sexta-feira, 31 de janeiro de 2014
TUIFLY - B737-800 - D-AHLK - New revised Hapag Lloyd Kreuzfahrten c/s! Fresh from the paintshop in Eindhoven.
MOSKOVIA AIRLINES - Sukhoi SSJ-100-95B Superjet 100 (RRJ-95B) - RA-89001
The airline was established and started operations in 1995 as Gromov Air. It was founded as the wholly owned commercial subsidiary of the Gromov Flight Research Institute.
In 2006 the airline was rebranded to Moskovia Airlines.
S7 SIBERIA AIRLINES - A321-200 - VQ-BQK
New S7 Airlines service at Hong Kong airport
S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld global aviation alliance, announces the introduction of a new service for passengers - through check-in of baggage from S7 own flights to ferry crossings in Hong Kong.
The service is available at eight ports connected by ferry service with Hong Kong airport - Macau (Ferry Terminal, Taipa), Zhuhai, Zhongshan, Guangzhou-Nansha, Dongguan, Shenzhen (Fuyong, Shekou).
Now passengers of S7 Airlines flights to Hong Kong, who plan to continue their journey by ferry, can register their baggage to the final destination point and will not receive it at the airport. Through check-in is also available for return trips. So, for example, a passenger can register and check-in the baggage at the port of Macau, get a baggage tag with indication of both airline and ferry crossing and pick up the baggage in Russia, in the destination point1.
S7 Airlines is the only Russian airline which provides the service of through check-in of baggage to ferry crossings in Hong Kong.
The service is available at eight ports connected by ferry service with Hong Kong airport - Macau (Ferry Terminal, Taipa), Zhuhai, Zhongshan, Guangzhou-Nansha, Dongguan, Shenzhen (Fuyong, Shekou).
Now passengers of S7 Airlines flights to Hong Kong, who plan to continue their journey by ferry, can register their baggage to the final destination point and will not receive it at the airport. Through check-in is also available for return trips. So, for example, a passenger can register and check-in the baggage at the port of Macau, get a baggage tag with indication of both airline and ferry crossing and pick up the baggage in Russia, in the destination point1.
S7 Airlines is the only Russian airline which provides the service of through check-in of baggage to ferry crossings in Hong Kong.
Cubana begins wet-leasing Hi Fly Malta's A340-600
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Photo:FPP - Lisboa
Conviasa now leasing a Meridiana fly A330
The Venezuelan carrier is currently operating Meridiana fly's only A330-200, EI-EZL, on
international flights to Buenos Aires Ezeiza and Madrid Barajas.
Boeing 747-8 in Seattle Seahawks Livery Takes to the Skies
EVERETT, Wash., Jan. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- A Boeing [NYSE: BA] 747-8 Freighter painted in the livery of the Seattle Seahawks took to the skies over Washington in advance of the team's appearance Sunday in Super Bowl XLVIII.
The airplane's flight pattern took it past Seattle landmarks including the Space Needle and CenturyLink Field, home of the Seahawks. The 747-8 then flew over Eastern Washington in a pattern that formed the number "12," a salute to all Seahawks' fans.
"You may remember that we drew a '747' over the continental United States during 747-8 certification flight testing," said Boeing 747 chief pilot Mark Feuerstein "Although the '12' is smaller in scale, the pride and sense of community behind it make it feel just as big for the entire Boeing team."
Boeing is a sponsor of the Seattle Seahawks and has partnered with the team for more than a decade on programs in the Puget Sound area.
An Airbus A319 returns to service as the first legacy US Airways aircraft painted in American Airlines colors
"Today marks an important next step in our airlines' integration and is a tangible way for customers and employees to see the result of our progress first hand," said American Airlines president, Scott Kirby. "The integration of our airlines, including painting the rest of the US Airways fleet, will take many months as we work to deliver value through this merger for our employees, our customers and our investors."
