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San Marino A300-600F Freighter Diverts to Ljubljana with Electrical Problem
A San Marino Executive Aviation Airbus A300-600F operating a freight service from Frankfurt to Tel Aviv diverted to Ljubljana, Slovenia with a technical problem on[more...]
JetBlue A220-300 Suffers Fuel Leak on Landing New York
A JetBlue airbus A220-300 arriving from Miami, FL was stopped clear of the runway with a suspected fuel leak after landing in New York on[more...]
United Airlines B757-200 Returns to Denver After Hydraulic Failure
A United Airlines Boeing 757-200 departing for Lihue, HI made a return to Denver, CO after reporting a hydraulic failure shortly after takeoff on 2[more...]
Qantas to Operate Two Free Evacuation Flights from Lebanon
In response to the ongoing crisis in Lebanon, Qantas will operate two non-stop flights between Cyprus and Sydney to assist Australian citizens in returning home.[more...]
WW2 US Bomb Explodes Underneath Taxiway at Japan’s Miyazaki Airport
A U.S. bomb, buried since the World War II conflict, exploded underneath a taxiway in Miyazaki Airport, Japan this week. The blast, which occurred on[more...]
Ryanair Flight Emergency Evacuation at Brindisi Airport After Engine Fire
A Ryanair flight preparing to depart from Brindisi Airport, Italy underwent an emergency evacuation on the runway after a fire broke out earlier today. Ryanair[more...]
easyJet Flight U24465 Paris-Marrakesh Declares Emergency
An easyJet flight departing Paris for Marrakesh has declared an emergency shortly after takeoff and is currently returning to Paris. easyJet flight U24465, an Airbus[more...]
Cebu Pacific Places Firm Order for 70 Airbus A321neo Aircraft
Cebu Pacific, the Philippine-based airline, has confirmed a substantial order for 70 Airbus A321neo aircraft. This agreement was initially announced in July. It was officially[more...]
Emirates Deploys Retrofitted B777 on Riyadh Route
Emirates has made Riyadh its first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) destination to receive the refurbished Boeing 777. This upgrade brings an enhanced travel experience to[more...]
Japan Airlines Flight JL46 Paris-Tokyo Declares Emergency
In the last few moments, Japan Airlines flight JL46, originally bound for Tokyo from Paris, has declared an emergency near Basel. At the moment, the[more...]
Ryanair Tyre Explosion Causes Flight Disruption at Milan Bergamo Airport
A Ryanair aircraft landing at Milan Bergamo Airport suffered a tyre explosion, resulting in a significant disruption to airport operations. The aircraft’s tyre exploded during[more...]
Air New Zealand A321neo Diverts to Auckland After Hard Landing in Wellington
An Air New Zealand Airbus A321-200 arriving from Brisbane, Australia suffered a tail strike after a hard touchdown in Wellington, New Zealand on 26 September[more...]
Braathens A319-100 Suffers Hydraulic Failure on Approach to Rhodes
A Braathens Airbus A319-100 arriving from Gothenburg, Sweden reported a hydraulic systems failure during its approach to Rhodes, Greece on 25 September 2024. Braathens flight[more...]
A Look at the A321XLR: From Production to Customer Handover
Over the summer, the Airbus A321XLR received the first of its two type certifications. This milestone followed what was an extensive testing and certification process.[more...]
Mavi Gok B737-900 Reports Engine Problem on Approach to Hannover
A Mavi Gok Airlines Boeing 737-900 operating a service from Antalya, Turkey to Hannover experienced an engine issue on approach to Hannover Airport on 19[more...]
British Airways Flight BA1306 London-Aberdeen Declares Emergency
A British Airways flight operating from London Heathrow to Aberdeen has declared an emergency whilst enroute. British Airways flight BA1306, an Airbus A319-100, declared the[more...]
China Eastern Inaugurates New Shanghai-Venice Route
In a significant move to enhance international travel and strengthen ties between China and Italy, Shanghai has seen its first direct flight route to Venice.[more...]
Air Serbia A319-100 Rejects Takeoff at London Heathrow Due to Engine Failure
An Air Serbia Airbus A319-100 preparing to depart for Belgrade rejected takeoff at London Heathrow after an engine failure on 20 September 2024. Air Serbia[more...]
JetBlue A220 Diverts to New York JFK With Burning Odor Onboard
A JetBlue Airbus A220-300 departing New York LaGuardia for West Palm Beach, FL diverted to New York JFK after detecting a burning odour on board[more...]
Southwest Cuts Atlanta Routes Ahead Of Key Investor Meeting
Southwest Airlines has announced plans to reduce its services in Atlanta, Georgia. This decision is part of a broader strategy to cut costs and improve[more...]
Jet2 Announces Early Launch of Summer 2026 Program
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have unveiled their largest-ever Summer 2026 programme, offering flights and holidays to 57 sun-soaked and vibrant city destinations. Bookings are now open[more...]
Boom Supersonic XB-1 Demonstrator Completes Fourth and Fastest Test Flight
Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 demonstrator aircraft is making steady progress towards achieving Mach 1 in its comprehensive flight test program. Since its first flight on March[more...]
TAP Air Portugal E190 Declares Emergency, Diverts to Casablanca
A TAP Air Portugal Embraer ERJ-190 operating a scheduled service from Marrakech to Lisbon declared an emergency and diverted to Casablanca earlier today. Flight TP1453,[more...]
Two Passengers Injured During United Airlines TCAS Response
Two passengers on board a scheduled United airlines flight were reportedly injured when flight crew manoeuvred in response to a TCAS resolution advisory on 19[more...]
