Figures from European aerospace giant Airbus show that it delivered 65 aircraft to 36 customers in July 2023. Single-aisle deliveries included 5 A220, 17 A320neo, 31 A321neo and a sole A319neo. Wide-body deliveries included 3 A330neo and 8 A350s. Customers included British Airways, Wizz Air and easyJet. Gross orders for [read more]
Airbus’ half-year profits, which were released this week, show the European aerospace giant is continuing strong growth buoyed by some recent large orders for airliners. The Toulouse-based airframer reported revenue of €27.7 billion for the year (H1) to the 30th of June 2023 which when adjusted for EBIT* totals €2.6 [read more]
The UK’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has stepped in to force Wizz Air to look at rejected claims from passengers after it said the airline was failing in its legal obligations to passengers. In an unprecedented move by the CAA Wizz Air must review all claims for additional expenses, welfare [read more]
Leading regional airline Loganair has placed its Britten-Norman BN2 Islander back at Kirkwall airport with a fresh new look. The small twin engined aircraft has now joined the rest of the Loganair fleet in sporting the airline’s Tartan livery. The Islander is a familiar sight in the Orkney Islands as [read more]
As well as being an airshow visited by 150,000 people, the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) is a competition for participants and this year’s winners were recently announced at the event’s annual award ceremony. Winners included the RAF Typhoon Display team which won The Steedman Display Sword (British participant with [read more]
The aviation industry plays a vital role in connecting people and goods across the globe, but it also contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. In recent years, there has been a growing concern over the environmental impact of aviation, prompting the search for sustainable alternatives. Enter Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), [read more]
Qatar Airways return to Cardiff Airport (CWL/EGFF) has taken a step closer with the airline applying for slot pairs into the Welsh Capital from Doha. The application made to Airport Coordination Ltd (ACL) shows the airline has requested four weekly slots starting on the 18th December 2023. Information from application [read more]
Leading aviation hydrogen power specialists ZeroAvia has successfully completed it’s first test campaign with its Dornier Do228 test bed. The aircraft has been retro-fitted with a ZA600 Hydrogen-electric engine which has undergone initial endurance and altitude tests which meet the highest anticipated results. ZeroAvia have operated 10 flights from Cotswolds [read more]
Airbus Helicopters super medium segment H175 has been granted approval from Chinese regulators paving the way for deliveries to begin in one of the most demanding markets. Four H175s are already set to be delivered this year now thay certification from Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has been achieved. [read more]
The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) took place this weekend at RAF Fairford and despite the best efforts of the British weather, there was plenty of flying and great displays, both in the air and on the ground. Friday and Saturday were both hit with delays and cancellations due to [read more]
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