KLM has announced the nomination of Mathieu Essenberg as its new Chief Operating Officer, pending the usual consultation procedures and regulatory approvals. The move signals a renewed focus on strengthening operational leadership at the Dutch flag carrier as the airline continues to navigate evolving post-pandemic challenges and adapt its network for future growth.
Air Canada has finalized a new tentative collective agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW), targeting stability for the technical operations, maintenance, and operational support workforce.
Stratos Appoints Three Senior Aviation Executives as the aircraft investment specialist strengthens its global team with the addition of experienced industry professionals across its operations in Singapore, London, and Europe.
ANA Appoints Juichi Hirasawa As President And CEO, marking a significant leadership transition at All Nippon Airways, Japan’s largest airline and long-standing SKYTRAX 5-Star carrier. The change will take effect on April 1, 2026, when Hirasawa succeeds Shinichi Inoue, who will move into a Senior Advisor role at ANA HOLDINGS INC.
Etihad Airways Appoints Captain Khalid Al Ali SVP, naming him Senior Vice President Aeropolitical, International and Government Affairs. The appointment strengthens the airline’s leadership team as it continues to expand its global network and deepen international regulatory engagement.
Air Astana Announces Leadership Changes, confirming key executive appointments that will take effect in March and April 2026, reshaping the leadership structure of both the parent group and its low-cost subsidiary.
Air India And Lufthansa Group Sign Joint Business MoU establishing a framework for a comprehensive joint business agreement aimed at significantly expanding connectivity between India and Europe while enhancing commercial coordination and customer experience.
AerCap Files 2025 Form 20-F With SEC as the Dublin-based global aircraft lessor confirmed it has submitted its annual report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in accordance with U.S. regulatory requirements.
AAR CORP. has appointed Dylan Wolin as Chief Financial Officer, effective February 23, 2026. He will oversee finance, accounting, tax, treasury, investor relations, and corporate development.
JetBlue and United Airlines have launched revenue booking capabilities under their Blue Sky collaboration, allowing customers to purchase eligible itineraries operated by either carrier directly through each airline’s website and mobile app.
