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AirlinesEmirates announces code-share with GOL
Dubai, UAE - The partnership has been filed to ANAC
Emirates and GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes SA (“GOL”) have announced a new code-share and frequent flyer programme partnership. The code-share partnership has been filed to ANAC –Brazilian Federal Aviati... more
AirlinesAirplanes and carriers. Alitalia: if the funds don't arrive, the future limps...
Rome, Italy - The presence by bankers is reinforced
It would seem that Miccichè and Ghizzoni will be next to enter into Alitalia's BoD on October 24. "Il Messaggero" newspaper reported it today: "Gaetano Miccichè and Federico Ghizzoni. The first, President o... more
AirlinesAlitalia to upgrade IT system from 8 pm (CET) 14 October
Rome, Italy - Important information for its passengers travelling this weekend
Alitalia will implement an important upgrade of its IT systems from 8 pm (CET) Friday 14 October until the end of Saturday 15 October as part of its goal to improve the passenger travel experience and... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia-Etihad (2). Hogan indicts? Delrio answers...
Rome, Italy - "The Government respected all its efforts with Alitalia", the minister answers back...
The Italian Transport Minister Graziano Delrio who already opposed to the diffuse certainty, that the trend taken by the Renzi's Government is that to favour mainly the low-cost carriers that operate in... more
AirlinesAirplanes and carriers. Alitalia-Etihad: Hogan hits Government and unions with a stick
Rome, Italy - And he prepares the ground to new cut, in view of...
The fact that some preconditions have not been respected disappoint me: this the core of what James Hogan, president and CEO of Etihad affirmed on the "Il Corriere della Sera" pages concerning the efforts... more
AirlinesEtihad Airways extends reach in Africa through new code-share agreement
Abu Dhabi, UAE - With kulula, South Africa's low-cost carrier
Etihad Airways (EA), the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, continues to build its presence in Africa through a new code-share agreement with kulula, South Africa’s low-cost carrier. The c... more
AirlinesAir Berlin confirms it is to join discussions of Etihad Airways and TUI AG on touristic operations
Berlin, Germany - The carrier last week announced a far-reaching restructuring
Air Berlin has decided to join discussions that Etihad Airways has entered into with TUI AG regarding the creation of a strong European leisure airline group, focused on point-to-point flying to connect... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Ryanair: over 3,500 new jobs to be created in 2017
Milan, Italy - As new aircraft deliveries boost fleet number
Ryanair announced yesterday that it is to launch a major recruitment drive as it plans to take delivery of 50 new aircraft in the next 12 months. The low-cost unveiled that it will be hiring 2,000 new... more
AirlinesAirplanes, carriers and crisis. Alitalia more and more in difficulty: a black future...
Rome, Italy - And meanwhile 200 millions are necessary...
It always more in difficulty and future even more undefined: this is Alitalia today. And always today Gianni Dragoni underlined it on "Il Sole 24 Ore", when he reports that a plan is under evaluation to... more
AirlinesAir Europa and Turkish Airlines have signed a code-share agreement
Istanbul, Turkey - Effective as of 1st October 2016
Air Europa and Turkish Airlines yesterday jointly announced the start of a code-sharing partnership effective as of 1st October 2016 that enables both carriers to tap into new markets and offer their passengers... more
AirlinesRyanair: September traffic grows 13% to 10,8 million customers
Milan, Italy - Load factor risees 1% to 95% on lower fares
Ryanair today (4 Oct) released September traffic statistics as follows: - Traffic grew 13% to 10.8m customers - Load factor rose 1% point to 95% - Rolling annual traffic to Sept grew 16% to 113.2m... more
AirlinesAirplanes and airlines. Air France-KLM and Delta extend code-share cooperation with Jet Airways through Paris and Amsterdam
Paris, France - New links via the Paris-"CdG" airport
Following the success of the code-share agreement launched in March 2016, Air France-KLM and joint-venture partner, Delta Air Lines will enhance their existing partnership with India’s Jet Airways. The e... more
AirlinesSingapore Airlines to increase Indonesia And Australia services
Singapore, Republic of Singapore - New route Jakarta-Sydney; the number of links between Singapore and Jakarta increased
