Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
A handful of markets show signs of recovery for passenger traffic. But airlines typically focused on long-haul international service are nowhere close to calling it a recovery. With air cargo capacity still depressed around the globe Finnair is the lat…
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RwandAir plans JFK service launch (again)
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Previously tipped for a 2019 launch, RwandAir is once again planning flights to the USA. The carrier filed its application with the US Department of Transportation this week to operate service to New York on its own A330s. It anticipates beginning the …
RwandAir plans JFK service launch (again)
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Previously tipped for a 2019 launch, RwandAir is once again planning flights to the USA. The carrier filed its application with the US Department of Transportation this week to operate service to New York on its own A330s. It anticipates beginning the …
Aer Lingus Launches UK subsidiary, applies for US route authorities
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Aer Lingus (U.K.) Limited is the latest airline seeking access to the US market. The newly established subsidiary of Aer Lingus is based in Belfast, Northern Ireland and will be the aircraft operator of record for the company’s planned Manchester, UK b…
Aer Lingus Launches UK subsidiary, applies for US route authorities
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Aer Lingus (U.K.) Limited is the latest airline seeking access to the US market. The newly established subsidiary of Aer Lingus is based in Belfast, Northern Ireland and will be the aircraft operator of record for the company’s planned Manchester, UK b…
Aer Lingus plans Manchester base for Summer 2021
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Earlier this summer rumors were swirling about a possible UK base for some Aer Lingus planes. It now appears that Manchester is the airport of choice for those operations. The carrier secured just over 1,500 new slots at the airport, enough to operate …
Airbus, EASA warn on parked aircraft battery issues
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
With thousands of aircraft parked around the globe this year the industry is learning more and more about the impact of these long-term storage actions. This week Airbus and EASA issued an advisory regarding battery systems on the A320, A330, A340 and …
Delta shifts pilots for new normal
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
There’s more to Delta’s fleet plan than just this week’s 777 retirement news. The company is shifting crew bases as it adjusts its network and fleet deployments. And while no other types are immediately slated for retirement, the writing is certainly o…
Delta shifts pilots for new normal
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
There’s more to Delta’s fleet plan than just this week’s 777 retirement news. The company is shifting crew bases as it adjusts its network and fleet deployments. And while no other types are immediately slated for retirement, the writing is certainly o…
Airbus aims to ease “COVID Combi” temporary freighter conversions
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
How quickly can an airline convert a passenger plane to freighter service? Airbus hope to ease the process for the A330 and A350 with a new Service Bulletin modification.
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American, Delta confirm accelerated fleet retirements
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Looking to fly on an American Airlines 767 or E190? It is too late. Both aircraft types, already slated for retirement, had that process accelerated as a result of the COVID-19 induced demand drop. They will not return to passenger service from their c…
American, Delta confirm accelerated fleet retirements
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Looking to fly on an American Airlines 767 or E190? It is too late. Both aircraft types, already slated for retirement, had that process accelerated as a result of the COVID-19 induced demand drop. They will not return to passenger service from their c…
TSI Aviation Seats gains access to Airbus BFE catalog
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Airlines purchasing the A350, A330/neo and A320/neo family aircraft now have a new option for a seating supplier. TSI Aviation Seats, a joint operation led by Turkish Technic, is now listed in the BFE catalog opening up new sales channels for the opera…
Short-Haul Surprise on South African Airways.
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A Hong Kong Surprise: PaxEx Update (16 August 2019)
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
A surprise twist in the Hong Kong protests as Cathay CEO Rupert Hogg resigns. Plus RFID for bags, VR for passengers and new aircraft types launching service soon. A busy week with plenty to uncover in this edition of PaxEx Update!
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A Hong Kong Surprise: PaxEx Update (16 August 2019)
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
A surprise twist in the Hong Kong protests as Cathay CEO Rupert Hogg resigns. Plus RFID for bags, VR for passengers and new aircraft types launching service soon. A busy week with plenty to uncover in this edition of PaxEx Update!
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First A330neo delivered for AirAsia X Thailand [Photos]
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
The first of 66 A330neo aircraft for AirAsia X was delivered this weekend from Airbus. The aircraft will fly for the Thailand long-haul affiliate of the brand and is one of two expected to join the fleet this year. Here’s what it looks like inside.
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First A330neo delivered for AirAsia X Thailand [Photos]
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
The first of 66 A330neo aircraft for AirAsia X was delivered this weekend from Airbus. The aircraft will fly for the Thailand long-haul affiliate of the brand and is one of two expected to join the fleet this year. Here’s what it looks like inside.
The…
Lufthansa looks to leisure in US expansion
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Lufthansa will fly a handful of additional US routes starting in Summer 2020, bolstering the leisure-focuses service from its Munich hub.
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Lufthansa looks to leisure in US expansion
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Lufthansa will fly a handful of additional US routes starting in Summer 2020, bolstering the leisure-focuses service from its Munich hub.
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