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September 4, 2024

Eurowings flies regularly to Swedish Lapland in winter

Amely Mizzi September 4, 2024 11:04

From the end of November 2024, the Lufthansa subsidiary Eurowings will offer regular flights to Arvidsjaur in Swedish Lapland on behalf of the charter operator Professional Aviation Solutions (PAS) and its subsidiary Polar Air Shuttle. The flights will depart from Munich and Hanover on Mondays and Fridays and will operate until the end of March 2025. These connections have been developed in cooperation with the international automotive industry to bring both travelers and industry employees to the region, which is used for extensive car testing.

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Jetstar: New routes and base at Perth Airport

Jan Gruber September 4, 2024 11:02

The growing importance of Australia's west coast for international airlines is reflected in recent developments at Perth Airport. While Australian airline Qantas already offers nonstop ultra-long haul flights to London, Paris and Rome, Jetstar, the Qantas Group's low-cost airline, is increasingly positioning itself as a key player in the region. By opening a new base in Perth and commencing additional flights to Asia, Jetstar is strengthening its presence and offering new opportunities for Western Australians and international travellers. Jetstar officially opened its third Asian destination from Perth on 6 September 2024 by commencing nonstop flights to Bangkok. This new route complements existing services to Singapore and Phuket, which launched in August 2024. The Bangkok service will operate four times a week, operating the route between Perth and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) from Monday to Sunday with an Airbus A321LR. Flight times for the Bangkok route are strategically chosen to offer travellers flexible options: departures from Perth take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 14:55, arriving in Bangkok at 20:30. Return flights depart at 21:40 on the same days and arrive in Perth at 05:20 the following day. This new connection creates over 300.000 additional seats in the low-fare segment annually and is expected to boost Western Australian tourism as well as expand access to Asia for passengers. New base and expansion In parallel with the expansion of the route network, Jetstar has opened a new base at Perth Airport. This includes up to 60 pilots and four new Airbus A321LRs. The base is part of

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Skyline Express puts fifth aircraft into operation

Jan Gruber September 4, 2024 10:07

The Ukrainian charter airline Skyline Express, formerly known as Azur Air Ukraine, has put its fifth aircraft into service. It is a Boeing 737-800 with the Ukrainian registration UR-SLH. According to the Avianews portal, the airline is already transporting tourists with its fleet, which, in addition to the new Boeing 737-800, also includes two Boeing 757-300s and a Boeing 737-900 ER. Skyline Express is thus continuing to expand its fleet to meet the growing demand for charter flights.

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1 Live hosts the “Loveplane” event at Paderborn/Lippstadt Airport for the third time

Jan Gruber September 4, 2024 09:08

The radio station 1 Live is organizing the "Loveplane" event at Paderborn/Lippstadt Airport for the third time from October 7th to 10th, 2024. Before the participants take off to Croatia in an exclusive party plane, a gate party will take place at the airport. Interested parties can now apply online for the event. A special feature of the format is that Internet users match the candidates online and thus determine the couples who will board together.

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Elodie Berthonneau becomes new Vice President Asia-Pacific at Lufthansa Cargo

Jan Gruber September 4, 2024 08:06

From October 1, 2024, Elodie Berthonneau will take over the position of Vice President Asia-Pacific at Lufthansa Cargo in Singapore. In this role, she will lead the sales and handling organization in the key markets of the Asia-Pacific region, which include China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Oceania. Berthonneau comes from Qatar Cargo, where she most recently served as Vice President Network Planning and Strategic Partnership. With over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry, Berthonneau has already held various management positions at Qatar Airways and Air France-KLM. Her expertise covers areas such as sales, strategic planning and corporate restructuring. Her international experience, particularly in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, makes her an ideal candidate for the new role at Lufthansa Cargo.

