AVIATION

Lufthansa Group increases profit by 66 million

FRANKFURT – “Aviation is and remains an industry of the future with sustained strong demand. Especially in unstable times, it enables international understanding through cultural and economic exchange. At the Lufthansa Group, we can look back on the strongest year … Continue reading Lufthansa Group increases profit by 66 million

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

China’s AI Leap: Western Dominance challenged

HANGZHOU – Chinese AI laboratory DeepSeek has unveiled two advanced language models—DeepSeek-R1-Zero and DeepSeek-R1—designed to rival the performance of leading American counterparts like OpenAI’s GPT models. The models, which reportedly achieve performance metrics comparable to OpenAI’s “o1 model,” promise a … Continue reading China’s AI Leap: Western Dominance challenged

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

IATA Forecasts Record Air Travel in 2025, 5.2 billion

MONTREAL – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled its ambitious forecast for 2025, predicting a record-breaking 5.2 billion passengers and a staggering $1 trillion in total revenues for global airlines. This significant milestone underscores the industry’s recovery and … Continue reading IATA Forecasts Record Air Travel in 2025, 5.2 billion

Supersonic Dream Shattered: Exosonic Files for Bankruptcy

TORRANCE/USA — In a stunning blow to the future of commercial aviation, Exosonic, the ambitious startup that aimed to revolutionize air travel with supersonic passenger flights, has filed for bankruptcy. Despite raising millions in funding and making significant strides in … Continue reading Supersonic Dream Shattered: Exosonic Files for Bankruptcy

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”

Guangdong: Pioneering Low-Altitude Economy by 2026

SHENZHEN – In an ambitious move to revolutionize urban air mobility, Guangdong province has unveiled a comprehensive action plan to foster the development of the low-altitude economy. This strategic initiative aims to transform Guangdong into a global nexus for low-altitude … Continue reading Guangdong: Pioneering Low-Altitude Economy by 2026

Indonesia: SGi receives Leonardo AW09 Helicopter

JAKARTA – In a significant move to bolster its aerial service capabilities, SGi, Indonesia’s premier helicopter service provider, has announced a landmark acquisition of ten state-of-the-art Leonardo AW09 helicopters. The deal, inked at the prestigious Bali Air Show 2024, marks … Continue reading Indonesia: SGi receives Leonardo AW09 Helicopter