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[ad_1] Portuguese wet-lease operator Hi Fly’s ferry of the first Global Airlines Airbus A380 to Germany, like its transatlantic flight to Scotland, was carried out with its undercarriage deployed. Hi Fly vice-chair Carlos Mirpuri, who led the flight, states that the aircraft flew 789nm (1,461km) from Glasgow Prestwick to Dresden where the jet will be serviced by EFW. The gear-down ferry on 4 October was conducted at lower altitude – around 27,000ft – and a reduced cruising speed, taking 2h 20min. Transfer of the …

[ad_1] After the four-day strike, Border Force staff will then work to rule and refuse to work overtime from 4 September until 22 September.The union has said more than one in four members have taken time off due to stress or related mental health reasons since the introduction of the new rosters in April.Most staff regularly worry about managing home commitments around work, according to the union.General secretary Fran Heathcote said: "This survey shows how badly our members' wellbeing is being …

[ad_1] In Terminal One, all liquids, which must be under 100ml, should be put into a clear one litre bag (20cm x 20cm) and placed visibly in the security tray.Large electrical items such as laptops and tablets should also be removed from bags and placed in the security tray.At Terminal Two, where the new scanners have already been installed, all liquids must also be in containers under 100ml and in a clear bag in the security tray.However, there is no limit …

[ad_1] Swiss carrier MSC Air Cargo has taken delivery of its first wholly owned and operated Boeing 777-200. Soren Toft, MSC’s chief executive, confirmed in a 3 October social media post that the aircraft had been delivered to Milan’s Malpensa airport, marking a new phase of Mediterranean Shipping Company’s entrance into the air freight sector.  ”In just two years, we’ve gone from zero to a comprehensive worldwide presence, offering our clients a high-performing standalone air cargo network that complements our industry-leading maritime services,” he …

[ad_1] Airline passengers around the world had grown used to strict 100ml restrictions on liquids, pastes and gels, which had to be put in a clear plastic bag.But new scanning machines which use CT X-ray technology should in theory enable larger volumes of liquids to go through, and laptops to stay in bags.Some EU airports, for example in Rome and Amsterdam, had already put them in place and eased their rules. Most had not yet. Some others have been trialling the …

[ad_1] Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines will launch a joint-venture arrangement in 2025 following clearance by Japanese authorities. The two airlines signed the joint business agreement after receiving anti-trust immunity from Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MILT), say the carriers. The agreement will see the pair co-operate commercially on flights between Indonesia and Japan from the second half of 2025. It also includes domestic connections in the two countries. “We are excited about the opportunities the joint business provides for both …

[ad_1] The 16th Bournemouth Air Festival has drawn to a close with attention now turning to the future of the event.Hundreds of thousands of people flocked to the town's beaches on Thursday, Friday and Saturday to watch the free displays.BCP Council, which has withdrawn funding for 2025 and beyond, says it is in talks with several potential new organisers.It said a future operator could choose to pause the festival next year while it works to "plan and refresh" the event for …

[ad_1] Struggling Spirit Airlines has sharply reduced its October schedule and is cutting routes across its network amid reports that it is exploring a bankruptcy filing.  The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg both reported on 3 October that Spirit is considering financial restructuring, citing unnamed sources with knowledge of the discount carrier’s financial situation.  Ted Christie, Spirit’s chief executive, maintained that the company was not exploring filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as recently as August. Spirit has in recent weeks touted new fare …

[ad_1] An aircraft made an emergency landing at Bournemouth Airport after one of its engines failed.Emergency crews were called to assist the airport fire service when the private plane arrived at 18:50 BST on Monday.Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue said the aircraft landed safely, no-one was injured and firefighters were only required to collect details.The ambulance service said it was made aware of the incident but did not attend. [ad_2] Source link …

[ad_1] The spokesperson said they were "confident" its strategy of standardised fleet and destinations such as London City and Paris, aimed at supporting both the local finance sector and the visitor economy, was the "right one"."We understand the importance of providing islanders, visitors, and businesses with reliable and resilient air links – these air links have helped Guernsey’s post-pandemic air travel volumes to recover at a rate on par or ahead of other Crown Dependencies," the spokesperson said. "Aurigny has historically, …

[ad_1] Loganair will remain a torchbearer for sustainable aviation, insists new chief executive Luke Farajallah – a mission begun by his predecessor. However, as he enters his second six months piloting the UK’s largest regional airline, the industry veteran who has had stints at Flybe and Wizz Air has been dealing with a more pressing matter: restoring operational resilience and a reputation damaged during a rocky recovery from Covid-19. For years, Loganair was a tiny Scottish airline serving largely public-service obligation (PSO) routes …

[ad_1] Cathay Pacific said the disruptions will continue until at least Saturday."At Cathay, safety of our customers and our people guides every decision we make," the airline said."We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate our customers’ patience and understanding."Airbus did not immediately respond to a BBC request for comment.Cathay Pacific took delivery of its first Airbus A350 aircraft in 2016. The planes are equipped with fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce engines.Rolls-Royce told BBC News that "it is committed to working closely …