Silver Airways has reached a last-minute agreement on a payment plan with Broward County Broward County Aviation Department (BCAD) that will allow it to continue operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
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Manta Air (Manta Aviation Private Limited) is the fastest growing private airline in the Maldives.
The airline announced in December their plans to expand the fleet with an additional twelve DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft for their seaplane services.
One of them is msn 239, registered N239Z (it will become 8Q-RAQ) seen in Palma de Mallorca today on delivery flight from Ft. Pierce, FL – Suffolk, VA – Bangor, ME – Ponta Delgada (Azores).
Top Copyright Photo: Manta Air de Havilland Canada DHC-6-300 Twin Otter N239Z (8Q-RAQ) (msn 239) PMI (Javier Rodriguez). Image: 960427.
WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group are celebrateding the inauguration of the first of three Boeing 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters in Toronto alongside integral business partners and key stakeholders.
The event was commemorated by a ribbon cutting at WestJet’s Torontohangar, signifying the launch of WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group’s dedicated freighter service that will fulfill the large-scale needs of businesses, freight forwarders, shippers and individual customers across North America. WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group’s Toronto celebration is the first of three inaugural events, taking place across Canada, with events in Halifax and Vancouver, to follow, respectively.
WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group’s dedicated freighters will now begin operating between its designated hubs in Halifax, Calgary, Los Angeles, Miami, Toronto and Vancouver. Integrating into the WestJet Group’s existing network, WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group’s dedicated freighters will work in tandem with the cargo carrying bellies of WestJet’s fleet, creating global connectivity and opening trade lanes between Canada and the Caribbean, Europe, Japan and the United States.
| Alaska Air Group today reported financial results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2023, and provided outlook for the second quarter ending June 30, 2023. “This quarter we returned to pre-pandemic levels of flying and our roadmap to profitable growth is on track,” said Alaska CEO Ben Minicucci. “As we progress through the year, we have taken deliberate steps to build momentum and we are well prepared for peak summer flying. Thank you to our 23,000 employees who are the backbone of our success – I’m proud of their work to deliver operational excellence and show care for the people who fly with us each day. We are well-positioned to deliver on our full-year financial targets, including a 9% to 12% adjusted pretax margin.” |
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| Financial Highlights: Reported net loss for the first quarter of 2023 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) of $142 million, or $1.11 per share, compared to a net loss of $143 million, or $1.14 per share, for the first quarter of 2022. Reported net loss for the first quarter of 2023, excluding special items and mark-to-market fuel hedge accounting adjustments, of $79 million, or $0.62 per share, compared to a net loss, excluding special items and mark-to-market fuel hedge accounting adjustments, of $167 million, or $1.33 per share, for the first quarter of 2022. Resumed the share repurchase program, purchasing a total of 413,554 shares of common stock for approximately $18 million in the first quarter. The company continues to expect share repurchases of at least $100 million in 2023. Held $2.4 billion in unrestricted cash and marketable securities as of March 31, 2023. Ended the quarter with a debt-to-capitalization ratio of 48%, within the target range of 40% to 50%. Operational Updates: Ratified a two-year contract extension with more than 2,300 McGee Air Services employees represented by the IAM. Received six 737-9 aircraft during the quarter, bringing the 737-9 fleet count to 43. Activated new benefits for Alaska Visa Signature® cardholders, including priority boarding, lounge membership discounts, new ways to earn bonus miles and other perks. New benefits and program changes drove cash remuneration under the co-brand credit card agreement up 17% on a year-over-year basis. Announced plans to elevate guests’ regional flying experience with streaming-fast satellite Wi-Fi on E175 regional jets. Announced three new daily nonstop flights from San Diego to Washington, D.C., Tampa and Eugene, beginning service later in 2023. Doubled pilot training throughput compared to the same period in 2022, aided by a 75% increase in qualified flight instructors and an investment in two 737 full-flight simulators. Three additional 737 full-flight simulator deliveries are expected later this year. Began lobby transformation projects to provide guests a more seamless travel experience; expect to roll out new bag tag stations and bag drop technology in key airports throughout 2023 and 2024. Created a virtual reality 737 flight deck, in partnership with VRPilot, to better prepare pilots for their training experience. Environmental, Social and Governance Updates: Announced an agreement with Shell Aviation to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technology and infrastructure throughout the West Coast; Shell Aviation will also supply Alaska with up to 10 million gallons of SAF in Los Angeles. Launched a partnership with the Surfrider Foundation, an organization focused on protecting coastal habitats and reducing waste across the West Coast and throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Awards and Recognition: Alaska’s Mileage Plan named Best Airline Rewards Program by NerdWallet for its customer-friendly policies, rewards and fee structures. Alaska and Horizon earned the Diamond Award of Excellence from the Federal Aviation Administration, recognizing the airlines’ aircraft technicians for their dedication to training. Tune in:A conference call regarding the first quarter results will be streamed online at 8:30 a.m. PDT on April 20, 2023. It can be accessed at www.alaskaair.com/investors. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay will be available after the conclusion of the call.Full earnings financial data:Statistical data, reconciliations of the reported non-GAAP financial measures, further details regarding results and a glossary of financial terms can be found in our Earnings Release as filed with the SEC. |
JetBlue Airways today announced two new routes from Puerto Rico, bringing more low-fare, high-quality flights to “La Isla del Encanto”. Launching this summer, and out for sale today, JetBlue will now offer year-round service from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in San Juan, Puerto Rico to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in North Carolina, and from Rafael Hernández International Airport (BQN) in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Florida.
