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Planemaker

Boeing names Kelly Ortberg as new president and CEO

Boeing has appointed Kelly Ortberg as its new president and chief executive officer, effective August 8, 2024. The aerospace company’s board of directors...

Airlines

AirAsia Philippines adds Nagoya as third Japanese destination

AirAsia Philippines is expanding its presence in Japan with the launch of a new route to Nagoya, marking the airline’s third destination in...

Airlines

Cebu Pacific lends a hand to local schools for new academic year

As the new academic year commences, Cebu Pacific has launched a series of initiatives to support local schools across the Philippines. These efforts,...

Airlines

AirAsia Philippines takes flight with JT’s Manukan Grille, offering in-flight Bacolod Chicken Inasal

AirAsia Philippines is partnering with JT’s Manukan Grille to offer passengers the chance to enjoy Bacolod Chicken Inasal at 30,000 feet. The partnership,...

Airports

Mactan-Cebu International Airport earns Level 2 Customer Experience Accreditation

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) has reached a new milestone in customer service, achieving Level 2 Airport Customer Experience Accreditation from the Airports Council...

Airlines

Cebu Pacific reinstates direct Iloilo-Hong Kong flights

Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ leading carrier, announced plans to resume direct flights between Iloilo and Hong Kong starting October 27, 2024. The airline...

Defense

Airbus to lead NATO study for next-generation military helicopters

Airbus Helicopters has been awarded a contract by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to lead a concept study for the Next...

Airlines

British Airways expands pilot training program with £21 million investment

British Airways has announced a £21 million investment to expand its Speedbird Pilot Academy, offering fully-funded pilot training to up to 200 aspiring...

Airlines

Qatar Airways expands Boeing 777X order with 20 additional jets

Qatar Airways has placed an order for 20 more Boeing 777-9 aircraft, increasing the airline’s total 777X order to nearly 100. This order,...

Airlines

Flynas inks deal for 90 Airbus aircraft

Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier Flynas has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 75 A320neo family aircraft and 15 A330-900s at...

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