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August 26, 2024

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August 26, 2024

From Nagoya: Japan Airlines flies to Taipei again

Ermal Muji August 26, 2024 18:15

Japan Airlines announces the return of a route in its own flight schedule. This is the Nagoya-Taipei route, which will be flown regularly again from October. The Japanese airline Japan Airlines is planning to return the Nagoya-Taipei route, which was last in the flight schedule until 2020. Specifically, the airline plans to resume operations on October 27th, with five flights per week planned. The airline will use the Boeing 737-800 to operate these flights, as the Aero Routes portal reports. Direct competitors on this route are China Airlines, Starlux, Cathay Pacific and Batik Air.

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Qantas error: Hundreds of first class tickets sold at bargain prices

Jan Gruber August 26, 2024 17:30

On August 22, 2024, the Australian airline Qantas experienced a glitch that caused a lot of attention. Due to an unexpected coding error, hundreds of first-class tickets were offered at a price that was almost 85% below the normal fare. Around 300 customers were able to secure this unique bargain price before the booking error was corrected after almost eight hours. The incident not only poses a significant challenge for the airline, but also raises questions about how such errors are handled. Incorrect pricing and customer reactions: According to a report by The Guardian, the first-class tickets were offered for less than AUD 5.000 (about USD 3.388) round-trip. This was a drastic reduction compared to the usual price of around AUD 15.000 (USD 10.100). The incorrect fares were also around 65% cheaper than the available business class fares. The error occurred when a coding issue massively reduced ticket prices, and remained online for nearly eight hours before Qantas corrected the prices. After the error was discovered, Qantas responded quickly and contacted the customers who had purchased the cheap tickets. The airline offered these passengers either a downgrade to business class or a full refund. This solution proved controversial, with affected customers posting on social media and forums about the inconvenience the error caused them. One affected passenger shared an email from Qantas offering him an upgraded business class ticket. The email also included information about the possibility of requesting a full refund in case the passenger

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Aurigny Air Services under pressure: STSB calls for comprehensive improvements

Amely Mizzi August 26, 2024 17:27

Local air carrier Aurigny Air Services has been facing increasing criticism since the beginning of 2024, particularly due to frequent cancellations and delays that have significantly affected the reliability of the service. The States' Trading Supervisory Board (STSB), the responsible committee of the Government of Guernsey, has now decided to read the riot act to the airline's management. In a recent meeting, the committee called on Aurigny Air Services to improve the "unacceptable level of service" and build "full resilience within the fleet". The problem is mainly attributed to the lengthy maintenance of the fleet, and the pressure on the airline is growing. Criticism and challenges The STSB has strongly criticized Aurigny Air Services for the repeated delays and cancellations in recent months. Peter Roffey, President of the STSB, admitted that the airline had taken active measures to improve at the beginning of 2024, but the problems have recurred. The cancellation of a flight from Exeter last week was particularly serious and highlighted the ongoing problems facing the fleet. Roffey said: "It must be credited to Aurigny management that they took active measures when they were affected by disruptions in the first few months of the year. There was a significant improvement in June and July and reliability and performance was in line with what we have been used to in the past. Unfortunately, the events of the last week have shown once again that the fleet is still not fully resilient." To address the existing problems, Aurigny Air

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Tragic plane crash in Vorarlberg: rescue operation in steep terrain

Amely Mizzi August 26, 2024 17:22

A serious plane crash involving a Beech 58TC occurred in Vorarlberg, Austria on Monday morning. The incident, which occurred in the remote Brüggele Alpe region, has sparked a major rescue operation. Authorities have deployed a large contingent of around 200 emergency personnel to secure the wreckage and recover any possible victims. However, thick fog and steep terrain are making rescue efforts considerably more difficult. Initial reports indicate that the pilot was the only crew member on board, but no definitive information on the number of victims has been given. The plane crash was reported by police at 10:18 a.m. According to initial information, the Beech 58TC crashed in the Brüggele Alpe area, an area known for its difficult weather conditions and steep terrain. Police confirmed that wreckage has been found, but no precise information on the cause of the crash could be given due to the dense fog and the inaccessible location. The Beech 58TC, a twin-engine light aircraft, reportedly took off from Italy on Monday morning. The pilot was probably the only member of the crew on board. The exact number of passengers and the reasons for the crash are still unclear. Local emergency services have been tasked with securing the wreckage and searching for possible survivors. Due to the challenging conditions on site, helicopters have not been used for the time being, which makes the rescue operation even more difficult. Emergency services and challenges The rescue operation involves around 200 personnel, including mountain rescuers, firefighters and police officers. These units must make their way through the

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Discover Airlines sharply criticizes call for strike

