Airbus has celebrated an important milestone with the delivery of its 12,000th commercial aircraft. The plane, however, was not built at the manufacturer's plants in Toulouse, Hamburg, Mobile or Tianjin, but in Mirabel, Canada. Delta Air Lines welcomed the delivery of its 12th A220-100, celebrating with Airbus the tremendous accomplishment of the 12,000th plane manufactured under the Airbus brand. (airwaysmag.com) 更多...
Ryanair today (May 20, 2019) reported a full year profit of €1.02 billion (excluding Lauda). Strong traffic growth, up 7% to 139m, was offset by a 6% decline in fares. Strong ancillary growth (+19%) was offset by higher fuel, staff and EU261 costs. Read More - (worldairlinenews.com) 更多...
The historic aircraft are part of the “D-Day Squadron” that left Sunday for a weeklong, trans-Atlantic flight in preparation for the commemoration of the 75th anniversary of D-Day. (www.nytimes.com) 更多...
The first Airbus A350-900 for Japan Airlines (JAL) has taken off on its maiden flight from Toulouse. The delivery of the first factory-fresh Airbus commercial airplane for the Japanese carrier is now imminent. Currently, JAL operates an all-Boeing fleet, with an average age of 10.4 years. However, the airline previously operated a fleet of 22 Airbus A300-600Rs, inherited from the merger of Japan Air System. (airwaysmag.com) 更多...
The union representing Ryanair’s British pilots will hold an indicative ballot to see if there is support for industrial action over a pay dispute, according to a letter seen by Reuters. (uk.reuters.com) 更多...
Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport and American Airlines have announced plans to develop a sixth terminal, providing a long-term commitment from the airline and opportunities for businesses and customers in the fastest growing region in the United States. The plans call for DFW to invest up to $3 to $3.5 billion in terminal improvements, including the construction of Terminal F and enhancements to Terminal C. The identified site south of Terminal D provides significant flexibility for… (worldairlinenews.com) 更多...
“Air New Zealand Ltd has decided to buy wide-body planes from Boeing Co, people with direct knowledge of the matter said, ending an 18 month battle between the U.S. aircraft maker and European rival Airbus SE. The carrier has been considering replacing eight Boeing 777-200ER aircraft (top) in a deal worth over $2 billion at list prices, though carriers typically receive steep discounts. Air New Zealand already uses Boeing wide-bodies exclusively on long-haul flights, and Airbus single-aisle jets… (worldairlinenews.com) 更多...
Following the crash of Ethiopian Airlines flight 302 that killed 157 passengers and crew, all 15 of TUI’s 737 MAX 8s have been grounded. (simpleflying.com) 更多...
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has chosen the A321LR as its private jet for luxury worldwide travel, launching a new role for the Airbus corporate jet family. (www.airbus.com) 更多...
New operations will be counterparts for the reduction of ICMS on established by the Government of the Federal District... (cmsherbert.blogspot.com) 更多...
An 18-month-long decision process is coming to an end for Air New Zealand, which is on the verge of choosing new Airbus or Boeing aircraft to replace its aging 777-200ER fleet. The two final choices, according to Reuters, are either placing additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners or opting for the Airbus A350. (airwaysmag.com) 更多...
Air New Zealand decided to grow its long-haul fleet with Boeing's new generation widebody jets. The airline was examining Boeing's 787 and 777X, and Airbus's A350 for its long-haul fleet expansion. (airlinerwatch.com) 更多...
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and chief tenant American Airlines have agreed to build a sixth passenger terminal, the first such expansion since 2005. (www.dallasnews.com) 更多...