The Airbus recently spent 13 days receiving its makeover. In anticipation of the new coat of paint, the existing paint was gently removed, the aircraft sanded and washed. Following the metallurgical exfoliation, the seams were sealed, the aircraft masked and 80 gallons of specially chosen paint applied to the exterior. A final detailing was completed to ensure the highest shine before sending the plane out the door and back to work.
This past December, following the close of the merger with US Airways, a survey was launched allowing employees from both airlines to vote whether to change or to maintain American's current livery. In January 2014 the voting results were announced to keep the new flag tail livery.
The airline will be adding the new look to its entire fleet of aircraft over the next few years. Approximately 640 aircraft are in line to receive the makeover, with newly arriving legacy American Airlines aircraft already outfitted in the new colors and US Airways aircraft delivered in the new colors beginning this June. By the end of second quarter 2014 American Airlines anticipates that more than 275 mainline and regional aircraft will have been painted in the new livery.
Nawrs Air, mulls A320s for fleet
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Myanma start-up, Mann Yadanarpon, to start domestic ops in March
New Turkish-Cypriot carrier, Karpaz Hava Yollari, to launch in April
Cyprus Turkish Airlines is to be replaced with a new Turkish-Cypriot flag carrier, Karpas Airlines.
Cyprus Turkish Airlines (CTA), the defunct carrier of the breakaway state in the north is to reborn as Karpas Airlines, reports said on Tuesday.
CTA went bellyup in 2010. According to Star Kibris newspaper a new company has been registered in Turkey under the name Karpas Airlines and a flight licence has been issued. The airline will be majority owned by the ‘state’ in the north, the reports said.
The inaugural flight will reportedly take place in April.
Cyprus Turkish Airlines (CTA), the defunct carrier of the breakaway state in the north is to reborn as Karpas Airlines, reports said on Tuesday.
CTA went bellyup in 2010. According to Star Kibris newspaper a new company has been registered in Turkey under the name Karpas Airlines and a flight licence has been issued. The airline will be majority owned by the ‘state’ in the north, the reports said.
The inaugural flight will reportedly take place in April.
Yemeni start-up, Alhodhod Airline, to operate Dash 8-300s, Q400s
quinta-feira, 30 de janeiro de 2014
Boeing 747-8 Freighter Painted in Seattle Seahawks Livery Airplane is symbol of community support as NFL team prepares for Super Bowl XLVIII
EVERETT, Wash., Jan. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) today revealed a 747-8 Freighter painted in the livery of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks. The livery commemorates the team's National Football Conference Championship and upcoming appearance in Super Bowl XLVIII.
Boeing is a sponsor of the Seattle Seahawks and has partnered with the team for more than a decade on programs in the Puget Sound area.
"The Seahawks have been an inspiration to our entire community throughout this incredible season," said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner. "We're honored that we could join together two Northwest icons, the Seahawks and the 747, for this special salute from the entire Boeing team."
This 747-8 is owned by Boeing and currently being used for flight testing. The special livery features the distinctive Seahawks logo and a "12" on the tail to salute the team's fans. The airplane will make its first flight in its new livery on Thurs., Jan. 30.
"The 747 team is proud that one of our airplanes could be used as a tribute to the Seahawks' success this season and a rallying cry for the team as they prepare for the Super Bowl," said Eric Lindblad, vice president and general manager, 747 program, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The partnerships we have with the Seahawks and others are making a positive difference in the communities where Boeing employees live and work. We join with all Seahawks fans in wishing the team success on Sunday."
Boeing 747-8 Seahawks Livery Fun Facts
"The Seahawks have been an inspiration to our entire community throughout this incredible season," said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Ray Conner. "We're honored that we could join together two Northwest icons, the Seahawks and the 747, for this special salute from the entire Boeing team."
This 747-8 is owned by Boeing and currently being used for flight testing. The special livery features the distinctive Seahawks logo and a "12" on the tail to salute the team's fans. The airplane will make its first flight in its new livery on Thurs., Jan. 30.
