International
This section is dedicated to bringing you the most current and significant updates from the aviation sector across the globe. Frequent flyers, industry experts, and aviation enthusiasts alike will find a trove of information, including: airline industry movements, airport expansions, regulatory updates, innovative technologies, global challenges, and more.
IATA: Global air travel demand continues to bounce back in 2023
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that the recovery in air travel continued throughout 2023, with total traffic for the year...
SWISS to introduce new non-stop Zurich-Seoul service
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is set to make history by launching its first-ever service to Seoul, South Korea, as part of its...
Allegiant A320 makes emergency landing after dual-engine bird strike
On January 26, an Allegiant Air Airbus A320-214(SL) encountered a bird strike during its climb, impacting both engines. Despite this, the aircraft executed...
A380 ownership marks major step for UK start-up airline
Global Airlines, a UK-based startup, has announced the acquisition of its first aircraft, an Airbus A380, previously operated by China Southern, based on...
Embraer reports strong performance in 2023
Brazilian multinational aerospace company Embraer reported a 13% increase in aircraft deliveries in 2023, reaching a total of 181 aircraft. This marks a...
Japan approves Korean Air-Asiana merger
In a much needed step, the Japanese government has approved the proposed merger of Korean Air and Asiana. In a release, Korean Air...
IndiGo flight takes off without clearance, pilots grounded
India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), is investigating an incident involving an IndiGo flight that took off without air...
Malaysia Airlines to take delivery of Airbus A330neos in 2024
Malaysia Airlines said on Monday that it would receive its first Airbus A330-900neo aircraft in the third quarter of 2024. The airline plans...
Airlines resume Boeing 737 MAX 9 flights following maintenance checks
Following the recent Boeing 737 MAX 9 door plug issue, airlines have started to return their affected Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft to...
American Airlines flight makes hard landing in Hawaii, six injured
American Airlines flight 271 from Los Angeles to Maui experienced a hard landing at Kahului Airport on Saturday, January 27th, 2024, resulting in...
