Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:
> Flight chaos and lost profits: The real cost for airlines of the Heathrow shutdown
In 2024, Heathrow was the busiest airport in Europe by passenger numbers and the fourth busiest worldwide. Nearly 84 million passengers passed through its five terminals during the year. These figures highlight the scale of disruption caused by its recent complete closure after a fire at an electricity substation. Read More
> Malaysia Airlines returns to Paris after almost a decade
At 05:51 local time on March 23rd, Malaysia Airlines’ inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur landed at Charles de Gaulle International Airport in Paris. The carrier will operate four times weekly on Airbus A350-900 aircraft, configured for 286 passengers in three classes (4 seats in Business Suite, 35 seats in Business Class and 247 seats in Economy Class). Read More
> SAF Registry: Civil Aviation Organisation in Global System
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced a statement about global system launching the Civil Aviation Decarbonisation Organisation (CADO) to oversee the IATA- developed Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry once it is made available. Read More
> London Luton Airport Showcases Inclusive Travel Innovations to UK Civil Aviation Authority Amid Surge in Special Assistance Requests
London Luton Airport (LLA) recently welcomed Rob Bishton, Chief Executive of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), along with his team, for an exclusive terminal walkthrough highlighting LLA’s strides in accessibility and inclusive travel services. Read More
> ‘In-flight fires’: Why airlines are banning powerbanks
Popular international airline has become the first to ban using/charging portable batteries while in flight. Read More
> FAA Warns Laser Strikes on Aircraft Still Too High
Pilot reports of laser strikes reached 12,840 last year in the U.S., a 3% decline from 2023 but a number that the FAA still calls “dangerously high.” The FAA has long campaigned to discourage people from shining lasers at aircraft, warning that it poses a serious threat to safety and is a federal crime. Pilots have reported 328 injuries from such events since the agency began tracking laser strikes in 2010, the FAA noted. Read More
> Emirates invests in vast new Crew Zone
A new Crew Zone has opened in the Emirates Group Headquarters, Dubai. The Zone is a dedicated space for crew with an open plan design that is available on a 24/7 basis. Read More
> New Diploma Release from Sofema – EASA Part 21 G Compliance & Safety System Development Program
Sofema Online is pleased to unveil the latest addition to its comprehensive diploma programs: EASA Part 21 G Compliance & Safety System Development Diploma . Read More
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