This announcement coincides with JetBlue’s 21st anniversary of service in San Juan. In Puerto Rico, JetBlue currently offers service in its focus city of San Juan, as well as in Aguadilla and Ponce, operating an average of 35 departures from Puerto Rico per day. With the introduction of Raleigh, JetBlue will now offer service between Puerto Rico and 12 cities in the U.S. and the Caribbean.
The planned combination of JetBlue and Spirit will unlock long-term growth opportunities in Puerto Rico that would not be otherwise possible, offering more options for customers traveling to and from the island. Following the successful completion of the planned merger, JetBlue will be able to deliver its low-fare, award-winning service on more routes and to expand travel options in and out of Puerto Rico with new nonstop service to destinations that are not viable today.
San Juan Growth
JetBlue is advancing its focus city strategy in San Juan. New service between San Juan (SJU) and Raleigh, North Carolina (RDU) will take off on July 5, 2023. With this new route JetBlue will now operate service between San Juan and 12 nonstop destinations and will offer an average of 30 departures per day from San Juan.
| Schedule between Raleigh (RDU) and San Juan (SJU) | |
| Daily service starting July 5, 2023 | |
| RDU-SJU Flight #2929 | SJU-RDU Flight #2930 |
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. | 1:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. |
Launching New Service to Aguadilla
JetBlue’s new service in Aguadilla brings a new choice to a route with limited competition today. Service from Aguadilla to Tampa is set to launch on July 5, 2023. JetBlue will fly up to 5 daily departures from Aguadilla in 2023.
| Schedule between Tampa (TPA) and Aguadilla (BQN) | |
| Daily service starting July 5, 2023 | |
| TPA-BQN Flight #2768 | BQN-TPA Flight #2769 |
| 12:05 p.m. – 2:57 p.m. | 3:50 p.m. – 6:36 p.m. |
JetBlue will operate both new routes using its Airbus A320 aircraft.
Avelo Airlines has announced it is adding nine new nonstop destinations from Wilmington, DE (ILG) this summer. The addition of a second Boeing 737 at its Wilmington base enables Avelo to nearly triple its network from five to 14 routes – the largest number of destinations ever offered at ILG.
Nine New Nonstop Destinations Spanning Five States:
Charleston, South Carolina (CHS) – Starting at $39 one way*
Effective June 23, 2023 – Mondays and Fridays
Daytona Beach, Florida (DAB) – Starting at $49 one way*
Effective June 23, 2023 – Mondays and Fridays
Greenville / Spartanburg, South Carolina (GSP) – Starting at $29 one way*
Effective June 22, 2023 – Thursdays and Sundays
Melbourne / Cocoa Beach, Florida (MLB) – Starting at $49 one way*
Effective June 28, 2023 – Wednesdays and Saturdays
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (MYR) – Starting at $39 one way*
Effective June 23, 2023 – Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays
Nashville, Tennessee (BNA) – Starting at $39 one way*
Effective June 22, 2023 – Thursdays and Sundays
Raleigh / Durham, North Carolina (RDU) – Starting at $29 one way*
Effective June 22, 2023 – Thursdays and Sundays
Savannah, Georgia / Hilton Head, South Carolina (SAV) – Starting at $39 one way*
Effective June 28, 2023 – Wednesdays and Saturdays
Wilmington, North Carolina (ILM) – Starting at $29 one way*
Effective June 22, 2023 – Thursdays and Sundays
These nine new routes join five existing Florida destinations Avelo currently serves from ILG: Orlando (MCO), Tampa(TPA), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Fort Myers (RSW), and West Palm Beach (PBI). Today’s announcement also represents Avelo’s largest route expansion from a single base since the airline took flight two years ago.
