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Why We Love One-Star Low Cost Airlines
While our one-star low cost airlines like AirAsia, Vietjet, Easyjet, Ryanair and Jetstar for may not offer the bells and whistles of their highly-rated counterparts, they earn a special place for one simple reason: They enable more people to take to the skies without breaking the bank.
New Sanctions Over Iran Air
New sanctions against Iran Air build on previous measures imposed by the UK, the US, Germany, France, and the European Union. The airline has been fully banned from operating in EU airports, with further restrictions placed on its ability to fly through European airspace.
Spirit Airlines Enters Bankruptcy
Reports suggest the struggling airline is in discussions regarding a potential bankruptcy filing. The airline has cut more routes entering the holiday season
Spirit Airlines Flight Hit by Gunfire in Haiti
A Spirit Airlines flight bound for Port-au-Prince, Haiti, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was hit by gunfire as it approached the airport,
Boeing Secures Order For 80 737 MAX Aircraft
Boeing and Avia Solutions Group, the world's largest ACMI (aircraft, crew, maintenance, insurance) provider, announced its first order with the company for 40 737-8s, with the potential to order 40 more later.
Bali Volcano Chaos Update
Flights to and from Bali have been thrown into chaos by the eruption of the Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano.
Exclusive First Pictures Of Perth Airport $5 billion Expansion
Perth Airport has taken the wraps off its vision for the future of aviation in our State, delivering the long-awaited “one airport” for Western Australian travellers.
Qantas 72-hour Domestic Seat Sale
Qantas has today announced a major 72-hour sale with over one million seats discounted to more than 60 destinations around Australia.
Airline Ratings Recognises SARPcheck For Its Safety Ratings
AirlineRatings.com now recognises the UK-based SARPcheck audit in its safety ratings i place of or in addition to IATA’s Operational Safety Audit.
Korean Air Restrain Passenger Trying to Open Exit Door
A video has surfaced showing a passenger apparently trying to open the emergency exit door before being restrained by crew members on a Korean Air flight.
Sydney Airport Fire After Qantas Jet Engine Malfunction
A grass fire has erupted at Sydney Airport after a Qantas jet had a reported engine malfunction just on takeoff on the flight to Brisbane.
Airbus Orders & Deliveries Soar
Airbus, the giant European aircraft manufacturer, has posted its latest figures for commercial aircraft for October and the numbers are soaring.
The Airline that doesn't have meals or a buy on board menu
Imagine an airline where you don’t get a free meal but you don’t get a buy on board menu either. You’re probably thinking this must be some small regional airline doing 30 minute flights but it’s far from that. This airline is in fact the fourth-largest commercial airline in the world with 804 aircraft
What Are The World's Safest Aircraft?
The world's safest aircraft have been named in Boeing's Statistical Summary of Commercial Jet Airplane Accidents 1959 – 2023.
Barcelona El Prat Airport Flooded
Downpours caused major disruptions at Barcelona El Prat Airport where water has been seen pouring through the T-1 terminal ceiling and flooding the runway. Passengers had no choice but to wade through pools of water.
Godfather Of Aircraft Leasing Outlines Boeing's Next Steps
Steven Udvar-Házy, the “godfather of aircraft leasing”, who invented this multi-billion-dollar business talks to AirlineRatings.com about Boeing’s next steps.
Nov 5, 2024
Andreas Spaeth
7 min read
Malaysia Calls New MH370 Evidence Credible. Search to Restart.
According to the Straits Times Malaysia is set to restart the search for MH370 citing a “credible” proposal that suggests a new search area in the southern Indian Ocean.
Boeing Workers End Crippling Strike
Machinists at Boeing have voted to accept a revised offer and end a crippling seven-week strike, clearing the way for the aerospace giant to resume its production to clear a backlog of over 5,000 aircraft.
‘Australia-North Pacific Connector Contract for Nauru Airlines
Nauru Airlines has secured a new agreement with the Australian Government, extending targeted support for an additional year until 31 October 2025 as the airline strengthens its ‘Australia-North Pacific Connector’ route.
Thai Airways Economy Review
Thai Airways Economy Review
Nov 4, 2024
Nicholas Ling
6 min read
