NASA’s DC-8 completes final mission, set to retire
NASA's DC-8 aeroplane, nicknamed the world's largest flying science laboratory, completed its final mission on April 1st after 37 years of service.
It will officially...
IATA: Air cargo demand maintains double-digit growth in February
The air cargo industry is off to a strong start in 2024, with demand growing 11.9% in February compared to the same month last...
Passenger demand up 21.5% in February, says IATA
The air travel industry is recovering well in 2024, with passenger demand up 21.5% in February compared to the same month last year. This...
European Union follows Finland’s lead to ban Russian-owned Turkish airline Southwind Airlines
The European Union has placed a flight ban on Turkish airline Southwind Airlines, following Finland's lead, due to concerns over its alleged control by...
Another United Airlines incident: a flight from San Francisco to Paris diverts to Denver for engine issue
A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Paris was diverted to Denver International Airport on Thursday evening due to an engine issue on...
The FAA warns that the total solar eclipse could cause air travel delays
There could be air travel delays next week due to a total solar eclipse visible across parts of North America on April 8th. This...
European Union invests €600M to enhance aerial firefighting capacity across Europe
In a proactive move to bolster Europe's firefighting capabilities, the European Commission has allocated €600 million to finance the acquisition of new firefighting planes....
European Commission raises concerns over Lufthansa’s stake acquisition in ITA Airways: Statement of Objections issued
The European Commission has issued a Statement of Objections regarding Lufthansa's proposed acquisition of joint control of ITA Airways, expressing concerns about potential competition...
At its annual meeting in Brussels, Airlines for Europe renews it call to the EU and Member States for better efficiency and sustainability
Today, 17 of Europe’s leading airline groups operating 80% of the commercial flights are calling on policy makers to commit to vital action as...
Antonov An-124 facilitates transatlantic journey for Airbus-built EarthCARE climate satellite
In a collaborative effort between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), the Airbus-built EarthCARE (Earth Clouds, Aerosols and...
Airlines for Europe disappointed with the final EU agreement on the Single European Sky
Following the conclusion of negotiations between the EU institutions last night on the Single European Sky (SES2+), the following can be attributed to Ourania...
IATA announces 2023 as safest year for global aviation by various measures
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that 2023 was the safest year for global aviation across multiple parameters, according to its Annual...
FAA gives Boeing 90 days to develop plan to improve safety and quality
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is giving Boeing 90 days to develop a plan to resolve quality issues and meet safety standards for...
Hungary signs deal for Saab Gripen jets as Stockholm’s NATO membership nears approval
Hungary has signed a deal to purchase four Saab JAS Gripen fighter jets from Sweden, bringing the total number of Hungarian Gripen jets to...
Historic achievement: American private company successfully lands probe on the Moon
In a significant milestone for the space industry, Intuitive Machines, an American private company, achieved the first moon landing by a U.S. device in...
European Commission approves the acquisition of Asiana by Korean Air, subject to conditions
The European Commission has granted conditional approval for the acquisition of Asiana Airlines Inc. by Korean Air Lines Co., Ltd., following an in-depth investigation....
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....
European aviation leaders applaud inclusion of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in EU’s Net-Zero Industry Act, urge further policy action for global leadership in SAF industry
Leading European aviation associations celebrate the inclusion of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as a 'strategic net-zero technology' in the EU's Net Zero Industry Act...
NTSB reveals 4 bolts were missing in Alaska Air Boeing 737 Max 9 door plug – Boeing acknowledges responsibility
Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reveal that four bolts crucial for securing the door plug in the Boeing 737 Max 9...
European Commission opens State aid in-depth investigation into Corsair amended restructuring plan
The European Commission has initiated an in-depth investigation into France's proposed amendments to Corsair's restructuring plan, aiming to determine its compliance with EU state...