Monthly Archives: May 2009

May 29: It’s 40 years since the Franco-German agreement was signed that launched Airbus’ first ever aircraft programme, the A300. On May 29, at the … More ››

May 26: Guernsey Airport was forced to close for the day due to a long-running industrial dispute with its firefighters over pay and conditions. All … More ››

Russian Freight carrier Polet Airlines has selected Munich Airport in Germany as its primary European base as it expands into the scheduled air cargo market. … More ››

May 26: On the eve of its 25th birthday, Virgin Atlantic announced a pre-tax profit in the last financial year of £68.4million, up from £34.8million … More ››

May 18: The first A320 aircraft built at China’s Airbus Final Assembly Line China (FALC) made its maiden flight. “The flight was a complete success … More ››

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has become the first airport in Canada to offer a new online tool that allows members of the public to see … More ››

May 27: Fuel retailer and distributor, Gulf, has signed a long-term supply agreement with Kemble Airport in Gloucestershire. “We are delighted that Kemble has chosen … More ››

Spanish-owned airport operator BAA has appealed against the decision by the UK Competition Commission ordering it to sell three airports. Following a major investigation into … More ››

The Swedish Government has decided to sell six of its state-owned airports. The facilities in question are: Ängelholm Helsingborg, Jönköping, Karlstad, Örnsköldsvik, Skellefteå and Sundsvall … More ››

Aircraft Lessor AerCap Holdings has announced its transactions for the first quarter of 2009. “We have seen one of the worst economic environments for the … More ››