The WestJet Group has issued the following statement regarding the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) announcement of the results of the strike authorization vote to WestJet pilots.
“A strike authorization vote is a common step by unions in context of the overall labour negotiation process and does not mean a strike will occur,” said Diederik Pen, WestJet Group Chief Operating Officer. “We remain unwaveringly committed to achieving an agreement that is competitive within Canada’sairline industry and ensures we have a long-term sustainable future so that we can continue to operate critical air service for millions of Canadians, while providing jobs for thousands at the WestJet Group.”
Avianca continues to strengthen its connectivity from the United States to Latin America, with a new route that will directly connect Las Vegas with San Salvador, capital of El Salvador. The airline will begin operations on July 15 with 3 weekly flights from Harry Reid International Airport. The operation will be operated by Airbus A320 aircraft with a capacity for 180 passengers and will offer customers more than 4,000 available seats per month to fly between the two destinations.
The itineraries for this route are:
| Flight | Route | Departure | Arrival | Frequency | Start |
| AV0445 | Las Vegas – San Salvador | 14:45 | 20:50 | Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. | July 15th |
| AV0526 | San Salvador – Las Vegas | 9:00 | 13:25 | Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. |
In addition to the Las Vegas route, Avianca will open 2 other direct routes from Boston and Orlando to San Salvador. During 2023, the company plans to strengthen its connectivity offer to Latin America and has already launched a route connecting Boston to Bogota.
Lynx Air (Lynx) has announced a further expansion of its Montréal network, with the introduction of services between Montréal and Vancouver from June 23, 2023.
Lynx will offer six flights per week between Montréal Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The airline recently announced services from Montréal to Calgary and St John’s commencing on June 5, 2023. With the addition of Vancouver services, the airline will be operating over 6,400 seats to and from Montréal.
This announcement represents a continuation of Lynx Air’s network ramp-up, as the airline prepares to expand its fleet to 9 brand new Boeing 737 aircraft over the coming months. By Summer 2023, Lynx will serve 16 destinations across North America with over 240 flights per week, which equates to over 45,000 seats.
| Lynx Air Summer Schedule | |
| Calgary to/from Fredericton** | Toronto to/from Edmonton |
| Calgary to/from Halifax** | Toronto to/from Fredericton |
| Calgary to/from Hamilton | Toronto to/from Halifax |
| Calgary to/from Kelowna | Toronto to/from Kelowna** |
| Calgary to/from Las Vegas | Toronto to/from Orlando |
| Calgary to/from Los Angeles | Toronto to/from St. John’s |
| Calgary to/from Montréal | Toronto to/from Vancouver |
| Calgary to/from Phoenix | Toronto to/from Winnipeg |
| Calgary to/from St. John’s** | Montréal to/from St. John’s |
| Calgary to/from Toronto | Montréal to/from Vancouver |
| Calgary to/from Vancouver | Vancouver to/from Winnipeg |
| Calgary to/from Victoria | Vancouver to/from Hamilton** |
| Calgary to/from Winnipeg | Edmonton to/from Halifax** |
| Edmonton to/from St. John’s** | |
*Available for a limited time; fares are accurate at the time of release and include taxes and fees; fares vary by destination and date.
**Operating as through flights with a single boarding pass and baggage transferred to the final destination. Visit the website for full schedule details.
United Airlines (UAL) reported first quarter 2023 financial results.
The company reported a $256 million pre-tax loss, consistent with expectations provided in March. The company grew total operating revenue by 51.1% compared to first quarter 2022 and total revenue per available seat mile (TRASM) by 22.5%. Cost per available seat mile (CASM) increased 4.0%, while CASM-ex2 came in at down 0.1%, better than guidance due to strong operational reliability that produced available seat miles (ASMs) 23.4% higher than the first quarter of 2022. The company remains confident in the 2023 United Next adjusted diluted earnings per share1 target of $10 to $12.
