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ACF 2024 Built to Be More Than Just An Exhibition

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) stated that the ACF 2024 that will be held in Miami, November 11-14, 2024 is being designed to be more than just an exhibition by adding unique opportunities to connect with industry peers and get your business developments in the spotlight. The ACF 2024 has been designed to be filled with plenty of opportunities for attendees to get together to do business, network and also have some fun. Golf Tournament, November 11th The golf tournament scheduled for the morning of November 11th at the Miami Beach Convention Center is set to bring together attendees that enjoy a good game of golf and offers opportunities to network with each other. Official Welcome Reception, [...]

2024-09-10T21:04:57+03:00September 10th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Boeing Pioneering Quantum Communications Technology with In-Space Test Satellite

Source: Boeing Internally-funded program set to demonstrate quantum networking in space Technology can unlock applications across commercial, civil and military sectors, including agriculture, climate science, navigation and secure communication First-of-its-kind compact design completed validation in a lab environment, with space-hardened version currently planned for 2026 in-space demonstration Boeing  announced the scheduled 2026 launch of a satellite – dubbed Q4S – which is designed to demonstrate quantum entanglement swapping capabilities on orbit. This Boeing-funded, first-of-its-kind space mission brings humanity closer to building a secure, global quantum internet that connects quantum sensors and computers. Quantum sensors are much more precise than today's state-of-the-art instruments and quantum computers have the capacity to process large amounts of data, offering potential to revolutionize an array [...]

2024-09-10T20:50:14+03:00September 10th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|
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Aviation Day Argentina Sets Agenda for Future of Sector in Country

Source: ACI-LAC The Airports Council International - Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have successfully hosted the Aviation Day Argentina in Buenos Aires. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Airports Council International - Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) successfully hosted the Aviation Day Argentina in Buenos Aires on 5 September 2024. The event brought together more than 450 attendees from across the aviation industry, the tourism sector, other stakeholders in the value chain, along with national and provincial authorities, regulators, international organizations, suppliers, representatives of the diplomatic corps and media. In addition to Peter Cerdá, IATA’s Regional Vice President for the Americas and Dr. Rafael Echevarne, General Director of ACI-LAC [...]

2024-09-09T08:09:51+03:00September 9th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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ATR Statement on Voepass Operated ATR 72-500

Source: ATR ATR has been informed of the publication of the preliminary report issued by the Brazilian investigation board CENIPA, related to the accident of the ATR 72-500 operated by Voepass, occurred on August 9th. ATR re-affirms its full support to all the authorities involved. About ATR ATR is the world number one regional aircraft manufacturer with its ATR 42 and 72, the best-selling aircraft in the below 90-seat market segment. The unifying vision of the company is to accelerate sustainable connections for people, communities and businesses, no matter how remote. Flown by some 200 airlines in over 100 countries, ATR aircraft opened 160 new routes in 2023, facilitating the development of territories and enabling access to crucial services like [...]

2024-09-09T08:02:00+03:00September 9th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|
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The WestJet Group furthers future growth with the addition of three more Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft

Source: WestJet Airline continues fleet growth with additional leased aircraft The WestJet Group has announced it will acquire three additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, from SMBC Aviation Capital. These aircraft are in addition to the six new-to-WestJet Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft the WestJet Group announced earlier this summer. "With our longstanding partner SMBC, we are thrilled to be adding three more Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to our growing fleet as we execute upon our mission of providing affordable air travel options to our guests," said Mike Scott, WestJet Group, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer. The acquisition of nine leased Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft in the last six months allows the airline to bolster its plan [...]

2024-09-09T07:32:15+03:00September 9th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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Boeing Historic Contract Offer and Tentative Agreement with IAM Districts 751 & W24

Source: Boeing Boeing has reached a tentative agreement on a historic contract offer with IAM Districts 751 & W24, which represent 33,000+ Boeing employees. See www.boeing.com/IAM2024 for details. Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Stephanie Pope shared the following in a video message to employees: "We've what's important to you for the new contract. And we have reached a tentative agreement with the union on a historic offer that takes care of you and your family. The contract offer provides the largest-ever general wage increase, lower medical cost share to make healthcare more affordable, greater company contributions toward your retirement, and improvements for a better work-life balance. Just as important, this contract deepens our commitment to the Pacific Northwest. Boeing's [...]

2024-09-09T08:23:05+03:00September 9th, 2024|MANUFACTURERS, News|
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces More than $2 Billion in Grants to Improve Airport Infrastructure Across the U.S.

Source: FAA The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced $1.9 billion for 519 grants in 48 states, Guam, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, in its fifth announcement under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). An additional $269 million was also announced in FY 2023 Supplemental Discretionary Grants to fund 62 projects at 56 U.S. airports. This competitive grant program under the Airport Improvement Program assists airport owners and operators in the development and improvement of our nation's airport system. "The Biden-Harris Administration is funding projects across the country that are making airports safer and more efficient for the passengers who travel through them and for the airport and airline employees who [...]

2024-09-09T07:38:28+03:00September 9th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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American Airlines debuts summer 2025 schedule with new routes to Europe

Source: American Airlines American will offer customers five new routes to Europe starting in summer 2025. For the first time since 2019, American will offer nonstop flights to Edinburgh, Scotland (EDI). American continues to grow its comprehensive global network, connecting more unique origin and destination pairs than any other U.S. carrier. While autumn is on the horizon, American Airlines is gearing up to bring more travelers to Europe next summer with five new routes. As the airline continues to grow its trans-Atlantic service, American will resume flights to Edinburgh, Scotland (EDI), for the first time since 2019 and add new routes to Athens, Greece (ATH); Madrid (MAD); Milan (MXP) and Rome (FCO). “We look forward to providing customers more ways [...]

2024-09-06T07:28:13+03:00September 6th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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ATL Opens First Six Gates of its Concourse D Widening Project

Source: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Similar to sprinters at the recently completed Paris Olympic games, crews and stakeholders at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) ran their own “sprint” that resulted in today’s completion of Phase 1 of ATL’s Concourse D Widening Project. The accelerated schedule for D Widening’s Phase 1 enabled the Airport and partners to complete the work and reopen six gates by the Sept. 5 deadline. Within three months of the last module being transported across runways and taxiways, the Department of Aviation constructed approximately 21,000 square feet of additional boarding-level space in Concourse D. The sections will now accommodate the newest Aircraft Design Group (ADG) III, such as the Boeing 737 Max and Airbus 321 Neo. All work was completed [...]

2024-09-06T08:12:09+03:00September 6th, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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Delta Business Traveler debuts with tailored offers for every kind of business flier

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta is the first U.S. airline to provide a dedicated program for all business travelers — regardless of their company’s size or relationship with Delta.   Flying Delta weekly for your consulting gig, sporadically for a conference or to catch that quarterly meeting? Delta now has you covered with Delta Business Traveler — a new program that rewards business travelers of all kinds, whether you’re a small business owner, a seasoned commuting road warrior or heading out on that first sales call. With Delta Business Traveler, Delta is providing even more added value to SkyMiles Members, whether they're traveling for business or leisure. Once enrolled, those travelers will receive exclusive offers, including a free trial and exclusive [...]

2024-09-06T08:29:29+03:00September 6th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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