Study ranks 30 European airports
Heathrow is seventh overall despite having the best facilities in Europe; Madrid-Barajas comes out on top
Norwegian CEO warns carrier is “facing a very uncertain future”
Jacob Schram made the stark warning as politicians in Oslo rejected calls for further funding.
Milestone for Manchester Airport as Terminal Two Extension is Handed Over
Today (March 6) sees the delivery of a major milestone for the Manchester Airport Transformation Programme with Laing O’Rourke’s completion of the main build phase of the Terminal Two Extension (known as sectional completion 210a).
First COVID-19 tests available at Berlin’s Tegel and Schönefeld Airports
New free of charge coronavirus tests are now available at Berlin’s two airports.
BA Joins the Dreamliner Trio Club
British Airways has received its maiden Boeing 787-10, G-ZBLA (c/n 60637), after the widebody arrived at its London/Heathrow base on June 28.
Finnair to Introduce Premium Economy
Finnair has confirmed it will be introducing a new premium economy cabin on its long-haul services. The Helsinki-based firm says the new cabin will feature “highly customised designs” and “provide customers with increased space and comfort along with an enhanced service offering”.
First signs of industry uptick: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has said that demand for air services is beginning to recover after hitting bottom in April.
Wizz Air Resumes Luton Operations
Wizz Air has today (May 1) restarted operations at its London/Luton base despite ongoing restrictions associated with COVID-19. The low-cost carrier has resumed services to 22 destinations from the gateway for passengers whose journeys are deemed necessary.
Virgin Australia – The Rise and Fall
As the COVID-19 pandemic tightens its grip on the commercial aviation industry, Virgin Australia became its next casualty after entering voluntary administration on April 21. Thomas Haynes examines the airline’s history and analyses what went wrong for Australia’s second largest carrier.
Coronavirus: Six Airlines Fighting Back Against COVID-19
While most airlines across the world have now stopped operating many of their scheduled services, some are helping to fight the COVID-19 pandemic by operating flights to collect medical supplies from China. Here’s six interesting examples.