Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s emerging national carrier, has secured over 2,500 slots at King Khalid International Airport (RUH). This milestone aligns with the airline’s ambitious strategy to establish Riyadh as a global aviation hubby 2030, a key component of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative.
GE Aerospace, in partnership with Boeing, NASA, and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, is advancing the aviation industry’s pursuit of energy efficiency by modeling the integration of an Open Fan engine design with an aircraft. This collaborative effort underscores a shared commitment to developing innovative technologies that reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) has announced that its ARJ21 regional jet will now be known as the C909, as part of a strategic move to unify the naming convention of its aircraft lineup. This rebranding reflects COMAC’s efforts to streamline its product offerings and strengthen its brand identity in the global aviation market.
interCaribbean Airways, based in the Turks & Caicos Islands, has announced the launch of a new route connecting Grenada (GND) and Georgetown (GEO), starting December 1, 2024. The service will be operated with the airline’s reliable Embraer ERJ145, a regional jet known for its efficiency and comfort.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, has announced plans to resume flights between Bangalore (BLR) and Kuala Lumpur (KUL) starting December 21, 2024. The service will be operated using the fuel-efficient Airbus A320neo, reflecting IndiGo’s commitment to modernizing its fleet and enhancing passenger experience.
Etihad Airways, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has announced that it will end its unilateral codeshare and bilateral frequent-flyer partnership with Virgin Australia effective June 1, 2025. The decision reflects a “divergence in the strategic direction” of the two airlines, according to Etihad’s statement.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has reported strong operational results for October 2024, carrying 1.6 million passengers. The airline also achieved a Passenger Load Factor (PLF) increase of 1.0 percentage point, reaching 87% for the month.
Caribbean Airlines, the flag carrier of Trinidad and Tobago, has announced the resumption of its Kingston (KIN) – Fort Lauderdale (FLL) route starting December 17, 2024. The service will be operated with the airline’s Boeing 737-8aircraft, offering enhanced capacity and efficiency.
Avianca, Colombia’s flag carrier, has announced plans to resume flights between Bogota (BOG) and Havana (HAV)starting December 16, 2024. The route will be operated using the Airbus A320neo, a modern and fuel-efficient aircraft designed for comfortable and cost-effective operations.
AirAsia Cambodia is set to expand its regional connectivity with the launch of a new route between Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) and Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). The service is scheduled to commence on February 5, 2025, utilizing the Airbus A320 aircraft.
