Etihad Cuts Losses, Plans A350 Launch In Q2 2022
When Etihad released its 2021 financial results it also confirmed its plan to operate the Airbus A350 in the second quarter of 2022.
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Rex Passenger Numbers Up 82 Pct
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Despite Delta and Omicron’s lockdowns, Rex’s passenger numbers soared 82% in the six months to December 2021. The airline’s new fleet of 737-800s is...
UAE Airlines Drop Pre-Arrival PCR Test
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Emirates, Etihad, and flydubai have updated their travel requirements for the United Arab Emirates in response to the government's directive.
Scoot Offers More Destinations On Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) Flights
Scoot has launched Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) services to Singapore from the following countries and territories: Australia*, Germany, Hong Kong (SAR), Malaysia, Philippines, Saudi...
Russia-Europe Airspace Closure Spares Asian Carriers
The closure of Russian airspace to several European airlines has spared Asian carriers, which have recovered from the pandemic more slowly than competitors elsewhere...
Following Ukraine’s invasion, the European Union restricted its airspace to all Russian airlines and Russian-owned and operated aircraft, and Russia soon after restricted its...
Air New Zealand To Fly Non-Stop To NYC This Year
Due to increased demand for avoiding stopovers following the post-Covid crisis, the nearly-18-hour marathon journey will commence this year.
How Will The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine Affect The Airline Industry?
Reactions from this development are likely to be felt all over the region and even around the world for airlines.
Airbus Aims 720 Deliveries In 2022 Despite Pandemic Challenges
In 2022, Airbus intends to deliver 720 commercial planes, up from the 611 planes it delivered in 2021. As the world recovers from the effects...
Qatar Airways’ Qmiles Program To Change To Avios
Qatar Airways said today that beginning in late March 2022, Avios will be used as the reward currency for all members worldwide. Qmiles balances...
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