"The 747 team is proud that one of our airplanes could be used as a tribute to the Seahawks' success this season and a rallying cry for the team as they prepare for the Super Bowl," said Eric Lindblad, vice president and general manager, 747 program, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The partnerships we have with the Seahawks and others are making a positive difference in the communities where Boeing employees live and work. We join with all Seahawks fans in wishing the team success on Sunday."
Boeing 747-8 Seahawks Livery Fun Facts
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson's longest pass this season, 80 yards (240 ft.), was almost the same length as a 747-8 fuselage (243.5 ft.)
Russell Wilson threw for 3,357 yards (10,071 ft.) this season, similar to the runway takeoff distance for a 747-8 (10,650 ft.)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Percy Harvin can dash the full length of the 747-8 main deck, 180 ft., in less than seven seconds
Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch can squat with 16 economy seats (30 lbs. per seat)
A 747-8 Freighter can carry 121 million Skittles candies, or 302,400 one lb. bags
It would take 144 747-8 passenger airplanes (Intercontinentals) to carry all the Seahawks fans in CenturyLink Field (67,000 seats)
The 747-8 can cover the length of a football field in one second at takeoff
Seahawks fans' Guinness World Record for crowd noise is approximately 38 times louder than the 747-8 at departure
Russell Wilson threw for 3,357 yards (10,071 ft.) this season, similar to the runway takeoff distance for a 747-8 (10,650 ft.)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Percy Harvin can dash the full length of the 747-8 main deck, 180 ft., in less than seven seconds
Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch can squat with 16 economy seats (30 lbs. per seat)
A 747-8 Freighter can carry 121 million Skittles candies, or 302,400 one lb. bags
It would take 144 747-8 passenger airplanes (Intercontinentals) to carry all the Seahawks fans in CenturyLink Field (67,000 seats)
The 747-8 can cover the length of a football field in one second at takeoff
Seahawks fans' Guinness World Record for crowd noise is approximately 38 times louder than the 747-8 at departure
AIR ASIA - A320-200 - 9M-AHG - 'Ninetology'
AIR ASIA - A320-200 - 9M-AFA - The Apprentice Asia AXN
QESHM AIR - A320-200 - EY-632
Photo:Paul Denton - Dubai
The airline was founded in 1993 as Faraze Qeshm Airline.
Commenced operations - 1996
Hubs - Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport
Tehran-Mehrabad International Airport
Qeshm Island International Airport
Secondary hubs - Kish Island International Airport
Focus cities - Kish Island, Tehran, Shiraz, Dubai
Destinations - 18
Headquarters - Qeshm Island, Persian Gulf, Iran
Air China began thrice-weekly flights from Beijing to Honolulu, HI on 21 January
Air China began thrice-weekly flights from Beijing (PEK) to Honolulu, HI (HNL) on 21 January. Service on the 8,145-kilometre route will be provided by the Star Alliance carrier’s A330-200s. There is no direct competition on the route, the only other non-stop service between Hawaii and China being China Eastern Airlines’ daily flights between Shanghai and Honolulu.
Russia's VIM Airlines to add a first B767-300(ER)
Photo:Ton Jochems - GYR
A first Q400 for Canada's North Cariboo Air
United Airlines Celebrates Valentine's Day with "Love in the Air"
CHICAGO, Jan. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Met your better half in flight? Popped the question at 30,000 feet? Cupid's arrow strike you at the airport? If so, United is looking for your story. The airline today launches its "Love in the Air" promotion for customers whom United helped connect with a special someone. Customers can submit their United-in-love story in 500 words or less along with a photo for a chance to win two roundtrip BusinessFirst tickets anywhere United flies.
Couples have until Feb. 5 at noon CST to submit their love stories, and the airline will announce the winning couple on Valentine's Day. To enter, and for complete terms and conditions, customers may visit hub.united.com.
