Former Equatorial Congo Airlines (EC Air) Boeing 757 cabin goes up for auction
A unique piece of aviation history is now available to the highest bidder, as the cabin of a former Equatorial Congo Airlines (ECAir) Boeing...
Former CEO Dieter Vranckx appointed as new chairman of Brussels Airlines
As of today, Dieter R. F. Vranckx will become the new Chairman of the Board at SN Airholding, the holding company of Brussels Airlines....
JetAir Caribbean declares bankruptcy and cancels all flights
JetAir Caribbean, operated by United Caribbean Airlines BV, has declared bankruptcy as of June 18, cancelling all flights.The Court of First Instance in Willemstad,...
Aircraft from bankrupt African airline disappears from Brussels Airport tarmac after 7 years
After years of being parked on the tarmac of Brussels Airport in Steenokkerzeel, the green-and-white aircraft belonging to the former Equatorial Congo Airlines (ECAir)...
European Commission orders recovery of €33.84 million in incompatible State aid from Blue Air
The European Commission has determined that Blue Air's restructuring plan, aimed at restoring the airline's long-term viability, is incompatible with EU State aid rules....
Farewell to Air Berlin: A nostalgic round trip from Berlin
On March 28, 2024, Air Berlin enthusiasts and aviation nostalgics will have the opportunity to bid a final farewell to Air Berlin—a farewell to...
Spanair flight JK5022 crash lawsuits move forward after 15 years
For 15 years, the tragic crash of Spanair flight JK5022 has lingered unresolved, but finally, a trial is set to begin in January 2024....
Aldo Vastapane, founder of Skyshops and once owner of Sobelair, dies at the age of 97
Aldo Vastapane, a Belgian Baron and entrepreneur born in 1926 in Molenbeek, passed away at the age of 97 on 31 October 2023.In his...
Monarch’s resurrection dreams dashed: setback for British airline relaunch plans
A very short resurrection for Monarch, the British airline that ceased operations in 2017. Two weeks ago, the business was taken over, but the...
Bankrupt Monarch Airlines aims to restart operations
Monarch Airlines, which faced bankruptcy in 2017, has launched a new website, raising speculation about a potential relaunch and return to the skies in...
The Royal Mint of Belgium issues silver coin to commemorate 100th anniversary of Sabena
The Royal Mint of Belgium issues a silver 20-euro coin on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the former airline Sabena.Sabena was born...
Sabena was founded on 23 May 1923, exactly 100 years ago
Exactly 100 years ago, on 23 May 1923, Sabena was founded by the Belgian government. The national carrier of Belgium took over the fleet...
European Commission opens in-depth investigation into Romanian support measures in favour of Blue Air
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether certain Romanian support measures in favour of the airline Blue Air Aviation (‘Blue...
The Belgian Post issues 5 new stamps to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the creation of SABENA
The Société Anonyme Belge d'Exploitation de la Navigation Aérienne, in short SABENA, was created on 23 May 1923 at the instigation of King Albert...
Two of the biggest airline groups are looking to take over bankrupt Flybe
Both airline groups, Air France/KLM and Lufthansa, are interested into buying bankrupt Flybe, British newspaper The Telegraph reports. The modest company with 2,000 employees...
easyJet offers a rescue fare to Flybe customers and a job to their crew
Everyone at easyJet is sorry to see the news about Flybe and understands the anxiety that their crew and customers will be facing now.easyJet...
Belfast City Airport disappointed by the demise of Flybe
Flybe intended to launch a base at Belfast City Airport in June, next to its main hub in Birmingham. The Belfast airport authorities reacted...
Flybe bankrupt again – All flights cancelled
Flybe has now ceased trading and all flights from/to/within the UK operated by Flybe have been cancelled and will not be rescheduled.
On 28 January...
Flybe introduces new routes and enhanced Summer ‘23 schedule
Flybe’s new summer schedule is now on sale featuring new routes and enhanced services to many destinations.
This year’s summer season will see the introduction of new routes from Birmingham...
Romanian State takes over 75% of the shares of Blue Air
The Romanian State will take control of the airline Blue Air, the company announced Friday in a press release. Blue Air has convened a...