Lufthansa Cargo has inaugurated the first and most significant phase of its ambitious LCCevo infrastructure programme at Frankfurt Airport, marking a major milestone in its plan to create Europe’s most modern air cargo hub by 2030. The newly completed ALPHA phase covers approximately 80,000 square metres and forms part of a €600 million investment aimed […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban25 JunBrussels Airport has been recognised as the Best Airport in Europe at the 2026 Asian Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards, reaffirming its position as one of the continent’s leading air cargo hubs. The award, presented in Shanghai by the industry publication Air Cargo News, recognises excellence across the global logistics sector, including airports, […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban25 JunBreeze Airways has announced a significant expansion of its network, adding three new destinations and 11 new nonstop routes as it continues its strategy of serving underserved markets across the United States. The airline is introducing new services to and from several cities, with notable growth centred on Vero Beach, Trenton and Dayton. Among the […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban25 JunNeptune Aviation Services has taken delivery of its first Airbus A319, marking the start of a next-generation airtanker programme that will make Neptune the first operator to deploy the A319 in aerial firefighting missions. The aircraft, a former Braathens passenger plane, has been delivered to Commercial Jet‘s maintenance facility in Dothan, Alabama, where it will […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunCondor will resume flights between Frankfurt and Windhoek in summer 2027, reintroducing a route that was previously operated by the airline between 2014 and 2021. The new service will launch at the end of June 2027 and operate three times weekly, with departures from Frankfurt on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays using the carrier’s modern Airbus […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunASL Airlines Belgium has inaugurated a new direct cargo route linking Liege Airport and Sary-Arka Airport in Karaganda, Kazakhstan, further strengthening air freight connectivity between Europe and Central Asia. The new service, which commenced on 16 June 2026, is operated five times per week using a Boeing 747-400F. The route is designed to support Karaganda’s […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunEurowings has introduced a comprehensive new corporate design aimed at better reflecting its evolution from a traditional low-cost carrier into a European value airline focused on comfort, flexibility and a more relaxed travel experience. Built around the brand promise “More ease for everyone“, the redesigned identity features a simplified and more digital-friendly design system intended […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunAirbus is facing renewed regulatory attention after the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ordered inspections of 16 Airbus A380 aircraft following the discovery of cracks in a critical wing structure component. The inspections focus on the wing mid-spar, an essential structural element within the wing box that distributes flight loads. Of the affected aircraft, […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunThe Cathay Group recorded strong growth across both its passenger and cargo businesses in May 2026, with Cathay Pacific and HK Express carrying more than 3.3 million passengers, up 14% year-on-year, while Cathay Cargo transported over 150,000 tonnes of freight, an 11% increase. Cathay Pacific saw passenger numbers rise by 17% compared with May 2025, […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunSpanish carrier Air Europa has launched its first scheduled route to sub-Saharan Africa, introducing a three-times-weekly direct service between Madrid and Johannesburg. The new route, inaugurated on 24 June 2026, is designed to strengthen tourism, trade and business links between Southern Africa, Europe and Latin America. Operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the service connects […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunAt the ACI EUROPE Annual Congress in Prague, the winners of the 2026 Best Airport Awards were announced, recognising airports that excel in operational efficiency, passenger service and environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance. Among the category winners, Helsinki Airport received the Digital Transformation Award for its advanced operational platform now deployed across 20 airports, […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban24 JunAirbus Helicopters has delivered the first H145M military helicopter to the Kingdom of Belgium, marking the beginning of a major fleet modernisation programme for both the Belgian Armed Forces and the Federal Police. The delivery follows a procurement contract signed in 2024 through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), under which Belgium ordered a […]
Aviation24.be•Bart Noëth24 JunU.S. authorities have seized more than 300 drones operating near venues hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup since the tournament began, according to the Transportation Security Administration. Strict temporary flight restrictions are in force on match days, prohibiting all aircraft operations—including drones—within a three-nautical-mile radius and up to 3,000 feet above stadiums unless specifically authorised […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban23 JunDiscover Airlines will increase its service between Munich and Windhoek from three to five weekly flights starting in April 2027, responding to strong and sustained demand for the route. The airline will add new Monday and Thursday frequencies, bringing its Munich–Windhoek schedule to five weekly flights operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Combined […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban23 JunA TUI fly Netherlands Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner registered PH-TFM operating flight OR191 from Mombasa to Amsterdam on 22 June made a precautionary diversion to Rhodes International Airport on Monday after the crew reported a possible technical problem during the flight. According to flight-tracking data, the aircraft departed from its planned route and diverted to Rhodes, […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban23 JunA Bolivian Air Force Cessna 210L Centurion registered FAB-409 crashed on 21 June in the Tres Cruces area of Sayari in the Cochabamba department, killing all six people on board. The aircraft had been operating a civic support mission on a domestic flight between La Paz and Cochabamba when it lost contact with air traffic control. […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban23 JunAsiana Airlines will formally exit the Star Alliance on 16 December 2026, ending a 23-year membership that began in 2003. The alliance confirmed that it will continue operating with 14 member airlines serving Incheon International Airport, maintaining extensive connectivity from Seoul with more than 1,900 monthly flights to 29 destinations worldwide. In the transition period, […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban23 JunChina Eastern Airlines has resumed its non-stop service between Shanghai and Stockholm, restoring the route for the first time since it was suspended in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The inaugural return flight, MU289, departed from Shanghai Pudong International Airport on 22 June bound for Stockholm Arlanda Airport, operating with a full passenger load. […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban23 JunEmirates has introduced a range of summer promotions for passengers travelling to or through Dubai, including complimentary stays at the five-star JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, discounts across the city, and customised stopover itineraries. Passengers booking return flights between 22 June and 12 July for travel from 25 June to 30 September can benefit from a […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban23 JunLow-cost carrier easyJet has rejected a £4.74 billion takeover proposal from investment firm Castlelake, describing the offer as “opportunistic” and not in the best interests of shareholders. Castlelake revealed that it had submitted three separate bids, the latest valuing easyJet at £6.25 per share, following earlier offers of £5.60 and £6.00 that were also rejected. […]
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