"United flights and airports are full of travelers from every corner of the world. You just never know who you'll meet along your journey," said Sharon Grant, United's vice president of customer contact centers and a member of the employee panel who will judge the contest. "We were inspired by the many couples who've shared their stories with us over the years. They tell us, 'Because of United, I met the love of my life."
Time-Lapse Videos Depict Painting of University of Alaska Nanook and Seawolf Planes
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quarta-feira, 29 de janeiro de 2014
Tropic Ocean Airways to offer seaplane flights to Bahamas
TravelNews reports that the service will be offered in conjunction with iJet Charters aboard a Cessna (single turboprop) Caravan seaplane, departing from the Sheltair terminal at Fort Lauderdale's airport. Tropic Ocean will also begin twice-weekly seaplane flights from the Galaxy Aviation terminal at West Palm Beach Int'l to Hope Town on March 14. Hope Town is a picturesque 18th century village just off Great Abaco island.
Lucky Air, a member of Hainan Airlines Group, has launched its first international route
Lucky Air, a member of Hainan Airlines Group, has launched its first international route, with Singapore (SIN) the chosen destination. On 25 January the airline began twice-weekly (Tuesdays and Saturdays) flights from Kunming (KMG), via Guiyang (KWE) to Changi Airport, using A320s. There are no other carriers operating non-stop between Singapore and Guiyang, but China Eastern Airlines (daily flights) and SilkAir (five weekly flights) operate non-stop between Kunming and Singapore.
SuperJet International: Agreement with Gazpromavia for SSJ100 spares supply
SuperJet International will provide the Russian carrier with an initial provisioning of spares to support its SSJ100 fleet operations. Gazpromavia will be able to rely on an immediate and secure availability of spares and services for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events.
The agreement, which is worth over USD 8 million, was signed by SuperJet International Chief Executive Officer Nazario Cauceglia and Gazpromavia General Director Andrey Ovcharenko.
“We are planning to put in service our first Long Range SSJ100 starting from February 2014 and we have decided to team up with SuperJet International for a reliable and world class spares support” states Gazpromavia General Director Andrey Ovcharenko.
“This agreement confirms the important commitment of SuperJet International in the SSJ100 Program – states Nazario Cauceglia, Chief Executive Officer – SJI is in fact responsible for the after-sales support for the worldwide SSJ100 customers. Since the Entry Into Service of the first SSJ100 aircraft in 2011 we are offering to our valued Customers a broad and ever increasing range of services covering the full spectrum of after-sales activities.”.
Up to date SJI, which is also in charge of training on the SSJ100, has trained 12 pilots, 25 cabin attendants, 40 maintenance technicians and additional 16 technicians for Gazpromavia airline.
The SSJ-100 Long Range (MSN 95033) was presented during a Delivery Ceremony held at the MAKS Air Show in Zhukovsky, (Moscow Region) in 2013. The aircraft features a full-economy configuration with 90 seats. In total Gazpromavia ordered 10 SSJ-100 Long Range.
AIR COSTA - ERJ-170-100AR - VT-LNR
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Air Costa flies to the following destinations
India
Ahmedabad - Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport
Bangalore - Bengaluru International Airport
Chennai - Chennai International Airport
Hyderabad - Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Jaipur - Jaipur Airport
Vijayawada - Vijayawada Airport
Our fleet comprise of the contemporary Embraer E-170 and E-190.
Photo:Sriram Hariharan - Bangalore Bengaluru Int'l Airport
terça-feira, 28 de janeiro de 2014
DHL Express Extends Boeing 777 Flying with Southern Air
· Southern Air and DHL Express renew 777 Flight Services Agreement
FLORENCE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)
Southern Air, Inc. announced today it is extending its partnership with DHL Express, the world’s leading international air express delivery provider, through a new Flight Services Agreement for the continued operation of four 777 freighters that Southern Air currently flies in support of DHL’s international air express network.