“I am extremely proud of the United team’s performance during the first quarter of 2023. Our industry-leading operational performance contributed to an all-time high operating cash flow in the first quarter and keeps us on track to achieve our cost targets for the full year,” said United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby. “We are watching the macroeconomic risks carefully, but demand remains strong, especially internationally, where we are growing at twice the domestic rate. We expect all of these factors will keep us on track to achieve our full-year adjusted diluted EPS1 target.”
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Southwest Airlines has resumed operations after temporarily pausing flight activity this morning to work through data connection issues resulting from a firewall failure.
Early this morning, a vendor-supplied firewall went down and connection to some operational data was unexpectedly lost. Southwest Teams worked quickly to minimize flight disruptions.
We ask that travelers use Southwest.com to check flight status or visit a Southwest Airlines Customer Service Agent at the airport for assistance with travel needs. We appreciate the patience of our Customers and Employees during this morning’s brief disruption.
United Airlines today announced the largest South Pacific network expansion ever to and from the continental U.S., including the first nonstop flight between San Francisco and Christchurch set to commence on December 1. United will be the only carrier to directly connect the U.S. and the South Island of New Zealand. With 66 flights between the US and Australia/New Zealand every week, United will operate nearly 40% more flights from the U.S. to Australia and New Zealand next northern winter versus last year.
The carrier is adding new direct flights from Los Angeles to Brisbane and Auckland and increasing service to the region from its San Francisco hub with daily flights to Brisbane, twice daily flights to Sydney and flying larger aircraft to Melbourne. And thanks to United’s relationships with Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, travelers can enjoy easy one-stop connections from these cities to more than 50 destinations in the region.
United already flies to more destinations in Australia and New Zealand than all other U.S. carriers combined, and now will have more flights and serve more destinations in the region from the U.S. than any other carrier in the world. Tickets are now on sale on the airline’s mobile app and on United.com – just in time for customers to plan their trips for the region’s peak winter season.
San Francisco – Christchurch, NZ*
Starting December 1, United will be the only airline to offer direct flights between the U.S. and New Zealand’s South Island, with the first direct San Francisco-Christchurch service. United will fly this route three times weekly on a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. United’s new flight to Christchurch is part of the airline’s broader expansion efforts in New Zealand and next winter, the airline will be nearly 70% larger in New Zealand than in 2019.
Los Angeles – Auckland*
Next winter, United will build on its position as the largest U.S. airline to Auckland, adding four weekly flights from Los Angeles. United is the only U.S. carrier to serve Auckland year-round with its existing service from San Francisco. United will fly its Los Angeles-Auckland route on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, starting October 28.
Los Angeles – Brisbane*
In winter 2022, United became the only airline to offer direct flights between Brisbane and San Francisco. On November 29, United will add to this service by adding three weekly Los Angles-Brisbane flights on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – becoming the largest carrier between the U.S. and Brisbane.
More Flights to Sydney and Brisbane
In addition to adding new flights to its schedule, United will also increase its flying from San Francisco to Brisbane and Sydney. Starting October 28, United will offer daily flights between San Francisco and Brisbane on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and will be able to fly nearly triple the number of customers to Brisbane from the US next winter than it did in 2022. The airline will also fly twice daily between San Francisco and Sydney on Boeing 777-300ERs starting October 28, offering more flights to Sydney from the U.S. than any other carrier.
More Seats to Melbourne
This past winter, United became the largest airline from the U.S. to Melbourne, increasing from ten to fourteen weekly roundtrip flights, with one daily flight from both San Francisco and Los Angeles. Starting October 28, United will deploy its largest airplane on flights between San Francisco-Melbourne. The 777-300ER will add nearly 100 daily seats to each departure. Compared to winter 2019, United will offer 65% more seats to Melbourne.
*flights subject to government approval
Top Copyright Photo: United Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner N29978 (msn 66137) LAX (Michael B. Ing). Image: 960423.
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Alaska Airlines is retiring its special “SalmonThirtySalmon II” livery on the pictured Boeing 737-890 N559AS. The special livery is in support of Wild Alaska Seafood.
