Germania subsidiary Bulgarian Eagle receives AOC

Germania Group’s new subsidiary, Bulgarian Eagle, has received its air operator’s certificate (AOC) from Bulgaria’s aviation authorities.

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Airberlin, JetBlue to partner on US flights

Germany’s airberlin and New York-based low-cost carrier (LCC) JetBlue Airways have reached a cooperation agreement to offer connecting flights to 31 destinations in the US.

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CEO: Brussels Airlines brand to stay for now

Lufthansa subsidiary Brussels Airlines, which will be integrated into the group’s low-cost carrier (LCC) Eurowings, will keep its brand for the time being.

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China Airlines upgrades aircraft on North American routes

Taiwan’s China Airlines has introduced the Airbus A350 XWB on the Taipei Taoyuan-Vancouver, Canada route from Aug. 1.

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IATA: Best 1H growth rate for air freight in seven years

Global air freight traffic has risen 10.4% during the first half of 2017, making it the strongest half-year performance for the air cargo market sector in seven years, according to IATA’s June Air Freight Market Analysis.

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Russia’s airlines now allowed to charge baggage fees
Boeing and largest supplier Spirit AeroSystems reach new accord
FAA grants $355 million for airport repairs, soundproofing near LAX
Russian regional airport reports 1H growth in transfer passengers
IATA: Global passenger demand reached 12-year high in 1H 2017

NTSB: Air Canada pilots confused by SFO runway lighting

The pilots of a landing Air Canada Airbus A320 that nearly collided with several aircraft on a taxiway waiting to depart the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) around midnight July 7 were visually confused by the runway lighting at the airport, according to an NTSB investigative update on the incident.

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Hawaiian’s A321neos to spur 2018 fleet shifts

While Hawaiian Airlines has to wait longer than expected for the arrival of its Airbus A321neos, the aircraft will trigger significant changes in the carrier’s fleet and network in 2018.

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SriLankan Airlines to use A321neos to boost network

SriLankan Airlines plans to use upcoming Airbus A321neo deliveries to boost key routes, and is also considering further fleet additions.

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How the 787-10 completes the Dreamliner family & 2017 World Airline Report

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ATW Editor’s Blog: New US security rules are a win for common sense
ATW AirKarp Blog: Wait-and-see approach is still best on new US security requirements
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Boeing 20-Year Pilot, Technician and Cabin Crew Outlook 2017
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World Airline Financial Results 2Q 2017

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