ABX Air has recently commenced operations with the 10th Boeing 767-300F aircraft in its fleet for Amazon. This specific aircraft, previously managed by Atlas Air, has been repositioned to ABX Air as part of Amazon’s strategy to expand its dedicated air cargo network in the United States. By integrating this aircraft into ABX Air’s operations, Amazon aims to bolster its…
Vietravel Airlines, a prominent airline based in Vietnam, has significantly raised its charter capital by nearly 100%, bringing the total to US$51.4 million. This capital expansion is a strategic move aimed at supporting the airline’s growth initiatives, strengthening its financial foundation, and improving its operational capacity to meet increased demand in the Vietnamese air travel market. Vietravel Group,…
Rumors have surfaced regarding Aerolíneas Argentinas potentially being acquired by a consortium involving Delta Air Lines from the United States and Avianca of Colombia. The Argentine government, which holds a stake in Aerolíneas Argentinas, is reportedly weighing a purchase proposal put forth by the two airlines, suggesting potential international expansion for the Argentine carrier under new ownership. This rumored deal,…
In the ever-changing landscape of the aviation industry, Volotea, a Spanish low-cost airline, has decided not to pursue slots at Milan Linate, leaving easyJet as the only airline still interested in these slots. This decision comes in the wake of ITA Airways and Lufthansa having to give up their slots as part of the EU…
Viva, the Mexican low-cost carrier, recorded a 2.8% increase in passenger numbers for October 2024, reaching 2.4 million passengers. Despite the growth in traffic, the airline’s load factor (LF) dropped by 2.1 points to 87.7%, indicating a slight decrease in seat occupancy compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, Viva’s Available Seat Miles (ASMs) rose by 5.0%, and Revenue Passenger Miles (RPMs) increased by 2.9%, reflecting the airline’s expanded capacity and sustained…
Virgin Atlantic has announced its return to Mexico with the launch of a new route connecting London Heathrow to Cancun. Scheduled to commence on 19 October 2025, this seasonal route will operate during the winter season, catering to increased demand for travel to Mexico’s popular tourist destinations. The service will be operated using Virgin Atlantic’s advanced A350-1000 aircraft, known for its spacious layout, fuel…
Turkish Airlines has announced its performance statistics for October 2024, revealing a 2.9% decline in passenger numbers compared to the previous year, totaling 7.1 million passengers. Despite this decrease in traffic, the airline maintained a load factor (LF) of 82.7%, indicating stable occupancy on its flights. Additionally, the airline reported a 4.8% increase in Available Seat Kilometers (ASKs), reflecting expanded capacity and route offerings.
Turkish Airlines has revealed plans to expand its global network with the launch of new flights from Istanbul to Lima, Peru and Phnom Penh, Cambodia, expected to begin by June 2025. This route expansion is part of Turkish Airlines’ strategy to increase its presence in underserved regions and strengthen connectivity between Turkey and South America, as well as Southeast Asia. With these…
Norwegian, the low-cost carrier based in Norway, has announced that it will discontinue its route between Evenes and London after only two months of service. The decision to drop the route comes as a result of insufficient demand, which made it unsustainable to continue operations. The short-lived route highlights the challenges airlines face in assessing and adapting to market demands,…
IAG (International Airlines Group), based in the UK, has indicated that its low-cost subsidiary Level, headquartered in Spain, could consider launching flights to Asia in the future. However, according to IAG, the current market conditions are not suitable for such an expansion. While IAG has not ruled out the possibility, it has emphasized that the decision will depend on improvements…