WestJet to Support Weather Forecasting Collaboration With FLYHT and NOAA
FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd. announced a new collaboration with WestJet Airlines and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This endeavour will advance weather forecasting[more...]
DHL B737-300F Makes Two Returns to Amsterdam With Flap Problem
A DHL Air Austria Boeing 767-300F freighter made two returns to Amsterdam with a wing flap problem on 18 September 2024. DHL flight QY6700, a[more...]
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Lands in Portland After Passenger’s iPad Catches Fire
A passengers iPad device overheated and caught fire as a Hawaiian Airlines A330-200 was making an arrival into Portland on 20 September 2024. Hawaiian airlines[more...]
United Airlines to Lease 20 Airbus A321neo Aircraft From SMBC
United Airlines has solidified its commitment to fleet growth and sustainability by entering into a significant lease agreement with SMBC Aviation Capital. The deal involves[more...]
SAS Announces Major Copenhagen Hub Expansion
SAS has announced plans to significantly expand its Copenhagen hub starting with the summer 2025 schedule, solidifying its position as a key international gateway to[more...]
Delta Air Lines A330 Returns to New York With Fumes in the Cabin
A Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-900 bound for London made a return to New York after fumes were detected in the cabin on 12 September[more...]
Mouse Causes SAS Flight to Divert to Copenhagen
A Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Copenhagen after a mouse was spotted onboard. The incident occurred on September[more...]
United Airlines B787-10 Chicago-Frankfurt Declares Emergency
A United Airlines Boeing 787-10 operating a service from Chicago to Frankfurt has declared an emergency whilst approaching Frankfurt. United flight UA907 declared an emergency[more...]
American Airlines B737-800 Returns to Dallas With Hydraulic Issue
An American Airlines Boeing 737-800 operating a service from Dallas, TX to Greenville, NC returned to Dallas after reporting a hydraulic issue on 18 September[more...]
San Francisco 49ers and United Airlines Launch SAF Pilot Project
The San Francisco 49ers have scored a major victory for sustainability, becoming the first NFL team to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This new initiative,[more...]
DGCA Grounds Crew After IndiGo A321neo Tailstrike in Delhi
An IndiGo Airbus A321neo departing for Bengaluru suffered a tail strike during takeoff from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on September 9, 2024. IndiGo flight[more...]
Boeing Plans Temporary Layoffs Amid Machinist’s Strike
Boeing has announced plans to furlough workers in the coming weeks to conserve cash during the ongoing labor disputes. This decision was made as part[more...]
Passengers Injured During Delta Air Lines Depressurization Event in Salt Lake City
A Delta Air Lines Boeing 737-900, operating a flight from Salt Lake City, UT to Portland, OR was forced to make a return after the[more...]
Trip Report: IndiGo A321neo Bengaluru to Mumbai
IndiGo, which is the India’s largest airline, launched a new set of menu items and decided to overhaul its packing system to make it more[more...]
Toronto-Bound Jazz Air CRJ-900 Suffers Elevator Issue
A Jazz Air Canadair CRJ-900 operating a service from Newark, NJ to Toronto noted an elevator indication problem during the flight’s departure on 9 September[more...]
Brisbane Airport International Terminal Set For a Major Transformation
Brisbane Airport’s International Terminal is set for a revolutionary transformation as part of the ambitious $5 billion Future BNE project. This extensive renovation marks the[more...]
ANA B787-8 Diverts to Okinawa With Brake Problem
An All Nippon Airways (ANA) Boeing 787-8 operating a service from Tokyo to Ishigaki, Japan made a diversion to Okinawa after experiencing a technical issue[more...]
London Stansted Reflects On A Record-Breaking Summer 2024
London Stansted Airport has concluded the bulk of it’s Summer 2024 operation and has reflected on a record-breaking period. The airline has outlined their numbers[more...]
Air India Express Takes Delivery of 7 Leased Boeing 737-8 Aircraft
Jackson Square Aviation (JSA) has successfully completed the delivery of seven Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Air India Express. This marks the conclusion of a significant[more...]
Emirates Set to Receive First Airbus A350 in October
Emirates is now set to welcome the delivery of its first Airbus A350 aircraft in October 2024. The airline expects to receive five A350-900s by[more...]
Turkish Airlines Adds New Sydney Service to Network
Turkish Airlines expands its global reach by adding Sydney, Australia’s largest city, to its extensive flight network. This marks the airline’s second venture into the[more...]
LATAM Cargo To Triple Flights out of Brussels Airport
Brussels Airport has this week announced that LATAM Cargo will triple it’s flights, representing strong growth in their arrangements. The airport has outlined how this[more...]
Iran Air To Be Sanctioned Heavily By France, Germany & The UK
News has been released this week stating that Iran Air will be sanctioned heavily by France, Germany and the United Kingdom. This comes following news[more...]
Founder of Jet2 Sells More Shares Following Airline’s Successes
The founder of Jet2, Phillip Meeson, has sold more of his shares in the carrier following their strong successes over the course of 2024. It[more...]
VietJet Increases Taiwan & Hong Kong Flights
For VietJet, there is growth out of their operations through the addition of more flights to Taiwan and Hong Kong. The carrier has outlined their[more...]
A Major Milestone!: Riyadh Air Begins Proving Flights
In the last 30 minutes, Riyadh Air has just announced a major milestone: They will begin proving flights from Riyadh starting tomorrow (September 12). The[more...]