N559AS was the second AS aircraft to wear this iconic livery. Boeing 737-490 N792AS was the first. N559AS replaced N792AS when it was retired.
Sporting an image of a wild 129 foot long Alaska king salmon, the aircraft’s livery also features fish scales on the winglets and a salmon-pink colored “Alaska” script across the fuselage. The 2012 design is among the world’s most intricately painted commercial airplanes and was produced in partnership with Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute, which promotes wild, natural and sustainable Alaska seafood.
Top Copyright Photo: Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-890 SSWL N559AS (msn 35178) “Salmon-Thirty-Salmon” (Wild Alaska Seafood) SNA (Michael B. Ing). Image: 960422.
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Malaysia Aviation Group (Malaysia Airlines) marked one of its best ever quarter performance since the past two decades attributed to robust demand, higher yield across passenger and cargo business segments as well as effective cost management and cashflow optimisation, despite higher fuel prices and labour costs, weaker ringgit (MYR) and lower than pre-pandemic flight capacity levels. MAG achieved record net profit after interest and tax of RM1.146bil in Q422. For full year 2022, the Group recorded net operating profit of RM556mil, while net loss after interest and tax for the year reduced 79% to RM344mil from RM1.65bil a year ago. Cash balance stood at RM4.6bil at end 31 Dec 2022.
The Group also saw improvement across all its business segments during the year. Cargo subsidiary, MABkargo Berhad (MABkargo) recorded marginally weaker performance compared to a year ago amid softening of global freight demand and increased capacity in the market in the 2H22. Main airline, Malaysia Airlines Berhad’s (MAB) total revenue tripled compared to the year before, underpinned by strong demand on the international sector for both passenger travel and cargo freight.
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Airline Business
Aviation Services
Loyalty & Travel Services
Outlook – Remarks by Group Managing Director, Captain Izham Ismail
MAG has emerged from the COVID19 on a strong financial footing and is charting an upward financial trajectory, however, there are still many areas for improvement especially in OTP and customer experience. The Group is fully committed to addressing these gaps and delivering an unparalleled customer experience.
Travel demand outlook remains strong in the near term, although macroeconomics environment remains very challenging with sustained high fuel prices, volatile forex, higher operating costs due to inflation, labour constraints, recession and geopolitical risks.
With China’s border reopening in January 2023, MAB aims to regain the remaining capacity for its entire network which currently stands at 85%, and fully recovering services to China and North Asia by the end of 1H23. This will spur economic growth between Malaysia and China, boosting the overall business and trade links between the two countries.
In line with its Long-Term Business Plan 2.0 and continuing the growth of Firefly jet operations, MAB will be transferring in phases intra-Borneo services and Kota Kinabalu international services to Firefly, as a result of continued positive demand recoveries across all the markets.
Amal plans to ramp up capacity by at least 10% in 2023 to meet surging in demand where total Umrah traffic today has exceeded pre-Covid-19 level and Hajj quota is back to normal level. Amal will look into inducing demand in Malaysia as well as exploring opportunities outside Malaysia as part of its long-term growth plan.
In terms of fleet, MAG looks forward to taking delivery of four out of 25 Boeing 737-8 from 3Q23 onwards, which will see it deliver operational improvement directly with lower fuel cost and improve total network efficiency.
The Group continues to accelerate its Sustainability Blueprint agenda in all sectors, inspiring positive change through various initiatives. In addition to supporting the United Nations’ 13th SDG (Climate Action), these initiatives target three other SDGs: Goal 5 (Gender Equality), Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).
Top Copyright Photo: Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330-223 9M-MTY (msn 968) (Negaraku) DPS (Pascal Simon). Image: 946467.
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Air Mauritius, the flagship carrier of Mauritius will resume its nonstop flights to and from Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi from May 3, 2023, with twice-weekly flights using its Airbus A330 aircraft in a Business and Economy class configuration with a capacity of 254 seats.
The duration of the flight is 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Air Mauritius currently operates six weekly direct flights to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai.
Top Copyright Photo: Air Mauritius Airbus A330-941 3B-NBU (msn 1884) LHR (SPA). Image: 949242.
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Avolon, the international aircraft leasing company, has announced it has completed the delivery of 15 Airbus A320neo aircraft to Vistara, a joint venture of Tata Group and Singapore Airlines.