With this contract extension, in connection with DHL’s simultaneous 10-year aircraft lease agreement, Southern Air and DHL enter into a new, long-term cooperative agreement for the four 777 freighters. The aircraft are the most environmentally advanced, fuel efficient, wide-body freighters in the world, enabling DHL to more reliably serve customers with fewer stops, faster package transit times and competitive costs.
“We are honored to further strengthen our relationship with DHL and support the growing needs of its customers worldwide,” said Daniel J. McHugh, Chief Executive Officer of Southern Air. “Additionally, by utilizing the Boeing 777F, Southern Air is working together with DHL to support its global GoGreen initiatives to deliver sustainable value to the communities we serve.”
“Southern Air continues to be a highly reliable and efficient partner. They share our passion for performance excellence, superior customer service and environmental responsibility,” said Stephen Fenwick, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Express Americas. “Southern Air’s hub operations, alongside ours, at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport further enhance the efficiency needed to handle the continued growth in international shipments we are experiencing.”
Eastern Air Lines Group, Inc. files with the U.S. Dept. of Transportation as the first step in launching the new Eastern Air Lines
"We are honored to have the opportunity to launch an airline bearing the iconic Eastern Air Lines name," said Eastern's President and CEO Edward Wegel. "We have recruited a world class board of directors and a highly experienced management team to guide and lead this effort."
About Eastern Air Lines Group, Inc.
Eastern Air Lines Group, Inc. was formed to re-launch Eastern Air Lines as a passenger airline using the Airbus A320 aircraft from its main base of operations at Miami International Airport ("MIA"). Eastern's headquarters is located in Building 5A at MIA.
Eastern Air Lines Group, Inc. is not affiliated with the former Eastern Air Lines, which operated from 1928 to 1991 as one of the largest U.S. domestic air carriers.
China Airlines Outlines Initial Boeing 777-300ER Operations in Oct 2014
China Airlines plans to introduce Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to its operation starting October 2014, as per 27JAN14 GDS Inventory display. Initially, the 777 will operate on Taipei Taoyuan – Ho Chi Minh and Taipei Taoyuan – Xiamen route. The latter is operating for Mandarin Airlines.
Reservation for the Boeing 777 service opened around 27JAN14
01OCT14 Taipei Taoyuan – Xiamen 1 daily
AE991 TPE0845 – 1030XMN 777 D
AE992 XMN1140 – 1330TPE 777 D
01OCT14 Taipei Taoyuan – Ho Chi Minh 1 daily
CI783 TPE1420 – 1645SGN 777 D
CI784 SGN1745 – 2210TPE 777 D
Planned Boeing 777-300ER operation remains subject to change.
Reservation for the Boeing 777 service opened around 27JAN14
01OCT14 Taipei Taoyuan – Xiamen 1 daily
AE991 TPE0845 – 1030XMN 777 D
AE992 XMN1140 – 1330TPE 777 D
01OCT14 Taipei Taoyuan – Ho Chi Minh 1 daily
CI783 TPE1420 – 1645SGN 777 D
CI784 SGN1745 – 2210TPE 777 D
Planned Boeing 777-300ER operation remains subject to change.
Air Guyane Express acquires a third Let410
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Aeroflot transfers 49% stake in Aurora to Sakhalin Oblast
The SSJ100 will start operations on the US routes
The meeting offered an interesting exchanging of views with regards to the operations of the Mexican airline Interjet, the first western customer of the SSJ100 aircraft.
The different aspects of the discussion emphasized the satisfaction of Interjet for the aircraft performance and for the range of services offered in support of SSJ100 fleet. Namely, Interjet confirmed the enviable dispatch reliability of the 4 aircraft in service, in the range of 99% after four months of very intensive operations with a total of over 2.500 flight hours.
Interjet also confirmed to have achieved all the necessary Authority approvals to fly the SSJ100 on routes from Mexico to North America, planning to serve new US destinations in the next months.
