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Earth Day 2026: ACI-LAC Celebrates Regional Climate Action as LPIA Achieves Level 2 Carbon Accreditation

Source: ACI-LAC On Earth Day, Airports Council International – Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) celebrates the growing momentum of climate action across the region’s airport industry, highlighting the achievement of Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) in Nassau, which has advanced to Level 2 in the globally recognized Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. Developed by Airports Council International (ACI), Airport Carbon Accreditation is the world’s only independent certification program that assesses and recognizes airports’ efforts to manage and reduce carbon emissions. The program includes multiple levels of certification, each requiring increasingly ambitious actions toward decarbonization. Level 2 accreditation recognizes airports that have not only mapped their carbon footprint but have also demonstrated measurable reductions in emissions through effective carbon management. [...]

2026-04-24T06:21:36+03:00April 24th, 2026|AIRPORTS, News|

Aloha! oneworld welcomes  Hawaiian Airlines to alliance

Source: oneworld Hawaiian Airlines becomes oneworld's third US-based member airline Further strengthens alliance's network across the Pacific oneworld® has welcomed Hawaiian Airlines as its newest member airline, becoming the third US-based carrier alongside Alaska Airlines and American Airlines and adding Honolulu as a global hub. With Hawaiian Airlines on board, oneworld's global network offers greater travel opportunities across the Hawaiian Islands and new destinations in the Pacific including Hilo, Hawai'i; Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Pago Pago, American Samoa; and Papeete, Tahiti. "We are delighted to officially welcome Hawaiian Airlines into the oneworld family, further strengthening our alliance's footprint in the Pacific region and the United States," said Ole Orvér, CEO of oneworld. "Renowned for its award-winning service for almost 100 years, Hawaiian Airlines will [...]

2026-04-24T07:03:03+03:00April 24th, 2026|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

Airbus completes first A350F Freighter main deck cargo door in Spain

Source: Airbus Airbus has completed the manufacturing and assembly of the first main deck cargo door for the A350F freighter at its facility in Illescas, Spain. The component has been delivered to the Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Toulouse, where it will be integrated into the fuselage of the first test aircraft and undergo testing in the coming weeks. Airbus is manufacturing two A350F aircraft for flight testing from 2026 to 2027. The A350F main deck cargo door is the largest in the industry. Featuring a 4.5-metre cut-out width and a 4.3-metre tall opening, it is designed to make loading and unloading operations easier, faster, and safer. Located in the rear fuselage to maintain an optimal centre of gravity during [...]

2026-04-24T06:28:51+03:00April 24th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

American Airlines reports first-quarter 2026 financial results

Source: American Airlines American Airlines Group Inc., has reported its first-quarter 2026 financial results, including: Record first-quarter revenue of $13.9 billion First-quarter GAAP net loss of $382 million, or ($0.58) per diluted share Excluding net special items1, first-quarter net loss of $267 million, or ($0.40) per diluted share Ended the quarter with total debt2 of $34.7 billion, the company’s lowest total debt level since mid-20152 Second-quarter adjusted EPS3 expected to be between ($0.20) and $0.20. Based on the forward fuel curve and the current revenue outlook, the midpoint of the full-year guidance is expected to be approximately flat to 2025, despite a greater than $4 billion increase in expense related to higher prices for jet fuel “American delivered record revenue [...]

2026-04-24T06:48:57+03:00April 24th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Delta TechOps and LATAM Airlines Brasil launch A320 component repair agreement, expanding capabilities for global customers 

Source: Delta Air Lines Under a new agreement, Delta TechOps serves as the sole commercial interface for an initial portfolio of A320 component repair services that is expected to expand over time, supported at LATAM's MRO facility in São Carlos, Brazil. Delta TechOps and LATAM Airlines Brasil introduced a first‑of‑its‑kind A320 component repair collaboration designed to support both Delta's fleet and the growing needs of third-party airline customers. The agreement expands Delta TechOps' global maintenance network and delivers a more integrated A320 component repair portfolio, reinforcing a shared commitment to world‑class maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities. Under the new agreement, Delta TechOps serves as the sole commercial interface for an initial portfolio of A320 component repair services that is expected to expand over [...]

