Griffin Global Asset Management, a commercial aircraft leasing and alternative asset management company, has recently announced the delivery of two new Airbus A350-900 aircraft to Air France. These deliveries, completed in December 2023, mark an
London Heathrow Airport experienced a significant surge in passenger traffic during the festive season of December 2023. The airport reported over 6.6 million passengers for the month, culminating in a total annual count of 79
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) achieved a record year in 2023, marking significant improvements in transportation security, efficiency, and the passenger experience. TSA screened over 858 million passengers, averaging 2.4 million per day. Notably, the
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is set to commemorate its 50th anniversary on January 13, 2024 (Today), marking half a century since its inauguration in 1974 as the country’s most modern commercial airport. The
A class-action lawsuit has been initiated against Boeing, the aircraft manufacturer, by several passengers who experienced a harrowing incident aboard an Alaska Airlines flight. The flight in question, Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, encountered a critical
Frontier Airlines has recently launched its revamped FRONTIER Miles℠ loyalty program. Initially announced in October 2023, the new scheme is designed to facilitate consumers in accumulating Travel Miles and Elite Status Points more rapidly, offering
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) has achieved a significant milestone in its operational history, recording an unprecedented level of passenger traffic. The airport witnessed over 3.2 million passengers in 2023, marking a new all-time high.
Delta Air Lines has announced a significant update to its fleet, with the addition of 20 new Airbus A350-1000 widebody aircraft. This move is part of Delta’s ongoing effort to modernize its fleet, enhance fuel
A British Airways pilot experienced a harrowing ordeal during a stopover in South Africa, according to reports. The First Officer, while shopping in Johannesburg, was kidnapped in a supermarket car park, north of the Melrose
In a record-breaking year for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), a total of 6,737 firearms were intercepted at airport security checkpoints throughout 2023. This figure not only surpasses the previous year’s record of 6,542 firearms
Breeze Airways has recently announced the introduction of eight new nonstop routes this spring, marking their first venture into San Diego. These routes will connect San Diego to Cincinnati, Jacksonville, Norfolk, Raleigh-Durham, and Pittsburgh, all
Emirates Airlines has announced an upgrade in its aircraft for flights EK127 and EK128 between Dubai and Vienna. Starting from 21 February until 30 March 2024, these flights, which were previously operated by a Boeing
JetBlue Airways has announced a significant leadership change, appointing Joanna Geraghty as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 12, 2024. Geraghty, who currently holds the positions of President and Chief Operating Officer at the
In a recent incident at Toronto Pearson International Airport, a passenger aboard an Air Canada flight bound for Dubai opened a cabin door before takeoff, where he then either jumped or fell out on to
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has mandated that the grounding of Boeing 737-9 Max aircraft equipped with plug doors will continue until they confident that the planes are safe. This directive impacts approximately 170 jets
American Airlines has announced a series of updates to its AAdvantage loyalty program, which will impact both elite and casual frequent flyers. The Fort Worth-based airline is introducing new perks for earning Loyalty Points, along
EVA Air, based in Taiwan, today confirmed a substantial purchase from Airbus, consisting of 18 A350-1000 long-range aircraft, and 15 A321neos, a single-aisle model. This acquisition marks a significant step for the airline in enhancing
United Airlines said Monday that it has discovered loose bolts on its Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft, prompting an immediate suspension of the model’s operations. This development follows a recent incident involving an Alaska Airlines
The Associated Press is reporting that the same Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 that suffered a mid-flight incident over Oregon had previous warning lights on previous flights indicating a ‘possible pressurization issue’. Jennifer Homendy,
As a result of the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 window panel blowout event, Turkish Airlines has decided to temporarily withdraw its five Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft for service inspections. This decision follows
Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) arrived in Portland, Oregon, on Saturday to commence a thorough investigation into the incident involving Alaska Airlines Flight 1282. The NTSB’s “Go Team”, comprising experts in structures,
Kansas City International Airport is set to experience an expansion in its flight offerings this year, thanks to Southwest Airlines‘ updated summer flight schedule. This expansion includes the addition of several nonstop services: Daily Nonstop
UPDATE (BREAKING): The Associated Press is reporting that Alaska Airlines has once again suspended operations of its Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet as of Sunday, in response to directives from federal authorities. This precautionary measure
On Friday, an Alaska Airlines flight traveling from Oregon to Southern California was forced to make an emergency landing following a mid-air incident that caused a portion of the aircraft’s fuselage to detach. Flight 1282,
