The Aeroflot Group (Russia) has announced a significant growth in passenger numbers for 2024, reporting a 16.8% year-on-year increase. The Group carried a total of 55.53 million passengers, with its mainline unit accounting for 30.1 million of that figure. This growth highlights Aeroflot’s recovery and expansion following the challenges faced by the global aviation industry in recent years. The increase…
World2Fly Portugal will launch a new seasonal charter service connecting Lisbon (LIS) to La Romana (LRM), starting on 06 June 2025. The flights will be operated using the airline’s Airbus A330-300 aircraft.
WestJet (Canada) has announced the launch of a new non-stop service connecting Calgary (YYC) and Mexico City (MEX). The service is scheduled to begin on 14 May 2025, utilizing the airline’s Boeing 737 aircraft.
United Airlines (US) has announced plans to introduce a seasonal service between Los Angeles (LAX) and Toronto (YYZ), commencing 22 May 2025. The route will be served by the airline’s Boeing 737-800 and MAX 8 aircraft, offering passengers increased connectivity between the two bustling cities.
Toki Air (Japan) has announced that it will partially resume operations on the Niigata – Sendai route starting 15 January 2025. This follows the successful completion of maintenance on its ATR72-600 aircraft.
Ryanair (Ireland) has announced its conditional plans to open a base at Sarajevo International Airport, potentially stationing up to two aircraft. This move hinges on the repeal of a newly introduced departure tax per passenger, which is scheduled to take effect on 01 April 2025 in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Play Airlines has announced that it will cease its operations to Canada by late April 2025. The last scheduled flight will depart from Hamilton International Airport to the airline’s home base in Reykjavik, Iceland. This marks a strategic shift for the Icelandic low-cost carrier, which has been operating Canadian routes as part of its transatlantic network.
Israir has announced the launch of new routes connecting Tel Aviv to Basel/Mulhouse and Vilnius by 01 April 2025. These flights will be operated using Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320 aircraft, enhancing Israir’s network across Europe and offering travelers more convenient options.
IATA has announced its air cargo traffic data for November 2024, reporting a significant 8.2% year-over-year increasein Cargo Ton Kilometers (CTKs). This growth reflects the continued recovery and demand for global air cargo services.
IATA has released its November 2024 global air traffic report, showcasing an 8.1% year-over-year increase in Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPKs). This reflects a steady recovery in global air travel demand.
