The Dawn of a New Era: Asia Embraces Passport-Free Travel
ABU DHABI – In an age where technology and convenience converge, the concept of passport-free travel is no longer a distant dream but a burgeoning reality. Spearheading this revolutionary movement, Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi is set to implement … Continue reading The Dawn of a New Era: Asia Embraces Passport-Free Travel
“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
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
Thai Airways Bids Farewell to Iconic Boeing 747
BANGKOK — Thai Airways International, trading as THAI, officially retired its Boeing 747-400 fleet after years of operating the iconic “Queen of the Sky.” The airline now held a poignant farewell ceremony at its hangar at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), … Continue reading Thai Airways Bids Farewell to Iconic Boeing 747
Cathay Pacific Passengers Endure Terrifying Turbulence
HONG KONG — Cathay Pacific Airways passengers aboard Flight CX341 from Shanghai to Hong Kong faced harrowing moments on Tuesday night as their aircraft battled intense turbulence and failed twice to land at Hong Kong International Airport due to severe … Continue reading Cathay Pacific Passengers Endure Terrifying Turbulence
Boeing: Safety Concerns for 777 and 787 Aircraft
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a pivotal moment, Boeing whistleblower Sam Salehpour testified last Wednesday before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee regarding critical safety and quality issues surrounding the Boeing 777 and 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Salehpour, a quality … Continue reading Boeing: Safety Concerns for 777 and 787 Aircraft
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 honored for environmental management
FRANKFURT – The Lufthansa Airlines hub in Frankfurt has been successfully validated for the first time in accordance with the demanding European EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme) regulation. Lufthansa Airlines is thus also setting an important example of corporate environmental … Continue reading Lufthansa honored for environmental management
QANTAS: Senat hearing for CEO Alan Joyce
SYDNEY – Qantas CEO Alan Joyce faced a grilling from a Senate committee on Monday over the airline’s high airfare costs and travel credit refunds. The committee questioned Joyce about why Qantas was charging more than its competitors for domestic … Continue reading QANTAS: Senat hearing for CEO Alan Joyce