Discover Airlines has taken over a key international route from its sister carrier Lufthansa for nonstop service between Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and Frankfurt International Airport (FRA). Discover Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lufthansa Group, began operating flights from MSP four times a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) on May 2, nearly […]
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ADB SAFEGATE Unveils Revolutionary PAPI Technology, Pioneering Proactive, Data-Driven Airside Maintenance
ADB SAFEGATE has unveiled its latest Airside 4.0® innovation – PAPI Connect with LINC Node, a groundbreaking solution that transforms how airports monitor and manage Precision Approach Path Indicators (PAPIs). By integrating data-driven infrastructure into the airside operations, this solution sets a new standard for advanced maintenance management. Through the integration of LINC Node technology […]
Ascend Airways Makes History with First Direct Flight Between UK and Sierra Leone in Over a Decade
Ascend Airways UK, a subsidiary airline of Avia Solutions Group, has successfully operated the inaugural flight from London Gatwick to Freetown, Sierra Leone. This marks a re-establishment of direct air connectivity between the two countries after a 12-year hiatus. The historic flight took place on April 26, with the return journey from Freetown on April […]
Alberta College of Aeronautics Acquires AL42 Simulator
Alberta College of Aeronautics has renewed its confidence in ALSIM in acquiring an AL42 simulator. The AL42 is an exact replica of the Diamond DA42, built using genuine aircraft parts and equipped with the authentic Garmin™ G1000® Nxi. It also comes with the latest generation image generator (VFR-VS), GFC™ 700 autopilot, and a force feedback […]
Electra Raises $115 Million to Pioneer the World’s First Ultra Short Aircraft
Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) announced it has secured $115 million in Series B funding to enter the pre-production and certification phase of the EL9, the first-ever Ultra Short aircraft, which can take off and land in 150 feet – roughly 10% of the footprint required for similarly-sized legacy airplanes. The round was led by Prysm Capital, […]
Your First Private Flight – How to Prepare and What to Expect
Private flights have long been a part of the glamorous world, with celebrities and VIP flyers owning private jets. But these days, while still maintaining exclusivity, private flights are easier to organize, especially when collaborating with private charter flight providers. They offer unique services, personalized according to passengers’ wishes, and ensure an exceptional travel experience. […]
Air Samarkand to Open Direct Flights Between Samarkand-Tel Aviv
Fast developing Uzbek carrier Air Samarkand is to launch its latest international scheduled service to the Israeli capital of Tel Aviv, starting on 4th May. The new once weekly service will operate every Sunday on the Samarkand-Tel Aviv route with a modern Air Samarkand Airbus A321 aircraft. The 5.5-hour flights will depart from Samarkand in […]
ZenaTech’s ZenaDrone Subsidiary Provides Update on Green UAS Certification for IQ Square Drone for Land Survey, Bridge Inspections, and Other US Defense Applications
ZenaTech, Inc. announced its intention to submit an application for the IQ Square drone at the beginning of Q3 2025. The IQ Square is designed for applications including land survey, bridge inspections and other infrastructure inspections for use by US Defense agencies. The ZenaDrone team has completed work to ensure drone software security and communications […]
Etihad Cargo Increases Main Deck Capacity by 18% to Support Increased Demand in Greater China
Etihad Cargo has expanded its capacity to meet customer demand in Greater China increasing its total flights to and from China from 11 in 2024 to a planned total of 18 in 2025, strengthening trade links between key global markets. Etihad Cargo’s capacity will be supplemented by a wet-lease 747-F and will support increased freight […]
The Weather Company Launches Maverick™ Dispatch to Turn Weather Intelligence into Operational Advantages
The Weather Company has launched Maverick™ Dispatch, a global weather and flight tracking solution that transforms how aviation dispatchers handle mission-critical weather and operational data. The SaaS-based platform, already in use by Breeze Airways and Horizon Air, combines industry-leading forecast technology and expertise with artificial intelligence to help airlines anticipate and respond to weather-related challenges, […]