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is to launch a new route linking Jakarta with Sydney while also boosting Singapore-Jakarta flight frequency, in an increase of its operations to both Indonesia and Australia. The... more
AirlinesQatar Airways' first flight to Namibia touched down in Windhoek
Doha, Qatar - Four times a week from its hub in Doha
The capital of Namibia, Windhoek, welcomed the first Qatar Airways flight to arrive at its international airport from Doha, Qatar. A VIP delegation from Doha, including Qatar Airways Chief Commercial... more
AirlinesFar-reaching restructuring of airberlin to deliver long-term growth
Berlin, Germany - Up to 40 aircraft to be provided to the Lufthansa Group
airberlin yesterday unveiled a far-reaching restructuring of its business, which will see the company concentrate its core operations as a dedicated, focused network carrier serving higher-yielding markets,... more
AirlinesQatar Airways and British-IAG announce joint business agreement
Milan, Italy - More advantages for the passengers, they ensure in a note. Into effect on 30 October 2016
Qatar Airways and British Airways’ parent company, International Airlines Group (IAG), yesterday announced a joint business agreement that will come into effect on 30 October 2016. The joint business w... more
AirlinesQatar Airways: new transit visa rules make visiting the Country easier
Doha, Qatar - The decision taken together with the local Ministry of Interior and Tourism Authority
Qatar Airways, local Tourism Authority and Ministry of Interior announced a revised tourism visa scheme available to passengers transiting through Doha in a move to promote Qatar as a world-class stopover... more
AirlinesJet Airways enhances connectivity to North America and Europe
Milan, Italy - With new flight schedule to Paris
Jet Airways will offer seamless connectivity to North America and Europe over Paris, as part of its revised winter schedule, along with its partners Air France and Delta Air Lines, effective Oct 30, 2016. As... more
AirlinesSingapore Airlines launched service to Canberra and Wellington
Milan, Italy - Served by B-777/200 airplanes with 266 seats
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has launched its new ‘Capital Express’ service, linking Singapore for the first time with the capital cities of both Australia and New Zealand. The service will operate four tim... more
AirlinesAirplanes and protests. Alitalia: special measures to minimize inconvenience due to a strike scheduled for today
Rome, Italy - Passengers are invited to check the status of their flight
The trade unions Anpac, Anpav and Usb, representing some of the Alitalia pilots and flight attendants, have confirmed a 24 hours strike on 22 September, despite cancellation of industrial action by the... more
AirlinesKLM: departing flights from LA served with biofuel
Amsterdam, Holland - A three year contract signed for the supply
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines signed a three year contract for the supply of sustainable biofuel at the Los Angeles Airport. It means that the carrier will purchase biofuel for all its departing flights from... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia: the strike of next Thursday put the airline's development at risk. Anpac decision pure folly -VIDEO
Rome, Italy - ..we are losing us an important part of our future
"I can't make that define the ANPAC's decision a pure folly", seeing that "Alitalia currently loses EUR 500,000 each day". Cramer Ball, CEO of Alitalia wrote it to the employees in a letter that AVIONEWS... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Alitalia: no decision made. Italian Anpac, Anpav and USB confirm strike of September 22
Rome, Italy - Despite revocation for the agreement reached with the Filt-Cgil, Fit Cisl, Uil Trasporti and UGL unions
Nothing came of it by the negotiation table opened this morning by the Alitalia's leadership and the category's unions Anpac, Anpav and Usb, to arrive to an agreement that would avoid strike fixed for... more
AirlinesAlitalia: Italian FIT-CISL and UGL Trasporto aereo met Ball for operating emergency and absenteeism
Rome, Italy - The unions distance from this kind of disengagement
The meeting between delegates of FIT-CISL and UGL Trasporto aereo and Cramer Ball (CEO of the Alitalia's ex-former flag carrier, from last March) took place yesterday to discuss about operating emergency... more
AirlinesAlitalia reduces workers?
Rome, Italy - Problem with accounts?