Melbourne Airport: Increased Capacity Sees Boost in International Visitors
Melbourne Airport is experiencing a significant surge in international passenger traffic, fueled by increased capacity to key global markets. In August 2024 alone, a staggering[more...]
Qantas Inaugurates Historic Brisbane-Port Vila Route
For the first time ever, Qantas has launched direct flights from Brisbane to Port Vila, Vanuatu’s picturesque capital. The maiden voyage, QF159, operated by a[more...]
Airbus Beluga XL Saint Nazaire-Hamburg Declares Emergency
An Airbus Transport International Beluga XL operating a flight from Saint Nazaire to Hamburg has declared an emergency whilst enroute. ATI Beluga XL registered F-GXLI,[more...]
Preliminary Report into Fatal Voepass ATR 72 Crash Shows Ice Warning Activated Several Times
A preliminary investigation into the recent Voepass ATR crash suggests that icing may have been a significant contributing factor to the accident. The preliminary report[more...]
Jet2 Adds Manchester Flights for Champions League and Europa League Matches
In a move that’s sure to please football enthusiasts across the Northwest, Jet2 has significantly bolstered its Manchester Airport schedule to support Champions League and[more...]
Scoot Boeing 787 Melbourne-Singapore Suffers Engine Issue
Earlier this week, a Scoot Boeing 787 operating a flight between Melbourne and Singapore suffered an engine issue, prompting a diversion to Jakarta. Information has[more...]
American Airlines Unveils Major Expansion in Summer 2025 Flights
American Airlines has this week unveiled a major expansion in flights for it’s Summer 2025 operation, highlighting strong growth overseas. Furthermore, the airline has given[more...]
Ryanair Launches Two New Madrid Flights, Still Not Happy with AENA
Ryanair has this week announced the launch of two new flights out of Madrid, but have still expressed unhappiness at airport operator AENA. The airline[more...]
Emirates Launches First Ever Flights to Antananarivo, Madagascar
Emirates has this week launched it’s first ever flights from Dubai to Antananarivo, Madagascar, as the airline’s global footprint grows further. This new destination is[more...]
Jet2 To Serve The Amalfi Coast from Manchester & Birmingham
Jet2 has this week announced plans to serve flights to The Amalfi Coast from their UK operations of Manchester & Birmingham. Furthermore, the airline is[more...]
Delta Air Lines 737-800 Returns to Las Vegas With Wing Flap Problem
A Delta Air Lines Boeing 737-800 operating the service to Los Angeles, CA made a precautionary return to Las Vegas due to a technical issue[more...]
easyJet Flight U247 Belfast-Leeds Declares Emergency
An easyJet flight operating from Belfast to Leeds has declared an emergency after holding at the destination. easyJet flight U247 attempted an arrival into Leeds[more...]
UK-Bound Air India Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Russia
A UK-bound Air India Boeing 787-8 was forced to make a precautionary landing in Moscow, Russia on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. The aircraft, en route[more...]
Spirit Airlines Flight Suffers Damage Due to Hailstorm in Nashville
A Spirit Airlines flight bound to Los Angeles had to make an emergency return back to it’s departure field of Nashville following a hailstorm causing[more...]
Heart Aerospace and Loganair Partner to Revolutionize UK Regional Air Travel
Swedish hybrid-electric plane manufacturer Heart Aerospace and UK regional airline Loganair have announced an exciting partnership. The two operators aim to make regional flights in[more...]
Air France AF6 Paris-New York Declares Emergency
An Air France flight operating from Paris to New York has declared an emergency and is diverting to Brest. Air France flight AF6, a Boeing[more...]
Malaysia Airlines A330 Returns to Kuala Lumpur With Transponder and Hydraulic Problems
A Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330-300 operating the service from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul, South Korea was forced to make a return to the origin airport[more...]
TUI Flight BY342 Manchester-Ohrid Declares Emergency
A TUI Airways flight operating from Manchester to Ohrid, Macedonia declared an emergency before diverting to Frankfurt on 1 September 2024. TUI flight BY342, a[more...]
Virgin Atlantic Flight VS226 Orlando-Edinburgh Declares Emergency
A Virgin Atlantic Airbus 350 operating a long-haul service from Orlando, Florida to Edinburgh, Scotland declared an emergency whilst en route to the destination on[more...]
Christchurch Airport Sees Revenues and Profits Rise in FY24
Christchurch Airport has unveiled impressive financial results for the 2024 fiscal year. The report showcases a significant boost in dividends, reflecting successful diversification efforts and[more...]
Global Air Cargo Demand Rises for 8th Consecutive Month
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that global air cargo demand continued its impressive trajectory in July 2024. It posted a robust 13.6%[more...]
Qanot Sharq A320-200 Diverts to Merzifon After Cabin Pressure Loss
A Qanot Sharq Airbus A320-200 operating between Istanbul, Turkey and Samarkand, Uzbekistan made an emergency diversion to Merzifon after losing cabin pressure on 26 August[more...]
Hundreds of Heathrow Border Force Officers Set to Take Strike Action
Hundreds of Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport are set to strike from August 31 to September 3 in a dispute over new, inflexible rosters.[more...]
Turkish Airlines TK3 Istanbul-New York Diverts to Keflavik with Engine Failure
It has emerged that Turkish Airlines flight TK3 between Istanbul & New York had to divert to Keflavik today due to an engine failure. Information[more...]
SAS Reports Strong Revenue Increase and Passenger Growth in Q2
SAS Scandinavian Airlines has released its Q2 2024 performance figures. The report reveals a story of growth and resilience in a challenging market environment. The[more...]
