Press Release: Legendary Lockheed Super Star returns in original design
The former flagship of Lufthansa, the Lockheed L-1649A Super Star, is once again shining in its former glory. This aviation icon of the past... Continue Reading
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Emirates bans use of power banks on board its aircraft
Portable chargers, also known as power banks, have been making headlines again after overheating and creating smoke and fire events in aircr... Continue Reading
Anuvu MicroGEO satellites now operational over the United States
Two Ku-band MicroGEO satellites, made and operated by Astranis, are now fully operational and providing coverage over the continental United... Continue Reading
Eutelsat touts big LEO revenue growth, new South American airline deal
Air France surprised many in the aero world when it selected SpaceX’s Starlink inflight connectivity solution for its fleet of aircraft, as ... Continue Reading
Press Release: LATAM’s new Premium Comfort to launch on 787s in 2027
LATAM Group’s new Premium Comfort cabin will launch in 2027, offering passengers more space, privacy, and comfort on long-haul flights. This... Continue Reading
ANA taps Viasat to power free Wi-Fi on international routes
All Nippon Airways has selected Viasat’s Amara Ka-band satellite-powered high-speed inflight connectivity system for six Boeing 767-300ERs i... Continue Reading
Press Release: Korean Air reveals Premium Class on refitted 777-300ER
Korean Air is introducing Premium Class on its newly retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER, with the first flights launching on short- and mid-haul r... Continue Reading
EchoStar chief reveals Hughes IFC wins at two large airlines
Hughes Network Systems was recently selected by “two large airlines” to bring its inflight connectivity solutions to their fleets, Hamid Akh... Continue Reading
Aireon sees opportunity to aid FAA in ATC modernization
Following a string of alarming air traffic control disruptions, failures and staffing shortages at Newark Liberty, and in the face of contin... Continue Reading
SWISS reveals Senses mockups, readies for product debut on A350
In a testament to the power of color, materials and finish (CMF) in aircraft interiors, Swiss International Air Lines is receiving accolades... Continue Reading
Lufthansa to fly new 787s with some business seats initially blocked
Lufthansa expects to take delivery of its first Allegris-fitted Boeing 787-9 towards the end of the summer in September. But a “big portion”... Continue Reading
Meet Aanuoluwapo ‘Annie’ Ojewunmi, the Airplane Girl
Known in some circles as the Airplane Girl, Nigerian aircraft technician Aanuoluwapo ‘Annie’ Ojewunmi counts herself as very lucky. “In Nige... Continue Reading
Diehl Aviation breaks ground on strategic production site in Romania
Diehl Aviation today officially broke ground on its new production facility in Craiova, Romania. The 12,000 m² site will strengthen the Tier... Continue Reading
Press Release: PAC chief Ken Sain to assume Panasonic Connect CEO role
Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. today announced that, as stated by Panasonic Holdings Corporation, it’s President and CEO, Yasuyuki Higuchi, wil... Continue Reading
Press Release: HAECO, Liebherr maintenance pact to support COMAC
HAECO, a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, and Liebherr-Aerospace, a leading supplier of systems... Continue Reading