CityJet has added its first Bombardier CRJ1000 (EI-HIC), leased from Regional One.
The airliner will be operated for Lufthansa Cityline ans is based at Munich.
CityJet will soon take delivery of two more CRJ1000s (msn 19024 and 19006)
Ryanair issued this stated against the EU Commission and President Ursale von der Leyen:
On the 38th day of French ATC strikes in just 3 months, Ryanair has condemned EU Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen for her inexcusable failure to protect EU citizens/visitors’ fundamental right to the Freedom of Movement, by irresponsibly allowing EU skies to be closed repeatedly during French ATC strikes.
President von der Leyen has shown how little she cares about EU citizens/visitors and their rights by allowing over 627,000 Ryanair passengers’ flights in the first 3 months of 2023 alone to be cancelled at short notice due to French ATC strikes, disrupting travel plans, diminishing essential intra-European connectivity and damaging tourism. However, these passengers could easily be protected without impeding on French ATC unions’ right to strike with the following measures:
French unions can exercise their right to strike without being allowed to close the entire upper French airspace, as ATC unions in Spain, Italy and Greece avoid by protecting overflights. It is completely disproportionate and unfair that internal French flights are protected under Min. Services Legislation, but EU citizens/visitors’ overflights from Germany, Spain, Italy, the UK and Ireland are cancelled.
President von der Leyen and the EU Commission have a duty to protect EU citizens’ right to the Freedom of Movement. Ryanair is calling on EU passengers to sign its Protect Passengers: Keep EU Skies Open petition and demand that the EU Commission and President von der Leyen take immediate action to protect their rights as EU citizens.
A spokesperson for Ryanair said:
“Today, French ATC are striking for the 38th day in just 3 months with thousands more EU passengers having their flights to see friends and family unfairly cancelled at short notice. While we have no difficulty with French unions exercising their right to strike, we do expect President von der Leyen to do her job and defend and protect EU citizens/visitors’ fundamental right to the Freedom of Movement, which she and her College of Commissioners have inexplicably failed to do.
It is completely disproportionate and unfair that the French Govt can use Min. Services Legislation to protect internal French flights but force the cancellation of flights over France. President von der Leyen should protect EU citizens/visitors on non-French flights overflying French Airspace from Germany, Spain, Italy, the UK and Ireland. The EU’s Single Market for air travel and overflights should not be repeatedly cancelled because the EU Commission fails to take action.
Ryanair is calling on EU passengers to join our call on President von der Leyen and sign our Protect Passengers: Keep EU Skies Open petition to demand that the EU Commission take action to protect their rights as EU citizens.”
In other news, Ryanair has announced plans to expand its aircraft maintenance facility at Dublin Airport with the construction of a new state-of-the-art 4 bay hangar – a €40m investment and creating over 200 new highly paid and high skilled jobs for engineers and mechanics.
This new 120,000sq foot hangar will be one of the most environmentally friendly hangars in the EU with gas absorption heat pumps reducing energy use by up to 35%. The hangar will facilitate the heavy and line maintenance of Ryanair’s fleet at Dublin Airport as the airline grow its fleet to 600 aircraft with the delivery of more efficient new technology 737-8200 “Gamechanger” aircraft, which carry 4% more passengers while burning 16% less fuel and emitting 40% less noise.
Construction of the new facility will commence in Q4 of 2023 with aircraft maintenance operations planned to start in Q2 2025.
Breeze Airways is adding two new routes to and from Islip/Long Island, NY:
Portland, ME flights start on June 28.
Raleigh/Durham flights start on June 29.
Marabu Airlines has commenced operations. The first passenger revenue flight was operated on April 15 between Munich and Palma de Mallorca.
Last December investment firm Attestor, which owns 51% of the shares of Condor Airlines, announced it would launch its own leisure airline.
The new operator, based in Tallinn, Estonia, would offer services between Germany, especially Hamburg and Munich, and holiday destinations in southern Europe and North Africa.
It was also revealed that Nordic Aviation Group would provide ACMI (aircraft leasing, crew, maintenance and insurance) services to the new company, using three Airbus A320neo.
Top Copyright Photo: Marabu Airlines Airbus A320-271N WL ES-MBU (msn 6799) PMI (Javier Rodriguez). Image: 960414.