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News

RwandAir to launch non-stop service between London Heathrow and Kigali
RwandAir has announced that it will launch direct flights between London Heathrow and its hub in Kigali from November 6, 2022.
Link (AeroTime)

Leonardo da Vinci Airport launches innovation hub
airport innovationLeonardo da Vinci Airport is marking a European first with the launch of its new innovation hub, hosting startups from Italy and around the world.
Link (International Airport Review)

DGCA orders SpiceJet Q400 fleet inspection following cabin smoke incident
India’s civil aviation regulator has ordered budget carrier SpiceJet to conduct a detailed inspection of its De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 turboprop fleet, including an analysis of engine oil samples, after one of its planes made an emergency landing due to smoke in the cabin. The new directive was reported by the Deccan Herald reported on October 17, 2022, citing a. statement issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Smoke in the cabin The incident took place on October 12, 2022, when a SpiceJet Q400 turboprop, registered VT-SQB, was...
Link (AeroTime)

Plane diverted after off-duty pilot bites cabin crew member’s finger
A Turkish Airline flight was forced to make an emergency landing after an off-duty pilot bit a cabin crew member’s finger.
Link (AeroTime)

Air taxi start-up Joby applies for Japan air certification
Joby Aviation has applied for another foreign validation of its pending #FAA type certificate, with the aim of entering the Japanese market.
Link (AeroTime)

First flights depart from revamped Changi Airport T2
Changi Airport Group has reopened the southern wing of its newly revamped Terminal 2 departure hall, welcoming back Singapore Airlines, Air India, and Air India Express.
Link (International Airport Review)

Issue 5 2022 of International Airport Review
IAR Issue 5, 2022In this issue of International Airport Review we feature articles from industry experts on a range of topics including: passenger experience, sustainability, route development, airport security, winter operations, construction and design, F&B, renovation, EDI and innovative airport technology. Sign up to read the issue for free!
Link (International Airport Review)

Vilnius Airport achieves Level 3 of ACA programme
Vilnius Airport has revealed that it has achieved significant recognition from the international environmental programme Airports Carbon Accreditation, by Airports Council International.
Link (International Airport Review)

Norse Atlantic subleases another Dreamliner to bring in profit
Norse Atlantic is subleasing another one of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, bringing in some extra cash for the new airline
Link (AeroTime)

London Gatwick Airport rewrites the runway resurfacing rule book
London Gatwick Airport rewrites the runway resurfacing rule bookAn innovative and sustainable approach to resurfacing its main runway significantly reduced costs, resources and time taken while the airport remained fully operational. London Gatwick explains more about this feat of planning and engineering.
Link (International Airport Review)

Aviation Quote

Throttle back son, you're not going to make the boat go any faster.

- Air Bosses on aircraft carriers to flight students on initial carrier qualifications who stay at maximum power after they have been jerked to a stop by the arresting gear.