EASA hosts first EU Aviation Fuel Stakeholder Forum

Cologne, April 22, 2024 – The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) hosted the first EU Aviation Fuel Stakeholders Forum on April 18-19, 2024. The event marked the launch of a network of European fuel stakeholders to strengthen cooperation in Europe, with the aspiration of optimising the jet fuel composition to respond to environmental challenges. […]

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EASA publishes Artificial Intelligence Concept Paper Issue 2 ‘Guidance for Level 1 & 2 machine learning applications’

In a significant next step on its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roadmap, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Issue 2 of its Concept Paper on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). This second issue offers the potential to enhance four aviation pillars – safety, efficiency, sustainability, and passenger experience – and positions […]

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Hong Kong International Airport launches renewable diesel on GSE

Airport Authority Hong Kong has launched a renewable diesel pilot project at Hong Kong International Airport as part of its commitment to sustainability and developing HKIA into the world’s greenest airport. Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has launched a renewable diesel pilot project at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) as part of its commitment to […]

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EASA publishes second report on ‘Abstraction Layer’

This second report on ‘Abstraction Layer’, delivered by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency – Federal Aviation Administration (EASA-FAA) Task Force ‘Abstraction Layer’ complements the already published report, which proposed a set of 20 criteria for the assessment of the candidate alternate standard. This new report describes the EASA and FAA regulatory framework, proposes a […]

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Fiji Airways invests in new AI tech to enhance operational efficiency

Fiji Airways is investing in new, cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology as part of efforts to further optimise operational performance and provide a seamless travel experience for passengers. Fiji Airways is committed to further optimising its operational performance and providing a seamless travel experience for passengers. It has partnered with Assaia to acquire its cutting-edge […]

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EDI welcomes new strategic partnership by GIP and VINCI Airports

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) has welcomed a new investment partnership by Global Infrastructure Partners and VINCI Airports. VINCI Airports will acquire 50.01% of EDI, with a focus on “continually improving CX”. Edinburgh Airport has welcomed a new investment partnership announced by Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and VINCI Airports (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation […]

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Avinor’s high-level strategy for future baggage handling

Avinor – a Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group (BIWG) – has developed a high-level strategy for its baggage handling infrastructure in the coming years, with robotics, autonomous vehicles, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the forefront. In this interview, ahead of his participation at the FTE Aviation & Robotics Summit (Pittsburgh, 14-16 May 2024), […]

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Hawaiian Airlines introduces new Boeing 787-9

Hawaiian Airlines has introduced its new flagship aircraft, the Boeing 787-9, into service with an island-inspired cabin design, providing passengers “with an unforgettable Hawaii travel experience”. Hawaiian Airlines has introduced its new flagship aircraft, the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, into service. The moment passengers step onboard, they are immersed in an island-inspired cabin design. The 34 Leihōkū […]

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Aer Lingus launches new summer menu and expanded IFE

Aer Lingus – a member of IAG (a Headline Partner of the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Dublin, 11-13 June 2024) – has launched a new summer menu and expanded its IFE library. Aer Lingus – a member of International Airlines Group (a Headline Partner of the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE […]

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Lufthansa expands long-haul Business Class culinary offering

Lufthansa is adding to the culinary offering in Business Class on long-haul flights, including exclusive bread, as a further step towards the “goal of creating a whole new level of excitement for guests.” Lufthansa is adding to the culinary offering in Business Class on long-haul flights. “The entire Lufthansa team is proud to present our […]

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