Aviation News
These Aviation News postings will keep you up-to-date on the latest developments in the aviation industry, apprised of developing trends in aircraft design and manufacturing, and informed of market trends affecting the aviation companies with the largest market shares. They will bring a new perspective on changes in the airline industry. These posts vary from new routes to donations made by airlines to charities. It will keep readers informed and engaged with all the latest news. Anything aviation related will be covered here.
Republic Airways Cancel Order for 31 Embraer E175s
US-based regional carrier Republic Airways (YX) has canceled orders for 31 Embraer E175s. According to the Brazilian manufacturer, the Indianapolis-based airline has cut their order from 100 to 69.
Red Sea Aiport to Open by End of 2023
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global (RSG), responsible for the construction of the Red Sea International Airport (RSI), has confirmed that the airport is set to open by the end of 2023.
Frontier Starts Denver-West Palm Beach Nonstop Service
This weekend, Frontier Airlines (F9) started a new service between the carrier’s hub at Denver International Airport (DEN) and Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) in Palm Beach, Florida. The service started on Sunday and is the only nonstop flight between the two cities.
Air New Zealand’s First A321neo for Domestic Operations
Air New Zealand has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321neo, which will be used on domestic flights. This is the first of seven domestic A321neos Air New Zealand will receive through 2026.
AirAsia Sells Remaining Stake to Air India
AirAsia Aviation Group has sold the remaining equity shares in AirAsia (AK) to flag carrier Air India (AI), which the Tata Group owns. The company will receive Rs1.56bn (US$18.8bn), and there will be no gain or loss on the sold shares.
BA CityFlyer Launches Aberdeen-London City Service
Today, British Airways (BA) CityFlyer launched a new route between Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) and London City Airport (LCY) for the winter season. Flights will operate from November 1 until January 22, 2023, using an Embraer E190 aircraft.
Introducing ROAM Maui, the World's Newest Semi-Private Air Carrier
ROAM Maui, a new semi-private carrier, recently launched its service between the Hawaiian island of Maui and three destinations in the mainland United States: Los Angeles, San Jose, and Seattle. ROAM is the first of its kind for Maui, as it utilizes a membership-based model specifically for Maui homeowners.
Major Chinese Airlines Expand International Routes
During the next six months, Air China (CA), China Southern Airlines (CZ), and China Eastern (MU) are expected to fly over 140 overseas routes. Even though it is still behind pre-pandemic levels, Chinese regulators’ confidence in air travel is gradually increasing, according to the Chinese news outlet Global Times.
Air France-KLM Confirms Interest in TAP
Air France-KLM has said it is interested in taking a stake in TAP Air Portugal (TP). At the group’s Q3 press conference, Chief Executive Officer Ben Smith stated that TP might be an “option.”
Frontier Airlines to Launch All-You-Can-Fly Pass
Denver-based Frontier Airlines (F9) has announced that beginning in the spring of 2023, passengers can purchase an unlimited travel pass called the “GoWild!”. The carrier hopes that this pass will help them fill seats that would otherwise be empty.
Norwegian Trialing Expansion beyond Nordics with Riga base
Oslo-based Norwegian Air Shuttle (DY) plans to base two aircraft at Riga International Airport (RIX) for the summer of 2023 to test the viability of expanding its network beyond its current market. The low-cost carrier is set to add more Boeing 737 MAX to its fleet, mainly Boeing 737-8 aircraft.
Asiana to Resume Boeing 747-400 Operations
Asiana Airlines’ (OZ) only Boeing 747-400 jet is returning to operation as the airline is upping its capacity on flights to China.
Bahamasair Completes Boeing 737-500 Phase out
On October 22, 2022, Bahamasair (UP) retired the last of its Boeing 737-500 aircraft, thus ending the airline’s 10-year run with the type. Boeing produced almost 400 examples of the short-fuselage twinjet, whose first flight was in 1989. Around 70 are still flying today.
United Airlines Dreamliner Fleet Complete with Polaris Seats
United Airlines (UA) has just flown its latest Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to Xiamen, China, to be reconfigured with new Polaris cabins. With this cabin revamp, as of now, all UA Boeing 787s will have the new Polaris cabins.
Avelo Airlines Announces New East Coast Base
Today, Avelo Airlines (XP) announced its new East Coast base in Wilmington, Delaware. The launch of XP’s fourth hub at Wilmington International Airport (ILG) is slated for February 2023.
Qantas Pulls A380 Melbourne-Los Angeles First Class
According to the latest round of schedule updates surging through Qantas’ (QF) schedule, the airline will remove the first-class cabin on the Melbourne-Los Angeles route.
Conviasa to End World’s Last A340-200 Passenger Service
Venezuelan carrier Conviasa (V0) is scrapping its only Airbus A340-200 aircraft, ending the last passenger service for the type in the world.
Genoa Airport Suspends Operations amid Protest
“Cristoforo Colombo” Genoa Airport (GOA) suspended its operations today amid a protest held at the airport.
American Airlines Unveils Next-gen Admirals Club
American Airlines (AA) has released the first pictures of its next-generation Admirals Club at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
Oneworld Alliance Relocates to Texas
The oneworld Alliance will move its global headquarters to Fort Worth, Texas, where it will join founding member American Airlines (AA). The alliance headquarters are currently located in New York City. The relocation is set for this December.