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Westbound Transatlantic Air Cargo Capacity Stabilizes After Volatile First Quarter

Westbound transatlantic air cargo capacity settled in April after a highly volatile first quarter. Analysts from Xeneta noted that the market saw significant fluctuations early in the year, partly driven by the Red Sea crisis pushing more sea-air cargo. In April, the dynamic load factor was 61%, remaining stable

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Aviation Connect 2026 Conference Announced for Athens, Greece

The global aviation industry is set to gather for the Aviation Connect 2026 conference. The event is scheduled to take place in Athens, Greece, from September 29 to October 1, 2026. The official venue for the multi-day conference will be the Grand Hyatt Athens. This gathering is expected to

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NTSB to Hold Investigative Hearing on Fatal 2013 UPS Cargo Plane Crash

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has scheduled a two-day investigative hearing into the fatal crash of UPS Flight 1354. The Airbus A300-600 cargo plane crashed on approach to Birmingham, Alabama, in August 2013, killing both pilots. The hearing, set for February 20-21 in Washington, D.C.

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UK's First Vertical Spaceport in Shetland Licensed for 30 Annual Launches

The SaxaVord spaceport in Shetland has been granted the UK's first-ever licence for vertical rocket launches. Issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the approval permits up to 30 launches per year. This milestone establishes SaxaVord as the first fully licensed vertical spaceport in both the UK

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How UK Air Ambulance Charity Lia's Wings Provides Lifesaving Flights for Children

Lia's Wings is a unique UK-based charity dedicated to providing a crucial air ambulance service. The organization specializes in flying critically ill children between hospitals for urgent, specialized medical care. Using fixed-wing aircraft, they can undertake longer journeys than traditional helicopter services, ensuring children can access

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American Airlines Cargo Enhances Digital Booking with CargoWise Connection

American Airlines Cargo has established a direct data connection with the logistics solutions platform, CargoWise. This integration allows freight forwarders using the platform to access the airline's schedules, capacity, and rates in real-time. Users can now make and manage e-bookings for American's cargo services

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Skyways Group and Jindal Global Business School Partner to Develop Logistics Skills for Youth

Skyways Group has announced a strategic partnership with Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) to address the skills gap in the logistics sector. The collaboration aims to establish a Centre of Excellence for Logistics and Supply Chain Management. This initiative will focus on providing practical, industry-relevant training to students and

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GEODIS Adopts Rotate Data Platform to Enhance Global Air Cargo Insights

Global freight forwarder GEODIS has partnered with Rotate to adopt its data platform, aiming to strengthen its insights into the air cargo market. This collaboration will provide GEODIS with comprehensive real-time data on market supply, demand, and pricing. The platform is designed to help the company make more informed

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NBAA Outlines Operational Preparations for Business Aviation Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is advising operators to begin planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will span 16 cities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The event is expected to create unprecedented demand for air travel, leading to significant airspace and airport congestion. Key challenges

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Senate Confirms Edwards for Key DOT Post, Graham for NTSB Term

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has praised the U.S. Senate's confirmation of two key federal aviation leaders. Annie Petsonk Edwards has been approved to serve as the Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs at the Department of Transportation (DOT). Concurrently, J. Todd Graham was confirmed

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Prestwick Airport Exports Over One Million Kilograms of Scottish Salmon in 2023

Glasgow Prestwick Airport has reached a significant cargo milestone, handling over one million kilograms of Scottish salmon for export this year. The record was achieved in November, underscoring the airport's ambition to become a leading UK freight hub. The high-value seafood is primarily transported to key markets,

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UK Aviation Authority Warns Passengers Over Aircraft Fitted with Fake Parts

The UK's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued a warning to passengers about the potential risks of flying on aircraft with counterfeit parts. The alert stems from an investigation into London-based company AOG Technics, which allegedly supplied components with forged safety certificates. These unauthorized parts were intended

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Qantas and oneworld Announce Multi-Million Dollar Refresh for LAX Business Lounge

Qantas and its oneworld partners are investing in a multi-million dollar upgrade for their shared Business Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The refurbishment will be conducted in stages, allowing the lounge in the Tom Bradley International Terminal to remain operational. The project includes a new California-inspired

