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ACI-LAC welcomes IDOM as new member, advancing digital and sustainable airport development in Latin America

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC welcomes IDOM as a new member, strengthening efforts toward sustainable and innovative airport development in Latin America and the Caribbean. IDOM brings its “Digital Airports” vision to enhance efficiency, passenger experience, and safety. Airports Council International – Latin America and Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to announce the addition of IDOM as a new member of the organization, further strengthening its network of strategic partners committed to the sustainable, efficient, and innovative development of the airport industry in the region. IDOM – Digital Airports is driving the future of aviation through the design of integrated, multidisciplinary airports that prioritize innovation, sustainability, and passenger experience, while always ensuring the highest standards of operational safety. Founded in 1957 and with [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-05T16:13:54+02:00February 5th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Boeing announces largest-ever Landing Gear Exchange agreement

Source: Boeing Boeing has announced the largest landing gear exchange contract in Boeing’s history at the Singapore Airshow. Under this contract, Boeing will provide landing gear exchanges for more than 75 aircraft across the 737 MAX and 787 fleets operated by the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group. The landing gear exchange program offers gear overhaul scheduling flexibility that will optimize the useful life of the gears and minimizing aircraft downtime. “Our relationship with the SIA Group is built on delivering dependable solutions,” said William Ampofo, senior vice president, Parts & Distribution and Supply Chain, Boeing Global Services. “By combining our global inventory and rapid distribution capabilities with the carrier’s maintenance planning, this agreement helps deliver parts faster and closer to operations—reducing [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-05T16:02:39+02:00February 5th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

American Airlines welcomes football fans at SFO

Source: American Airlines As football fans pour into the Bay Area, American is greeting them with a standout, game day-ready experience at its Admirals Club® lounge in Terminal 1 near Gate B13 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). American has expanded service from both Boston (BOS) and Seattle (SEA) to San Jose, California (SJC). SJC is a convenient 10 minutes away from the stadium, making for an easy, hassle-free journey before and after the game on Feb. 8. For fans routing through SFO, American’s elevated Admirals Club® lounge transforms the airport into a premium retreat offering a calm, polished space to reset before or after the biggest game of the year. A premium travel experience for event week The lounge, [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-05T16:09:56+02:00February 5th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Airbus forecasts Asia-Pacific aviation services market to reach US$138.7 Billion by 2044

Source: Airbus In its latest Global Services Forecast (GSF) for Asia-Pacific (including China and India), Airbus anticipates that total services demand in the region will grow at a 5.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2044, reaching an estimated market value of US$138.7 billion. This sustained growth will be underpinned by expanding air traffic and fleet growth. Over the next 20 years, Asia-Pacific will require 19,560 new passenger aircraft, accounting for 46% of total global demand during the forecast period. The region is also expected to remain the world’s fastest-growing air travel market, with passenger traffic rising at 4.4% annually, well above the global average of 3.6%. The Airbus GSF identifies five key services segments that will drive this growth [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-05T15:58:11+02:00February 5th, 2026|AROUND THE WORLD, MANUFACTURERS, News|

United Spotlights Starlink Wi-Fi in New Big Game Ad as Airline Completes Installation on 300+ Regional Aircraft

Source: United Airlines United has installed Starlink on most of its two-cabin regional fleet – more than 300 airplanes – in less than a year, and expects to have it onboard more than half of its mainline fleet – an additional 500 aircraft – by the end of 2026 United uses the biggest advertising stage in the world to demonstrate what's now possible at 30,000 feet thanks to Starlink Wi-Fi – like streaming live sports, playing online games and more More than 25% of the airline's daily departures now have Starlink, and Wi-Fi customer satisfaction scores on those aircraft have nearly doubled In less than a year, United has equipped most of its two-cabin regional fleet – more than 300 [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-04T07:26:35+02:00February 4th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

