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On May 16, President Joe Biden signed sweeping aviation legislation that will boost U.S. air traffic controller staffing, increase funding to avert runway close-call incidents © Shutterstock

Biden signs landmark aviation law to enhance safety, boost staffing and protect consumers

May 17, 2024

On Thursday, May 16, President Joe Biden signed sweeping aviation legislation that will boost U.S. air traffic controller staffing, increase funding to avert runway close-call incidents, and speed up refunds for cancelled flights, according to Reuters. The US$105 billion, five-year measure re-authorises the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It prohibits airlines from charging fees for families

Spirit AeroSystems Wichita, Kansas facility © Shutterstock

Spirit AeroSystems announces job cuts amid financial challenges

May 17, 2024

In response to mounting financial difficulties and a decline in deliveries to Boeing Co., Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc. intends to trim its workforce by approximately 450 employees at its Wichita, Kansas headquarters. The reduced production of 737 Max airframes and other components has necessitated a downsizing, according to a spokesperson representing the company. Affected staff

Portugal to build new international airport in Alcochete

May 16, 2024

Portugal will construct a new international airport in the municipality of Alcochete, across the River Tagus from Lisbon, Prime Minister Luis Montenegro announced on May 14, after decades of debate over the location, REUTERS news agency reported. The new airport will be situated at the site of a military airfield in Alcochete, about 40 km

Geir Karlsen, CEO of Norwegian and Petter A. Stordalen, owner and founder of Strawberry © Norwegian

Norwegian and Strawberry agree on jointly owned loyalty company

May 15, 2024

Norwegian and Strawberry have finalised an agreement to create a joint platform for their loyalty programmes, Norwegian Reward and Strawberry, which together boast 10 million members. Following an initial announcement in June last year, the arrangement has now been fully formalised, and the jointly owned company is operational. The value proposition for both members and

Kate Harbosin (l), P&WC and Puja Mahajan (r) CEO Azzera

Azzera partners with Pratt & Whitney Canada for carbon offset solutions

May 15, 2024

Azzera, Inc. (Azzera), a company specialising in sustainability solutions for business aviation, has been selected by Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, to provide carbon credits for Pratt & Whitney Canada’s Carbon Offset Service. Azzera will supply a portfolio of high-quality carbon credits, rated through its impact score, ensuring transparency and integrity. This collaboration marks

Travelport and WestJet sign long-term content distribution agreement

May 15, 2024

Travelport, a global technology company that supports travel bookings for numerous travel suppliers, and Calgary, Canada-based WestJet, have announced a new long-term content distribution deal. This renewed partnership aims to enhance WestJet’s retailing capabilities as both companies collaborate on the future delivery of new distribution capability (NDC) content and servicing. “This is an exciting time

Representatives from airBaltic, UPB Nams, the Ozola un Bula architect office and RIX Riga Airport, with the time capsule at the construction site of the new Baltic Cargo Hub

airBaltic celebrates milestone in construction of Baltic Cargo Hub

May 13, 2024

Latvian national airline airBaltic, in collaboration with UPB Nams, the Ozola un Bula architect office, and RIX Riga Airport, marked a significant milestone in the development of the Baltic Cargo Hub by inserting a time capsule. The Baltic Cargo Hub, poised to become the largest dedicated air cargo handling centre in the Baltics, will reinforce

airBaltic unveils Technical Academy

May 10, 2024

Latvian flag carrier airBaltic has reported the inauguration of the airBaltic Technical Academy – a leading-edge training venture tailored for individuals aspiring to embark on or enhance their careers in aircraft maintenance. The academy is currently open for applications for its trio of specialised programmes, in partnership with Riga Technical University, Liepaja State Technical School

GE Additive rebrands as Colibrium Additive

May 2, 2024

GE Additive is undergoing a transformation, emerging anew as Colibrium Additive – an entity within the GE Aerospace fold. Forming part of GE Aerospace’s Propulsion & Additive Technologies (PAT) division, Colibrium Additive, formerly known as GE Additive, was established towards the end of 2016. Today, it stands as a trusted ally and producer of industrial

GPS jamming prompted Finnair to halt flights to Tartu until alternative solutions are implemented ©AirTeamImages

Estonia accuses Russia of GPS signal interference in Baltic region

May 1, 2024

Estonia has accused Russia of breaching international airspace regulations by disrupting GPS signals. According to REUTERS, Margus Tsahkna, Estonia’s Foreign Minister, stated that the interference in Estonian airspace caused disruptions to civil aviation in the area. Tsahkna labelled this interference as a “hybrid attack” and intends to address the issue at the European Union (EU)

Other News

Biden signs landmark aviation law to enhance safety, boost staffing and protect consumers

Spirit AeroSystems announces job cuts amid financial challenges

Portugal to build new international airport in Alcochete

Norwegian and Strawberry agree on jointly owned loyalty company

Azzera partners with Pratt & Whitney Canada for carbon offset solutions

Travelport and WestJet sign long-term content distribution agreement

airBaltic celebrates milestone in construction of Baltic Cargo Hub

airBaltic unveils Technical Academy

GE Additive rebrands as Colibrium Additive

Estonia accuses Russia of GPS signal interference in Baltic region

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