sábado, 15 de junho de 2024
quinta-feira, 13 de junho de 2024
SPECIAL SCHEME - QANTAS CHEERS ‘GO AUSTRALIA’ ACROSS THE SKY TO AUSTRALIAN OLYMPIANS AND PARALYMPIANS
The specially created graphic showcases Australian pride on an international stage and captures the essence of the iconic green and gold Aussie spirit, solidifying the Flying Kangaroo’s proud position as the official carrier of the 2024 Australian Olympic and Paralympic Teams.
Qantas Group CEO Vanessa Hudson said Qantas and the Australian Olympic Team have more than 70 years of shared history.
“Qantas has a long and proud history of supporting the Australian Olympic and Paralympic Teams, from first flying Olympic athletes to the London Games in 1948 to our engineers designing custom cushions and support devices for our Australian Paralympians to travel comfortably on long-haul sectors.”
“We are so proud to support our Australian athletes and supporters to get to the Games once again and hope our special cheer squad 787 will help spur on our teams and supporters to put on a great show in Paris.”
“Qantas has been supporting Australian Olympic dreams for generations,” Ms Meares said.
“We are thrilled Qantas will be proudly sharing their support of Australian Olympians on their 787 Dreamliner.
“As an Olympian, flying on that Qantas plane home from a Games, to meet friends and family in the Qantas hangar welcome home, is such a special memory. I’m looking forward to our 2024 Olympic Team making their own Qantas memories on their journey to and from the Paris Games.”
Australian Paralympic Team Chef de Mission Kate McLoughlin said, “Our relationship with Qantas is so important to the Australian Paralympic Team.”
“The flight home from the Games is always special. Qantas has delivered our Paralympians on charter flights home from London 2012, Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 and we’re thrilled that our team will again be flown home to Australia by Qantas after the Paris Paralympics.”
In addition to unveiling its ‘GO AUSTRALIA’ Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the Flying Kangaroo is preparing to launch its new Perth to Paris route next month and this weekend will resume its direct flights from Perth to Rome for the third year running. Qantas is the only airline to offer direct flights between Australia and continental Europe.
QANTAS
FLEET - Etihad Airways has reactivated its fifth Airbus A380,
The airline is expected to restart Airbus A380 flights in 2023, with the first route being from AUH to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The airline operates four Airbus A380s on flights to two international cities: London, UK, and New York, US.
FLEET - YTO Cargo Airlines inducts first ARJ21F into service
YTO Cargo Airlines (YG, Hangzhou) has inducted its only ARJ21-700(F) freighter into commercial service, with B-3329 (msn 112) operating a return flight from Yining to Tashkent International on June 6, 2024, FlightRadar24 ADS-B data shows.
“This was the first commercial flight of the ARJ21 passenger-to-cargo, marking the official entry of the type into the civil aviation cargo market and a new step in the development of the model,” COMAC said in a statement.
COMAC added that YTO Cargo Airlines will continue to deploy B-3329 regularly between Yining and Tashkent, “actively exploring the unique operating model of domestic cargo aircraft, providing support for YTO’s comprehensive internationalisation and building an international route network.”
The ch-aviation fleets module shows that YTO Cargo Airlines operates a fleet of 13 planes, including ten B757-200(PCF)s and two B767-300ER(BDSF)s.
Air Central (China) (GI, Zhengzhou) took delivery of the second ARJ21-700(F) in November last year. It has yet to introduce B-3388 (msn 109) into scheduled service.
The ARJ21-700(F) passenger-to-cargo jet has a maximum design payload of 10 tonnes and a design range of 2,778 kilometres. It is mainly used for domestic and short-haul international cargo transportation.
Last year, ch-aviation reported YTO Express invested in Shanghai Xiangyun International Freight Co., Ltd. at the same time it decided to add at least two ARJ21-700(F)s for YTO Cargo Airlines. Additionally, Brunei's GallopAir signed a Letter of Intent with COMAC for thirty aircraft, including an undisclosed amount of the passenger-to-cargo type.
CH Aviation
ROUTES - Avianca restarts 11 seasonal routes from the United States
From Las Vegas and Orlando to: San Salvador.
From Chicago to: Guatemala City.
From Washington to: San José.
