Press Release: Technology key to unlocking PaxEx of the future, says SITA
In 2023, air travel soared, surpassing industry expectations. IATA predictions suggest that demand will only continue to grow, reaching 8 bi... Continue Reading
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Alaska Airlines closes $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines
Oneworld alliance member Alaska Airlines on 18 September formally closed a $1.9 billion deal to acquire former rival Hawaiian Airlines. The ... Continue Reading
Press Release: Emirates unveils its new lounge in London Stansted
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has opened the doors to its new lounge at London Stansted Airport. The airline has inve... Continue Reading
Press Release: Eutelsat Group secures additional launches in MHI pact
Eutelsat Group, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (“MHI”), announce the signature of an agreement for multiple launches. Under the terms ... Continue Reading
Press Release: WestJet teams with FLYHT & NOAA to improve forecasting
FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd. (the “Company” or “FLYHT”) today announced that WestJet Airlines has agreed to collaborate with the Company a... Continue Reading
Virgin Voyages’ redefinition of cruise travel continues to impress
When Virgin Voyages launched in 2020, and then re-launched in 2021, it redefined the experience of ocean cruising. From its wide variety of ... Continue Reading
Press Release: Heart fits DOY Design Ultra-Slim seats to demonstrator
DOY Design has supplied 30 PAX places of its Ultra-Slim seats to hybrid-electric airplane maker Heart Aerospace in Sweden. The prototype sea... Continue Reading
LATAM plumps for Recaro R7, honeymoon layout in new 787 business
Latin American powerhouse LATAM is refitting some two thirds of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with new seats throughout, adding business c... Continue Reading
Press Release: Ontario International Airport opens immersive T4 space
Air travelers looking for a unique immersive experience can now find that at California’s most popular airport through a partnership with th... Continue Reading
Press Release: Air France renames Premium Economy as “Premium”
Launched by Air France in 2009, “Premium Economy” now goes by the name of “Premium”, further emphasizing the unique travel experience associ... Continue Reading
Turkish Airlines A350 economy shines despite hiccups on SEA-IST
It’s a bit of a wonder that I haven’t flown with Turkish Airlines before. The Istanbul-based carrier is a behemoth, operating on... Continue Reading
Press Release: MDA space selects Airbus for Sparkwing solar arrays
Airbus announced today it has been selected by MDA Space Ltd., a leading provider of advanced technology and services to the rapidly expandi... Continue Reading
Press Release: FACC researches second life use for aviation materials
FACC, a leading international aerospace manufacturer, has made significant advances in recent years in researching thermoplastic composite m... Continue Reading
Press Release: Satcom providers change tactics to compete with NGSO
Novaspace, a leading space consulting and market intelligence firm formed by the merger of Euroconsult and SpaceTec Partners, has released i... Continue Reading
Telesat fully funds Lightspeed, eyes 2027 for global service
Telesat now has all financing sources in place to fund its global Lightspeed Ka-band Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. Manageme... Continue Reading