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 […]

Continue Reading

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 […]

Continue Reading

AUS launches new reserved parking options

Austin-Bergstrom Airport has launched a new online parking reservation system that provides advance-booking for all on-airport campus parking options for “convenient and comfortable experiences”. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has launched a new online parking reservation system that provides convenient and easy, advance-booking for all on-airport campus parking options. This includes both parking garages and all […]

Continue Reading

EASA issues Safety Information Bulletin on volcanic ash events

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued Safety Information Bulletin SIB 2023-13 “Flight in Airspace with Contamination of Volcanic Ash”. The SIB advises aviation actors on steps to be taken and risk assessments to be made in response to a volcanic eruption. The content of this SIB is based on the progress that has been […]

Continue Reading

Delta expands Digital ID program to LAX, LGA and JFK

Delta customers at LAX, LGA and JFK now have a quicker way to move through the airport. Delta Digital ID provides a seamless, hands-free way to navigate the airport, using biometric facial matching. Delta Air Lines customers in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) now have […]

Continue Reading

EASA/FAA task force defines alternative approach for authorising aviation software/hardware

COLOGNE/WASHINGTON, December 19 – The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have agreed on a set of criteria to allow the industry to accept alternate development assurance standards for software and airborne electronic hardware certification. This will open the door to innovation in aviation through the acceptance of design […]

Continue Reading

John Ackerman confirmed as CEO of Los Angeles World Airports

John Ackerman has been confirmed as the new CEO of LAWA. Having previously held senior executive roles with DFW and DEN, he will take up the role in February 2024, following service from interim CEO Bea Hsu. John Ackerman has been confirmed as the new CEO of Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). He will take […]

Continue Reading

Southwest, SEA, Boeing & more explore potential of AI in aviation

One of the key elements that makes FTE events unique is our carefully-curated content. The Digital & Innovation conference track at FTE Global 2023 included the FTE AI Symposium, which explored the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in aviation 5, 10, and 20 years from now. The fascinating session examined how transformative AI technology will […]

Continue Reading

PANYNJ event familiarises autism community with airport experience

PANYNJ has hosted a training weekend at Newark Liberty Airport’s new Terminal A for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to provide a simulation of the air travel experience. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has hosted a training weekend at Newark Liberty International Airport’s new Terminal A for individuals with intellectual […]

Continue Reading

Lufthansa Group and Lilium sign MoU to explore eVTOL aircraft

The Lufthansa Group and Lilium have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore a strategic partnership on electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft operation in Europe. The Lufthansa Group and Lilium have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore a strategic partnership on electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft operation in […]

Continue Reading