"Alitalia specifies that the connection to supposed plans, that would expect among other things a 30% cut on the labor cost, is considered without any foundation". But there are persistent rumors on the... more
AirlinesAir France celebrates 50 years of presence in China
Rome, Italy - It inaugurated the route Paris-Shanghai in September 1966
Air France inaugurated the route Paris-Shanghai in September 1966, becoming among the first European airlines to fly to the Popular Republic of China. Air France-KLM from Europe to China proposes 90... more
AirlinesKorean Air commences supply of A-330 NEO Sharklet airplane
Seoul, South Korea - Following its successful production for the A-320 model
Following the successful production of Sharklets for the A-320 NEO, Korean Air has commenced production of Sharklets for the A-330 NEO, concluding the development process. A Sharklet, designed by and accredited... more
AirlinesAirplanes and obese passengers. Canadian Court verdict on "Discriminatory" policies Delta Air Lines
Montreal, Canada - A case in Canada makes discussions about the service towards them and on the complaints of facts reported by third
In a few words, the facts: an university teacher, hit by the "Discriminatory" policy of Delta Air Lines, has brought to a question writing an email of complaint to Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA).... more
AirlinesWalsh, IAG CEO: "How much it does useful today to purchase new airplanes?"
London, UK - The evaluations on GDP decreasing and stagnation in business transport. In addition the heavy oil cost fall is considered
Due to the fact that the GDP (Gross Domestic Product) growth predictions are revised downward trend, "Without doubt all airlines, included those of the IAG Group, are considering again their need of new... more
AirlinesKorean Air and Delta to strengthen partnership
Seoul, South Korea - To more than 100 US and Canadian destinations and over 30 cities across Asia
Korean Air and Delta Air Lines, founding members of SkyTeam, will strengthen their partnership by expanding code-shares to more than 100 US and Canadian destinations and over 30 cities across Asia. The... more
AirlinesWizz Air added Porto to Budapest Airport’s route network
Budapest, Hungary - Launched last Sunday 4 September
Hungary’s capital city airport has celebrated the arrival of its latest year-round sun connection with the launch of Wizz Air’s twice-weekly service to Portugal’s second largest airport, Porto. Recording healt... more
AirlinesEmirates to offer first A-380 airplane Christchurch services
Dubai, UAE - The aircraft on both New Zealand-Auckland non-stop and South Island flights from 30 October
Emirates A-380 airplanes will fly between Dubai and New Zealand five times daily from 30 October with the introduction of the airline’s double-decker flagship aircraft on Christchurch services. It will b... more
AirlinesNew carriers. Italian Airways: decisive weeks...according to Giuseppe Gentile
Rome, Italy - If the airline will "Open the doors", also Orio al Serio will take off for the intercontinental routes
Identity card. Name: Italian Airways. Practicality: long range links on B-787 airplanes. Destinations: mainly USA, South America and China. Operating base: Bergamo-Orio al Serio airport. "Child" by Giuseppe... more
AirlinesAirplanes. BA: hardships, queues and cancellations due to IT failure
London, UK - "A phenomenon here and there", the airline said. Livid passengers
An IT failure that has hit the system of British Airways has caused strong delays at check-in of the British flag carrier in different airports in the world, Heathrow and Gatwick among them. The carrier... more
AirlinesAirplanes and carriers. Alitalia and Virgin Australia boost codeshare agreement
Rome, Italy - Eight new Australian destinations for Italian travellers
Alitalia and Virgin Australia have strengthened their code-share agreement to offer Italian air travellers eight new Australian destinations. The Italian airline from today will place its “AZ” code on... more
AirlinesEthiopian to start services to Windhoek, Namibia
Rome, Italy - From next October
Ethiopian Airlines announced that it will commence services to Windhoek, Namibia, via Gaborone, starting from 6th October, 2016. It will be deploying the B-737 on the route. The airplane is configured... more
AirlinesLufthansa-Air China JV: negotiations at a final leg?
Berlin, Germany - Common profits and routes
The negotiations lasted over two years between Lufthansa and Air China would be in a final leg, in order to establish a joint-venture that would allow two airlines to share air links and profits. And about... more
AirlinesEthiopian to launch flights to Moroni, Comoros.
