Cathay Pacific Grounds Entire A350 Fleet
HONG KONG – In an unprecedented move, Cathay Pacific Airways has grounded its entire fleet of Airbus A350 aircraft following the discovery of a faulty engine component. The Hong Kong-based airline took swift action after pilots encountered an engine failure … Continue reading Cathay Pacific Grounds Entire A350 Fleet
China-Bound Flights decreased by over 60 percent
NEW YORK – In the wake of the global pandemic and geopolitical tensions, the aviation industry has faced unprecedented challenges. Among the most significant shifts has been the dramatic reduction in flights to China, once a burgeoning market for Western … Continue reading China-Bound Flights decreased by over 60 percent
“Flightright” reveals ranking of the worst European airlines
BERLIN – The consumer portal Flightright has conducted a comprehensive analysis of the quality of European airlines and has now published the results. Over a million passenger data points were evaluated and categorized into reliability, payment behavior for compensation, and … Continue reading “Flightright” reveals ranking of the worst European airlines
Skytrax ranking 2024: Asian airlines dominate again
LONDON/SINGAPORE – Since 1999, the British consulting company Skytrax has been awarding the “World Airline Awards” annually, recognizing the best airline in the world. This year, more than 350 airlines from around the world were evaluated and ranked. The ranking … Continue reading Skytrax ranking 2024: Asian airlines dominate again
Lufthansa Group’s Expansion: Acquiring ITA Airways
FRANKFURT/M – In a landmark decision, the European Commission has given the green light for Lufthansa Group’s acquisition of a 41 percent stake in ITA Airways, paving the way for a full takeover. This move is not just a mere … Continue reading Lufthansa Group’s Expansion: Acquiring ITA Airways
Swiipr plans to revolutionize airline payments
LONDON – In a significant leap forward for the travel industry’s financial technology sector, the innovative paytech company Swiipr has recently secured a substantial £6 million in Series A funding, a move that is poised to revolutionize the way airlines … Continue reading Swiipr plans to revolutionize airline payments
Cebu Pacific Wins Best Airline Awards 2024
MANILA – Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has been honored with the prestigious Best Airline award at the Routes Asia Awards 2024. The ceremony took place on February 28, recognizing the airline’s exceptional contributions to airport and … Continue reading Cebu Pacific Wins Best Airline Awards 2024
Lufthansa: New flight Trajectory technology
FRANKFURT – Every drop counts: An optimized flight path saves fuel and reduces CO2 emissions. With the standard installation of a new, innovative technology for transmitting flight profile information in its new A320neo/A321neo aircraft, the Lufthansa Group aims to further improve … Continue reading Lufthansa: New flight Trajectory technology
Star Alliance: Theo Panagiotoulias New CEO
FRANKFURT/SINGAPORE – Star Alliance, the world’s first and largest global airline alliance, is pleased to announce that Theo Panagiotoulias has been chosen to become its next CEO. Mr Panagiotoulias has more than 25 years’ international experience in the airline … Continue reading Star Alliance: Theo Panagiotoulias New CEO
Insider tips: How to secure a flight upgrade
FRANKFURT – Who doesn’t dream of flying in first class once? The luxurious seats, the excellent food, the personal service – all this makes a flight in first class an unforgettable experience. But how do you get such an upgrade … Continue reading Insider tips: How to secure a flight upgrade