PLAY (Iceland) reported carrying 99,393 passengers in November 2024, reflecting a 17% decline compared to the same month last year. Despite the drop in passenger numbers, the airline achieved a 7.9-point increase in load factor (LF), which rose to 82.4%.
Emirates (UAE) has announced the launch of a third daily non-stop flight connecting Dubai and Melbourne, set to begin on March 30, 2025. This additional service will be operated using the airline’s newly retrofitted four-class Boeing 777-300ER, offering passengers enhanced comfort and more travel options.
Conviasa (Venezuela) has announced the launch of a new route connecting Caracas to Guangzhou, China, with a stopover in Moscow, Russia. The service is scheduled to commence on December 20, 2024, marking a significant expansion in the airline’s international network.
Centrum Air (Uzbekistan) has announced the launch of a new route connecting Tashkent to Colombo, Sri Lanka, starting on December 15, 2024. The flights will be operated using the airline’s modern Airbus A321neo aircraft, offering passengers an efficient and comfortable travel option between the two cities.
Centrum Air (Uzbekistan) has announced a strategic shift to a hub-and-spoke model starting from its summer 2025 schedule, positioning Tashkent as a major transit hub connecting East and West. This transformative initiative will be supported by a significant fleet expansion, set to more than double the airline’s capacity by July 2025.
Caribbean Airlines (Trinidad) has officially launched its new service connecting Guadeloupe with stops in St. Luciaand Dominica. This addition to the airline’s network enhances regional connectivity and provides travelers with more convenient options to explore the Caribbean.
Brussels Airlines (Belgium) has announced plans to launch a new nonstop route connecting Brussels Airport to Funchal, Madeira, starting on April 5, 2025. The service will be operated using Airbus A320ceo or A320neo aircraft, providing passengers with a convenient and comfortable travel option to this sought-after destination.
AJet (Turkiye) has announced the launch of a new route connecting Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Algiers, set to commence on January 6, 2025. The flights will be operated using a combination of Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737-8, and Airbus A321 aircraft.
Air Arabia Egypt has announced plans to launch a new route connecting Alexandria Borg el Arab Airport to Taif, Saudi Arabia, starting February 21, 2025. The flights will be operated using the airline’s reliable and efficient Airbus A320 aircraft.
South African Airways (SAA) pilots have officially ended their strike after successfully negotiating a salary increment. The resolution of the dispute ensures the restoration of normal operations for the airline, which had been impacted by the industrial action.