Ryanair Flight FR654 Tenerife-Prestwick Declares Emergency
In the last few moments, Ryanair flight FR654 between Tenerife and Prestwick has declared an emergency. Furthermore, EI-EMB is the aircraft involved in the incident.[more...]
Frontier Airlines: 11 New Routes Across 15 Airports This Fall
Frontier Airlines, the ultra-low fare carrier listed on NASDAQ (ULCC), is set to launch 11 new routes across 15 airports this fall. The expansion, scheduled[more...]
EXCLUSIVE: airBaltic & The Success Story – Interview with CEO Martin Gauss
AviationSource got the opportunity to sit down with airBaltic CEO Martin Gauss this week. We discussed the airline’s current position on their 29th birthday, as[more...]
What Is It Like To Fly on Vistara As A Passenger?
Vistara is a major airline within the Indian market, so what is it like to fly onboard with them as a passenger? AviationSource writer Gaurav[more...]
United Airlines 737-900 Loses Nose Gear Tire on Departure From Denver
To provide the best experiences, we and our partners use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow[more...]
Aer Lingus Slashes Dublin-London Service Amid Pilot Strike and Airport Cap
Aer Lingus has announced plans to reduce its Dublin-London service starting in the winter of 2024. The airline’s decision comes in response to ongoing pilot[more...]
What Is It Like To Fly On Air France As A Passenger?
Air France is a strong legacy carrier within Europe. What is it like to fly on the airline as a passenger? AviationSource writer Gaurav Gowda[more...]
Boeing Whistleblower Points to Electrical Issues With Ethiopian 737 MAX Crash Aircraft
A former Boeing employee-turned-whistleblower, has released documents through the Foundation for Aviation Safety that suggest an electrical malfunction may have potentially contributed to the Ethiopian[more...]
Qantas Flight QF6 Rome-Perth Suffers Incident on Landing
Information has emerged yesterday of Qantas flight QF6 from Rome suffering an incident on landing into Perth. Such details are limited on this, but below[more...]
United Airlines UA2108 Newark-Orlando Declares Emergency
In the last few moments, United Airlines flight UA2108 between Newark and Orlando has declared an emergency. Furthermore, N17133 is understood to be involved in[more...]
Maldives Travel: Qatar Airways Firms Interline Agreement with Maldivian
Qatar Airways and Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, have announced a new interline partnership. The agreement will offer travelers seamless connectivity to the[more...]
BBN Airlines Indonesia Expands Reach with Australian Approval
BBN Airlines Indonesia, an Indonesian airline specializing in ACMI Leasing, air charter flights, and air freight services, has achieved a significant milestone with the recent[more...]
A Done Deal!: Qatar Airways Secures 25% Stake in Airlink
For Qatar Airways & Airlink, it’s a done deal; The Doha-based carrier has secured a 25% stake in the South African carrier, in a gamechanger[more...]
Wizz Air Flight W43072 Eindhoven-Bucharest Declares Emergency
A Wizz Air flight operating from Eindhoven to Bucharest has declared an emergency whilst enroute and is currently diverting to Nuremberg. Wizz Air flight W43072,[more...]
Malaysia Airlines MH386 Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai Declares Emergency
In the last 15-20 minutes, Malaysia Airlines flight MH386 operating a flight to Shanghai declared an emergency not long after departure from Kuala Lumpur. Information[more...]
Flair Airlines Battles Network Disruptions Amid Severe Toronto Weather
Flair Airlines, Canada’s leading low-fare carrier, experienced significant network disruptions on Saturday, August 17, due to severe weather conditions in Toronto (YYZ). To prioritize passenger[more...]
Royal Air Maroc 737-800 Suffers Runway Excursion on Landing in Monrovia
A Royal Air Maroc Boeing 737-800 operating a service from Casablanca, Morocco to Monrovia, Liberia suffered a runway excursion on landing in Monrovia on 17[more...]
Bag Catches Fire at Mumbai Airport: Ethiopian Airlines Flight Halted, 5 Arrested
Police arrested five persons at Mumbai Airport (BOM) on 16 August after a bag containing chemicals caught fire. Ground staff were about to load the[more...]
IndiGo Boosts Connectivity to Singapore, Kuwait, and Colombo
IndiGo, India’s leading airline, is set to significantly boost international connectivity from key South and Central Indian hubs starting October 2024. The expansion includes exciting[more...]
Zurich Airport Sees Steady Growth in July Passenger Traffic
Zurich Airport, Switzerland’s largest international airport, has reported impressive growth in passenger numbers for July 2024. The airport serves as a major hub for Swiss[more...]
Singapore Airlines Adjusts Flights For Summer 2025
Singapore Airlines has this week adjusted their flights ahead of the Summer 2025 season, which sees some changes. This was briefly touched upon in an[more...]
Etihad Airways To Send The Airbus A380 to Mumbai
Etihad Airways has this week revealed that they will send the Airbus A380 to Mumbai for a four month period starting next month. Also, it[more...]
Alaska Airlines AS3491 San Francisco-Jackson Diverts to Salt Lake City Due to Pilot Qualification Issue
Information has emerged of an incident involving a pilot qualification issue onboard Alaska Airlines flight AS3491 San Francisco-Jackson which diverted to Salt Lake City. Such[more...]
Alaska-Hawaiian Merger Finalization Nears as DOJ Review Period is Extended
Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines have announced a further extension on the US Department of Justice (DOJ) review of their proposed merger agreement. The Department[more...]
