NewsIATA reports strong global passenger demand growth in November 2024 with record load factorsPassengerGlobal passenger demand rose 8.1% in November 2024, with strong international growth led by Asia-Pacific and Europe, and record load factors reaching 83.4%.
Link (International Airport Review)FBI to search for drone operator that hit Canadair firefighting plane in LAFBI investigators are searching for the operator of a private drone that collided with a firefighting aircraft while it…
Link (AeroTime)SITA strengthens support for AMPAP to enhance airport leadership and trainingSITASITA’s expanded support for the AMPAP will provide more training, helping to build a skilled workforce and address aviation’s evolving demands.
Link (International Airport Review)Spotlight on MegahubsOAG’s chief analyst, John Grant, explains why Megahubs are nothing without their regional connectivity. Everyone wants to be “mega”. It’s a sign of importance, position, value, and sometimes wealth, and airports are just the same, they love to be Megahubs; or at least some of them do. The term Megahubs may have been around a ...
Link (Airport World)Ryanair calls for two-drink limit at airports as airline reveals diversion costLow-cost carrier Ryanair is calling for passengers to be limited to two alcoholic drinks at the airport before…
Link (AeroTime)Helicopter group Leonardo faces $2.7B claim over Thai billionaire’s deathItalian helicopter group Leonardo is facing a $2.7 billion claim over the death of a Thai tycoon in…
Link (AeroTime)Global air cargo demand grew 8.2% in November 2024, led by strong Asia-Pacific performanceAir CargoGlobal air cargo demand grew 8.2% in November 2024, driven by strong Asia-Pacific performance, with international traffic up 9.5% amid rising e-commerce demand.
Link (International Airport Review)Air Wisconsin Announces Strategic Shift Toward Essential Air Service and Charter OperationsAir Wisconsin Airlines LLC, a regional air carrier and an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Harbor Diversified, Inc. (OTCMKTS: HRBR) (the “Company”), today announced a strategic realignment to focus on Essential Air Service Program (“EAS”) markets, expand its charter operations, and transition its relationship with American Airlines, Inc. (“American Airlines”) to a codeshare and interline ...
Link (World Airline News)Air Europa adds RCD Mallorca logo to EC-NBMThe Supercopa de España, also known as the Spanish Super Cup, is a super cup tournament in Spanish football. Founded in 1982 as a two-team competition, the current version has been contested since 2020 by four teams: the winners and runners-up of the Copa del Rey and La Liga. The tournament is held at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia . This year the contenders will be Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, ...
Link (World Airline News)ITA Airways resumes flights to Libya after 10-year suspensionItaly’s flag carrier ITA Airways has restarted direct nonstop flights to Tripoli, Libya, marking the first time a…
Link (AeroTime)Next in line?Smiths Detection’s Hans Joachim Schöpe considers what might come next for security checkpoints at airports. The evolution of airport security checkpoints reflects the growing complexities of global travel and the continuous effort to balance passenger safety with operational efficiency. Indeed, ever evolving threats in an increasingly interconnected world has necessitated the development of more sophisticated ...
Link (Airport World)Future ready: Swedavia’s drive for electric and hydrogen aviationAt Future Travel Experience in California, Editor, Holly Miles, joined John Nilsson, Strategic Planning Manager for Electric and Hydrogen Aircraft Infrastructure at Swedavia to discuss the intricacies of hydrogen and electric aviation, as the airport operator strives to be an early adopter in this sustainable energy space.
Link (International Airport Review)Delta employees to receive an average five weeks of pay in annual profit sharingOn the company’s Profit Sharing Day – aptly falling on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day – eligible employees across Delta will receive an estimated payout of 10% of their eligible earnings, representing an average five weeks in additional pay. Delta employees will receive $1.4 billion as their share of the airline’s 2024 profits, a timely reminder ...
Link (World Airline News)Delta reported record full year 2024 revenue, $5 billion of pre-tax income, $8 billion of operating cash flow and $3.4 billion of free cash flowDelta Air Lines today reported financial results for the fourth (December) quarter and full year 2024 and provided its outlook for the first (March) quarter and full year 2025. “2024 was a great year for Delta with our results reflecting differentiation from the industry and increased durability. Our people finished the year strong, delivering industry-leading operational ...
Link (World Airline News)Terminal velocityAn exceptional passenger experience and commitment to sustainability were key goals for Portland International Airport’s new terminal. The new one million square foot main terminal at Portland International Airport doubles the capacity of PDX and will enable the airport to welcome 35 million passengers annually by 2045. Featuring a 9-acre mass timber roof, the new ...
Link (Airport World)Zurich Airport introduces first European autonomous shuttle service “Robobus” for airport employees in 2025autonomous shuttle serviceZurich Airport partners with WeRide and Swiss Transit Lab to launch “Robobus,” a commercial autonomous shuttle for employees, starting in early 2025.
Link (International Airport Review)Airports report record breaking year for passenger trafficA few weeks into the new year, a number of European airports are reporting record traffic levels for 2024. They include London’s Heathrow Airport which handled an all-time high of 83.9 million, boosted by a record breaking December, during which it handled over seven million passengers, The annual total was an impressive three million more ...
Link (Airport World)LATAM Group sets new company record for 2024 by carrying 82M passengers South America’s LATAM Airlines Group has reported significant growth throughout its operations during 2024. The airline group flew 82…
Link (AeroTime)Airbus reports 766 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2024Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft to 86 customers around the world in 2024. The Commercial Aircraft business registered 878 gross new orders. As a result, its 2024 year end backlog stood at 8,658 aircraft. Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus said, “2024 confirmed sustained demand for new aircraft. We won key customer decisions with most important customers and saw phenomenal ...
Link (World Airline News)Green machine!Its achievements, ambitions and commitment to protecting the environment quite simply make Christchurch Airport one of the greenest and sustainably run gateways on the planet, writes Joe Bates. An ever growing list of accolades for its sustainability initiatives ensure that New Zealand’s Christchurch International Airport is a world leader when it comes to its efforts ...
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