Airbus and Qantas, two major players in the aviation industry, are reportedly close to making their first joint investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This move would be a significant step forward in the industry’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change. What is SAF? SAF is a type of … Read more
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently announced that it will award nearly $1 billion to 99 airports across the United States. This funding is part of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which provides grants to airports for projects that improve safety, infrastructure, and sustainability. Improving Airport Safety Safety is a top priority for the … Read more
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline, has announced plans to resume flights from Côte d’Ivoire to JFK Airport in New York City. The announcement comes as the airline looks to expand its global network and increase its presence in North America. The airline will operate flights from Abidjan, the economic capital of Côte d’Ivoire, to JFK … Read more
Rome Fiumicino Airport, also known as Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, has become the latest airport to introduce Smart Security. Smart Security is an innovative screening system that uses advanced technology to improve the security screening process for passengers. The new system will allow passengers to keep their liquids and electronics in their hand luggage, … Read more
After a two-year grounding due to safety concerns, the Boeing 737 MAX is gradually returning to service. Air China, China’s flag carrier, announced on March 1st, 2021, that it had resumed flights with the 737 MAX. Air China is the latest Chinese carrier to reintroduce the aircraft into its fleet, joining China Eastern Airlines and … Read more
Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline, marked Black History Month by operating a special flight from Toronto to Jamaica on February 28th, 2021. The flight, AC1818, was operated entirely by Black employees, from the pilots and cabin crew to the ground staff and maintenance workers. The flight celebrated the contributions of Black Canadians to the aviation … Read more
The Airbus A350 will be brought back by South African Airways for international flights. SAA will resume long-haul flights previously operated before the COVID-19 pandemic in two phases. Following voluntary business rescue, the South African flag carrier reopened in September 2021 with a fleet of six aircraft. It had previously served 34 international destinations. Despite … Read more
John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 8 recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation, and the results are impressive. The terminal, which serves as the primary hub for American Airlines, has been transformed into a modern and spacious facility that offers a wide range of amenities and services for travelers. One of the most striking features … Read more
Ghana is making strides towards launching its own national airline, with plans to establish “Ghana Airlines” in the coming year. This move is seen as a significant step towards boosting the country’s tourism industry and creating job opportunities for Ghanaians. The government of Ghana has been working on the establishment of a national airline for … Read more
The Japanese yen has been experiencing weakness in recent years, and this has had a significant impact on outbound travel from Japan. The weak yen means that Japanese citizens have to spend more of their own currency to purchase foreign currency, making it more expensive for them to travel abroad. This has led to a … Read more