KAMPALA – Uganda Airlines (UR) has been granted approval to begin flights to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Dubai International Airport (DXB). It is anticipated that the nine-hour direct flight service to London will start at 5 times a week, on 28 March, using Airbus A330-800. The flight is expected to arrive in London at …
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The 19 best Airbnbs in Rhode Island, including Providence, Newport, and Block Island
Summary List Placement Dotted with quaint coastal towns and historic sites, Rhode Island is an East Coast gem. One of the least populated states, Rhode Island is especially ideal for a socially distant vacation. We compiled a list of highly-rated and well-located Airbnbs in Rhode Island at a range of prices. Though promising vaccine …
FedEx Integrates TNT, Lays Off up to 6,300 Staff
MIAMI – The acquisition of TNT (3V) by FedEx (FX), approved by the EU Commission, and the integration of its network, has created redundancies both in its operational and administrative personnel. According to Aerotime, such redundancy has pushed the cargo carrier to cut into its workforce by as much as 6,300. This situation arises from …
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LATAM to Convert up to Eight 767s into Freighters
MIAMI – LATAM (LA) has announced that over the next three years, it will convert up to eight Boeing 767s into Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF). The plan, scheduled to take place in two phases, will see the first phase of four confirmed converted aircraft be re-delivered between 2021 and 2022. The second phase is not yet …
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Alitalia to Take off Again with 45 aircraft
LONDON – A renovated Alitalia (AZ) would start with 45 aircraft, hire about 4,500 employees, and receive just over €1bn (US$1.2bn) in state funding. According to the newspaper La Repubblica, Mario Draghi, Italy’s new prime minister, faces a major challenge. To relaunch the company, he must follow the rules set forth by Brussels with less …
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El Al Begins Layoffs Following Loan Agreement
MIAMI – El Al (LY) has begun to brief some 1,600 employees who are in line to be laid off. The layoffs are part of the conditions surrounding LY’s obtaining a state-guaranteed US$300m bank loan. El Al had recorded losses prior to the pandemic. Its base at Tel Aviv-Ben Gurion airport remains closed to non-essential …
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Saudi Arabia Lifts Ban on Boeing 737 MAX
MIAMI – The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia has cleared the way for the Boeing 737 MAX to return to operations in the kingdom, after a ban of nearly two years. Late on Sunday evening, the authority reported that the decision to lift the ban came after close cooperation with the …
Emirates huge economy space deal
Emirates is offering a huge economy space deal with passengers able to purchase two extra spare seats from US$55 to US$165 per seat. These seats will be offered to all Economy Class customers holding a confirmed booking. Customers will not be able to pre-book empty seats, as these are subject to availability. Empty seats will …
Local Florida officials are warning spring breakers to stay away from Miami and ‘go to Vegas’ if they don’t plan on following new rules
Summary List Placement Florida’s beaches have always been a go-to destination for college students on spring break. But this year, a Miami Beach, Florida official is asking spring breakers to instead head to Las Vegas amid concerns of COVID-19 spread from partygoers. “If you are coming here with an anything-goes party attitude, change your flight …
Chase Sapphire Preferred vs Ink Business Preferred: Which Ultimate Rewards card is best for you?
Summary List Placement The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is one of the most popular travel rewards credit cards. The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card is one of the best small-business cards available. Both cards have high welcome bonuses, earn transferable points, and have the same annual fee. Read Insider’s guide to the best Chase credit …
Alaska Airlines Goes to the (737) MAX!
MIAMI – Today, Seattle-based Alaska Airlines (AS) began revenue service with the Boeing 737 MAX 9 (N913AK), nine years after placing its initial order back in 2012. With the flight, AS becomes the first NEW global operator of the MAX following its November 2020 ungrounding by the FAA, as every other airline that has flown …
Jazz Aviation: Sole Operator for Air Canada Express
MIAMI – To fight the effects that COVID-19 has on the airline industry, Air Canada (AC) is concentrating its regional services on a single operator. In today’s press release, AC announced the intention to amend its Capacity Purchase Agreement (CPA) with Jazz Aviation (QK), the property of Chorus Aviation Inc., under which QK operates part …
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Saudia Looks to buying New Aircraft
MIAMI – Saudia (SV) reported it is considering purchasing 70 new Airbus A321 and Boeing 777/787 aircraft. For the order, SV is in talks to raise US$3bn. Airbus Order For Airbus aircraft, SV would like to boost its previous order to 100 of the A320neo family (one signature for 65 with an option for another …
China Eastern signs Order for Five Comac C919
MIAMI – Shanghai-based China Eastern (MU) has signed the order for five COMAC C919, the new aircraft built in China, and a direct competitor of the A320 and Boeing 737. The announcement was made today by COMAC without specifying the value of the agreement. Five C919 to Be Based in Shanghai Pudong The C919 program …
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Rebecca Sharpe: Cathay Pacific’s New Chief Financial Officer
MIAMI – Rebecca Jane Sharpe has officially settled into her role as Cathay Pacific Airways’ (CX) Chief Financial Officer, replacing Martin James Murray. She was officially named to the position on December 15, 2020, when then-Chief Financial Officer Murray announced he would take over as Finance Director at Swire Pacific effective April 2021. Swire is a …
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Today in Aviation: Toronto Pearson Airport’s First Terminal Building
MIAMI – Today in aviation, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) opened its first modern terminal, Aeroquay 1, in 1964. Originally named Malton Airport, YYZ took nearly 20 years to build a modest terminal building to house what was then the most up-to-date aviation technology operated by the Toronto Harbor Commission. The first landing was on …
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Astral Aviation Expands Its Presence in Sharjah, the Middle East
MIAMI – As part of the expansion of its services to the United Arab Emirates, Astral Aviation (8V) has joined forces with Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) Cargo Center to create a hub and increase its penetration on the Middle East cargo market. According to a press release published by the SHJ Authority, SHJ was chosen …
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Deep Dive: How Do Airports Deal With Snow?