Avianca now includes carry-on baggage in its most affordable fare on international flights in the Americas
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Avianca now includes carry-on baggage in its most affordable fare on international flights in the Americas

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Avianca now includes carry-on baggage in its most affordable fare on international flights in the Americas

Source: Avianca Light fare tickets for international flights across the Americas will include one personal item and one carry-on bag of up to 10 kg as part of the fare’s built-in attributes. On domestic flights, the Basic fare will remain unchanged, including one personal item. A differentiated offering will continue to be maintained depending on the type of journey. This adjustment supports the progress Avianca has made throughout 2026 to strengthen its value proposition, with improvements across product, service, and connectivity. Avianca announced an update to its fare conditions applicable to tickets purchased on or after January 27, 2026. Effective immediately, Light fares on international flights across the Americas will include—among their built‑in attributes—one personal item and one carry-on bag [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-04T07:29:02+02:00February 4th, 2026|AIRLINES, News|

IATA World Cargo Symposium 2026: Advancing Air Cargo in a Dynamic World

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 World Cargo Symposium (WCS)will focus on “Advancing Air Cargo in a Dynamic World”. Under this theme, the symposium will take stock of changing global trade conditions as it examines regulatory priorities, developments in special cargo, and progress on digitalization in specialized streams. WCS will be held in Lima, Peru from 10 to 12 March hosted by LATAM Cargo. It is the first time the event will be held in South America. “Tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty have reshaped global trade and supply chains. The 3.4% growth pattern in air cargo demand in 2025 was strongly influenced by these developments and we can expect more of the same for [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-04T07:39:22+02:00February 4th, 2026|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Airbus reports strong helicopter orders in 2025
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Airbus reports strong helicopter orders in 2025

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Airbus reports strong helicopter orders in 2025

Source: Airbus Airbus Helicopters logged 544 gross orders (net: 536) in 2025, highlighting a strong market growth with a solid performance this year across the entire civil and military range. The orders came from 205 customers in 50 countries. The Company also saw a strong market momentum for its Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) in 2025. In terms of unit bookings, Airbus Helicopters secured a market share of 51% of the civil and parapublic market and its military market share rose to 28%. The Company delivered 392 helicopters in 2025. “Airbus Helicopters’ outstanding performance in 2025, marked by an order intake increase close to 20% in units, demonstrates that our modern civil and military portfolios are delivering the precise mission capabilities [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-04T07:20:14+02:00February 4th, 2026|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Airports Council International Grants International Carbon Management Certification to 11 More Aena Brasil Airports

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC is pleased to announce that the 11 airports operated by Aena Brasil have just received Level 1 certification under the ACA program Airports Council International – Latin America and Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to announce that 11 airports operated by Aena Brasil in the states of São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, and Pará have just received Level 1 certification under the ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. This level is awarded to airports that map their carbon footprint, identify emission sources, and calculate annual emissions. The certified terminals are: Congonhas International Airport (SP), Campo Grande International Airport (MS), Uberlândia International Airport (MG), Santarém International Airport (PA), Corumbá International Airport (MS), Ponta Porã International Airport [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-03T05:03:14+02:00February 3rd, 2026|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|

United Orders 110 New Aircraft with Deliveries Starting in 2028

Source: United Airlines Order builds on early success of United Next strategy and includes 50 Boeing 787-9 and 60 A321neo aircraft United also secures new options for up to 50 more Boeing 787s and new purchase rights for up to 40 A321neos at the end of the decade United Airlines has announced orders for 110 more aircraft for delivery beginning in 2028, building on the early success of United Next and adding additional flexibility for its long-term fleet. United converted previous options and purchase rights into firm orders for 50 Boeing 787-9s for delivery between 2028 through 2031, as well as 60 Airbus A321neos for delivery between 2028 and 2030. The company also secured new options for up to 50 more [...]

Jeff Peet2026-02-03T05:09:17+02:00February 3rd, 2026|AIRLINES, News|