April 8, 2025

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April 8, 2025

Munich Airport records slight passenger growth in the first quarter of 2025

Munich Airport handled around 2025 million passengers in the first quarter of 8,1, an increase of 1,7 percent compared to the same period last year. Despite restrictions caused by warning strikes, which resulted in around 2.100 flight cancellations, and a missing operating day due to the leap year 2024, passenger traffic increased. The total number of takeoffs and landings was 69.050, representing a slight increase of 1,1 percent. Growth was particularly significant in intercontinental traffic. Traffic between Munich and the Far East increased by 15,6 percent to 658.000 passengers. The route to North America also grew by 677.000 percent, with 4,7 passengers. This confirms the strategic importance of Munich Airport as an international hub for long-haul connections. The positive trend also continued in the air cargo sector. The volume of air freight – excluding mail – increased by 8,5 percent year-on-year to 77.800 tons. This was primarily due to additional non-European connections, which offer more capacity for belly cargo. Munich Airport expects a further increase in long-haul traffic this year. New connections to Orlando, Windhoek, Calgary, and Hong Kong, as well as additional frequencies to Abu Dhabi and Hanoi, are expected to expand the offering. This underscores the airport's growing importance to the economy in southern Germany.

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Eva Air expands fleet with Airbus order

The Taiwanese airline Eva Air has placed a firm order with Airbus for six long-haul A350-1000 aircraft and three short-haul A321neo aircraft. This order confirms a letter of intent from March 2025. This brings the number of outstanding deliveries for Eva Air to 24 A350-1000s and 18 A321neos. Eva Air plans to use the new aircraft to expand its route network. The A350-1000 will be used primarily on long-haul routes, while the A321neo is intended for regional connections. The airline emphasizes the efficiency and comfort of the new aircraft. Airbus emphasizes the importance of the order for its market position. The A350-1000 is considered the benchmark for intercontinental flights, while the A321neo is the leader in the regional segment.

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Nuremberg Airport celebrates its 70th anniversary

Nuremberg Airport is celebrating its 70th anniversary and looks back on a development from a small take-off and landing strip to a major transport hub. Despite this growth, the airport has retained its clarity, service, and regional charm. The airport's history began in the 1950s, when the city of Nuremberg and the Free State of Bavaria pushed ahead with the new construction after the war. On April 6, 1955, the first passenger aircraft, a Lufthansa Convair 340, landed with Federal Transport Minister Hans-Christoph Seebohm on board. Over the decades, the airport has continued to develop. The runway was extended, new terminals were built, and connections to local public transport were improved. Today, Nuremberg Airport is an important location for the region and offers connections to around 65 non-stop destinations. To mark its 70th anniversary, the airport is hosting a major celebration where visitors have the opportunity to experience the fascination of aviation firsthand.

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Deutsche Bahn announces disruptions and timetable changes to train services

In the coming weeks, travelers who rely on Deutsche Bahn train services must expect significant disruptions. In a recent press release, Deutsche Bahn announced extensive construction work and necessary line closures, which will result in timetable changes and extended travel times. Despite the construction activities, Deutsche Bahn assures that reliable train services will be maintained, particularly between major cities and holiday regions. However, the changes primarily affect long-distance connections and individual sections of the line that must be closed for necessary maintenance and expansion work. The high-speed line between Berlin and Hanover is particularly affected. A section of this line will be closed from April 4 to 14. This will result in cancellations and diversions, meaning passengers can expect an additional travel time of around 45 minutes. The diversions affect the line between Hanover or Braunschweig and Berlin, which will significantly increase travel times. In addition, some stops will be canceled, causing additional inconvenience for affected travelers. Travelers are asked to prepare for the changed timetables in advance and, if necessary, check alternative connections. Final work between Bamberg and Nuremberg. There will also be restrictions on the route between Bamberg and Nuremberg from April 11 to April 21. During this period, final work on the line expansion will take place. This will also result in the line being closed, meaning that long-distance trains between Berlin and Munich will have to be diverted via Würzburg. This diversion will increase travel times by approximately 100 minutes. Travelers who use this route during this period

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Aero 2025 brings thousands of visitors and hundreds of flight movements

Aero 2025, which takes place from April 9 to 12 in Friedrichshafen, is seeing a significant increase in flight operations at Lake Constance Airport. In addition to numerous exhibition aircraft, around 1.000 additional flight movements have been registered – many visitors are traveling with their own aircraft and taking advantage of the direct access from the airport to the exhibition grounds. A special highlight of the program is the arrival of a German Armed Forces Eurofighter, scheduled for April 7. The fighter jet can be viewed on site during the exhibition. Two public air shows are also planned for April 10 and 12, including a presentation of electric aircraft as part of the so-called "e-flight airshow." Aero is considered the leading international trade fair for general aviation, business aviation, and air sports. More than 30.000 visitors from over 80 countries are expected this year. Despite the busy traffic during the exhibition, regular scheduled and charter flights at the airport are proceeding as planned. However, the airport management asks for your understanding for possible noise disturbances caused by increased flight operations.

