Airlines and Aviation
Vietjet operates two relief flights transporting Vietnamese rescue teams to Myanmar
Vietjet operated two special relief flights, VJ2875 and VJ2877, using an Airbus A330 and an A321 to transport Vietnamese rescue teams to Myanmar following the devastating earthquake.
Passenger Demand Growth, especially domestic slows slightly in February 2025: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2025 global passenger demand. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.6% compared to February 2024.
IATA: air cargo demand slightly lower in February 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its global air cargo market figures for February 2025 global air cargo markets.
Air Canada announces new Edinburgh to Montréal route
Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline and flag carrier, is continuing its transatlantic expansion for 2025, having unveiled its newest route between Edinburgh and Montréal.
Helvetic Airways operates largest ever Jet into London City Airport
The first commercial flight of the Embraer E195-E2 landed at London City Airport, operated by Helvetic Airways on behalf of Swiss International Air Lines.
IndiGo BluChip, the airline’s loyalty program, has crossed 2 million members
IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, is thrilled to announce that IndiGo BluChip, the airline’s loyalty program, has crossed 2 million members.
Air passenger and cargo demand continues to grow in Feb 2025: AAPA
Preliminary February 2025 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed continued growth in international passenger and cargo markets, supported by positive business and consumer demand across the region.
Turkish Airlines launches flights to Ohrid in North Macedonia
Turkish Airlines has launched flights to Ohrid, one of North Macedonia’s key tourism cities, taking its global flight network to 353 destinations.
Saudi welcomes Virgin Atlantic’s direct flights from London Heathrow to Riyadh
'Saudi, Welcome to Arabia' is delighted to announce the launch of Virgin Atlantic’s new direct flights from London Heathrow to Riyadh, which started on 30th March 2025.
“Take Off to Thailand with Vietjet” promotion launches
Explore the beauty of Thailand’s summer with affordable flights and unbeatable deals, Vietjet Thailand launches ‘Take Off to Thailand with Vietjet’ promotion, with fares starting from INR 8,900
TAP Air Portugal and Avianca open new Business Class lounge at Miami International Airport
On 21 March, TAP Air Portugal and Avianca hosted a grand opening of their shared Business Class lounge at Miami International Airport.
Emirates resumes second daily flight to Beirut from 1 April
Emirates will reinstate its second daily flight between Dubai and Beirut starting 1 April 2025.
Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia receive final go-ahead from the ACCC
Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia have received final go-ahead from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for the airlines’ integrated alliance.
Etihad Airways empowers communities in Sri Lanka
Etihad Airways has launched a series of transformative community outreach initiatives in Sri Lanka.
Aircrafted KIDS initiative reaches 700 young students across Asia
Emirates donated handmade children’s backpacks made from upcycled aircraft interiors to children in India, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
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