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DALLAS – As one of the most global airlines out there, besides being able to connect the east to the west, Qatar Airways (QR) has something big coming its way—the FIFA World Cup 2022. In just 72 days, the world’s largest sporting event is to commence across the state of Qatar, and for QR, the …
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DALLAS – Airbus confirmed that it had canceled all of Qatar Airways’ (QR) outstanding A350 orders, upping the stakes in its legal and safety dispute with the Gulf carrier. A representative for Airbus said, that the European airframe confirmed that it had cleared the backlog of 19 QR A350s. The infrequent order cancellation was disclosed …
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DALLAS – In response to a dispute over increased fees and a new flight tax, Ryanair (FR) has threatened to remove its aircraft from a Brussels airport (BRU). On Wednesday, chief executive Michael O’Leary made the announcement during a news conference in the Belgian capital. The CEO said that FR will take its two planes …
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JetBlue will continue its relationship with Qatar Airways. Photo: Qatar Airways. DALLAS – New York-based JetBlue (B6) and Dubai-based Emirates (EK) are to end their partnership ahead of a rumoured tie-up between the latter and United Airlines (UA). The alliance, first announced on July 1, 2012, will cease on October 30, 2012. After this date, …
Launched in 2012 Vietjet is one of the great rising stars in the Asia/Pacific region set records wherever it operates. It is now the largest airline in Vietnam and since it started operating has carried 120 million passengers in perfect safety. Vietjet currently operates more than 500 flights per day, flying to most domestic destinations …
DALLAS – With the first deliveries anticipated as early as 2026, United Airlines (UA) has announced a US$15m investment in Eve Air Mobility and a conditional purchase agreement for 200 four-seat electric aircraft plus 200 options. This represents yet another large investment by United in eVTOLs, sometimes known as flying taxis, which have the potential …
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An updated and refined study into the disappearance of MH370 suggests that the pilot Captain Zaharie Shah may have been disoriented possibly caused by hypoxia. The study’s co-author aerospace engineer Richard Godfrey said in a statement the following: “We have presented evidence [in the new report] that there was an active pilot until the end …
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DALLAS – Today in Aviation, Russian carrier KD Avia (KD) ceased operations in 2009 due to ongoing financial difficulties and the inability to secure additional funding. The airline had been struggling for some years, blaming the decline in passenger numbers and cargo revenue. Russian authorities had planned to suspend the carrier’s AOC on September 14. …
DALLAS – UK engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce (RR) has pulled out of the supersonic race, withdrawing its contribution to the Boom Supersonic project – Overture. The move comes as RR continues to deal with significant financial challenges. In August, the company announced an underlying loss of £111 million (US$127 million) for the first half of 2022. …
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An eagle has dropped in on a hang glider for a nibble of his shoe. The amazing video was posted by Tansu Yegen. Amazing pic.twitter.com/Ouxv13cWS3 — Tansu YEĞEN (@TansuYegen) September 7, 2022 BOEI About AirlineRatings.com Airlineratings.com was developed to provide everyone in the world a one-stop shop for everything related to airlines, formed by a …
Tanker 911, a McDonnell Douglas DC-10 makes its last drop before nightfall fighting a fire in Riverside County in Southern California. The video was posted by SoCal Air Operations. Tanker 911 is a DC-10-30 and part of a four-aircraft unit. It can carry up to 12,000 US gallons (45,000 Liters) of water or fire retardant in …
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DALLAS – flybe (BE) has announced it will add Birmingham-Geneva flights to its winter route schedule. The airline will begin operations to the ‘gateway to the Alps’ destination from Birmingham Airport (BHX) on 17 December 17, with twice weekly, two-hour flights on Saturday and Sunday. Dave Pflieger, BE CEO, said, “We’re delighted to be able to further …
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DALLAS – The rebound in passenger travel is continuing to pick up steam, led by increases in domestic and international journeys, according to Willie Walsh, Director General of the International Air Transport Association (Iata). The post-pandemic travel recovery is “gaining momentum” despite the fact that high jet fuel prices will continue to be a burden …
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DALLAS – The Concorde’s ultimate design was to deliver speed—just being fast wasn’t enough, it had to be supersonic. Transatlantic flights clocked in at approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. It takes more than six on a present-day Airbus or Boeing jet. Glamour and Glitz accompanied the Concorde, after all, anything that fast was sure …
