NEWSNov 13, 2023Royal Jordanian Orders Four Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, CEO Discusses Airline's FutureRoyal Jordanian ordered four additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft on the first day of the Dubai Airshow on November 13. This order adds to another purchase for two Dreamliners made earlier this year.Read More →
NEWSNov 11, 2023U.S. Drone Shot Down Near Yemen Amid Rising Middle East TensionsOn the week of November 6, a United States military drone was shot down in the Middle East. The shootdown comes among rising tensions between the United States and its ally Israel and Iran. In recent weeks, the United States military has slowly increased it's presence in the Middle East over fears of Israel's conflict with Hamas escalating into a regional conflict. Read More →
INFORMATIONALNov 07, 2023A Deeper Look at Saudia's Plans for Religious and Leisure Tourism Saudia has announced several expansion initiatives in recent weeks. Saudi Arabia's state-owned flag carrier plans to expand its operations in anticipation of large tourism demand in the coming years. Saudi Arabia aims to attract 150 million annual visitors by 2030 as part of its Vision 2030 plan to diversify its economy. The country seeks to reduce its reliance on oil and gas by developing other sectors, including tourism and aviation.Read More →
NEWSOct 18, 2023Lebanese Aviation Affected as Middle East Tensions RiseThe current situation in the Middle East has understandably had a major effect on the aviation industry. Lebanon is the latest country to be affected as escalating tensions have led to various preventative actions being taken by local and international entities.
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NEWSOct 17, 2023EasyJet Cancels Flight After Passenger Bathroom IncidenteasyJet canceled one of its flights after a passenger defecated on the bathroom floor. The flight was scheduled from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on October 15. This incident added to the several hours of delays that the flight has faced.Read More →
INFORMATIONALOct 09, 2023Analyzing Airline Operations in War-Torn Countries: Libya and YemenWe live in a time when countries all over the world are engulfed in some sort of conflict. War, in particular, has devastated various nations. Based on that information, it makes one wonder: How do flight operations continue in war-torn countries?Read More →
NEWSOct 04, 2023Air Tanzania Receives Its First Boeing 737 MAXTanzania's state-owned flag carrier, Air Tanzania, received its first Boeing 737 MAX aircraft on October 3. The airline is the first African carrier to receive the 737 MAX amid growing travel demand across West Africa, Southern Africa, and India.Read More →
NEWSOct 04, 2023Saudia Unveils New Livery and BrandingSaudia, previously known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, unveiled its new livery and branding. Previously thought to be a series of retro paint schemes, the Saudi national carrier has confirmed its rebrand that signals the beginning of a new era for the airline.Read More →
ROUTESSep 10, 2023Air Astana Expands to New York and The Far EastAir Astana has chosen to launch new routes to Tokyo, Singapore, and New York. The decision may have been influenced by recent financial gains, with plans to launch through 2024 and 2025.Read More →
NEWSAug 30, 2023Flying These Airlines to Chicago? Expect Changes!If you happen to be flying either British Airways or Scandinavian Airlines from or to Chicago soon, expect to encounter some significant, albeit temporary, changes.Read More →