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UK's Largest Regional Airline Loganair Put Up For Sale Again

Loganair, the United Kingdom's largest regional airline, has been put back on the market by its owners. Brothers Stephen and Peter Bond are restarting the sale process after an initial attempt in October 2022 was paused. The Glasgow-based carrier is a profitable enterprise, having reported a pre-

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Exeter Airport Launches New Year-Round Service to Guernsey with Aurigny

Aurigny has launched a new year-round flight service connecting Exeter Airport with Guernsey for the first time since 2019. The route will operate up to five times a week during the peak summer season. This new connection is expected to significantly boost tourism and business links between Devon and

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One Dead in Single-Engine Plane Crash at Westerly Airport

A fatal crash involving a single-engine aircraft occurred at Westerly State Airport on Wednesday evening. The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the Cirrus SR22, was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident happened at the end of Runway 14 as the plane was reportedly attempting to land.

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Single-Engine Cessna Conducts Emergency Landing on Ocean City Beach After Engine Failure

A single-engine Cessna 172RG made a successful emergency landing on the beach in Ocean City, Maryland, on Sunday evening. The pilot, 23-year-old Trevor Deihl, was the sole occupant and reported a complete engine failure, forcing him to land the aircraft near 6th Street. No injuries were reported

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Boeing 777X Modifications to Take Years, Company Silent on Specifics

Boeing has indicated that incorporating required changes into its flagship 777X program will be a multi-year process. This extended timeline suggests significant and complex modifications are needed for the new wide-body aircraft. The company has so far declined to provide specific details regarding the nature or scope of

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Rolls-Royce to Create 1,000 UK Jobs to Meet Surging Jet Engine Demand

Rolls-Royce has announced the creation of 1,000 new jobs, primarily at its civil aerospace headquarters in Derby, UK. This expansion is driven by a significant increase in demand for its large passenger jet engines as the airline industry recovers from the pandemic. The company, which builds engines for

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Maritime Crisis in Hormuz and Red Sea Creates Air Cargo Boom, Erasing Seasonal Lulls

Ongoing disruptions in the Red Sea, now heightened by a potential 'Hormuz premium', are severely impacting ocean freight reliability. This instability is causing a significant modal shift as shippers seek dependable alternatives to avoid delays and port congestion. Consequently, air cargo is experiencing a surge in demand, absorbing

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Victims Identified in New Mexico Medical Aircraft Crash

The three victims of a medical aircraft crash in New Mexico's Capitan Mountain Wilderness have been officially identified. The deceased include the pilot, a flight nurse, and a paramedic who were on board the Trans-Aero Medevac flight. The Beechcraft King Air C90 had departed from Sierra Blanca

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Airbus A350-1000ULR: Engineering the Future of 22-Hour Non-Stop Flights for Qantas

Airbus is developing an Ultra Long Range (ULR) version of its A350-1000 specifically for Qantas' ambitious 'Project Sunrise' initiative. This project aims to connect Sydney and Melbourne directly with cities like London and New York. To achieve this feat, the aircraft will be fitted with an

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Fired United Captain Claims Retaliation After Reporting Cockpit Security Breach

A veteran United Airlines captain has filed a whistleblower lawsuit alleging he was wrongfully terminated. Captain Chris Manno claims he was fired after reporting a serious cockpit security breach on a flight to Portugal. The incident involved an unauthorized individual, a friend of a flight attendant, entering the flight deck

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Global Military Aviation Update: F-16s Arrive in Ukraine, U.S. Grounds F-22 Raptor Fleet

Significant developments are unfolding in military aviation. The first F-16 fighter jets have reportedly arrived in Ukraine, a long-awaited development in the ongoing conflict. In the United States, the entire F-22 Raptor fleet has been grounded following a recent crash, raising questions about readiness. Tensions also increased

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New Air Force One Lacks In-Flight Refueling, Creating 'Critical Capability Gap'

The next-generation Air Force One aircraft, two modified Boeing 747-8s, will enter service without the ability to be refueled in mid-air. This omission is officially described as a 'critical capability gap' compared to the current VC-25A fleet. The decision to remove the feature was