Safety

Intelsat 33e GEO satellite suffers major anomaly

Intelsat 33e, a geostationary (GEO) satellite that supports Ku-band inflight connectivity and other applications, experienced an anomaly on ... Continue Reading

Accessibility is so important. In this image, an elderly lady is using a wheelchair at the airport. The DOT is among the world's safety regulators advancing protections for wheelchair users.

United teams with United Spinal to strengthen accessibility

In recent years, United Airlines has made several laudable moves to improve accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility as well as fo... Continue Reading

Boom Supersonic's XB-1 demonstrator on its fifth test flight. A sleek white tri-jet with yellow stripe is seen soaring in the sky.

Baby Boom demonstrator progresses towards supersonic flight

Are you ready for the rebirth of supersonic commercial air travel? Boom Supersonic, the US firm designing the Overture supersonic airliner, ... Continue Reading

Seatback of premium recliners with mood lighting casting a pretty glow over the thermoplastics and IFE system.

Delta goes darker, moodier with new cabin CMF

The latest salvo in the US air carrier premium travel arms race has been fired, and this time it’s Delta with a full-fleet refresh of the co... Continue Reading

The wheelchair is restrained by a common standard system

FAA to define safety criteria for wheelchairs in the cabin

US FAA officials are working to define the criteria necessary to allow someone to remain in their personal wheelchair during flight using a ... Continue Reading

Aerial view of the new Airbus Helicopters UK HQ at London Oxford Airport.

Airbus Helicopters UK opens new headquarters

London Oxford Airport has long been the home of Airbus Helicopters UK, with the company expanding into several buildings over the years, inc... Continue Reading

A380 parked. Global Airlines plans to fly the type from London to New York and Los Angeles. EFW in Dresden is doing heavy maintenance on Global's first superjumbo.

Global Airlines A380 gets overhaul as EFW ramps up MRO for the type

As the Airbus A380 sees fresh wind beneath its wings in commercial aviation, Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH (EFW), a joint venture between ST Engin... Continue Reading

Starlux A350 on a cloudy day at the airport.

Starlux codeshare with Alaska Airlines covers eight domestic routes

Luxury boutique airline Starlux on 4 October announced the start of its codeshare pact with oneworld alliance member Alaska Airlines. It is ... Continue Reading

Seatback IFE on Delta 737-900; the carrier is focused on bringing accessible IFE to all passengers.

When will the U.S. enact negotiated rulemaking for accessible IFE?

Several airlines including Delta are leading the charge to bring accessible IFE to passengers — of their own volition. Outside of industry&#... Continue Reading

United Airlines airplanes — one taxiing and one preparing to board at Pittsburgh International Airport. United Airlines is a major international airline headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Pittsburgh International to expand solar farm, eyes hydrogen hub

Runway Girl Network is pleased to provide an audio recording of our full interview with Allegheny County Airport Authority CEO Christina Cas... Continue Reading

SAS A330 in Arlanda, Sweden. A wingtip is seen as the sun sets

IATA’s Walsh hopeful of wider change as Sweden scraps av-tax

CORAL GABLES — International Air Transport Association Director General Willie Walsh is cautiously optimistic that Sweden’s decision to abol... Continue Reading

aircraft, pilots, crew, istock, generic, Night Flight A320 with Pilots Left Corner View

SCHROTH reveals secondary cockpit barrier for A320, A330 and A350

Passengers flying in the United States are accustomed to seeing cabin crew members use trolleys to block the entrance to the forward galley ... Continue Reading

Hawaiian Airlines A321neo takes off with Alaska Airlines tails parked at their gates, in the background

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

Telesat Phase 1 LEO Satellite in orbit above the earth, with antenna support, lightspeed

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

Reframing longhaul away from time and distance and towards needs

With the arrival of longer range narrowbody aircraft like the Airbus A321neo and Boeing 737 MAX, and the imminent launch of the extra-long-r... Continue Reading

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