DALLAS – Jakarta-based Garuda Indonesia (GA) has unveiled the future of its fleet as part of its multi-billion dollar debt restructuring program. Currently, GA has just 30 operational aircraft. The airline plans to have 61 in service by the end of this year, bringing airframes back into the fleet using funds raised through its restructuring. …
AirlineRatings.com has obtained a rare colour video of Mr Donald Douglas accepting the nomination into the Aviation Hall of Fame in 1969. Mr Douglas was the founder of the Douglas Aircraft Company which dominated aviation through the 1930s, 40s and into the 60s with such aircraft as the DC-3, DC-4, DC-6, Dauntless dive-bomber that won …
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DALLAS – Russia’s Aeroflot Group has signed a letter of intent (LOI) for the delivery of 339 aircraft until 2030. Leaders signed the deal at the Eastern Economic Forum held in Vladivostok. The agreement with the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) covers the delivery of 210 MS-21s, 40 Tupolev Tu-214s and 89 of the upgraded Sukhoi …
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DALLAS – The largest privately owned Romanian airline, Blue Air (OB), will halt all of its scheduled departures from Romanian airports until Monday, September 12. According to a news release issued on Tuesday, September 6, the airline claims that the Environment Ministry banned all of its bank accounts, forcing it to make this choice. Acording …
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DALLAS – Turkish Airlines (TK) has become the first airline to sponsor the UEFA Champions League, one of the most widely watched sporting events in the world. Due to the fact that the UEFA Champions League final for this season will be played at Istanbul’s Atatürk Olympic Stadium on June 10, 2023, this historic collaboration, …
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DALLAS – A British Airways (BA) South African franchise is being discussed by the UK airline and South African Airways (SA). According to ch-aviation.com, SA confirmed this but refrained from commenting further due to the sensitive nature of the negotiations. “The nature of such discussions contains commercially sensitive information. As soon as both parties are …
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DALLAS – Italian airline ITA Airways (AZ) will add flights to Asian-Pacific destinations to expand its international network before the year is up. On December 3, AZ will begin service on the Delhi route with three flights per week. According to the airline, Airbus A330s will be used for the service. With the addition of …
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DALLAS – Jetstar (JQ) has been forced to ground four of its Boeing 787 ‘Dreamliners’ due to several technical issues. In a statement, the airline blamed a series of freak events, including a lighting strike, a bird strike and damage from a foreign object on the runway. The airline also revealed delays in sourcing “a …
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DALLAS – Scandinavian Airlines (SK), or SAS for short, is seeking to offload several of its wide-bodied Airbus jets as it pushes on with its cost-cutting plan. SAS has chosen two Airbus A350-900s (SE-RSB and SE-RSC) and three A330-300s (LN-RKS, LN-RKU and LN-RKT) to be returned to their lessors. It also hopes to hand back …
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Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways have inked a strategic partnership that significantly expands the networks, lounges and loyalty programs of both airlines, bringing substantial benefits and new destinations to travellers. Announced in May, the partnership opens seamless travel to over 150 countries across the extensive Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia networks, creating a new gateway …
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Three of the airline industry’s most respected commentators or CEOs have voiced strong support for Qantas CEO Alan Joyce as he stares down various union campaigns for higher wages. In Australia, Mr Joyce has also become the focal point for the blame for airline disruptions and cancellations, despite the situation being global and impacting every …
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DALLAS – Ethiopian Airlines (ET) has announced the October 16 resumption of daily direct flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to São Paulo (GRU) and onward to Buenos Aires (AEP). After a subtle rise in frequency over the recent months, the airline’s managing director for South America, Michael Bekele, said, “We are more than pleased to …
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DALLAS – A second national carrier for Saudi Arabia? Yes, and it seems it’s aiming for the throne. The Gulf country is going big, and as part of its 2030 Vision plan, a brand new airline is in the making. As reported earlier during the 2022 Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia plans to …
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