The Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) held its 23rd Annual Conference this past week in Scottsdale, Arizona at the Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas. The three-day gathering drew leaders from across the regional air cargo community, including suppliers, regulators, educators, government leadership, industry and advocacy groups— for a series of discussions harnessed on, “Piloted […]
Commercial Aviation
Narrow-Body Aircraft Leading the Way Toward Greater Energy Efficiency in the Air Cargo Industry
The role of narrow-body freighter in the air cargo industry has progressed quickly in recent years, largely due to the introduction of new-generation freighters tailored to meet current logistics demands. Certain aircraft, like the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A321-200, have been introduced with more fuel-efficient engines and optimized cargo configurations, making them ideal for short- […]
Avianca Cargo Announces New Brand Identity
Avianca Cargo has presented its new brand concept, marking a pivotal transformation highlighting its commitment to exceptional service. This reinvention embodies the new essence of “Avianca Cargo, we are doing it for you,” reflecting the airline’s focus on customer needs and long-term partnerships. This new concept embodies the spirit of a hero dedicated to serving […]
Etihad Cargo Reinforces Commitment to North American Market with Incremental Capacity
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has strengthened its commitment to the US market. The carrier will offer incremental capacity beyond its belly hold capacity in cooperation with network partner airlines to meet the growing demand for air freight to the US. Etihad Cargo currently offers 550 tons of wide-body capacity […]
Tailwind Air Announces First-Ever Seaplane Service to Provincetown, MA.
Experienced seaplane operator Tailwind Air announces an exciting new destination, creating the fastest way to Provincetown, MA. Travelers may now enjoy a nonstop seaplane flight directly from Boston Harbor’s Fan Pier Marina (IATA Code: BNH) to Provincetown Harbor, MA. Flights from Boston Harbor are approximately 35 minutes from dock to dock and include complimentary water taxi/launch […]
Flair Airlines, Visit Tucson, and TIA Announce Long-Term Partnership to Connect More Canadians to Arizona
Flair Airlines, Canada’s everyday low fare airline, has announced a long-term partnership with Tucson, Arizona to connect underserved Canadian communities with affordable, non-stop, winter flights to sunshine and warmth. As the first step in the partnership, Flair will overnight an aircraft in Tucson next winter and today is opening sales for five new routes: Edmonton […]
Boeing Completes Successful 737-10 First Flight
Boeing’s 737-10, the largest airplane in the 737 MAX family, completed a successful first flight. The airplane took off from Renton Field in Renton, Washington, at 10:07 a.m. and landed at 12:38 p.m. at Boeing Field in Seattle. “The airplane performed beautifully,” said 737 Chief Pilot Capt. Jennifer Henderson. “The profile we flew allowed us […]
