BBVA joins Iberia initiative to reduce the carbon footprint of corporate flights
This alliance, which also includes Telefónica, Repsol and Amadeus, facilitates greenhouse gas emission reduction through the use of sustainable fuel on certain Iberia corporate and cargo flights. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), sustainable aviation fuel accounted for 0.3 percent of global airplane fuel production in 2024. By 2050, the IATA estimates that […]
Delta partners with Maeve Aerospace to advance hybrid regional aircraft
Delta to provide operational expertise to bring Maeve’s hybrid electric aircraft, which is up to 40% more fuel efficient, to commercial viability for regional flights. Delta Air Lines is partnering with Maeve Aerospace to advance the development of Maeve’s revolutionary hybrid electric aircraft for regional flights. Compared to today’s regional aircraft designs, the MAEVE Jet […]
Navigating Turbulent Skies with Certainty
By Stuart Fox, Director Flight and Technical Operations at International Air Transport Association (IATA) Multiple injuries on Delta flight DL56, which encountered severe turbulence enroute to Amsterdam from Salt Lake City last month, highlight the risks of turbulence. And passengers have taken note. An IATA survey this April highlighted that 54% of passengers are more […]
American Airlines Cargo delivers the bold flavors of sought-after Brazilian root ginger
The 2025 fresh ginger season has successfully concluded, with record tons of premium-quality Brazilian ginger arriving via American Airlines Cargo flights at key U.S. entry points in Miami (MIA) and Los Angeles (LAX). The exceptional quality of this season’s crop confirms Brazil’s reputation as a leader in global ginger production. This year’s fresh ginger is […]
Etihad Airways and Azul Brazilian Airlines Launch Loyalty Partnership
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Azul Brazilian Airlines have launched a frequent flyer partnership agreement. The agreement enables members of both Etihad Guest and the Azul Fidelidade programme to earn and redeem their respective loyalty currency on either carrier. Etihad Guest members can redeem their miles on flights, worldwide […]
Heathrow cargo operations back in action
Cargo operations are up and running at Heathrow Airport following the power outage that resulted in the grounding of all flights and shutdown of operations on Friday. There was no specific mention of cargo in an update from Heathrow on its website, an omission which didn’t go unnoticed by BIFA on Friday, with the organisation […]
American Airlines expands its international network with more flights
American Airlines is set to significantly ramp up its international operations for the upcoming Northern Winter 2025–2026 season, introducing additional capacity on six major long-haul routes. The expanded schedule will run from October 26, 2025, through March 28, 2026, according to aviation data reports, and is expected to further strengthen the airline’s global connectivity and […]
Boeing Forecasts Demand for Nearly 44,000 New Airplanes Through 2043 as Air Travel Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Levels
With air travel fully recovered and even surpassing pre-pandemic demand, Boeing [NYSE: BA] today projected a 3% increase in airplane deliveries over the next 20 years, with carriers requiring nearly 44,000 new commercial airplanes by 2043. Leading into the Farnborough International Airshow, Boeing released its 2024 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO), which also predicts emerging markets […]
MIA’s CEO Shares Ambitious Expansion Plans for the Airport
Ralph Cutié, Director and CEO of Miami International Airport, shares an overview of recent milestones and future initiatives including the $7 billion Capital Improvement Program Miami International Airport (MIA) is a flourishing aviation hub in the heart of South Florida. The airport boasts a diverse portfolio of 96 airlines, plans to add three more soon, […]
Virgin Atlantic increases flights to sunseeker destinations
Virgin Atlantic is set to enhance its leisure portfolio by increasing frequencies to popular sunseeker destinations, catering to the growing demand for winter getaways. The airline, known for its commitment to providing diverse travel experiences, has recently launched seasonal flights to Dubai and the Maldives, both operating daily throughout the winter of 2024-25. Record Flights […]