WestJet Fleet Faces Long Repair Period After Calgary Hailstorm
More than 10 per cent of WestJet’s fleet continues to undergo inspection and repairs. The damage arose from a the storm system that impacted the[more...]
EL AL Israel Airlines Firms Record Order For Up to 31 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft
Boeing [NYSE: BA] and EL AL Israel Airlines have today confirmed that the Israeli flag carrier has finalized an agreement for up to 31 737 MAX[more...]
American Airlines Flight AA2275 St. Louis-Philadelphia Declares Emergency
In the last few moments, American Airlines flight AA2275 from St. Louis has just made an emergency landing into Philadelphia following a 7700 squawk declaration[more...]
Archer Aviation and FFG Collaboration: 116 Midnight eVTOL Aircraft
Archer Aviation Inc. and Future Flight Global (FFG) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at deploying electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) services across major[more...]
Southwest Airlines 737-700 Diverts to Fresno With Engine Problem
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700 operating a service from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA diverted to Fresno due to an engine issue on 7[more...]
airBaltic Places Order for 10 Additional Airbus A220 Aircraft
airBaltic has confirmed an incremental order for the uptake of an additional 10 Airbus A220-300 single aisle aircraft. This new and fourth reorder will take[more...]
JetBlue ERJ-190: Park Brake Indicator On During Approach to Washington DCA
A Jetblue Embraer ERJ-190 operating scheduled service from Boston, MA to Washington National (DCA), DC reported a technical issue whilst on approach to the destination[more...]
Air New Zealand Unveils New 787 Cabin Emergency Evacuation Trainer
Air New Zealand is planning to introduce a state-of-the-art 787 Cabin Emergency Evacuation Trainer at its Auckland Training Centre. This new training device offers a[more...]
Fiji Airways To Launch New Nadi-Dallas Flights in December
Fiji Airways has this week revealed plans to launch new flights between Nadi and Dallas Fort-Worth International Airport. This represents a significant milestone in the[more...]
SAS Showcases July 2024 Figures
August 7, saw SAS release their July 2024 traffic figures, showcasing a steady growth when compared to previous years. This article will cover the details[more...]
Dubai International Airport Fuels Regional Growth in H1 2024
Dubai International Airport (DXB) has broken previous records, welcoming an unprecedented 44.9 million passengers in the first half of 2024. This 8% year-on-year increase not[more...]
Cathay Group Unveils Ambitious HK$100 Billion Investment Plan
Cathay Group, a major player in the Asian aviation industry, has announced a significant investment plan of over HK$100 billion over the next seven years.[more...]
NTSB Boeing Hearing Reveals a Culture of Pressure and Lack of Accountability
The first day of the NTSB hearing into the 737 MAX door plug incident painted a disturbing picture of Boeing’s company culture of pressure and[more...]
Korean Air Flight KE197 Seoul-Ulaanbaatar Suffers Turbulence: 14 Injured
Information has emerged that 14 people were injured onboard Korean Air flight KE197 between Seoul & Ulaanbaatar last weekend due to turbulence.Limited information on the[more...]
Norse Atlantic Airways Completes Historic Flight from Norway to Australia
Norse Atlantic Airways has successfully completed the first-ever nonstop flight from Norway to Australia. This historic charter flight was operated on behalf of Albastar S.A.[more...]
Ryanair Flight Returns to Bucharest With Airspeed Indicator Issue
A Ryanair Boeing 737 operating from Bucharest, Romania to Paris, France made a return to the origin airport on 31 July 2024 due to a[more...]
Jet2 Flight LS998 Fuerteventura-Manchester Declares Emergency
In the last few moments, Jet2 flight LS998 between Fuerteventura & Manchester has declared an emergency. G-LSAN is understood to be the aircraft involved in[more...]
Delta Flight DL2683 Minneapolis-Houston Suffers Smoke in Cabin
Earlier this week, Delta Air Lines flight DL2683, originally bound for Houston, had to make an emergency return to Minneapolis due to smoke in the[more...]
AirAsia Cambodia Launches First International Flight to Kuala Lumpur
AirAsia Cambodia (KT) has achieved a significant milestone this week, launching its first international flight from Phnom Penh to Kuala Lumpur. This inaugural flight comes[more...]
Airlines Cancel Flights Out of Beirut & Tel Aviv Amid Tensions
Airlines have been cancelling flights out of Beirut & Tel Aviv amid the continued tensions in the region. This comes at the same time that[more...]
US Air Travel: What Are the Most Sought-After Airplane Seats?
A recent study by Upgraded Points has unveiled fascinating insights into the seating preferences of U.S. airline passengers. What are the best airplane seats, according[more...]
Southwest Launches Major Customer Experience Transformation Plan
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has announced a series of initiatives aimed at elevating the customer experience, improving financial performance, and driving shareholder value. These[more...]
Air New Zealand’s Carbon Reduction Strategy Shift: A Closer Look
Air New Zealand's Carbon Reduction Strategy Shift: A Closer Look To provide the best experiences, we and our partners use technologies like cookies to store[more...]
Navigating Challenges in H1 2024 – AviationSource News
Airbus SE (AIR) has released its financial results for the first half of 2024. The results highlight the resilience and strategic focus of its commercial[more...]
Ryanair Speaks Out on Athens Airport Unjustified Tax Increases
In the past week, European carrier, Ryanair, has challenged Athens Airport (ATH) in Greece, over unjustified tax increases.Ryanair’s Challenge Against AthensSenior Comments This article will[more...]