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Negotiations on direct air links between the US and Russia are gaining momentum

Amid geopolitical tensions and global political uncertainties, talks about resuming direct air links between the United States and Russia have gained renewed momentum. These talks, initiated in part by Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), offer a glimpse into the desired normalization of diplomatic and economic relations between the two countries. Discussions about air travel have intensified, particularly in recent months, as Russia has increasingly pushed for the restoration of direct air links to the United States after they were suspended in the wake of the 2022 Ukraine conflict. Kirill Dmitriev and the Desire for Direct Links Kirill Dmitriev, the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, who is under sanction by Western states, recently traveled to the United States for talks with senior US officials, including Steve Witkoff, the US Special Representative for the Middle East. Among the topics raised was the resumption of direct air links between the United States and Russia. Dmitriev stated that US companies are very interested in resuming operations in Russia. He also emphasized that Russia is working to restore direct air connections to the US, which would significantly facilitate travel for Russian citizens after the ability to fly directly from Russia to the US has been largely restricted since 2022. Restoring direct connections would not only promote exchanges between the two countries but would also be mutually beneficial for travelers and businesses. Before the suspension of flights, it was common for Russian passengers to transfer to third-country airports such as Istanbul or Dubai.

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Nuremberg attracts with a diverse summer flight schedule 2025

Nuremberg Airport is presenting a diverse flight schedule for summer 2025 with around 60 non-stop destinations. In addition to popular holiday destinations on the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands, numerous European cities will also be served. A focus is on Spain, with various airlines flying to Mallorca several times a day. The Canary Islands and other mainland Spanish destinations are also offered. Turkey remains a popular destination, especially Antalya, with up to 70 weekly connections. Fans of Greece can look forward to flights to Corfu, Crete, Rhodes, and Thessaloniki. Italy is represented with destinations such as Bari, Naples, and Rome. In addition to classic holiday destinations, city trips to Amsterdam, London, Paris, and Eastern European cities will also be offered. Of particular note is the resumption of the connection to Kavala, Nuremberg's twin city in Greece.

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Delta Air Lines expands free Wi-Fi offering to Boeing 717 fleet

Delta Air Lines has announced that it will equip its entire fleet of Boeing 717 aircraft with free Wi-Fi. This decision follows the recent introduction of free internet access on most transatlantic routes to Europe, West Africa, and Israel. Delta's Boeing 717 aircraft, with an average age of 23,3 years, will be equipped with fast and free Delta Sync Wi-Fi. This technology enables simultaneous dual-network connectivity to ensure seamless streaming on personal devices and superior performance across Delta's network. Retrofits are scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter and be completed by early 2026. Ranjan Goswami, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience Design at Delta Air Lines, emphasized the importance of this initiative: "Thanks to the dedication and expertise of the Delta teams, we are making tremendous progress in our efforts to bring fast, free Wi-Fi to every aircraft in our fleet—which, in turn, transforms our aircraft into personalized platforms where customers can communicate and engage in meaningful new ways." Expansion of Wi-Fi offerings to regional jets In addition to upgrading its Boeing 717 fleet, Delta plans to equip its regional jets with Wi-Fi services. The first of over 400 regional jets, a CRJ-700, has already been equipped with fast, free Wi-Fi and entered service. This move is part of Delta's strategy to optimize the customer experience through improved connectivity. Beginning in late 2026, Delta will equip select newly delivered A350-1000 and Airbus A321neo aircraft with a dual-network connectivity system. This system will further enhance the next-generation Delta Sync seat entertainment experience, including intelligent 4K HDR QLED displays, Bluetooth connectivity, and advanced personalization options.

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FMO records passenger growth but sees challenges

Münster/Osnabrück Airport (FMO) recorded passenger growth of 2025 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 12. A total of 124.000 passengers were handled. This growth follows a successful 2024, in which FMO recorded the highest growth of all German airports with 1,28 million passengers and a growth rate of 30 percent. During the winter months, FMO benefited particularly from new Sundair connections to the Canary Islands and expanded Ryanair route offerings to Alicante and Mallorca. In addition, around 7.000 passengers were handled in March who were diverted due to strikes at other airports. However, FMO anticipates a challenging business environment for the coming months. The cancellation of the Frankfurt route by Lufthansa, the weak economic situation in Germany, the decline in business travel, and the postponement of holiday seasons pose additional hurdles. In conjunction with the high location costs in Germany, the FMO expects less favorable conditions, which could negatively impact the positive trend of recent months.

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BFU report: Severe turbulence on Condor flight to Mauritius

On March 2, 2023, an Airbus A330-900 operated by Condor Airlines encountered severe turbulence en route from Frankfurt to Mauritius, resulting in injuries to 22 passengers, including six with broken bones. The incident occurred approximately two hours before the scheduled landing while the aircraft was crossing Seychelles airspace. The Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU) investigated the incident and has now submitted its final report. Flight DE2314 took off from Frankfurt as scheduled and initially proceeded without incident. Shortly after midnight, at an altitude of 39.000 feet (approximately 11.900 meters), the cockpit crew noticed an approaching cloud area with peaks reaching up to 46.000 feet (approximately 14.000 meters). To avoid possible turbulence, the crew decided to steer clear of the cloud area and requested a corresponding course change from the responsible air traffic control unit. Without waiting for clearance, the crew independently initiated a right turn to circumvent the weather phenomenon. Despite this measure, the aircraft entered a cloud layer, which initially caused light turbulence, then within a few seconds became very severe. Loose objects were thrown through the cabin, and unbelted passengers lifted from their seats. The recorded acceleration values ​​ranged between +1,75g ​​and -0,7g. In addition, the flight speed briefly increased to Mach 0,856, close to the maximum permissible speed of Mach 0,86. Injuries and Damage: As a result of the severe turbulence, a total of 22 people were injured, six of them seriously. The injuries ranged from bruises and abrasions to fractures, particularly vertebral fractures. After landing in Mauritius, the injured received medical treatment; some required hospital treatment. The aircraft's cabin

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