Turkish Airlines has expanded its flight network to include Denver as the 14th destination in the United States of America. Starting June 11, 2024, Turkish Airlines will include three flights per week to Denver, its 347th destination in 130 countries. From July 9, 2024, the frequency will increase to four flights per week, as the Turkish …
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Singapore Airlines Sends Offers to SQ321 Pax
In a statement, Singapore Airlines (SIA) has said that it deeply apologises to all passengers for the traumatic experience on board flight SQ321 on 20 May 2024 and adds that it is committed to providing full support and assistance during this time. The statement says: “SIA can confirm that we have sent out the offers …
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Glamorous Hostesses Captured In Colour
The first airline hostesses flew for United Airlines in 1930. Colorized by Benoit Vienne. The Douglas DC-3 (below) in the 1930s brought an entirely new level of safety and comfort to flying. Hostess attends to a passenger on a corporate DC-3. Colorized by Benoit Vienne. The Douglas DC-4E followed the DC-3 but was too luxurious for …
Vietnam Airlines Joins IATA’s CO2 Emissions Measurement Project
At the recent IATA AGM Annual Conference in Dubai, Vietnam Airlines signed a cooperation agreement to participate in the CO2 emissions measurement project, CO2 Connect, developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This makes Vietnam Airlines the first Vietnamese airline to join this initiative. Under this agreement, Vietnam Airlines will provide data for IATA …
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End of Covid Era for Cathay Pacific
Faced with the challenge of storing its entire fleet during the COVID pandemic, Cathay Pacific turned to an unexpected oasis: Alice Springs. This remote location, far from the ocean with its low humidity and on-site maintenance facilities, became the perfect refuge for 76 Cathay Pacific aircraft. Accompanying the fleet were five dedicated Cathay engineers, joining …
Virgin Australia Uluru Sale
For the first time in history, Virgin Australia has commenced flights between Melbourne and the nation’s Spiritual Heartland, Uluru. The airline’s inaugural Brisbane-Uluru service will take flight tomorrow. In partnership with the Northern Territory Government and Voyages Indigenous Tourism (operators of Ayers Rock Resort, Uluru), these new services will add 62,000 seats to the Red …
Indian Airline Allows Women to Pick Seats Together
IndiGo has introduced a new feature allowing female passengers to see which seats are pre-booked by other women during web check-in. This initiative aims to enhance safety and comfort for women travelers, the Times of India reported. IndiGo said it was proud of the new feature and claimed it would make travel better for women. …
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Qatar, Emirates, Etihad: Who has the most leg room in Economy?
There’s no denying the three big Middle Eastern carriers, Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad provide a superior onboard experience across all cabin classes. In fact all three airlines have just won in the AirlineRatings Airline of The Year Awards 2024 but which one offers the most room in Economy? Qatar Airways Qatar Airways has quite …
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Fiji Joins Oneworld
oneworld, the world’s leading airline alliance, has announced that Fiji Airways will become its 15th full member airline. Fiji Airways, the flag carrier of Fiji and the South Pacific, has been a valued oneworld connect partner for the past five years. During this time, the airline has built strong relationships with all oneworld member airlines, …
Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Triple
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that its projections for a tripling of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) production in 2024 to 1.9 billion liters (1.5 million tonnes) are on track. This would account for 0.53% of aviation’s fuel need in 2024. To accelerate SAF use, there are several policy measures that governments could …
Airline Costs Revealed
IATA has delved into World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) to reveal the cost insights for 2022. According to WATS, the three biggest costs for airlines globally are aircraft fuel and oil, depreciation and amortization, and flight salaries and expenses. Aircraft fuel and oil account for a substantial 28.7% of total airline costs, highlighting the significant …
Sixty Flights Impacted By Fuel Problem at Perth Airport
Almost 60 flights were impacted by a pressure problem with the fuel supply to Perth Airport late Friday night and into Saturday. The last flight to get away was a Qatar Airways A380 to Doha, although it was delayed by over an hour due to the fuel issue. A Perth Airport spokesperson said the issue …
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Qantas and Perth Airport Announce Massive Expansion Plans
Qantas and Perth Airport have ended a long-running standoff over terminals, a new runway and passenger processing costs with a combined multi-billion dollar deal that will see Qantas move to the eastern side of the airport, a new runway built and expansion of its current T3 terminal to handle more international flights. The 12-year deal …
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Preliminary Singapore Airlines Turbulence Report
The Transport Safety Investigation Bureau of Singapore (TSIB) has issued its Preliminary Investigation findings of the Singapore Airlines SQ321 incident, which took place on 21 May and resulted in the death of one passenger with dozens injured inside the cabin on the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The investigation team comprises TSIB investigators and United States representatives, …
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Vietjet Wins Major International Awards
Vietjet is operating a fleet of A330s, A320s and A321s with an average age of 3 years. The airline was named as one of the Top 500 Brands in Asia 2016-2017 and “The Best Asian Low-Cost Carrier” at the TTG Travel Awards 2015 and “The Most Favourite Carrier in Vietnam” by the Economic Times. The carrier was also …
A Magnificent Tribute To Qantas
Every once in a while, a book comes across your desk and the immediate reaction is this is a must-have and Qantas Aircraft: A Century of Flight is just such a book. If you’re interested in Qantas’s incredible history then this book which charts the amazing history of the world’s oldest continually operating and most …
Severe Turbulence Has Increased 55% in 40 years.