United Airlines Flight To Guam Returns to Tokyo With Issue
Last weekend, United Airlines flight UA848 bound for Guam had to return to Tokyo Haneda due to a problem in the cockpit.United Airlines UA848 –[more...]
Delta Air Lines DL137 Amsterdam-Detroit Diverts to Goose Bay with Problem
On July 25, Delta Air Lines flight DL137 from Amsterdam to Detroit was forced to divert to Goose Bay with a problem onboard.Goose Bay Diversion!:[more...]
Record Revenue Amid External Challenges in Q2
Southwest Airlines has released its second quarter 2024 financial results, revealing a mixed picture of record revenues alongside challenges that have prompted a comprehensive strategic[more...]
United Airlines UA888 San Francisco-Beijing Declares Emergency
A United Airlines flight operating from San Francisco to Beijing has declared an emergency following an attempted approach to the destination. United Airlines flight UA888[more...]
WestJet to Launch Daily Non-Stop Seattle-Kelowna Service
WestJet has announced the launch of daily non-stop service connecting Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The new service is scheduled to[more...]
Just Stop Oil Activists Block Gatwick Airport Departure Gates
7 Just Stop Oil supporters have disrupted passenger departures at London Gatwick Airport this morning, Monday 29 July 2024. The activists have targeted departures from[more...]
JEKTA & Seaplane Asia – 14 PHA-ZE 100 Aircraft Ordered
During this years Farnborough International Airshow, JEKTA and Seaplane Asia signed a new agreement for 14 PHA-ZE 100 aircraft.JEKTA & Seaplane Asia – 14 New[more...]
Finnair Doubles Down on Helsinki-London Heathrow Flights
Finnair has this week revealed plans to double down on their existing flights between Helsinki and London Heathrow. It is understood the carrier will be[more...]
Loganair Flight Diverts to Aberdeen After In-Flight Engine Shutdown
A Loganair ATR 42-600 operating a regional flight between Sumburgh and Glasgow was diverted to Aberdeen after shutting down an engine in flight due to[more...]
Wahs Vegas! Air New Zealand to Run Charter Flight to NRL Las Vegas
NZ Warriors supporters can now fly directly to Las Vegas for the 2025 season opener, thanks to Air New Zealand’s Grabaseat special charter flight.Flight NZ1995[more...]
Aer Lingus Flight EI738 Dublin-Palma de Mallorca Declares Emergency
TOUCHDOWN! TOUCHDOWN! Aer Lingus flight EI738 from Dublin to Palma de Mallorca has appeared to have touched down safely into Nantes following it’s emergency broadcast[more...]
Farnborough Air Show 2024: A Look Inside The Virgin Atlantic Airbus A330neo
During the Farnborough Air Show 2024, AviationSource got the opportunity to take a look inside the Virgin Atlantic Airbus A330neo. The Virgin Atlantic Airbus A330neo[more...]
An Aviation Message in a Bottle
If ever there was an aviation message in a bottle, then perhaps Farnborough Air Show 2024 is it. Or to be more precise – multiple[more...]
IAG’s Air Europa Takeover Appears Grounded by EU
IAG’s ambitious plan to acquire Air Europa is facing a turbulent takeoff, with the European Union (EU) proving a formidable obstacle. The proposed merger, which[more...]
A Shift in Focus for Manufacturers?
Farnborough Air Show 2024 has so far brought what might be characterized as a shift in focus across the main aircraft manufacturers. The dynamic this[more...]
Saurya Airlines CRJ-200 Crashes on Takeoff in Kathmandu
A Saurya Airlines CRJ-200 aircraft has crashed during takeoff from Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) on Wednesday, 24 July 2024.Saurya Airlines CRJ-200 AccidentTribhuvan International Airport:[more...]
Farnborough Air Show Recap Day 2: Airbus Gains Momentum
Day 1 of the Farnborough International Air Show saw an early swing towards Boeing acquisitions. Boeing, who had signaled a more subdued presence this year[more...]
Air India to Deploy Airbus A350-900 on Key US Routes
Air India has unveiled plans to deploy its Airbus A350-900 aircraft on key US routes. Starting November 1, 2024, the airline will deploy the widebody[more...]
Farnborough Air Show Recap Day 1: Boeing Opens Proceedings Strongly
The Farnborough International Air Show has convened again this year, marking a key event for the aerospace industry. Held biennially, Farnborough traditionally serves as a[more...]
Farnborough Air Show 2024 (FIA24) Live News & Coverage!
Welcome to our FIA24 Coverage! Hello and welcome to our live coverage of news from the Farnborough Air Show 2024 (FIA24)! As mentioned, be sure[more...]
VINCI Airports Passenger Traffic Rose in Q2
On July 16, 2024, private airport operator, VINCI Airports, has reported its Q2 2024 passenger traffic statistics. This article will cover the details surrounding VINCI[more...]
Avianca Flight Returns to Bogota: Passenger Phone Battery Overheating
An Avianca flight operating from Bogotá, Colombia to São Paulo, Brazil was forced to return to Bogotá after an issue with a passenger’s mobile phone[more...]
Southwest Airlines Flight Comes Within 150 Feet of Crashing in Tampa
News has emerged of a Southwest Airlines flight that was 150 feet from the ground in Tampa when on approach into the airport. Information has[more...]
Auckland Airport Redevelopment: Domestic Airlines Raise Concerns
New Zealand’s domestic airlines operating from Auckland Airport have welcomed the Commerce Commission’s draft report on Price Setting Event 4 (PSE4, 2023-2027). The report reveals[more...]
