Virgin Atlantic Announces New CEO as Shai Weiss Steps Down
Corneel Koster will assume the position of Virgin Atlantic CEO as Shai Weiss steps down from the lead role on 31 December, after a seven-year tenure.
Spirit Airlines Cancels 52-Aircraft Airbus Order
In a move to navigate its financial challenges, Spirit Airlines has canceled its commitment to purchase 52 Airbus A320neo family aircraft.
Pan Am Moves Closer to Relaunch as FAA Certification Begins
Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) is taking a step towards U.S. commercial relaunch as the FAA certification process begins.
Air India and Airbus Launch Advanced Pilot Training Hub in Gurugram
Air India, in collaboration with Airbus, has opened an advanced pilot training centre at the Air India Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram, Haryana.
Aeroitalia Ordered to Rebrand as Air Italy Amid Alitalia Trademark Dispute
In a trademark dispute with ITA Airways, Rome’s Court of Appeals has ordered Aeroitalia, a small Italian airline, to stop using its current name and branding by January 1, 2026.
Boeing Begins Development of 737 MAX Successor
Boeing is in early stages of development of a single-aisle successor to the 737 MAX to reclaim market share from Airbus.
Braathens International Airways Files for Bankruptcy, Grounds Airbus Fleet
Braathens International Airways halts operations, grounding its Airbus fleet after filing for bankruptcy in Sweden.
UK CAA Delays PIA Flight Clearance Amid Safety Concerns
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has delayed approval for Pakistan International Airlines to resume flights to British airports amid fresh safety concerns.
Boeing 737 MAX Criminal Case Set for June 2025 Trial
U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor has scheduled a trial for 23 June 2025, in the 737 MAX criminal fraud case against Boeing.
Moscow Seeks Resumption of Flights Between Russia and the U.S.
Russia seeks to reinstate direct flights with the U.S., impacting international aviation dynamics and travel relations.