Avianca, one of the largest airlines in Latin America, has recently announced a new “low-cost” feature, indicating a potential move towards becoming a low-cost carrier (LCC). Low-cost carriers, also known as budget airlines, typically offer lower fares by reducing costs through measures such as charging for extra services, operating a single aircraft type, and utilizing … Read more
In the summer of 2022, TAP Air Portugal registered half a million customers flying between Brazil and Europe, fueling a solid recovery after two years of COVID-19 problems. Traffic levels at TAP Air Portugal return to pre-pandemic levels TAP Air Portugal said in a statement that it flew 97% of all customers between Brazil and … Read more
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer premium economy cabins on long-haul flights. Simple Flying has been able to try both products as commercial aviation bounces back from the impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic as international travel is on the rise again. Two of the UK’s biggest airlines are battling it out for premium economy. A … Read more
Jet2, a British low-cost airline, has announced plans to expand its operations at London Stansted Airport. The expansion will include new routes, additional flights, and larger aircraft to accommodate more passengers. The airline currently operates a fleet of Boeing 737 and 757 aircraft, but plans to add larger Boeing 767 planes to its fleet to … Read more
An NFL player was removed from an American Airlines flight at Miami International Airport on Sunday. The player, who has not been named, was boarding flight AA2354 to Los Angeles when the incident occurred. According to eyewitnesses, the player became involved in a heated argument with a flight attendant over a seating issue. The altercation … Read more
Lufthansa, the German flag carrier airline, has recently expressed interest in exploring more opportunities for cooperation with Air India, the national airline of India. The move comes as part of Lufthansa’s strategy to expand its presence in the fast-growing Indian aviation market. In this article, we will take a closer look at the reasons behind … Read more
Cathay Pacific Airways issued an apology for an incident that occurred at Manchester Airport in the United Kingdom. The incident involved one of the airline’s planes blocking a taxiway, causing delays for other flights at the airport. Background of the Incident On November 25, 2023, a Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-1000, registration B-LXA, was scheduled to … Read more
Avianca, one of the largest airlines in Latin America, has publicly criticized Colombian authorities for their decision to block the company’s plan to “rescue” low-cost carrier Viva Air. The plan, which was announced in November 2020, would have seen Avianca acquire a controlling stake in Viva Air and merge the two companies in an effort … Read more
A strike by Belgian air traffic controllers is expected to cause the cancellation of 152 Ryanair flights this weekend. The industrial action is part of a wider dispute over working conditions and is set to take place on January 9th and 10th. The cancellations will affect flights to and from Belgian airports, including Brussels Airport … Read more
Delta Air Lines has announced a long-term lease agreement with the Salt Lake City International Airport. The lease, which will span a period of 20 years, will see Delta operate out of Terminal 2 at the airport, with the option to extend for an additional 10 years. This move is seen as a significant win … Read more