European Space Agency presents new generation of astronauts, including one Belgian
The European Space Agency (ESA) has chosen 17 new astronaut candidates from more than 22 500 applicants from across its Member States. In this...
EASA looks into possibility of single-pilot flight operations for commercial air transport
European aviation regulator EASA is looking into the possibility to start single-pilot flight operations. In a ICAO working paper, EASA requested - on behalf...
EU and US regulators EASA and FAA join forces to present new roadmap for air-ground connectivity
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have launched a joint cooperation initiative to rethink aviation connectivity, publishing...
[Pics] Boeing delivers 20th CH-47F Chinook to the Royal Netherlands Air Force
Boeing delivered the 20th CH-47F Chinook to the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF), concluding the country’s latest fleet update.
“Our continuing partnership with the Royal Netherlands...
Amsterdam host city of next year’s IATA “Wings of Change Europe” event with KLM as host carrier
The fourth edition of the successful IATA Wings of Change Europe event will next year be held in Amsterdam with KLM as the host...
Emirates and IATA marshal industry to share best practices in pilot training and flight safety
An aircraft flight deck can be a complex, challenging and high-threat environment that requires pilots to have intense focus and the ability to react...
September passenger demand stays strong, according to IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced passenger data for September 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel continues to be strong.Total traffic...
Air cargo demand softens in September, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for September 2022 global air cargo markets showing that air cargo demand softened. Global demand, measured...
Peak summer months passenger volumes recovering to 88% of pre-pandemic volumes
European airport trade body ACI EUROPE today released its airport traffic report for the third quarter (Q3) and September 2022.Passenger traffic across the European...
Airlines head into winter season with increased certainty thanks to EU agreement on slot relief
Airlines for Europe (A4E) says any revision to Slots Regulation should reflect today’s operational realities
A4E airlines are heading into the winter season this weekend...
Boeing, Ryanair and ENAV power European Parliament sustainable aviation exhibition
Boeing showcased the company's latest sustainability innovations and advocated informed decision-making as part of ‘A Journey to Sustainable Aviation’ exhibition at the European Parliament...
European Union agrees on a gradual return to normal for airport slot rules
Airlines will again have to use 75% of their landing and take-off time slots at EU airports during the winter season, according to an...
August passenger traffic just -12% below pre-pandemic volumes in Europe
Passenger traffic across the European airport network increased by +51% in August compared to the same month last year, with the surge mostly driven...
European aviation welcomes ICAO Assembly agreement on net-zero future
Destination 2050 partners voice full support for ICAO Assembly’s agreement on net-zero goal, aligning the sector’s objective with the Paris Agreement
Industry reiterates...
Aircraft manufacturer Boeing joins the European Regions Airline Association (ERA)
European Regions Airline Association (ERA) is pleased to announce Boeing Commercial Airplanes as its latest member.ERA’s strong membership includes the entire spectrum of...
U.S. Biden-Harris Administration extends rest periods for flight attendants to 10 consecutive hours
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule requiring that flight attendants receive longer periods of rest between shifts....
A4E calls on all players in European aviation to learn the lessons of 2022 to prevent a repeat of the summer chaos
Airlines for Europe (A4E) is calling on all players in European aviation to step up and meet their responsibilities to ensure the mistakes of...
Greek carrier Marathon Airlines joins European Regions Airline Association (ERA)
European Regions Airline Association (ERA) is pleased to announce its newest airline member, Marathon Airlines, joining more than 55 other airline members.ERA has welcomed...
IATA to trial CO2 emission calculator for air cargo with Etihad
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will be trialling a CO2 emissions calculation tool specifically developed for cargo flights together with Etihad Airways.
To effectively...
Boeing gets green light from FAA to resume 787 deliveries
The Federal Civil Aviation Administration (FAA) has cleared Boeing to resume deliveries of its long-haul 787 Dreamliner, after a total suspension since May 2021...