Alaska Air Group: Resilience and Strategic Growth in Q2 2024
Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, showing resilience and strategic positioning in a competitive airline[more...]
Farnborough Air Show 2024: Qatar Airways To Unveil QSuite Next Gen
Qatar Airways has revealed that they will be unveiling their brand new QSuite Next Gen business class offering at the Farnborough Air Show 2024 next[more...]
Jet2 Flight LS245 Leeds-Split Makes Emergency Landing in Manchester
It has emerged that Jet2 flight LS245 from Leeds to Split had to make an emergency landing at Manchester Airport on July 14. Information has[more...]
Hong Kong International Airport Launches Incentive Scheme to Encourage Flights
The Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has launched a new incentive scheme aimed at enhancing HKIA’s position as a leading international aviation hub. The newly[more...]
JetBlue Flight B644 to New York Returns to London With Problem Onboard
Earlier today, JetBlue flight B644 bound for New York JFK had to make a u-turn back to London Gatwick with a problem onboard. Information is[more...]
Dealing With Challenges of Monsoon Season
As one of five ‘tabletop’ airports in India, Mangaluru International Airport faces challenges in the monsoon season. Surrounded by lush green forest, it attracts a[more...]
Sierra Space Partners Aim to Bring Dream Chaser Spaceplane to Oita, Japan
Sierra Space has expanded its global network of support for the revolutionary Dream Chaser® spaceplane. The company revealed that two additional partners have joined the[more...]
Coulson Aviation Secures $400 Million Contract with NSW Rural Fire Service
Coulson Aviation has won a $400 million (AUD) contract with the New South Wales (NSW) Rural Fire Service (RFS). This 10-year agreement, awarded through a[more...]
British Airways BA369 Marseille-London Declares Emergency
TOUCHDOWN! TOUCHDOWN! British Airways flight BA369 from Marseille and originally bound for London, has appeared to have touched down safely into Lyon following it’s emergency[more...]
Qantas Launches Direct 787-9 Dreamliner Flights Between Perth and Paris
Qantas has inaugurated a new 787-9 Dreamliner service between Australia and France with its first direct flight from Perth to Paris. This marks the airline’s[more...]
SunExpress Completes Phase One of Finlets
On July 10, SunExpress announced that they have completed the first phase of using VCT Finlets on their Boeing 737-800s.SunExpress VCT FinletsSenior Comments This article[more...]
London Stansted Airport Hits Milestones, Has A Great June
London Stansted Airport revealed some strong milestones as they have a great June in terms of performance. The airport had a great four week period[more...]
The New Air France-KLM & SAS Codeshare Explained
Earlier this week, Air France-KLM & SAS signed new codeshare and interlining agreements, as ties between the two sides get closer. It is understood that[more...]
Perth Airport Breaks Passenger Record, Fueling Western Australia’s Aviation Boom
In a landmark achievement for Western Australia’s aviation sector, Perth Airport has soared to new heights, breaking its annual passenger record in the 2024 fiscal[more...]
Nigeria’s Ibom Air Expands Fleet with New Airbus A220-300
Ibom Air, Nigeria’s growing airline, is set to bolster its operations with the addition of a new Airbus A220-300 to its fleet. This strategic move[more...]
Nolinor Aviation Pioneers Virtual Reality Pilot Training in Canada
Canada’s Nolinor Aviation has taken a ground-breaking step in pilot training. The operator recently announced the integration of virtual reality (VR) technology into its training[more...]
Vertical Aerospace Gains Expanded eVTOL Certification Authority from UK CAA
Vertical Aerospace [NYSE: EVTL], a pioneer in eVTOL zero-emissions aviation, has achieved a significant milestone in its journey towards aircraft certification. The UK Civil Aviation[more...]
Ryanair Celebrates 30 Million Passengers at Birmingham Airport
Ryanair, Europe’s leading low-cost airline, has reached a significant milestone at Birmingham Airport (BHX). The carrier has now transported over 30 million passengers through BHX[more...]
Etihad Launches Daily Boston Flights, A350 Heads to Toronto
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has announced significant updates to its North American operations. The move comes ahead of the[more...]
Volaris Reports Strong June Results Despite Capacity Challenges
Volaris, Mexico’s leading ultra-low-cost carrier, has released its preliminary traffic results for June 2024. Despite facing challenges due to accelerated engine inspections, the airline demonstrated[more...]
American Airlines Eyes Direct San Antonio-Washington Service
American Airlines has submitted a formal application to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for a new service. The airline plans to launch daily, nonstop[more...]
Delta Air Lines 767 New York-Paris Declares Emergency
In the last few moments, a Delta Air Lines Boeing 767 from New York declared an emergency during it’s descent into Paris CDG.Emergency!: Delta Air[more...]
Cathay Pacific’s Share Buyback Signals Hong Kong Aviation Recovery
Last week, Cathay Pacific Airways announced its plan to repurchase the remaining 50 percent of preference shares held by the Hong Kong government. This move[more...]
Boeing to Plead Guilty in 737 MAX Crash Fraud Case
The Boeing Company has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from the two deadly crashes of its 737 MAX 8 airplanes.[more...]
airBaltic Adds 3 New Routes to its Winter Schedule
airBaltic, the leading Latvian airline, has announced exciting additions to its upcoming winter schedule. Three new routes will take flight from Riga (Latvia): Innsbruck (Austria),[more...]