VANCOUVER – The world is a very large place with many different climates. Up here in Canada, we are known for our winter weather and in particular snow. Snowfall can halt airport operations and turn runways into slippery and dangerous hazards. So, how do airports and aircraft deal with snow? Let’s explore that, with an …
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REX expands jet network downunder
REX is spreading its wings and launching new jet routes adding Adelaide and the Gold Coast to its network which takes-off today (March 1) between Melbourne and Sydney. The expansion is part of the airline’s plans to connect all capital cities including Perth this year. The additional routes will connect Melbourne with both and Adelaide …
A New Government, a New Future for Alitalia
MIAMI – With the establishment of a new government headed by Prime Minister Mario Draghi, former Central European Bank (BCE) President, a new course has been set for Alitalia’s (AZ) future. According to the Italian newspaper La Repubblica, a source usually well informed on this subject, the Italian PM is setting a different course on …
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Seabourn’s luxury 140-day world cruise that costs at least $67,000 is selling fast — see what the 2023 trip will be like
Summary List Placement Customers are scrambling to book Seabourn’s 2023 world cruise after the luxury cruise line debuted the 140-day trip earlier this month. Seabourn Cruise Line — owned by Carnival — first began accepting bookings for its “2023 World Cruise: Extraordinary Discoveries” on February 12. Since then, the cruise’s penthouse spa and premium suites …
Why an airline executive is excited about Textron Aviation’s new King Air 360, the next generation of a 50-year-old plane
Summary List Placement An aviation fan favorite just got an upgrade. Textron Aviation is continuing the legacy of the iconic Beechcraft King Air family of aircraft and debuted its latest iteration in August. Starting at $7.9 million, the King Air 360 features advanced onboard systems aimed at easing the flying experience. “The Beechcraft King Air …
Venice’s world-famous ‘streets of water’ left dry after dramatic low tides drained its canals
Summary List Placement Low tides have left Venice’s canals dry, with water levels dropping to -18 inches from a 19 inch average, months after heavy flooding. The city is currently meant to be experiencing the season of ‘acqua alta’, Italian for ‘high water’ which occurs from October to March. However, local reports described the tides …
Icelandair Flies to Antarctica
MIAMI – Icelandair (FI) flew a Boeing 767-300ER on a special trip to the Troll Research Station (AT27) in Antarctica after a brief stop on Cape Town (CPT) for refueling. The purpose of such a bizarre and unusual flight was to transport Norwegian researchers from South Africa to Antarctica, as well as to pick others …
GAMA Publishes Year-End Shipment, Billing Report
MIAMI – The General Aviation Manufacturers Association’s (GAMA) year-end general aviation aircraft billing and shipments report showed a decrease in aircraft delivery value of US$4.5bn, reflecting the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the aviation industry. The report outlined a slight decline in the total piston aircraft delivery, while the deliveries of turboprops, commercial jets and helicopters …
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An average Airbnb host can make up to $10,000 a year, the company’s CEO said
Summary List Placement Airbnb hosts range from school teachers to healthcare professionals, with the average person making under $10,000 a year, said Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky during an interview aired Saturday on Yahoo Finance. The company, which currently has four million hosts worldwide as of September 2020, is working on ways to facilitate its host …
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Boeing Produces the Last 787 from Its Everett Plant
MIAMI – Boeing has today produced its last 787 Dreamliner destined for ANA, number 1095, from its Everett plant. It will be moved at 10 pm tonight local time. After 16 years of production, the Boeing 787 line will be moved entirely to the Charleston site, where most of the Boeing 787s have been produced …
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