EASA endorses its first Gender Equality Plan

In a move aimed at fostering workplace inclusion, Luc Tytgat, Acting Executive Director of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), has officially endorsed the Agency’s new Gender Equality Plan. This initiative reaffirms EASA’s commitment to equality and sets the stage for cultivating a diverse and supportive work environment. Key highlights of the plan include […]

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flynas and Eve Air Mobility sign MoU to advance eVTOL operations

flynas and Eve Air Mobility have signed an MoU to explore the future of eVTOL aircraft operations in Saudi Arabia. The partners are aiming to start eVTOL operations in Riyadh and Jeddah in 2026. flynas and Eve Air Mobility have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the future of electric vertical take-off and […]

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Cathay Pacific first airline in APAC to feature Disney+ Original titles

As part of its “commitment to offer an unparalleled entertainment experience” Cathay Pacific has announced it is the first airline in Asia-Pacific to feature Disney+ Original titles as part of its IFE. As part of its “commitment to offer an unparalleled entertainment experience” Cathay Pacific has announced it is the first airline in Asia-Pacific to […]

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Honolulu Airport selects SITA Smart Path for biometric U.S. Exit

Honolulu Airport has adopted the biometric-enabled SITA Smart Path to support U.S. CBP in fulfilling biometric passenger screening on exit from the U.S. and deliver a “fast and efficient experience”. Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) has adopted SITA’s biometric-enabled SITA Smart Path to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection in fulfilling biometric passenger […]

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AMS and Pangiam commence trials of AI-based security screening

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Pangiam are commencing the next-stage trials of Project DARTMOUTH, which is intended to transform airport security screening using AI to enhance inspection of carry-on bags. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Pangiam are commencing the next-stage trials of Project DARTMOUTH, which is intended to transform airport security screening using Artificial Intelligence to enhance […]

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Virgin Atlantic flies world’s first 100% SAF flight from LHR to JFK

Virgin Atlantic’s historic flight on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel took place on 28 November 2023 from London Heathrow to New York JFK, marking the culmination of a year of “radical collaboration”. Virgin Atlantic’s historic flight on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) took place on 28 November 2023 from London Heathrow to New York JFK, marking […]

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DFW and Overair collaborate on exploring eVTOL operations

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Overair have announced an MoU to cooperatively explore the future of vertiport development and eVTOL aircraft operations within the DFW Metroplex. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Overair – a developer of advanced electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft – have announced a Memorandum of Understanding […]

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AirHelp CEO discusses how CX strategies should evolve

AirHelp – the world’s largest air passenger rights organisation – was a Gold Sponsor of FTE Global 2023. In this video interview, Tomasz Pawliszyn, CEO, AirHelp, shares his perspective on how CX strategies should evolve on the ground, and in the sky, to better serve all types of passengers by 2030. “Our vision for air transport […]

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Micro-X CEO US on transforming security experience for travellers

Future Travel Experience caught up with Brian Gonzales, CEO US & Chief Scientific Officer, Micro-X, at FTE Global 2023. In this video interview, he shares how Micro-X is developing innovative technology to redesign airport security checkpoints in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as part of the ‘Screening at Speed’ programme, as […]

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“Next Generation Aviation Security” Think Tank

Future Travel Experience is committed to driving positive industry change. A vital part of these efforts is our unique Think Tank projects, which bring together senior experts from across the industry to tackle key topics, co-create forward-thinking visions and address common challenges. FTE and APEX are looking to help inspire the next generation of aviation […]

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