:00

Nepal Airlines Seeks to Dispose of Idle Chinese Planes Costing Millions