The parties expressed their satisfaction for the progress of the SSJ100 Program and of the partnership, being confident on always increasing market perspectives in the near future.
“This is another brilliant achievement for Interjet and for the SSJ100.
As promised, we are opening new routes taking advantage of the SSJ100 overall performances which will soon begin to fly to the US for the first time” says Mr. Miguel Aleman Magnani, Executive President of Interjet.
“We are extremely pleased with Interjet operational score. Even at the very start of operation with our Mexican customer, the aircraft demonstrated high dispatch reliability and remarkable daily utilization rate. It confirms the fact that SSJ100 is an absolutely competitive product for the world market, which can successfully operate in critical environments as well” says Mikhail Pogosyan, President of United Aircraft Corporation.
In addition, it has been confirmed the commitment for the delivery in 2014 of 11 SSJ100 to Interjet.
“The success of SSJ100 with Interjet testifies the excellent results of the Russian–Italian partnership. I am confident we will soon reach other milestones to pave the way to the success of the aircraft worldwide” says Giuseppe Giordo, Chief Executive Officer of Alenia Aermacchi.
During the meeting the parties stated that the good performance of the aircraft with the first Western customer and the opportunity to demonstrate it in the US will have a positive effect on the progress of the SSJ100 Program and lead to the further market success.
A350 XWB MSN3 commences cold weather testing in Iqaluit Canada
This latest phase of the development test programme comes only days after MSN3’s completion of the “hot-and-high” tests in Bolivia. Since the A350 XWB’s first flight with MSN1 on June 14th 2013, over 890 flight test hours have been performed in close to 200 test flights by both MSN1 and MSN3. In total the A350 XWB flight test campaign will accumulate around 2,500 flight hours with the fleet of five aircraft. The rigorous flight testing will lead to the certification of the A350-900 by the European EASA and US FAA airworthiness authorities, prior to entry into service in Q4 2014.
Cebu Pacific flies 14.4 million passengers in 2013
The Philippines' leading carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) flew 14.4 million passengers in 2013, an increase of 8.3% over 13.3 million passengers flown in 2012.
CEB posted a 10.7% passenger traffic growth on its international routes, with 3.3M international passengers flown. The airline also recorded a 7.6% growth on its domestic routes, with 11M domestic passengers flown in 2013. On average, CEB flights for this period were about 82% full.
CEB achieved notable passenger growth in several international tourism and trade markets, such as Cambodia, Indonesia, Brunei, China, and Thailand, contributing to foreign tourist arrivals in the country. CEB attributed its passenger growth to increased presence in key markets, strategic seat sales and network expansion.
The airline recently announced that it has entered into a strategic alliance with Tigerair, the largest budget carrier, based in Singapore. Subject to regulatory approvals, the strategic alliance will allow both airlines to collaborate commercially and operationally on international and domestic air routes to and from the Philippines, thereby creating the biggest network of flights to the region.
CEB is also set to launch its maiden flights between Manila and two additional cities in Japan --- Tokyo and Nagoya, on March 30, 2014. CEB currently operates daily flights between Manila and Osaka.
CEB currently operates a fleet of 48 aircraft comprised of 10 Airbus A319, 28 Airbus A320, 2 Airbus A330 and 8 ATR-72 500 aircraft. Between 2014 and 2021, Cebu Pacific will take delivery of 14 more Airbus A320, 30 Airbus A321neo, and 4 Airbus A330 aircraft.
