Month Archives: September 2024

[ad_1] Gabonese carrier Afrijet has ordered one ATR 42-600, plus one option, for operation on behalf of FlyGabon. To replace the airline’s 19-year-old ATR 42-500, the new twin-turboprop, configured in a 46-seat layout, will be delivered in 2025. If exercised, the second example will arrive in 2026. It will fly alongside FlyGabon’s existing fleet of two of the larger ATR 72-600s. Afrijet, in which state-owned Fly Gabon Holding has a 56% stake, also has an in-service fleet of three ATR 72-600s. “We firmly believe that …

[ad_1] It saw an additional one million passengers compared with the same period in the first half of 2019, before the coronavirus pandemic lockdowns.Among the popular holiday destinations from the west London airport last month were Spain, Greece, Italy and Turkey, Heathrow said. Additionally, the Taylor Swift concerts brought in an extra 40,000 passengers this summer, with fans travelling for her European Eras Tour shows, Heathrow said.Chief executive Thomas Woldbye said he was grateful to staff their "preparation and dedication to …

[ad_1] Argentine civil aviation regulator ANAC has granted low-cost carrier FlyBondi authorisation to provide ground handling services to other airlines in the country. The Buenos Aires-based carrier said on 16 September that it is the first airline to receive such an authorisation. “Since 2018 at Flybondi, we have managed our own handling services in 80% of the airports where we operate,” says chief executive Mauricio Sana. “Now, we are certified to provide these services to other airlines. This is a huge step towards the …

[ad_1] "I ask you not to sacrifice the opportunity to secure our future together, because of the frustrations of the past," said Mr Ortberg in his message to staff."Working together, I know that we can get back on track, but a strike would put our shared recovery in jeopardy".On top of the proposed 25% pay rise, the preliminary deal would offer workers improved healthcare and retirement benefits, as well as 12 weeks of paid parental leave.It would also include a commitment …

[ad_1] "Besides improving facilities and equipment, the service charge will enable us to formalise the resource requirements and enhance external oversight, to ensure standards are maintained," Mr Le Ray said.Ports is consulting with stakeholders on its proposed tariff increases for 2025.Mr Le Ray said the organisation had "written to all our stakeholders and are inviting them to comment on our proposals over the next four weeks".As well as the proposed airport tariff increases, Ports is proposing above inflation increases in a …

[ad_1] Just days before a potential pilot strike that could have disrupted air travel across North America, Air Canada and its pilots, represented by union Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), have tentatively agreed to new contract terms. ALPA said early on 15 September that the four-year deal will generate “an approximate additional” C$1.9 billion ($1.4 billion) of value for Air Canada pilots over the life of the contract. “While it has been an exceptionally long road to this agreement, the consistent engagement …

[ad_1] The walkout is a severe blow to Boeing and an embarrassment for Mr Ortberg, who had made a last-ditch plea to workers before the vote, warning that a strike would put the company's "recovery in jeopardy".The question now is how long it will go on for. Boeing seems ready to get back to the table.But there is an obvious breakdown in trust between management and the workforce – and equally between the workforce and the union leadership, who had said …

[ad_1] Your support helps us to tell the storyFind out moreCloseAs your White House correspondent, I ask the tough questions and seek the answers that matter.Your support enables me to be in the room, pressing for transparency and accountability. Without your contributions, we wouldn't have the resources to challenge those in power.Your donation makes it possible for us to keep doing this important work, keeping you informed every step of the way to the November electionAndrew FeinbergWhite House CorrespondentHow does the …

[ad_1] Once that process has been completed, Mr Woodroofe said Manchester Airport would not "pause for breath" before starting improvement work on Terminal 3. Pressed on whether expansion of the airport was defensible due to environmental concerns, Mr Woodroofe said new technology meant a net-zero aviation industry by 2050 was "absolutely doable". On the ground, he said Manchester Airport was on track to become net-zero by 2038, while sustainable aircraft fuel, external was making flying less of an environmental problem. Mr …

[ad_1] Lessor Avalon will obtain Castlelake Aviation, adding 118 aircraft to its portfolio. Castlelake Aviation’s assets were worth $5 billion as of 31 March, according to the two companies. Avolon is buying the portfolio from investment manager Castlelake, which oversees $22 billion in assets. The portfolio includes 105 aircraft that are on lease, two engines on lease, commitments for 13 aircraft, as well as nine loans. Avolon does not break down specific aircraft types, but indicates that 68% of the aircraft are narrowbodies and 70% …

[ad_1] JetBlue Airways has added airline industry veteran Sean Menke, former chief executive of Frontier Airlines, to its board of directors. Menke replaces Ben Baldanza, who resigned last week.  The board changes, disclosed on 16 September, came in response to Baldanza – who worked as CEO of Spirit Airlines from 2005 to 2016 – notifying JetBlue that he did not intend to seek re-election ahead of the company’s investor day in May 2025.  Baldanza’s resignation was effective 12 September. He had served on JetBlue’s …