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‘Pak airspace ban has cost airline
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson said on Wednesday that Pakistan's ongoing closure of its airspace to Indian airlines has so far resulted in an estimated ₹4,000 crore in losses for Air India, according to a report by the Hindustan Times. He noted...
New Study: Aviation Taxes, Charges, & Fees Have Limited Impact on Passenger Numbers
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Aviation demand is primarily driven by airline strategies and travel trends, economists say. A new study by two economists, commissioned by green group T&E, shows that...
Alaska & Hawaiian Airlines Get Single Operating Certificate: What Does It Mean For Passengers?
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have officially achieved a key milestone in their ongoing integration by receiving a Single Operating Certificate. Also known as an SOC, this document, given to the carriers by the Federal Aviation...
National Airline Taskforce Working to Launch New Carrier
Transport minister confirms progress on business model at Transport and Logistics Fair The 10-member national airline taskforce is working to realize the country’s vision of once again flying its own carrier to reinforce Ghana’s position as a...
Heathrow Rolls Out Red Carpet As Air Peace Joins World’s Premier Aviation Hub
History was made at Heathrow Airport this week as West and Central Africa’s largest carrier, Air Peace, inaugurated its Abuja–London Heathrow service, marking the triumphant return of Nigeria’s national colours to one of the world’s most...
How airlines make people want to take trips just by offering flights
New airlines, like Breeze Airways, often create new travel demand by serving underserved markets. Travelers benefit from new nonstop routes and lower fares, especially in smaller markets. To succeed long-term, these airlines must back up low...
United Nigeria Airlines Deepens Industry Ties with Strategic Forum Ahead of Accra Route Launch
7 …Airline Strengthens Collaboration with Travel Agents as It Expands Regional Operations In a significant move to consolidate its regional expansion and fortify partnerships within the travel industry, United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has hosted a...
Indian aviation industry to incur net losses up to ₹105 billion in FY26: ICRA
The increase is attributed to slower traffic growth during a period of high aircraft deliveries and rising operational costs.Indian aviation industry's net financial losses to increase to ₹95-105 billion in FY2026, credit rating agency ICRA said...
National airline taskforce’s work on course – Transport minister
By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The 10-member national airline taskforce is working assiduously to realise the country’s vision of once again flying its own carrier to reinforce Ghana’s position as a regional aviation hub, Transport Minister Joseph Bukari...
Low-cost airline cancels all flights, no refunds
In the last month, budget airlines such as Play and Braathens as well as regional charter carriers including Verijet and Kachina Air have had to file for bankruptcy in a market dominated by fluctuating travel spending and increased competition....
America stops flights to Mexico via major airlines with 13 routes to Texas, NYC, LA & Miami all immediately canceled
US officials have cut a slew of flights operated by Mexican airlines to cities across America. Routes connecting Mexican destinations to US cities including Newark, Houston, Los Angeles and New York have been impacted. Sign up for The US Sun...
Nigeria re-appoints 2025 Hajj airlines for 2026
Nigeria’s National Hajj Commission (NAHCON) has re-engaged four airlines, Air Peace, MaxAir (Nigeria), UmzaXpress, and Saudi Arabia's flynas, as well as two cargo firms, Cargo Zeal Technologies and Koala Investment, which handled Hajj operations...
Vietjet and Oxford University release findings on Net Zero study for global aviation
Vietjet and Oxford University have presented the findings of their milestone joint research initiative on Net Zero solutions for global aviation. Findings from the study were reported during the official visit of Vietnam’s General Secretary To Lam...
Vietjet and University of Oxford share key discoveries on aviation’s journey to Net Zero
OXFORD — Vietjet and the University of Oxford have revealed the results of a landmark research initiative offering a potential roadmap to Net Zero aviation. The findings were unveiled on Wednesday during the official visit of Việt Nam’s General...
“A Safe Journey in a Digital Space”: Cybersecurity awareness campaign in civil aviation sector kicks off
Muscat: The Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign in the Civil Aviation Sector kicks off today as part of national efforts to enhance digital readiness and safeguard critical infrastructure. The campaign aims to raise awareness of cyber risks and...
Aviramp to be showcased at world’s biggest aviation show
UK aviation pioneer Aviramp will have one of its award-winning step-free aircraft boarding ramps showcased at the world’s biggest airshow for the first time this year. Graham and Adam Corfield of Aviramp Ground handling giant dnata will display an...
Ethiopian Airlines begins second daily flight on Abuja–Addis Ababa route
Ethiopian Airlines on Tuesday evening commenced its second daily flight frequency into the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, marking another milestone in its expanding operations in Nigeria. The new flight, ET937, touched down at about...
Singapore Airlines flight from Melbourne to Changi turns back after technical issue
SINGAPORE - A Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight bound for the Republic from Melbourne returned to the Melbourne Airport on Oct 29 after the aircraft experienced a technical issue while in the air. In a media reply, the national carrier said Flight...
Delta Becomes The First American Airline To Fly Non-Stop To Riyadh
Delta, the oldest operating airline in the United States and the third-largest airline in the world, will connect its hub in Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh with a non-stop...
Scots couple with deadly nut allergy ‘forced off’ KLM flight after airline ‘REFUSED’ to stop handing out free snacks
A SCOTS couple who both have a deadly nut allergy claim they were forced off their KLM flight after the airline refused to stop handing out free almond-topped cakes. Pretoria Drever had booked a two-night trip to Amsterdam, Netherlands, on October...