Turkish Airlines eyes 355 jets in new Airbus order
Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Turkey, is currently in discussions with Airbus to significantly expand its fleet through an order for 355 new aircraft. If finalized, this move could…
Turkish Airlines leases 21 aircraft
The development of Turkish Airlines continues apace with its fleet expansion plans. In a public announcement posted on its investor relations portal, the Turkish flag carrier declared that it has…
Shortage of ATCs behind spike in US aircraft close calls
On November 9, 2023, a United States (US) subcommittee met to hear evidence from aviation experts about the spike in aircraft close calls at airports over the last year. The…
Light aircraft crew rescued from ocean: video
A Cessna light aircraft has experienced a severe engine failure off the Sunshine Coast of Queensland in Australia, leading to an emergency ocean landing. This high-stakes incident unfolded approximately 35…
NASA uses refitted Cold War spy planes for geological survey
NASA has embarked on a mission to find and map vital mineral deposits in the Western United States using high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft. The Geological Earth Mapping Experiment (GEMx) project is…
Artificial Intelligence: the final frontier in aviation?
In 2023, artificial intelligence permeates virtually every industry across the globe. Aviation is no exception with AI reaching new heights – literally. From commercial airlines and the armed forces to…
Lessor receives $208M for stranded planes flown by Aeroflot
Global aircraft operating leasing company BOC Aviation has accepted a financial settlement from an insurance company for planes it owns that have been left stranded in Russia. BOC Aviation confirmed…
Israel-Hamas conflict leads to drop in global air travel
New data suggests that the current Israel-Hamas conflict has significantly impacted international travel, with repercussions felt globally by the aviation industry. Data from the travel analysis firm ForwardKeys reveals a…
ITA Airways’ welcomes arrival of first Airbus A321neo
ITA Airways’ all-Airbus fleet strategy has continued with the arrival of the airline’s first A321neo. The all-blue aircraft was delivered on lease from Air Lease Corporation after leaving Airbus’ Hamburg…
Air France-KLM invests in SAF producer Air France-KLM invests in SAF producer DG Fuels
On November 10, 2023, Air France-KLM announced that it will be investing $4.7 million in DG Fuels, a producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) based in the United States. With…