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Avolon and Vertical Aerospace Announce World’s Largest eVTOL Aircraft Order

Order for up to 500 electric aircraft valued at US$2 billion Avolon-e becomes a launch customer for Vertical’s VA-X4 eVTOL The VA-X4 eVTOL will revolutionise air travel with zero emissions Order underscores Avolon’s commitment to combat climate change and the electrification of air transport Avolon, the international aircraft leasing company, and Vertical Aerospace (‘Vertical’), the […]

‘Hudson Nonstop’ Arrives In Chicago’s Midway Airport Using Amazon’s Just Walk Out Technology

Hudson, a Dufry company and travel experience leader with more than 1,000 stores in airports, commuter hubs, landmarks and tourist destinations across North America, today celebrates the highly anticipated opening of its new Hudson Nonstop store at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), combining the signature Hudson shopping experience with Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology.  Hudson […]

Boston Logan International Airport Pilots Virtual Security Line Powered by accesso®

accesso Technology Group plc the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, has partnered with Boston Logan International Airport to pilot a Virtual Security Line. This partnership marks accesso’s first foray into service of the airline industry and positions Boston Logan International Airport as a pioneer in adoption of technology that is proving […]

IATA – Aircraft Operations Must Not Suffer from Political Interference

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to maintain the critical separation between politics and aviation safety issues. The call followed the latest development in events following the incident when Ryanair FR4978 was intercepted over Belarus Airspace and forced to land in Minsk. On 2 June EASA replaced […]

Net zero by 2050: ACI sets global long term carbon goal for airports

ACI urges governments to provide support in this crucial global effort Airports Council International (ACI) World and the five ACI regions – in collaboration with members – have created a long-term carbon goal for their member airports: “ACI member airports at a global level commit to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and urge governments […]

American Airlines launches third daily frequency at Quito airport

Past midnight on Thursday, June 3, flight AA 946 departed from Quito International Airport headed to Miami, becoming American Airline’s third daily frequency from Ecuador’s capital city airport to the United States. This third daily American Airlines flight represents a growth of 48.1% in seats compared to 2019, making visible the gradual, yet sustained recovery […]

London City Airport launches new mentoring programme to support young people in East London

London City Airport has today announced that it has launched a new mentoring programme to raise young people’s aspirations, help tackle youth unemployment and promote social mobility in the local communities near the airport. In partnership with 15BillionEBP, staff from the airport will volunteer to mentor local students in East London at risk of leaving school […]

Bristol Airport leads the way with a new innovation fund supporting decarbonisation and race to net zero initiatives

Bristol Airport has launched a new Fund to kick start and fast track decarbonisation initiatives in the South West of England focusing on emissions from flight and transport activity at Bristol Airport. The Aviation Carbon Transition (ACT) Programme will support initiatives and projects reducing direct and indirect emissions from Airport infrastructure to enable lower/zero emissions; […]

Next Phase of Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Opens at SFO

The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have opened the next phase of the $2.4 billion Harvey Milk Terminal 1. This new section includes seven new departure gates, a new post-security connector to the International Terminal, a new museum gallery, and a new display of exhibit content honoring the life and legacy of Harvey Milk. “We […]

HIAL invests more than £4million to shore up coastal protection defences at Stornoway Airport

Highlands and Islands Airport Limited (HIAL) will spend more than £4million to shore up coast protection defences at Stornoway Airport. An on-going erosion monitoring programme carried out by HIAL has identified the need for the vital protective work to be carried out. Sand dunes which shield the airfield and taxiway are experiencing the effects of […]