EASA publishes Environmental Protection Technical Specifications for air taxis with tilting rotors

EASA has published the final version of the Environmental Protection Technical Specifications (EPTS) for Vertical Take-Off and Landing-capable aircraft (VCA) follows the public consultation phase initiated in December 2023. These EPTS are applicable to VCA with tilting rotors, such as the Lilium Jet. The responses to all the comments received during the public consultation are […]

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FTE CEO update – announcing new FTE ACE platform; upcoming ‘CES of aviation’ events in LA & SIN; and Community evolution

Dear friends and colleagues, I hope this message finds you well. Since our inception, FTE has worked tirelessly to bring stakeholders together on neutral ground to better serve travellers and enhance collaboration across our sector. Today, I am excited to share how we are taking this approach to a whole new level with a series […]

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EASA launches third release of Innovative Air Mobility Hub

COLOGNE, July 15, 2024 — The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched the third release of its digital space for the exchange of information on air taxis and drones with a focus on sustainability and geographical information. The Innovative Air Mobility (IAM) Hub was launched in December 2023 and enables cities, regions, national authorities, operators, […]

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Air France opens reinvented lounge at Cayenne Airport

Air France has reopened its fully renovated lounge at Cayenne-Félix Eboué International Airport. Customers can enjoy a bite to eat, work, or just relax in this “elegant and comfortable redesigned space”. Air France has reopened its fully renovated lounge at Cayenne-Félix Eboué International Airport. Customers can enjoy a bite to eat, work, or just relax […]

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Etihad launches live online advice for customer travel requirements

Etihad Airways is enhancing the customer experience with the launch of an online chat feature designed to provide the latest accurate information on the documents passengers need before they travel. Etihad Airways has launched an online chat feature designed to ensure customers have the latest accurate information on the documents they need before they travel. […]

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AAHK continues application of autonomous vehicles

Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has awarded the tender for the development of an autonomous mass transportation system serving the SKYCITY at HKIA, creating an “exceptional experience”. An agreement was signed between Vivian Cheung, Acting Chief Executive Officer, AAHK, and James Wong, Director of KC Smart Mobility. Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has awarded the […]

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Hamad Airport partners with Siemens on sustainable cooling

Hamad International Airport has partnered with Siemens to optimise its district cooling infrastructure, aiming to reduce energy consumption and support the airport’s growth plans in line with sustainability goals. Hamad International Airport has partnered with Siemens to optimise its district cooling infrastructure, aiming to conserve and reduce energy consumption and support the airport’s growth plans. […]

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American Airlines enhances AAdvantage rewards and onboard CX

American Airlines is enhancing the rewards available to members of its AAdvantage frequent-flyer program, as well as further elevating the onboard experience with premium amenities and high-speed WiFi. American Airlines continues to deliver a more rewarding travel experience for AAdvantage members through the introduction of several new ways to make travel even better for the […]

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Delta and Riyadh Air sign strategic agreement

Delta Air Lines and Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally-native airline, have signed a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding, with a shared “commitment to providing an elevated customer experience”. Delta Air Lines and Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally-native airline, have signed a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of introducing a broad […]

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Aeroporti di Roma on transforming travel experiences with tech

Following his participation at the recent co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Future Travel Experience caught up with Giovanni Gennaro, Open Innovation Manager, Aeroporti di Roma (ADR). In this video interview, he shares how ADR – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – is transforming travel experiences […]

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