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FBI warns passengers: Be vigilant on airplanes due to increasing demand

Amely Mizzi September 4, 2024 07:38

With the increase in travelers during Labor Day week in the United States, the FBI has issued an urgent warning to all air passengers. The federal agency is asking for increased attention on board aircraft, as the stress of travel and crowded airports can pose potential security risks. This call for vigilance comes at a time when demand for air travel in the United States has reached an all-time high and security authorities are busy ensuring that travel flows smoothly. Security situation during Labor Day week Labor Day week is traditionally a time of high travel activity in the United States, as many people use the summer holidays to return or to end the summer. Crowded airports are a familiar sight, and security forces are prepared to handle the increasing number of passengers. While the airports themselves are largely safe thanks to intensive security checks, the FBI sees a different reality on board aircraft. "Passengers tend to become more careless on board," explains an FBI spokesperson. In recent years, the number of incidents involving unruly passengers that potentially endanger safety has steadily increased. These incidents peaked during the pandemic in particular, and although they have since declined, the number of incidents remains worryingly high. Incidents and their consequences According to data from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), over 2024 cases of unruly passengers were reported in 1.240 alone. These incidents include both aggressive behavior and violations of aircraft rules that can lead to safety risks. Particularly serious cases have been forwarded to the FBI, which in

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Air Montenegro struggles with operational disruptions after a leased jet breaks down

Amely Mizzi September 4, 2024 07:09

Air Montenegro has been facing significant operational challenges since August 23, 2024, after a leased Trade Air Airbus A320 was grounded in Istanbul due to a bird strike. The incident resulted in significant delays and flight cancellations across the airline's route network. Air Montenegro stressed that such disruptions are not unusual in the aviation industry and that it is working in accordance with regulatory requirements. No date was given for the resumption of flight operations of the affected jet.

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Cathay Pacific cancels flights after engine failure: Safety first

Amely Mizzi September 4, 2024 06:38

Cathay Pacific, one of Asia's leading airlines, has had to take significant measures in recent days following a serious incident on board one of its aircraft. An engine part failed during the flight, prompting the airline to conduct a comprehensive inspection of its entire Airbus A350-1000 fleet. A total of 24 round-trip flights were cancelled to ensure the safety of passengers and crew. The incident occurred on board flight CX383, which was travelling from Hong Kong to Zurich. Shortly after takeoff, an engine part failed, forcing the pilot to circle the aircraft twice over the sea before it landed safely back in Hong Kong after around 75 minutes. The aircraft involved was an Airbus A350-1000, the largest variant of the A350 family. Cathay Pacific operates a total of 18 aircraft of this type, while another 30 aircraft of the smaller A350-900 version are part of the fleet. Although the engine of the A350-900 is different from that of the A350-1000, the airline decided to carry out a precautionary check of its entire A350 fleet. According to a statement from Cathay Pacific, Airbus, Rolls-Royce (the manufacturer of the engines) and the relevant regulatory authorities were contacted immediately after the incident. Precautionary inspections and measures Cathay Pacific acted quickly and decisively. During the inspections that had already begun, the airline found that a number of engine components needed to be replaced. Keith Brown, Cathay Pacific's technical director, stressed that the safety of customers and employees is the top priority. "Every aircraft undergoes a rigorous inspection. After the inspection is completed, the aircraft that are ready for operation

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Air Serbia reaches the milestone of three million passengers early

Jan Gruber September 4, 2024 06:03

Air Serbia served its three millionth passenger of the year on August 31, 2024, two weeks earlier than last year. In the first eight months of the year, the airline operated a total of 31.000 scheduled and charter flights. Air Serbia CEO Jiri Marek expressed pride in this achievement, which he said was due to strong demand for flights to over 90 destinations in 34 countries.

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Passengers and dress code: When a T-shirt leads to exclusion from the plane

Jan Gruber September 4, 2024 05:34

Flying has changed dramatically in recent years, not only due to safety measures but also due to increasing discussions about passenger behavior. While most people are familiar with the classic rules and safety regulations, cases are emerging more and more frequently where seemingly innocuous behaviors or items of clothing result in passengers being removed from aircraft. A recent incident on board a Delta Air Lines flight illustrates this growing issue, where a passenger was forced to disembark the aircraft because of his T-shirt. The incident occurred at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) in Florida. A passenger was waiting to board his flight when he was advised by a Delta Air Lines employee that a complaint had been received about his T-shirt. He was told that he would have to change his T-shirt in order to be allowed to board. As a first step, the passenger complied by turning his T-shirt inside out. However, after being seated on the aircraft, he turned the T-shirt back to its original state. This resulted in a Delta employee entering the aircraft and escorting the passenger off. The incident raises important questions: How are such decisions made? Who determines what is considered offensive or inappropriate? And what role do subjective assessments by airlines and their employees play? Airline policies Delta Air Lines, like many other airlines, reserves the right to remove passengers from the aircraft if their behavior, dress or hygiene is deemed inappropriate at the airline's discretion.

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