From New York to: San Pedro Sula, Cartagena, Pereira and Cali.
From Miami to: Cartagena and Cali.
From Orlando to: Medellín.
Photo:Duncan Stewart
quarta-feira, 12 de junho de 2024
Adani Group / Boeing 737-8 MAX BBJ / N516BJ
Photo: Hanys
Ostrava Leos Janacek Airport - LKMT-Czech Republic
FLY91 SELECTS ATR’S PAY-BY-THE-HOUR SUPPORT PROGRAMME
Indian pure play regional airline signs Global Maintenance Agreement with ATR to optimise entry into service and fleet development, relying on manufacturer’s expertise
World’s number one manufacturer of regional aircraft ATR, and Indian pure play regional airline FLY91, today announced the signature of a Global Maintenance Agreement (GMA), a pivotal step towards providing reliable and cost-effective regional air travel across India. Under this comprehensive agreement, ATR will provide repair, overhaul and pooling services of Line Replaceable Units, propeller availability and repair services, as well as engineering and on-site support for FLY91’s growing fleet of ATR aircraft. Initially covering two ATR 72-600, the 100% tailor-made pay-by-the-hour contract is set for a duration of five years, with a clear path from FLY91 to substantially increase its ATR fleet within the same timeframe, up to 30 aircraft.
“As a regional carrier, we are dedicated to serving our customers with reliable, comfortable flights and seamless connectivity,” said Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at FLY91. “While the ATR 72-600 stands out as the smartest aircraft choice, offering unbeatable economics and cabin comfort, the ATR GMA will be instrumental in further boosting our operations. ATR’s proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services, coupled with their competitive pricing, played a significant role in our decision-making process as they align perfectly with our ambitious plans for quality, reliability and fleet growth in a competitive market.”
Stefano Marazzani, ATR’s SVP Customer Support and Services, commented: “With over 40 years of expertise, ATR is ideally placed to support FLY91’s ambitious development plans, sharing insightful data and best practices to ensure their fleet benefit from continuously high performance. This means looking for optimisations wherever possible, anticipating and rationalising maintenance costs, striving for better spare parts availability and reliability, improving troubleshooting, advising on upgrades and providing on-site support with the aim to provide extra value. The GMA business model is enabling all parties to go the extra mile together.”
Today, 80% of the ATR -600 fleet covered by a pay-by-the-hour contract is covered by an ATR GMA, which shows both the attractiveness of the offer and its relevance for ATR operators.
ATR
SPECIAL LIVERY - Arajet Welcomes 10th Boeing 737 MAX 8 With Dominican Flag Livery As It Eyes US Flights
FLEET - UK’s One Air mulls more B747Fs, to add B777F
One Air (HC, London Stansted) is looking to add more B747Fs to its fleet, as well as add its first B777-F later this year, the company’s chief operating officer, Christopher Hope, told The Loadstar.
“We are open to potentially more B747 freighters to enter the fleet, but also to add our first B777-F this year. Air One expects the strong demand from China to Europe and the UK to remain, and as the fleet grows, it will support more global charter bookings,” he said.
The carrier, which launched operations in July 2023, currently operates a fleet of two B747-400(BDSF)s, G-ONEE (msn 24998) and G-UNET (msn 25075). Last year, it applied for a US Foreign Air Carrier Permit to launch operations to the United States. In it, the British cargo ACMI/charter specialist said part of its plan was to acquire more modern aircraft (potentially Boeing's B777-F) “when this is sensible for the business.”
One Air wasn't immediately available for added comment on potential arrival dates, and registrations for future aircraft.
One Air is part of a network of aviation companies controlled by Indian citizen Guneet Mirchandani. Other companies under Mirchandani’s umbrella are Aerotranscargo (F5, Chisinau International) and ROMCargo (NJ, Bucharest Henri Coanda).
CH aviation
terça-feira, 11 de junho de 2024
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FLEET / ORDER - Gulf Air mulls new Boeing widebody order
The Bahraini carrier is more interested in the double-aisle segment “as we have a healthy number of narrowbodies [on order],” he told the digital publication.
