Delta enhances IFE with debut of series in partnership with Spotify

Delta is enhancing its inflight entertainment with the debut of ‘The Passport Sessions’ series in partnership with Spotify. The series brings together songwriters, producers and artists from ‘twin cities’. Travellers and music lovers alike can pack their bags and get ready to stamp their musical passports as Delta and Spotify partner to release a brand-new […]

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Emirates embraces ‘Veganuary’ with new vegan dishes onboard

As global interest peaks in ‘Veganuary’, Emirates has noted a surge of 40% in customer demand for plant-based meals. To meet demand, it will introduce an array of new vegan dishes onboard and in lounges. As global interest peaks in ‘Veganuary’ – an initiative that has highlighted the benefits of a vegan diet for the […]

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Heathrow selects BEUMER to install new baggage system in T2

Heathrow Airport has agreed a deal with BEUMER Group – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – to design and install a state-of-the-art new baggage system in Terminal 2. Heathrow Airport has agreed a deal with BEUMER Group – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – to design […]

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12 tech trends that can enhance airline and airport operations

The beginning of a new year brings with it an opportunity, coinciding with this week’s CES 2024, to take a look at the trends, as well as the new and emerging technologies, which will shape the air transport industry over the next 12 months and beyond. This year, our list features 12 trends that will […]

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JFK Terminal One and Ink Innovation partner to reduce disruptions

JFK Terminal One Group Association and Ink Innovation are trialling a disaster recovery system to manage operational disruptions, aiming to ensure both uninterrupted operations and passenger satisfaction. JFK Terminal One Group Association (TOGA) and travel technology provider Ink Innovation have joined forces to run a trial for a disaster recovery system aimed at managing operational […]

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Eurowings partners with SITA to enhance passenger satisfaction

Eurowings has entered into a five-year contract with SITA – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – to deploy SITA Bag Journey for real-time tracking information of passenger bags. Eurowings has entered into a five-year contract with SITA – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – to deploy SITA […]

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EASA adopts FAA Emergency AD on Boeing 737-9 – no EU operators seen affected

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has adopted an Emergency Airworthiness Directive (EAD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a specific configuration of the Boeing 737-9 (MAX). The EAD, which grounds aircraft in this specific configuration until an inspection has been completed, follows an event on an Alaska Airlines flight, where an exit […]

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EASA adopts FAA Emergency AD on Boeing MAX 9 – no EU operators seen affected

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has adopted an Emergency Airworthiness Directive (EAD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a specific configuration of the Boeing 737 MAX 9. The EAD, which grounds aircraft in this specific configuration until an inspection has been completed, follows an event on an Alaska Airlines flight, where an […]

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EASA launches first survey for drone manufacturers

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched the first survey for unmanned aircraft system (UAS) manufacturers (drones and kits) to assess the existing trends and future growth of the drone domain on the EU civil market. This information will be used to support the future development of the regulatory material on UAS. EASA […]

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Qatar Airways presents new collaboration with renowned Chef

Qatar Airways has announced a collaboration with renowned Qatari Chef, Noof al Marri, who will bring her passion for Qatari cuisine to the airline’s Business Class. Chef Noof al Marri is known for her innovative Qatari fusion concept, which is brought to life at the Desert Rose café in the National Museum of Qatar. Qatar […]

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