Amely Mizzi August 26, 2024 17:17

Discover Airlines is currently facing a significant challenge after the unions Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) and Ufo announced a strike for next week. The four-day industrial action, which is scheduled to take place from August 27 to 30, could have a significant impact on the flight operations of the still young Lufthansa subsidiary. The call for a strike comes at a time when the summer holidays are at their peak and many travelers want to implement their vacation plans. Discover Airlines, which was only founded in 2021 and is in the growth phase, sharply criticizes the call for a strike and accuses the unions of instrumentalizing passengers and the company for their political goals. The conflict between Discover Airlines and the unions VC and Ufo revolves around collective agreements and house rules within the company. The unions are demanding that their own collective agreements be introduced for Discover Airlines staff, although an agreement has already been reached with the Verdi union. Verdi had successfully concluded the first collective bargaining agreements for pilots and cabin crew, which included salary increases of up to 38 percent for the cabin crew and around 16 percent for the pilots. This agreement was seen by Discover Airlines as a significant step forward in improving the working conditions and salaries of employees. However, the unions VC and Ufo criticize Verdi as an inadequate collective bargaining partner and claim that the union is treated preferentially by the company management. The conflict escalated further when the sector unions wanted to push through their own collective bargaining agreements. In their view, Verdi is not representative enough of the entire workforce, which undermines the need for

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Qantas flight QF6: Tire failure causes serious damage to Boeing 787-9

Jan Gruber August 26, 2024 17:12

A serious incident on a long-haul flight from Rome to Sydney has brought the safety of long-haul flights back into focus. A tire failure on a Qantas Boeing 787-9 resulted in tire fragments hitting the wings at high speed, causing significant damage. Worryingly, this damage was only discovered at the destination, Perth, after a 15-hour flight. This incident has not only raised questions about the safety screening of aircraft, but has also underlined the importance of routine checks before take-off and after landing. The Australian Air Accident Board (ATSB) has now launched an investigation to clarify the exact circumstances of the incident. On July 21, 2024, Qantas' Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with the registration VH-ZNC took off from Rome-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) with the destination Sydney, with the flight having a planned stopover in Perth (PER). Flight QF6 is one of the longest in Qantas' flight schedule, as it requires a flight time of more than 15 hours without a break from Rome to Perth. According to initial findings, a tire puncture occurred during the takeoff run in Rome. Individual rubber parts came off the tire tread and hit the wing of the aircraft at high speed. These impacts caused visible damage to the wing and the landing flaps. Despite this damage, the aircraft was able to continue the flight safely and finally landed in Perth after a flight time of 15 hours and 22 minutes. It was only there that the maintenance staff discovered the serious impact points during a routine external check. Investigations and safety concerns Immediately after the damage was discovered

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March 2025: Luxair flies to Luxor again

Ermal Muji August 26, 2024 17:08

The airline Luxair plans to resume flights between Luxembourg and Luxor. The resumption is scheduled for March 2025. The airline Luxair is scheduled to resume the Luxembourg-Luxor route in March next year. The Egyptian city of Luxor will be served for the first time on March 3, and flight operations will extend over the entire month. Luxor will be flown to once a week, and the flights will be operated with a Boeing 737-800.

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Lufthansa overtakes Turkish Airlines as leading airline in Slovenia

Ermal Muji August 26, 2024 16:52

The German airline Lufthansa was able to regain its former top position in Slovenia. By adding a second daily connection to Munich, the carrier was able to displace Turkish Airlines from first place. The German airline Lufthansa was able to regain the top position among airlines in Slovenia in the first half of 2024. Turkish Airlines, which was able to displace the German carrier from first place last year, has thus fallen back to second place. Lufthansa owes this position primarily to the increase in passengers of over 30 percent due to the addition of a second daily flight connection to Munich. On the other hand, the flight reductions of the previous leader Turkish Airlines also played a role, according to the portal Ex-Yu Aviation News.

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Wine autumn along the Danube: A feast for all the senses

Jan Gruber August 26, 2024 16:51

From September to November, the Danube region is all about the wine autumn. In the six wine-growing regions along the Danube, visitors can expect a wealth of events that celebrate wine and the autumnal landscape. Highlights include wine festivals, wine baptisms, open cellar doors and guided wine hikes. Visitors can not only taste the region's diverse wines, but also help with the grape harvest and learn interesting facts directly from the winemaker. The wine autumn offers a unique opportunity to experience the culture and tradition of winemaking in Lower Austria.

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Strike at Discover Airlines: Passengers must expect cancellations and delays

Jan Gruber August 26, 2024 16:48

This week, the Lufthansa subsidiary Discover Airlines is experiencing significant disruptions to flight operations. The reason for this is a four-day strike by pilots and cabin crew, called by the unions Ufo and Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) in the fight for a collective agreement. The strike, which is scheduled to last from Tuesday, August 27th to Friday, August 30th, affects all departures in Germany, particularly from Munich and Frankfurt airports. Passenger rights expert Nina Staub from AirHelp informs that affected passengers are entitled to compensation of up to 600 euros for flight delays of more than three hours or flight cancellations. In addition, passengers can request alternative transport for delays of three hours or more. For delays of more than five hours, there is also the right to a refund of the ticket price. Discover Airlines is obliged to provide meals, drinks and, if necessary, accommodation in the event of longer delays.

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