Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:
> Passenger Caps: 4 Airports That Have Them & Why
It seems unusual that an airport would want to drive down the number of passengers it handles, but passenger caps are very much real. Read more
> The World’s Most Punctual Airlines for 2024
It may not surprise anyone who has gone on vacation this year, but the United Nations has made it official: global tourism returned to pre-pandemic levels in 2024. Read more
> Plane Crashes in Peak Holiday Season Bring Back Questions on Airline Safety
Four incidents in a week, including two fatal crashes killing 220 passengers, have triggered fresh scrutiny of global aviation standards. Read more
> Fog-Related Travel Chaos to Persist Throughout the Weekend
Fog-related travel chaos takes over UK airports after flight delays and cancellations during the busy festive period. The most affected areas are mainly central England and the South-East. Scheduled flights from London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), and Manchester Airport are dealing with delays and cancellations, as witnessed at London Stansted.
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> Air India Becomes the First Indian Airline to Introduce In-Flight Wi-Fi Internet on Domestic Flights
Air India, India’s leading global airline, has rolled out Wi-Fi internet connectivity services on domestic and international flights operated by Airbus A350, Boeing 787-9, and select Airbus A321neo aircraft. Read more
> SWISS Airlines Crew Member Dies Days After Emergency Landing Due to Smoke
A SWISS Airlines crew member, hospitalized since a plane made an emergency landing last Tuesday due to smoke filling the cockpit and cabin, has died, the airline confirmed in a statement on Monday. This marks the third fatal plane incident reported within a week. Read more
> Iceland Becomes 42ⁿᵈ Member State of EUROCONTROL
Iceland officially became EUROCONTROL’s 42nd Member State on 1 January 2025, exactly a decade since the last Member State accession. Read more
> Congratulations to David Hope on Becoming Sofema Aviation Services Instructor of the Year for 2024
Sofema Aviation Services proudly announces David Hope as the SAS Instructor of the Year for 2024, celebrating his exceptional dedication and contribution to aviation training excellence.
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