Severe turbulence has increased by 55% in the past 40 years because of the impact of climate change according to the University of Reading. The new research shows that clear-air turbulence, which is invisible and hazardous to aircraft, has increased in various regions around the world. The report found that at a typical point over …
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First Airbus A321XLR goes to Iberia Airlines
Iberia is set to launch the new Airbus A321XLR, receiving the first of its kind by the end of the summer. This aircraft will enhance Iberia’s long-haul fleet with a more sustainable and innovative approach, enabling the airline to operate transoceanic routes with a narrow-body aircraft, featuring a single aisle. The introduction of the A321XLR …
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Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines Deepen Partnership
Garuda Indonesia (GA) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have committed to deepening their commercial partnership, aiming to offer reciprocal benefits for their frequent flyer program members and explore revenue-sharing arrangements for flights between Indonesia and Singapore, pending regulatory approvals. The frequent flyer program agreement was signed today in Jakarta by Garuda Indonesia CEO Mr. Irfan Setiaputra …
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AirAsia flights now available on Webjet
Webjet, a leading online travel agency in Australia, has announced the relaunch of its partnership with AirAsia. This collaboration makes it easier than ever to search, compare, and book affordable flights to Asia and beyond, leveraging AirAsia’s extensive network. The partnership signifies Webjet and AirAsia’s commitment to offering customers a wider range of choices and …
Vietjet launches Hanoi – Melbourne- Sydney
Escape the cold and explore Vietnam with Vietjet’s latest offer! Vietjet is launching new routes from Hanoi to Melbourne and Sydney in early June, with Eco tickets starting from AUD 165* all-inclusive. Additionally, passengers will receive 20kg of checked baggage and a hot meal**. From now until June 10, Vietjet is offering tickets from AUD …
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Virgin Australia International Sale
Virgin Australia has kicked off its massive mid-year international sale, offering return fares starting at just $315* to popular destinations like Bali, Samoa, Vanuatu, Queenstown, Fiji, and Tokyo. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a cozy winter escape in Queenstown or dreaming of a tropical getaway to Fiji, Virgin Australia’s five-day sale has something for everyone. …
Which Airline Carries the Most Passengers in Europe?
Europe has some big airlines on a world scale, but have you ever wondered which ones are the biggest in terms of the number of passengers carried? As we move further away from the pandemic, the skies are beginning to refill with activity, so in this guide produced by AirAdvisor, we’re going to share the …
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Wings & Waves Cruising With Geoffrey Thomas
Love cruising and aviation and want to see some more of Australia in ultra-luxury with Silverseas? Why not join our Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas for a 14-day cruise from Melbourne to Cairns in February 2026 travelling business class from any point in Australia? You will spend 14 days cruising onboard the ultra-luxury, ultra-eco, German-built Silver Nova …
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Bonza Is Viable And Was About to Soar
Bonza is viable and was about to soar with loads of 130 passengers per flight and airfares well above last year according to sources close to the matter. The load factor was achieved in the months from January across the airline’s three bases on the Sunshine Coast, Melbourne Tullamarine and the Gold Coast and the …
Korean Air menu wins in Global Traveler’s awards
Korean Air has received top honors for its food and beverage service from Global Traveler in the magazine’s 2024 Leisure and Lifestyle Travel Awards. The carrier won the best airline onboard menu for its First Class cabin, chalking up another win for its catering program. The airline previously won best airline cuisine, among other awards, …
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World Renowned Expert Says Boeing 787 Is Safe
A world-renowned aircraft structures expert John Hart Smith has told the Seattle Times and Airlineratings.com that the Boeing 787 is safe. Responding to a Boeing whistleblower and engineer Sam Salehpour’s claim that small gaps in the 787 created when fuselage sections are joined could cause a catastrophic accident, Hart-Smith has said that “the gaps are …
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