Rome, Italy - As of the 2nd of November 2016
Ethiopian Airlines, the African carrier, announced that it has finalized preparations to launch flights to Moroni, Comoros with the latest B-737/800 New Generation airplane with Sky Interior, as of the... more
AirlinesChalair Aviation takes off on maiden flight from Hamburg Airport to Antwerp
Hamburg, Germany - French airline launches route with two daily frequency
As of today, the Hamburg–Antwerp route, so popular with business travellers, returns to Hamburg Airport’s route network. The airline Chalair Aviation will be operating two daily flights between the two... more
AirlinesAirplanes. Delta Air Lines: slow recovery of flights for the American carrier
Washington, USA - Additional problems this morning. Refunds and vouchers for passengers
At least half of the flights of the Delta Air Lines was cancelled or delayed yesterday and today because of the problem in the computer system that happened yesterday, when around 1000 flights were cancelled;... more
AirlinesEmirates to resume flights to Conakry, Guinea
Dubai, UAE - The airline first launched it in October 2013
Emirates has announced that it will resume flights to Conakry, the capital of Guinea, from 30th October 2016. The flight to Conakry will be linked to Emirates’ four times weekly service between Dubai a... more
AirlinesAir France strike: losses for 90 million Euro, equivalent to the value of a long range airplane
Paris, France - The MD of the airline Frédéric Gagey complains in an interview
The union agitation of these last days is paralyzing the air connections of Air France and is costing to the airline “A huge amount of money, equivalent to the value of a long range airplane", said yesterday t... more
AirlinesEtihad Airways’ luxurious Dreamliner airplane commences services into Shanghai
Abu Dhabi, UAE - The city is the seventh destination in the world to be served by its B-787/9
A state-of-the-art Etihad Airways B-787/9 Dreamliner touched down in Shanghai today from Abu Dhabi on its first flight into China. China has recently surpassed the USA as the biggest business travel... more
AirlinesPlanes. Air Malta-Alpa: deep crisis. Negotiations with Alitalia at risk?
La Valletta, Malta - Dissatisfaction about the mediation of former President Abela. Discussions on the topic tomorrow morning in La Valletta
Plane pilots reunited in the association-syndicate Alpa-Malta do not believe that the mediation performed by former President of the island George Abela in the crisis involving pilots from Air Malta and... more
AirlinesAlitalia: new Rome-Tenerife flight from 30 October
Rome, Italy - With A-320 aircraft
Alitalia starts new flight from Rome to Tenerife that will be inaugurated next October 30 and that will be served twice-weekly with schedules designed to allow its passengers departing from various Italian... more
AirlinesAirplanes and strikes. Air France: traffic forecast for tomorrow
Paris, France - The action by cabin crew unions for the period July 27 to August 2
Following the call for strike action which has been confirmed by Air France cabin crew unions for the period from 27 July to 2 August 2016, the schedule of flights operated by its aircraft will be disrupted... more
AirlinesEmirates to deploy A-380 airplane on Johannesburg route
Dubai, UAE - From next February 2017
Emirates has announced that it will be upgrading one of its four daily flights between Dubai and Johannesburg to an A-380/800 airplane from 1st February 2017. The airline currently uses B-777 aircraft... more
AirlinesEthiopian adds frequency to New York-Newark
Rome, Italy - From next August 5
Ethiopian Airlines announced that it will add a fourth weekly flight to New York-Newark as of August 5, 2016. Group CEO, Tewolde GebreMariam, said, “We are very pleased to augment a fourth flight frequency t... more
AirlinesAirplanes and strategies. "Private" negotiations Lufthansa-Etihad for the passage of the Air Berlin shares?
Berlin, Germany - The first German airline would acquire from that of Emirate a package through its subsidiary Eurowings
They are also rumours that have not an official aspect yet, but it seems that Etihad is finally succeeding to "Dispose of" at least partially of the shares (currently of nearly 30%) that owns of the second... more
Airlines"Arm wrestling" Air Malta-ALPA pilots association: unmovable sides
Valletta, Malta - The meeting of yesterday is resulted in a nothing came of it. Expired contracts, but the airline is too much committed with the Alitalia talks..
Actually the meeting of yesterday is resulted in a nothing came of it between Air Malta leadership and Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) regarding the renewal of the contract labour agreement expired last... more