Chinese Naval Exercise Disrupts Regional Air Traffic
CANBERRA – Airlines operating near Australia were caught off guard last week when commercial pilots first learned mid-flight about a Chinese live-fire naval exercise in the Tasman Sea. Satellite messages seen by Reuters reveal that pilots received emergency advisories, forcing … Continue reading Chinese Naval Exercise Disrupts Regional Air Traffic
Air New Zealand to Introduce Real Beds in 2026
AUCKLAND – For many travelers, long-haul economy flights mean hours of discomfort in cramped seats with little chance of real rest. Air New Zealand is set to change that by introducing real beds in economy class, allowing passengers to book … Continue reading Air New Zealand to Introduce Real Beds in 2026
Starlink: Airlines adopt fast internet service
AUSTIN/TX – The introduction of Starlink high-speed internet, developed by SpaceX, marks a significant advancement for the aviation industry. An increasing number of airlines worldwide, including those in Asia, are adopting satellite-based technology, which provides reliable and free internet onboard … Continue reading Starlink: Airlines adopt fast internet service
Japan Airlines: Cyberattack Disrupts Flights
TOKYO – Japan Airlines (JAL) has returned to normal operations after a cyberattack led to significant disruptions, delaying both domestic and international flights and temporarily halting same-day ticket sales. The attack, which began early Thursday morning, affected internal and external … Continue reading Japan Airlines: Cyberattack Disrupts Flights
Qatar and Malaysia Airlines Launch Cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR/DOHA – Qatar Airways Cargo and Malaysia Airlines have launched a new cargo cooperation that promises to significantly enhance global freight connectivity. Officially beginning on October 1, 2024, the new partnership aims to leverage the combined networks and fleets … Continue reading Qatar and Malaysia Airlines Launch Cooperation
China: Lufthansa capitulates to global competition
FRANKFURT—The German airline Lufthansa has officially confirmed that it will temporarily suspend its daily flight service from Frankfurt to Beijing due to intense competition and economic considerations. This decision, which comes into effect with the winter flight schedule on October … Continue reading China: Lufthansa capitulates to global competition
Lufthansa Group awarded “Best Airline App 2024”
FRANKFURT – The Lufthansa Group has been awarded the prize for the world’s best airline app 2024 at the World Aviation Festival (WAF). The app was previously evaluated by customers and nominated for the final round. A jury of experts … Continue reading Lufthansa Group awarded “Best Airline App 2024”
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
Crowdstrike update cost DELTA $500 million
WASHINGTON – The conflict between Delta Air Lines and Microsoft, which arose from the IT outage in July 2023, demonstrates the complexity and interdependencies in modern digital infrastructure. The incident, triggered by a faulty software update from CrowdStrike, led to … Continue reading Crowdstrike update cost DELTA $500 million
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