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China Eastern Airlines Launches Daily Kunming-Kuala Lumpur Service

By | 2024-03-18T13:18:03-04:00 March 18th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airport Business, Press Releases|

China Eastern Airlines has inaugurated its daily flight MU9629, connecting Kunming, China, to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, marking a significant expansion in its route network. The service is set to accommodate 156 passengers, catering to the growing demand for travel between these vibrant cities. The introduction of this new route comes in the wake of Malaysia's [...]

Iconic Supersonic Concorde Returns to Display at Intrepid Museum After Restoration

By | 2024-03-18T14:05:00-04:00 March 15th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft, Aircraft Business, Airline Business|

The iconic Concorde, celebrated as the only supersonic commercial airliner to have graced the skies with regular passenger service, is poised for a grand showcase at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City. Following a meticulous seven-month restoration endeavor, the retired British Airways Concorde, bearing the registration G-BOAD, is set to [...]

China’s ARJ21 and C919 Jets Showcase in Malaysia Targeting Southeast Asia Market Expansion

By | 2024-03-18T14:04:42-04:00 March 15th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Aircraft Engines & Suppliers, Press Releases|

China's indigenous commercial aircraft, the ARJ21 and C919, marked their debut in Malaysia with a static display and a demonstration flight at the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Selangor state. This significant event, aimed at showcasing the capabilities and economic viability of these aircraft, underscores China's efforts to penetrate the Southeast Asian aviation market. [...]

United Airlines Nears Leasing Deal for 36 Airbus A321neo Jets Amid Boeing 737-10 Uncertainties

By | 2024-03-15T11:38:54-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business|

United Airlines is on the verge of leasing over thirty-six Airbus A321neo jets, as per Bloomberg News, leveraging sources familiar with the discussions. The move comes as United seeks alternatives to the yet-to-be-certified Boeing MAX 10 aircraft, initially anticipated to become a fleet mainstay this year. The decision is partly influenced by renewed certification doubts [...]

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian Distributes $1.4 Billion to Employees: Unveiling His Leadership Secrets

By | 2024-03-15T11:49:10-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business|

Delta Air Lines' Ed Bastian, celebrated for his transformative leadership, recently shared $1.4 billion in bonuses with his team, showcasing his commitment to putting people first. Bastian, who experienced his first flight at 25, has risen to become a Fortune 500 luminary and the Chief Executive magazine's CEO of the Year in 2023. His journey [...]

American Airlines Boeing 777 Lands Safely in Los Angeles Amid Mechanical Concerns

By | 2024-03-14T14:38:30-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Safety|

An American Airlines flight aboard a Boeing 777 concluded safely at Los Angeles airport this Wednesday, following concerns over a potential mechanical issue reported by the flight's captain. The airline confirmed in a statement that the 23-year-old aircraft, as noted by Airfleets Aviation, embarked from Dallas Fort Worth, Texas, and arrived in Los Angeles, California, [...]

Boeing Faces Record-Keeping Issue in NTSB Investigation of Alaska Airlines 737 Max Incident

By | 2024-03-14T14:20:18-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Aircraft Engines & Suppliers, Airline Business, Government & Regulatory, Safety|

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is facing challenges in its investigation into a January incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737-9, as Boeing’s CEO admits to lacking records for work done on a door panel that subsequently detached from the aircraft. This revelation complicates efforts to pinpoint responsibility for the malfunction, according to NTSB Chair [...]

Chicago O’Hare Expects Strong Summer, Seeks Return To 2019 Traffic Levels

By | 2024-03-16T11:21:09-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airport Business|

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is setting the stage for a vibrant summer season as it eyes a significant rebound in passenger traffic, aiming to match or exceed the bustling pre-pandemic era of 2019. With an encouraging recovery trajectory observed in 2023, where ORD saw an 8.1% increase in passenger volume over 2022, reaching 87.3% [...]

Airline and Airport Weekly News In Brief: JetBlue, Delta, Air Canada, ITA and More

By | 2024-03-18T18:11:35-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airport Business|

In a week bustling with aviation developments, airlines globally have announced significant changes to their routes and networks. From new connections bridging continents to strategic codeshares, the industry's landscape continues to evolve, reflecting recovery trends and shifting market demands. JetBlue Airways Marks Transatlantic Expansion with Dublin Flights JetBlue Airways has officially expanded its transatlantic network, [...]

Aeromexico’s Journey from 1934 to Today

By | 2024-03-18T11:26:34-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines|

Aerovías de México SA de CV, widely recognized as Aeromexico, has been a pivotal player in the aviation industry since its inception in 1934, originally named Aeronaves de Mexico. Marking its maiden voyage on September 14, 1934, from Mexico City to Acapulco with a Stinson SR aircraft, Aeromexico has established itself as the flag carrier [...]

United Airlines Adjusts Fleet Strategy, Shifts Focus from Boeing 737-10 to -9 Amid Certification Concerns

By | 2024-03-14T12:49:23-04:00 March 13th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Safety|

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby, at a recent JPMorgan investor conference, announced a pivotal shift in the airline's aircraft acquisition strategy, reflecting United's adaptability and foresight. The airline has requested Boeing to pause production of the 737-10 aircraft, a model for which United had previously placed orders. Instead, the focus will now be on the [...]

50 New Routes Energizing the Americas Air Travel Landscape

By | 2024-03-16T11:35:20-04:00 March 13th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Airport Business, Airports|

The Americas region is set to experience a significant boost in air connectivity, thanks to the introduction of 50 new routes by leading airlines including Air Canada, WestJet, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, JetBlue, and several others in the coming months. Notable Launches by Canadian Airlines Air Canada is making a grand return to the [...]

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