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Airbus reports 766 commercial aircraft deliveries in 2024

Source: Airbus Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft in 2024. 878 gross orders (826 net), including 82 A330s and 142 A350s Demonstrates continued momentum for widebody orderbook complementing leading position in single aisle market The 2024 year end backlog stands at 8,658 aircraft. Airbus delivered 766 commercial aircraft to 86customers around the world in 2024. The Commercial Aircraft business registered 878 gross new orders. As a result, its 2024 year end backlog stood at 8,658 aircraft. Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus said, “2024 confirmed sustained demand for new aircraft. We won key customer decisions with most important customers and saw phenomenal momentum for our widebody orderbook, complementing our leading position in the single aisle market. On deliveries, we kept [...]

2025-01-10T07:18:38+02:00January 10th, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Award for Excellence recognises leadership in Air Navigation Services

Source: CANSO CANSO recently announced the recipients of the CANSO Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Award for Excellence, an esteemed recognition that highlights outstanding contributions to air navigation services in the region last year. The Award celebrates Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) for their advancements in delivering safe and efficient air navigation services, active participation in CANSO’s regional and global initiatives, adoption of best practices, and exemplary leadership in the aviation industry. Following the criteria established by the Latin America and Caribbean CEO Committee (LAC3), the 2024 award acknowledges joint efforts in supporting the CANSO ATFM Data Exchange Network for the Americas – CADENA (CANSO’s collaborative decision-making initiative) and other impactful programmes in the Latin America and Caribbean region. This [...]

2025-01-10T07:31:34+02:00January 10th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Keep New Year’s resolutions on track with healthy dining options and travel tips on American Airlines

Source: American Airlines With a number of routes catering to fitness-loving travelers and an array of dietary-conscious dining options, American Airlines offers its customers plenty of ways to stay active and healthy on the go — even if they’ve already abandoned their 2025 New Year’s resolutions. For those looking to connect with the great outdoors this year, American is adding more routes to fulfill desires for adventure travel with new flight options for customers to: Get lost under the stars in Nova Scotia’s Mi'kmaq Lands with a glimpse into the universe on new flights to Halifax (YHZ) from Chicago (ORD). Lace up a pair of rugged shoes and see glaciers near Kalispell, Montana (FCA) or Calgary, Canada (YYC) with new [...]

2025-01-10T07:29:22+02:00January 10th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

IATA: Passenger Demand Up 8.1% in November

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 8.1% compared to November 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 5.7% year-on-year. The November load factor was 83.4% (+1.9 ppt compared to November 2023), an all-time high for November. International demand rose 11.6% compared to November 2023. Capacity was up 8.6% year-on-year, and the load factor was 83.4% (+2.3 ppt compared to November 2023). Strong performance by carriers in Europe and Asia-Pacific drove this double-digit expansion in demand. Domestic demand rose 3.1% compared to November 2023. Capacity was up 1.5% year-on-year and the load factor was 83.5% (+1.2 [...]

2025-01-10T07:07:50+02:00January 10th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Cargo Demand up 8.2% in November 2024 – 16th Month of Consecutive Growth Says IATA

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2024 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 8.2% compared to November 2023 levels (9.5% for international operations) for a 16th consecutive month of growth. Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 4.6% compared to November 2023 (6.5% for international operations). "It was a good November for air cargo with 8.2% demand growth nearly doubling the 4.6% growth in cargo capacity. Fuel costs tracked at 22% below previous-year levels and tight market conditions supported yield growth at 7.8%. All things considered we are looking to close out 2024 air cargo performance on a profitable note. While this strong performance [...]

2025-01-10T07:11:22+02:00January 10th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $332 Million in Grants from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Modernize Airports in 32 States

Source: FAA The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced more than $332 million for 171 grants across 32 states to modernize airports through the Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG)program. In total, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law included $25 billion over five years for airport and air traffic control infrastructure improvements. The AIG funds can be used for airport planning, development, sustainability, terminal expansions, baggage system upgrades, runway safety enhancements, and noise compatibility projects. “We are using funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to make historic investments in our nation’s airports to address a backlog of needs and accommodate growing air travel demand,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “These investments—some already completed and many more still underway—ensure the traveling [...]

2025-01-09T13:51:25+02:00January 10th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Delta soars into Centennial year with game-changing innovations at CES 2025

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta’s appearance at the tech event commemorated a century of groundbreaking aviation milestones and the airline’s commitment to innovation, all powered by people. Delta ushered in its 100th anniversary with a larger-than-life presence at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Spearheaded by a first-of-its-kind keynote delivered by CEO Ed Bastian at Sphere, Delta’s appearance at the tech event commemorated a century of groundbreaking aviation milestones and the airline’s commitment to innovation, all powered by people. “New marvels like AI, the digital revolution and sustainable technology are giving us incredible tools to transform the travel experience,” said Bastian during the keynote. “But amid the wonder of new technology, we’ve always understood that the entire point of innovation is [...]

2025-01-09T06:14:53+02:00January 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia Group breaks its passenger record, with almost 31 million passengers by 2024

Source: Iberia The good performance of routes from/to Latin America with a 16% increase in seats available has contributed to this figure. Also the opening of new destinations such as Japan, Ljubljana, Tirana, Salzburg, Innsbruck and Tromso. The Iberia Group (Iberia, Iberia Express and Iberia Regional Air Nostrum) reached a record in 2024, carrying 30,732,745 passengers. These figures are due to the increase in demand for both business and leisure travel, as well as the good performance of all markets, especially Latin America and the new destinations launched in the last year. This growth was achieved by the three airlines that make up the Iberia Group. Specifically, Iberia carried 18,677,812 passengers, Iberia Express 7,687,718 passengers and Air Nostrum 4,367,215 passengers. [...]

2025-01-09T06:19:25+02:00January 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Hawaiian Airlines Now Accepting Surfboards, Bicycles and Other Sports Equipment as Standard Checked Baggage

Source: Hawaiian Airlines   Want to chase that perfect swell in Hawaiʻi, tee up at year-round balmy golf courses, or take in the Islands’ scenic coastal views while biking? It’s time to start packing as Hawaiian Airlines today began accepting surfboards and bicycles, in addition to other sports equipment including golf clubs, as standard checked baggage on every flight. “Hawaiʻi is synonymous with surfing and many ocean and land-based activities that draw visitors from around the world,” said Sandra Wang, product manager at Hawaiian Airlines. “We are excited to extend this new benefit to our visitors and kamaʻāina so they can enjoy their favorite sports and hobbies while exploring Hawaiʻi and anywhere they travel in our network, including Asia, Oceania [...]

2025-01-09T06:33:13+02:00January 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Emirates unveils new Real Madrid Livery on its Boeing 777

Source: Emirates Airline rolls out the red carpet to welcome Real Madrid onboard specially chartered Boeing 777, ahead of the Spanish Super Cup tournament Emirates, the Official Main Partner of Real Madrid, has unveiled a special livery on one of its Boeing 777 aircraft. The aircraft touched down in Madrid yesterday, flying the club’s first team players on a specially chartered flight to Jeddah ahead of the Spanish Super Cup tournament taking place from 8 to 12 January. Emirates has been a proud partner of Real Madrid since 2011, and became the club’s jersey sponsor in 2013. The airline will remain as the Official Main Sponsor of the Spanish club until 2026 – making it the longest jersey sponsorship in [...]

2025-01-09T07:02:53+02:00January 9th, 2025|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|