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Aviation Week
• William Moore
Aviation Week reports: This week’s Carbon Analysis focuses on a selection of Star Alliance airlines, namely, Avianca, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines and United Airlines.
Singapore Airlines is offering $10,000 to passengers with minor injuries and $25,000 to those with more serious injuries following extreme turbulence on flight SQ321 last month.
The strategic Memorandum of Understanding strengthens cooperation between Riyadh Air and EgyptAir, enhancing connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Egypt by offering passengers more destination options.
The merger of Air India and Vistara has received approval from the National Company Law Tribunal, positioning Air India as the largest international carrier in India. The merger is expected to be completed within nine months.
Avianca, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, and United Airlines show varied carbon emissions, reflecting different strategies and challenges within the Star Alliance.
Singapore Airlines is offering $10,000 to passengers with minor injuries and $25,000 to those with more serious injuries following extreme turbulence on flight SQ321 last month.
The strategic Memorandum of Understanding strengthens cooperation between Riyadh Air and EgyptAir, enhancing connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Egypt by offering passengers more destination options.
The merger of Air India and Vistara has received approval from the National Company Law Tribunal, positioning Air India as the largest international carrier in India. The merger is expected to be completed within nine months.
Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines have announced a partnership to promote and implement Sustainable Aviation Fuel, aiming to boost its use across Asia.
Founded in 2011 as a Singapore Airlines subsidiary, Scoot has become a leading player in the global low-cost long-haul segment over the past 12 years, reflecting its success and impact on the aviation industry.
The MoU outlines the exploration of commercial cooperation opportunities, including codeshare agreements and reciprocal frequent flyer benefits, aiming to strengthen market presence in Asia.
Starting October 27, Air Canada will begin new non-stop flights from Toronto to Mumbai, increasing capacity by 40% for the Winter 2024-25 season.
Sir Tim Clark expressed frustration over the prolonged delay in the 777-9 deliveries as Boeing prioritizes the 737 Max. The timeline for these deliveries remains unclear.
Emirates enhances its turbulence detection with IATA's Turbulence Aware Platform, integrating data with Lufthansa's Lido mPilot program to boost navigation capabilities.
Preliminary findings indicate an uncommanded altitude and airspeed increase preceded rapid g-force changes causing multiple injuries aboard the Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER.
Singapore Airlines Flight 321 experienced severe turbulence over Myanmar airspace, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. The incident underscores a 55% increase in severe turbulence since 1979, raising renewed focus on flight safety protocols.
Nearly a week after experiencing severe turbulence, thirty-four Singapore Airlines passengers remain hospitalized in Bangkok, highlighting the incident's impact.
Emergency services responded at Dublin Airport after severe turbulence on a Qatar Airways 787 injured 12 passengers and crew. The incident underscores ongoing safety challenges in turbulent conditions.
Five days after making an emergency landing in Bangkok due to severe turbulence, the Singapore Airlines aircraft operating flight SQ321 has returned to Singapore.
Forty-three passengers remain hospitalized in Bangkok following severe turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight four days ago.
Severe turbulence incidents have risen by 50% in the North Atlantic, prompting the need for airlines to adapt safety measures in response to climate change.
Following the fatal incident on flight SQ321, Singapore Airlines has instituted new measures, suspending both meal and hot beverage services when the seat belt sign is illuminated due to in-flight turbulence.
A passenger on Singapore Airlines was killed during severe turbulence. Pilots and safety experts recommend using seat belts at all times and following crew instructions to mitigate risks during turbulence incidents.
A Singapore Airlines 777 from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, resulting in one fatality and 30 injuries before an emergency landing in Bangkok.
Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines have signed new agreements to bolster their cooperation with potential revenue-sharing structures and improved frequent flyer program benefits.
Driven by strong demand and operational efficiency, Singapore Airlines reached the highest net profit in its history at $2.67 billion. Employee bonuses will reflect this success.
Despite delays faced by other operators, Singapore Airlines is on track to receive its first Boeing 777-9 in late 2025.
Singapore Airlines will increase its China capacity this year despite lagging air travel demand from the region. A visa-free scheme for Chinese citizens to the Asian hub is aiding seat occupancy, according to CEO's statement.
The Singapore Airlines Group has announced that merging Air India and Vistara will enhance its multi-hub strategy and maintain its position in India's expanding aviation market.
Singapore Airlines posted its highest annual profit, driven by robust air travel demand. The profit of 2.675 billion Singapore dollars was attributed to the reopening of borders in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Taiwan.
The integration process, uniting Singapore Airlines' and Tata Group's joint venture Vistara with Air India, is set to consolidate their operations into a singular full-service carrier by year-end.
Scoot, Singapore Airlines Ltd.'s budget arm, confronts significant operational challenges with numerous flight cancellations attributed to a pervasive parts shortage.
In a pioneering movement for aviation sustainability, Singapore Airlines Group partners with Neste, marking Changi Airport's first direct SAF supply, aiming to significantly slash greenhouse emissions.
Strengthening its regional connectivity, Singapore Airlines' subsidiary Scoot has received its second Embraer E190-E2 aircraft, bolstering its PaxEx offerings.