Which UK Airports Have the Worst Traffic Jams? A Guide for Travelers
Are you planning a trip and wondering which UK airports to avoid long queues and traffic jams? Feeling flustered figuring out how early you need[more...]
United Airlines Empowers Travelers with Live Radar Maps During Delays
United Airlines is taking customer transparency a step further by providing travelers with real-time information and live radar maps. This will assist passengers with relevant[more...]
Stellantis Invests Additional $55 Million in Archer Air Taxis
Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), announced an additional $55 million investment in Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR), a pioneer in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air[more...]
SriLankan Airlines to Be Restructured Not Sold
Sri Lanka is charting a course for economic recovery, with a focus on debt restructuring and strategic partnerships. As part of that initiative, the plan[more...]
Where Does Air New Zealand Fly To? A Look at the Auckland Airline’s Presence
Air New Zealand has been in the airline industry game for nearly 60 years, but with that in mind, where does the Auckland-based airline fly[more...]
Which Are the Best Airlines for Inflight Wi-Fi?
With our worlds literally in our hands through our smartphones, we are more conditioned than ever to be constantly connected online. Best and Worst Airlines[more...]
Delta Flight DL136 Detroit-Amsterdam Makes Emergency Landing in New York: Spoiled Food
Earlier this week, Delta Air Lines flight DL136 from Detroit to Amsterdam made an emergency landing into New York following spoiled food causing sickness.Delta Air[more...]
Southwest Airlines Flight Las Vegas-Burbank Declares Emergency
In the last few moments, a Southwest Airlines flight between Las Vegas and Burbank has declared an emergency. N7823A is the aircraft involved in this[more...]
Air Europa 787 Madrid-Tel Aviv Declares Emergency
An Air Europa flight operating from Madrid to Tel Aviv has declared an emergency in the last few moments. Have squawked transponder code 7700 whilst[more...]
Qantas Flight Bound for Brisbane U-Turns to Auckland Airport with Engine Problem
Yesterday New Zealand standard time, a Qantas flight bound for Brisbane u-turned back to Auckland Airport amid an engine problem onboard.Qantas QF120 – Auckland Airport[more...]
EU Commission Grants Approval for SAS Restructuring Plan
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has achieved a significant milestone in its financial restructuring journey. The European Commission has greenlit the participation of Denmark and Sweden in[more...]
Qantas Improves Punctuality – AVS
This week, Australian flag carrier, Qantas, has reported that May was the carrier’s best punctuality rate for quite some time.Qantas’ Best Punctuality in 17 MonthsSenior[more...]
Halifax Stanfield Airport Set For Major Expansion With $8.3M Investment
In a significant move to enhance Canada’s aviation infrastructure, the federal government has announced an $8.3 million investment in Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). This[more...]
Porter Airlines Inaugurates New Routes From Montréal to California
Porter Airlines has announced the launch of new seasonal routes to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The services will[more...]
Air Canada Announces New Tulum Route and Resumed Winter Sun Services
Air Canada will launch new weekly flights from Québec City to Tulum, Mexico’s newest airport in the Yucatan peninsula, beginning 13 December, 2024. The airline will also resume non-stop services from[more...]
Ontario International Airport Prepares For Summer Travel Boom
Ontario International Airport (ONT) is gearing up for a summer unlike any other. With a busy Independence Day holiday period looming, ONT is anticipating a[more...]
Lilium Completes Tests of Its Electric Jet Engine
Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM), a frontrunner in electric aviation and Regional Air Mobility (RAM), has successfully completed the first series of tests of its electric[more...]
KLM To Launch New Amsterdam to Portland, Oregon Winter Flights
KLM has revealed this week that they will be launching new Winter flights between Amsterdam Schiphol & Portland, Oregon. It is understood they will begin[more...]
SAS To Switch to The New Terminal One at New York JFK Airport in 2026
It has been revealed this week that Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) will switch to the new Terminal One at New York JFK when it opens in[more...]
Qantas & Jetstar To Launch Port Vila Flights from Brisbane & Sydney
It has been revealed in the last hour that Qantas & Jetstar will launch flights to Port Vila in Vanuatu from Brisbane and Sydney. Both[more...]
Starflyer A320 Returns to Kitakyushu After Hydraulic Failure
A Starflyer A320-200 operating from Kitakyushu to Tokyo made a precautionary return to the origin airport following a hydraulic failure on 21 June 2024.Starflyer 7G76[more...]
Etihad Airways Operates Inaugural Service to Al Qassim
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, today celebrated the start of its flights to Al Qassim. This marks the first flight ever connecting[more...]
United A320 at Hartford: Engine Parts Detach on Departure
A United Airlines Airbus A320-200 operating out of Hartford, CT made a precautionary return to the airport after reporting potential foreign object damage on 20[more...]
Air France Opens New Lounge at Los Angeles LAX
Air France has opened its brand-new lounge in the Tom Bradley Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This new facility is mere steps from[more...]
Cargojet Freighter Returns to Cincinnati After Panel Detaches
A Cargojet freighter operating from Cincinnati to Vancouver, Canada made a return to Cincinnati after a panel detached in flight on 17 June 2024.Cargojet W81926[more...]
Air France-KLM Yearly Economic Contribution Study
The Air France-KLM Group has this week released a study showcasing their yearly economic contribution on its 20th anniversary.Air France-KLM Economic ContributionsAircraft Fleet Size This[more...]
Delta Air Lines Flights Suffer Four Incidents in 48 Hours
It has emerged that four Delta Air Lines flights suffered four different incidents in a 48 hour period between June 20-21. Information has been released[more...]
