Judge Seeks Further Concessions as JetBlue-Spirit Trial Concludes
WEBDec 8, 2023 · DALLAS — The United States Department of Justice trial regarding the proposed US$3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines (NK) by JetBlue Airways (B6) has concluded with closing arguments from US District Judge William Young.. The judge has indicated that the deal could move forward if B6 agrees to divest additional assets. He acknowledged the unique challenges and opportunities in the ...
Flying the Extra Miles: Aircraft with the Longest Range - Airways
WEBOct 13, 2023 · The Airbus A350-900ULR (Long-Range), designed especially for Singapore Airlines (SQ), holds the title of the longest-range commercial airliner currently in operation. With a whopping range of over 9,700 nautical miles (18,000 kilometers), it connects Singapore with long-haul destinations in Europe and North America, notably New York, a …
The Top Five Airways Articles of 2023
WEBDec 25, 2023 · Photo: Marty Basaria/Airways. 1. Alaska Airlines' Longest Route. Brandon Farris' article highlighting Alaska Airlines (AS) launching its longest route to date garnered the highest number of views on airwaysmag.com. AS made an announcement in October 2023 regarding the introduction of new flights connecting Anchorage (ANC) …
ACI Forecasts Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels by Year-end
WEBDALLAS — By the end of 2024, worldwide passenger traffic is expected to surpass 9.7 billion, breaking the pre-pandemic 2019 record for the first time, according to Airports Council International (ACI) World.. The airport council released its annual World Airport Traffic Forecasts (WATF) 2023–2052 dataset, which projects that by 2024, domestic passenger traffic will reach 5.7 billion, while ...
Airborne! The First Airbus A321XLR Takes Off - airwaysmag.com
WEBJun 15, 2022 · HAMBURG - As the skies of Hamburg cleared, Airbus' latest next-generation narrowbody aircraft, the A321XLR (Extra Long Range) took off on its first test flight, a significant milestone for the highly anticipated aircraft.. On board were five test pilots and engineers, who monitored the aircraft's aircraft’s flight controls, engines, and main systems, including flight envelope protections ...
Virgin Atlantic Plans World's First Transatlantic Flight Using 100
WEBJul 20, 2023 · DALLAS - Virgin Atlantic (VS) has revealed plans to operate the world's first transatlantic flight using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).The flight from London Heathrow (LHR) to New York (JFK) is planned for November 28, 2023, subject to regulatory approvals. The move comes after the airline completed ground tests with Rolls-Royce on one of the carrier's Boeing 787-9 Trent 1000 engines.
78th IATA Annual General Meeting Recap - Airways
WEBJun 21, 2022 · The International Air Transport Association's 78th Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit took place in Doha, Qatar, in June 2022. The event discussed the industry's recovery, challenges, and opportunities, as well as the pathway to net-zero emissions by 2050.
Airways Top 10 Airport Architectural Designs
WEBJun 25, 2022 · Denver International Airport, United States. An innovative airport design for the American city of Denver; the tensile roof canopy of Denver Airport (DEN) symbolizes the majestic, well-known snow-capped rock mountains in the surrounding area. Utilizing 300 days of sunshine per year and reflecting 90% of solar radiation, the roof material ...
Allegiant Air Adjusts Boeing 737 MAX Order - Airways
WEBOct 10, 2023 · DALLAS — Allegiant Air (G4) has adjusted its 2021 Boeing 737 MAX order by converting some Boeing 737-7s to 737-8-200s. The exact split was not revealed. The adjusted deal also includes 30 more Boeing 737 MAX options. "The amended agreements reflect a revised delivery schedule, with the first delivery due under the amendment in late 2023 and the delivery schedule for the initial 50 aircraft ...
Industry Resilience: Navigating November 2023 Challenges
WEBDec 18, 2023 · Delta Air Lines. Delta Air Lines (DL) operated 132,779 flights in November 2023, facing a 13.0% decrease from November 2019. A 6.3% reduction compared to October 2023 shows a gradual recovery trajectory. A 13.0% decline in frequency from last month becomes a backdrop against the more encouraging 6.3% reduction when compared to November 2019.