ARJ21-700 AC103 completes severe cold flight test
Sixteen tests including four MOC5 ground tests and twelve MOC6 flight tests were completed during this test period. Representatives of ARJ21-700 aircraft certification team fully verified the tests related to power system operation status, whole aircraft check and environmental control system operation status in severe cold conditions. The test results are verified to be valid and in compliance with the flight test plan. Meanwhile, the flight test demonstrates that ARJ21-700 aircraft has safe flight performance and normal operational capability in severe cold conditions.
segunda-feira, 27 de janeiro de 2014
Erickson Aero Tanker - MD-87 - N291EA
Ryan Schmelzer - PHX Spotters - Phoenix Goodyear - USA
AEROFLOT - SUKHOI SSJ-100-95B Superjet 100 (RRJ-95B) - RA-89010
Will be used for transportation of the Moscow football club "CSKA". "Aeroflot" became the title sponsor of "CSKA" for a season 2012-2013.
Eddie Heisterkamp - Moscow - Sheremetyevo
Peach Aviation on 18 January launched its second route to Taiwan
Peach Aviation on 18 January launched its second route to Taiwan, with the introduction of daily flights on the 1,960-kilometre sector from Osaka Kansai (KIX) to Kaohsiung (KHH). Competition on the route comes from China Airlines who serve the market with five weekly flights. Peach’s first route to Taiwan, to Taipei Taoyuan, launched in October 2012. The LCC, which launched on 1 March 2012, currently operates to 13 destinations from its Osaka Kansai base, using its fleet of 11 A320s.
Peach Aviation's new daily service to Osaka Kansai was welcomed in Kaohsiung by local dancers. This becomes Peach's fifth international route and second to Taiwan after Taipei. The A320 used to operate the first flight featured advertising for Japanese singer, actress and model, Mariko Shinoda.
Southwest Airlines Announces First International Destinations
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DALLAS, Jan. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines (LUV) today delivered Customers a trio of Caribbean beach destinations just in time for summer travel planning. The largest carrier of domestic passengers in the U.S. began selling seats on the first-ever scheduled international flights flown by Southwest Airlines.
"Beginning July 1, 2014, Bags Fly Free® beyond U.S. borders to Aruba, The Bahamas, and Jamaica," announced Gary Kelly, Southwest Airlines Chairman, President & CEO, to Employees and media assembled for a news conference at the carrier's headquarters. "As our Customers seamlessly click through southwest.com to make these historic bookings today, our People celebrate the final lap in the journey to make possible our international future."
Beginning July 1, 2014, Southwest Airlines will operate daily, nonstop flights between:
Atlanta and Aruba, and Montego Bay
Baltimore/Washington and Aruba, Nassau, and (twice daily) Montego Bay
Orlando and (Saturday only) Aruba, and Montego Bay
In this first phase of the Company's international conversion plan, wholly owned subsidiary AirTran Airways will continue service between Atlanta and Nassau, between Chicago Midway and Montego Bay, as well as flights to/from Cancun, Los Cabos, and Mexico City, Mexico, and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. By the end of 2014, the carrier plans to complete the launch of Southwest Airlines service to the remaining four international destinations on the Company's network route map of 96 destinations in six countries. Both carriers' full flight schedules are now open for booking through Aug. 8, 2014.
The make-ready process for international service has involved nearly all of Southwest's 45,000 Employees to implement additional technologies, training, and compliance, to obtain operational and regulatory approvals, and to ready the People, planes, and policies unique to Southwest Airlines to serve Customers in new countries.
Photo:Ton Jochems - LAX
Russia's Kolavia returns its two Onur Air A320-200s to Turkey
Kolavia continues to operate eight A321-200s on behalf of MetroJet (Russia) and one Challenger 850 for VIP operations.
Photo:Ton Jochems - AYT
ARJ21-700 AC103 completes severe cold flight test
It is reported that from January 7th to 17th, AC104 has completed 14 flights, with a cumulative flight time of 25 hours and 58 minutes, which fully demonstrates the control quality and flight characteristics of the aircraft in the conditions of high speed, high overload factor and high angle of attack, indicates that ARJ21 aircraft is controllable and has good performance in severe critical conditions, and primarily verifies that ARJ21 aircraft meets the requirements of air worthiness regulations.
ARJ21-700 AC103 completes severe cold flight test
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