NetJets Unions Coalition Relaunched Amid Ongoing Labor Discussions
The NetJets Association of Shared Aircraft Pilots (NJASAP) and Teamsters Local 284 have reestablished the NetJets Unions Coalition (NUC). This coalition, initially formed in 2014 during intense contract negotiations, represents over 3,400 pilots and approximately 575 other personnel including dispatchers, flight attendants, and mechanics at Berkshire Hathaway’s NetJets Aviation, Inc. The reformation of the coalition […]
DGCA Suspends ATC Staff Following Near-Miss Incident Between Two A320neos at Mumbai Airport
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), India’s aviation regulator, has taken decisive action following a perilous incident involving two Airbus A320neos at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. On Saturday, these aircraft, operated by IndiGo and Air India, nearly collided, prompting an immediate response from authorities. On Sunday, the DGCA confirmed the suspension […]
AerSale Corporation Opens New Aviation Facility in Millington, Tennessee, Enhancing Regional MRO Capabilities
AerSale Corporation, a prominent player in the aviation products and services sector, recently celebrated the opening of its new facility in Millington, Tennessee. This development is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to bolster its MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) capabilities and to better serve the global commercial aviation market. The chosen site for this […]
Global Market Report Reveals Diverse Trends in Aircraft Inventory and Values
The latest market reports from Sandhills Global provide a comprehensive overview of inventory levels and valuation trends across various aircraft categories, including used jets, piston single aircraft, turboprops, and Robinson piston helicopters. The reports draw on data from Sandhills’ extensive suite of aviation products like Controller, Controller EMEA, and AircraftEvaluator, among others. “We’ve been observing […]
Global Commercial Aircraft Seating Market Set for Growth, Eyes $3.11 Billion Increase by 2028
The global commercial aircraft seating market is poised for substantial growth, with projections indicating an expansion by USD 3.11 billion from 2024 to 2028, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 6.81%. This growth is largely driven by the ongoing need for cabin retrofitting aimed at enhancing passenger comfort, as airlines seek to […]
Shareholder Elliott Investment Rips Southwest Airlines for ‘Poor Execution’, Demands New Leadership
Elliott Investment Management L.P., managing funds with a substantial investment of approximately $1.9 billion in Southwest Airlines, has formally expressed its dissatisfaction with the airline’s direction in a detailed letter to the Board of Directors. The letter criticized Southwest for its steadfast adherence to outdated strategies and processes, which Elliott argues have stifled the airline’s […]
Airbus Completes BelugaXL Fleet with Final Aircraft Joining ATI
The final BelugaXL, often referred to simply as BXL, has officially joined the Airbus Transport International (ATI) fleet. This marks the culmination of the aircraft’s role as a test platform since 2018 and the completion of the six-aircraft fleet intended to enhance the company’s logistic capabilities across its European manufacturing network. The BelugaXL is an […]
Air India to Utilize Boeing 787 Dreamliner on New Bengaluru-London Route
Air India has announced the commencement of direct flights between Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru and London Gatwick Airport, starting August 18. This strategic expansion makes Bengaluru the fifth Indian city with a direct air link to the UK’s second-largest airport, marking another milestone in Air India’s expansion in the United Kingdom. The inauguration of […]
Allegiant Air Cuts Boeing 737 MAX Orders in Half Due to Production Delays
Allegiant Air, a Las Vegas-based ultra-low-cost carrier, has revised its expectations for Boeing’s delivery schedule, significantly cutting the number of 737 MAX planes it anticipates receiving this year. The airline now plans to integrate six aircraft into its fleet by the end of 2024, a reduction from the previously expected twelve. This update was announced […]
Sadoavi Set to Boost Dominican Republic’s Commercial Aviation Capacity with New AOC
Santo Domingo de Aviación (Sadoavi) is nearing completion of the certification process under the Dominican Aeronautical Regulation (RAD 121), positioning it to receive an airworthiness certificate (AOC) and enter the commercial aviation market in the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Civil Aviation Institute (IDAC) has confirmed that upon receiving the necessary certifications, the airline will be […]