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JSX expands Santa Monica service with new nonstop flights to Oakland starting in September

Electric aviation demonstrations launch in Hawaiʻi: BETA Technologies & Surf Air Mobility with Hawaiian Airlines support

Surf Air Mobility and BETA Technologies launched an electric aircraft demonstration program in Hawaiʻi, with Hawaiian Airlines, providing support in key areas, such as sharing insights on Hawaiʻi cargo and passenger routes, participating in feasibility assessments, and supporting local stakehol...

De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines

De Havilland Canada announced the delivery of the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline.The aircraft will support Ethiopian Airlines’ efforts to expand regional connectivity and provide access to remote communities, tourism destina...

United accelerates Starlink Wi-Fi rollout with first widebody transatlantic flight

United is accelerating the rollout of fast, free Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus members as United flight 14 is set to depart Newark/New York for London this evening aboard a Boeing 777-200, marking the airline's first transatlantic widebody customer flight equipped with Starlink and the first of nearly 60 United widebody aircraft expected to have Starlink this year. United expects to have its...

AZAL adds fourth modern Airbus A320neo to its fleet

Azerbaijan Airlines expanded its fleet with another state-of-the-art Airbus A320neo aircraft. The introduction of the new aircraft is aimed at providing passengers with more comfortable and modern travel experience. The Airspace cabin offers a more spacious interior, specially designed seats, and larger overhead baggage compartments, enhancing passenger comfort. The aircraft is also equipped...

A new era of luxury: Etihad’s celebrated A380 debuts in Tokyo

Etihad Airways celebrated the inaugural flight of its iconic Airbus A380 to Japan, which touched down at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport on 18 June. The arrival marks a landmark moment for the airline, with the renowned double-decker now operating daily between the two capitals. The aircraft brings expanded capacity on the route alongside an elevated premium offering. Featuring fou...

dnata plates up full Air China Group portfolio in Singapore with Air Macau addition

dnata Catering & Retail Singapore commenced inflight catering services for Air Macau at Singapore Changi Airport, further expanding its long-standing partnership with the Air China Group. Under the new agreement, dnata will support Air Macau’s daily operations in Singapore, producing an estimated 54,000 meals annually across business and economy cabins. With the addition of Air M...

Australia to the World, non-stop: Qantas launch history-making flights to London

Qantas will launch its world-first non-stop services between Sydney and London from October 2027, the first time the Kangaroo Route has ever been flown without stops from Australia's east coast. This announcement comes as the national carrier unveiled its first Airbus A350-1000ULR in Qantas livery at Airbus’ manufacturing facility in Toulouse, the result of years of development to c...

United celebrates America with custom 250th anniversary livery and military pilot hiring program milestone

United unveiled a new specialty "Stars and Stripes" livery that celebrates the nation's 250th anniversary and announced a milestone to the airline's United Military Pilot Program, an initiative that provides currently serving active-duty U.S. military pilots access to a conditional job offer with the airline much earlier than they were previously afforded. Since 2024,...

Riyadh Air launches first domestic service to Jeddah

Riyadh Air officially launched its domestic operations to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah. The milestone marked a significant step in the airline’s network expansion from Riyadh as its inaugural flight took off from Kind Khalid International Airport (RUH) at 9:00 AM and was scheduled to land at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) at 10:50 AM. The flight...

Kraków and Palma de Mallorca are now on the map: Etihad Airways lands in two of Europe's most beloved destinations

Etihad Airways announced the launch of two new European routes this June: direct services to Kraków, and Palma de Mallorca. These additions mark a significant milestone in Etihad’s expanding European network and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s role as one of the world’s most connected destinations. Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer at Etihad Airways stated: &quo...

easyJet marks its 100th NEO delivery in Hamburg

easyJet took delivery of its 100th A320neo Family aircraft in Hamburg, underscoring the airline’s continued commitment to modernising its fleet and improving operational efficiency. The milestone aircraft, built by Airbus, joins easyJet’s all-Airbus fleet, which now totals 359 aircraft. The addition reflects the airline’s ongoing transition towards newer, more fuel-efficient...

airBaltic recognized for best Wi-Fi in Europe by APEX

airBaltic has been awarded Best Wi-Fi in Europe for 2026 by APEX – one of the world’s largest international airline associations. The award is based on passenger ratings from over one million flights across more than 600 airlines worldwide. This marks the fourth APEX award received by airBaltic. In 2023, the airline was awarded the APEX...

Azorra places additional firm order for 15 Embraer E195-E2

Embraer and Azorra have signed an additional firm order for 15 E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for 15 additional jets, further strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two companies. With this new agreement, Azorra’s total firm E2 orders increase from 39 to 54 aircraft, reinforcing growing demand and confidence in small narrowbody aircraft. This marks the third increase...

Boosting East Frisian Island connectivity - Inselflieger takes delivery of its second Tecnam P2012 STOL

FLN FRISIA-Luftverkehr GmbH Norddeich (Inselflieger) took delivery of its secondTecnam P2012 STOL aircraft. This acquisition is direct result of the outstanding operational success and passenger satisfaction achieved following the delivery of their first P2012 STOL in April 2025. Inselflieger, the region’s largest provider of air services, transports approximately ju...

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