Airlines and Aviation
Oman Air Achieves Record Seat Load Factor of 88%
Oman Air has reached an unprecedented total load factor of 88% for January 2025, outpacing the global average.
Airlines
Southwest Airlines Implements First Layoffs, Reducing Workforce by 1,750 Employees
Southwest Airlines is set to cut its workforce for the first time in history as part of a strategy to improve profitability while protecting frontline staff.
Airlines and Aviation
Air India Partners with Virgin Australia for Enhanced Travel Options
Air India and Virgin Australia have announced a strategic codeshare partnership aimed at improving travel connectivity between India and Australia.
Business
Malaysia Aviation Group Transfers MASwings to Sarawak State
The Sarawak government is rebranding MASwings as AirBorneo and will operate it as a full-service airline.
Airlines and Aviation
Etihad Airways Delivers Strong Results in January 2025
Etihad Airways sees a significant increase in passenger traffic and customer satisfaction this January.
Airlines
Skytrans Adopts Maxamation's Aviator Revenue Management System
Skytrans enhances its profitability using Maxamation's innovative revenue management solution.
Airlines
Turkish Airlines to Launch Daily Flights from Istanbul to Sydney by January 2026
Turkish Airlines plans to increase flights from Istanbul to Sydney to daily by January 2026, enhancing travel options between Australia and Turkey.
Airlines
Oman Air Launches 'Oman Air Connect' for Economical Travel
Oman Air introduces an all-economy fleet to enhance affordability while maintaining high service standards.
Airlines
Emirates Partners with Air Peace to Enhance Flight Connectivity in Nigeria
Emirates and Air Peace have signed an agreement to improve travel options for passengers flying to and from Nigeria.
Airlines
Cebu Pacific Accounts for Nearly Half of 2024 Passenger Traffic at MCIA
Cebu Pacific reports significant growth in passenger volume at Mactan-Cebu International Airport, highlighting its connectivity and increased seat capacity.
Airlines and Aviation
Transforming Airline Operations: Emirates Adopts Airbus Skywise Technology
Emirates is enhancing its airline operations with the introduction of Airbus's innovative Skywise technology, aimed at boosting aircraft efficiency and operational maintenance.
Middle East News
Saudia Elevates Saudi Vision 2030 with Bold Initiatives
Saudia continues to support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 by enhancing aviation capabilities and expanding its network.
Business
Vietjet Achieves Record Growth and Expands International Flight Network in 2024
Vietjet reports significant growth in 2024, increasing revenue and expanding its international routes along with fleet upgrades.
Airlines and Aviation
United Airlines Announces Resumption of Flights to Tel Aviv from New York
United Airlines is set to resume its service between New York/Newark and Tel Aviv, Israel, beginning March 15.
Airlines
Sunlight Air Unveils New Branding and Future Plans
Philippine boutique airline Sunlight Air has launched a modern new look and has ambitious plans for the upcoming year.
Airlines and Aviation
Saudi Arabia's Ambitious Aviation Goals to be Revealed at Arab Aviation Summit 2025
The upcoming Arab Aviation Summit in 2025 will highlight Saudi Arabia's significant investment into its aviation sector.
Reports
IATA Unveils Comprehensive Updates to 2025 Manuals for Aviation Industry
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announces revisions in its 2025 manuals to align with modern standards in air transportation.
Airlines
Somon Air Expands Fleet with Acquisition of New Boeing Aircraft
Somon Air, the largest airline of Tajikistan, has made a strategic move by signing a deal for two Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to enhance its fleet.
Sustainability
Air Astana Joins IATA CO2 Connect Initiative to Enhance Sustainability
Kazakhstan's Air Astana becomes the first airline in Central Asia to join an initiative focusing on carbon emissions reduction.
Airlines
Etihad Airways Unveils A380 in Singapore
The first Airbus A380 from Etihad Airways arrives in Singapore, significantly enhancing the airline's flight options between the UAE and the Asian city-state.