2026-04-24T06:32:08+03:00April 24th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Brazil’s ANAC Launches Webpage and Guidebook Aimed at Pilots with Lower-Limb Disabilities

Source: ANAC Brazil These initiatives are part of the "Voar é para Todos" (Flying Is for Everyone) project and aim to make aviation more accessible. The webpage and guidebook—aimed at individuals with disabilities who wish to pursue careers as private pilots—are now available on the portal of the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC). This time, the initiative targets individuals with reduced mobility in their lower limbs; the materials facilitate access to information and demonstrate that inclusive opportunities exist within the aviation sector. The new webpage features three main sections. The first introduces the "Voar é para Todos" (Flying Is for Everyone) project, which promotes accessibility and social inclusion within the light civil aviation sector in Brazil. Developed by an Agency [...]

2026-04-21T20:41:36+03:00April 23rd, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Porter Airlines to be launch carrier at new Montreal Metropolitan Airport next June

Source: Porter Airlines 12 nonstop routes from coast to coast starting June 15, 2026 Porter Airlines is transforming air travel in Montreal by bringing its elevated passenger experience to the revitalized Montreal Metropolitan Airport (MET). Service begins on June 15, with 12 routes being introduced across Canada. Passengers flying from MET will step into a unique, modern terminal featuring an open concept departure lounge with comfortable seating throughout. YHU Infrastructure Partners developed and operates the new terminal, focusing on creating a more enjoyable airport experience that puts passengers at ease. Its compact and efficient design saves travellers substantial time when departing or arriving. Located in Longueuil on Montreal’s South Shore, the airport’s location offers a more convenient air travel option [...]

2026-04-21T21:24:09+03:00April 23rd, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|

Iberia Strengthens Its Engine Maintenance Strategy with New CFM LEAP License for IAG

Source: Iberia Iberia’s engine shop in La Muñoza will be positioned as a strategic LEAP hub in Europe First LEAP engine maintenance operations to begin in the first quarter of 2027 Iberia, together with International Airlines Group (IAG), has reached an agreement with CFM International to obtain a CFM LEAP Premier MRO license covering LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines, reinforcing the global support ecosystem for CFM’s fastest-growing engine family. As part of the agreement, Iberia’s engine shop in La Muñoza, located next to Madrid-Barajas Airport and with more than 50 years of experience, will be positioned as a strategic hub for maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) activities for LEAP engines in Europe within CFM’s global ecosystem. Its capabilities will be progressively [...]

2026-04-21T20:43:03+03:00April 23rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Piedmont Airlines Announced Brand Refresh and Plans to Support Long-Term Growth

Source: Piedmont Airlines   Piedmont Airlines unveiled a comprehensive brand refresh, which marks a new chapter of stability and strategic growth. Built on the vision to ensure Piedmont thrives forever, the refresh represents the company’s mission to provide exceptional value to their parent company, American Airlines while investing in its people and future operations. The updated brand identity launches as Piedmont prepares for a significant growth of its operations, headlined by the upcoming addition of brand-new Embraer 175 (E175) aircraft to its fleet beginning in 2028. Following today’s digital launch, the new brand will make its physical debut at the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, from April 14–19 where attendees can experience the modernized aesthetic firsthand at the Piedmont booth. [...]

2026-04-21T21:17:10+03:00April 23rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Avianca Cargo Expands Service from Ecuador to Miami with Capacity from Amazon Air Cargo

Source: Quiport Ecuador joins as a new origin point in the service operated by Avianca Cargo with capacity from Amazon Air Cargo. Five new weekly frequencies are added on the Quito–Miami route (UIO–MIA). The operation drives the export of flowers, fruits, and other perishable goods to the United States. Quiport plays a key role in airport and ground logistics operations. Avianca Cargo adds Ecuador as a new key point in its cargo service to Miami, operating on capacity provided by Amazon Air Cargo. This service is part of the commercial relationship both companies have maintained since 2025, under different arrangements including charter flights and capacity agreements. In this context, Ecuador becomes the second market where Avianca Cargo operates services utilizing [...]

2026-04-21T21:39:12+03:00April 23rd, 2026|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|