The ch-aviation fleets module shows Gulf Air currently operates a fleet comprising 41 aircraft, including eight A320-200s, six A320-200Ns, four A321-200s, nine A321-200NX, four A321-200NX(LR)s, and ten B787-9s. It has orders for 12 additional planes (six A320neo, four A321neo(LR)s, and two B787-9s).
Goh said Gulf Air expects to receive an additional narrowbody this year and half a dozen next year, with two additional B787s in the pipeline, without specifying when they would arrive.
The state-owned carrier has recently been under fire about its financial position. “We’re hoping that this will be a better year than last year in terms of passenger numbers and financial performance,” Goh said.
ch-aviation has reached out to Gulf Air for comment.
SPECIAL TITLES - Lufthansa Group brings fans to the soccer European Championship
With the “Fanhansa” to the venues
Also live on board
Oversized fan scarf at Terminal 2 in Munich
On the road with the “Fanhansa”
For all those traveling with “Fanhansa”, the private summer fairytale can begin as soon as you take off: A total of six aircraft in the A320 proudly display the familiar lettering and emit a soccer atmosphere both inside and out - from special headrests to the food trays that say “Breakfast for Champions”. In addition, special EM chocolates will be served on all flights.
Live ticker on all European flights
Another highlight is the live ticker on board domestic German and European flights: The match action is transmitted in real time via text. Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines passengers can follow the matches live in German and English on their own electronic devices free of charge throughout the European Championships via the FlyNet® portal. This is also possible on Lufthansa A350 flights with the new Allegris cabin interior and in the FlyNet® portal on Discover Airlines long-haul flights.
Those who want more information about the European Championships can watch videos of the players from the DFB team take part in a quiz or get information about the ten German host cities on channels of the new Lufthansa Insights content system. This can be done on board in the FlyNet® portal and on the ground at Lufthansa.com.
As far as possible, the Lufthansa crews on all Lufthansa flights will provide the score of the respective soccer match.
Lufthansa fan scarf
Lufthansa's specially created European fan scarf, whose design symbolizes the airline's route network, is already a popular souvenir. During Germany matches, the scarf is distributed free of charge at the airports of the host cities. In an oversized form, it welcomes passengers on the facade of Terminal 2 in Munich and sets the mood for this summer's major events: The European elections, the European Football Championships and the Olympic Games in Paris. The fan scarf will be on display until mid-August.
Further information can be found at: Highlights: EM fever! | Lufthansa
FLEET / ORDER - El Al selects Boeing B737MAX
El Al announced it has selected the Boeing B737MAX to renew its narrowbody-fleet. According to a statement from the airline, it plans to order and lease up to 30 MAXs with deliveries starting in 2027. No exact breakdown of which MAX-variants El Al will order has been communicated.
El Al has been deciding between offers from Airbus and Boeing and has decided to remain loyal to the latter. It will use the new aircraft to replace its current fleet of 24 passenger-B737s, which is made-up of sixteen B737-800s and eight B737-900ERs.
Photo: ELAL
segunda-feira, 10 de junho de 2024
HYBRIDS C/S - KAM AIR / A340-300 / YA-KAA - ex Air Tahiti Nui , Airhub Airlines
HYBRIDS C/S - GARUDA INDONESIA / A330-300 / CS-WFP - (World2Fly c/s)
first part of the Hajj.
It has been based at Surakarta to serve Medina and Jeddah destinations.
Photo: José Ramón Valero
sábado, 8 de junho de 2024
FLEET / ROUTES - LEVEL in Northern summer 2024 season once again adds leased Wamos Air Airbus A330-300 ( EC-ODQ) aircraft to support its operation. From 01JUN24 to 30SEP24, the leased aircraft will operate Barcelona – New York JFK route on daily basis, replacing -200.
IB2628 JFK2340 – 1325+1BCN 333 D
Photo: Juan Manuel Gibaja
sexta-feira, 7 de junho de 2024
FLEET - Cem Air leases second CRJ 700 to MIAT Regional Mongolian Airlines
MIAT Mongolian Airlines / JU-1700 / Bombardier CRJ-702ER
Photo: Sheglov Yura
Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan New Int Airport - ZMCK, Mongolia
ROUTES / FLEET - Rare aircraft - MIAT's new wet-leased CRJ200 for domestic routes
Photo: Sheglov Yura
Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan New Int Airport - ZMCK, Mongolia
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