The International Aerospace Womens Association (IAWA) has released the second edition of its report, ‘Lift Off to Leadership: Leadership Barriers for Women in Aerospace and Aviation’, highlighting persistent structural and cultural obstacles limiting women’s progression to executive ranks. The 2026 study, conducted in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, updates the association’s 2021 research and finds that while […]
Six airlines plan Boeing 737 flights between North America and Europe this year. With 1,710 departures (double for both ways), WestJet plans to be the second-largest user, after Icelandair. Air Canada is in a distant third, driven by having fewer 737 MAX flights in favor of the brand-new A321XLR.
Is the United States worried about Canada building Swedish Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets in Canada? Sort of. This article will explain why the Gripen is no competitor to the F-35A and why the US doesn’t really care if Canada acquires the Gripen so long as it’s in addition to the F-35A. It will […]
Australian carrier Qantas is betting big on the capabilities of the Airbus A321XLR, which it plans to utilize to upgrade and expand its domestic and international network. This week, the airline announced the first international route this aircraft will fly, with the airplane replacing the Airbus A330 on its Brisbane to Manila route.
The US plays a critical role in Aer Lingus’ network. Between December 2024 and November 2025, the carrier transported 2.8 million passengers to/from the country. Compared to the prior 12 months, traffic rose by 7%, nearly seven times faster than the overall Europe-US market. New routes from Dublin to Indianapolis and Nashville contributed.
Independent General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) 4RCargo has officially begun operations in the Baltics and appointed Vladislavs Pecevics as its regional and product manager. Pecevics brings over 15 years of experience in the air cargo industry, specialising in network development and commercial strategy, and will be responsible for expanding 4RCargo’s air freight links between […]
McLaren Racing has added a new airline brand to its ever-expanding commercial roster, announcing Etihad Airways as an official partner for the upcoming 2026 season and beyond. The tie-up is notable not just because it links one of Formula 1’s most visible teams with Abu Dhabi’s flag carrier, but because it’s multi-series, covering McLaren’s Formula […]
There were no changes to the advisory level or indicators. The advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Guinea due to crime, unrest, and inadequate health infrastructure. Advisory summary Restrictions on U.S. Government Personnel Movement U.S. government employees working in Guinea are prohibited from traveling between cities at night due to safety risks. Crime […]
The Boeing 747-400 is one of commercial aviation’s most recognized aircraft, as it is an icon that, as of 2026, sits at the intersection of nostalgia, hard economics, and a surprisingly complex secondhand market. If one is interested in answering the question of how much a 747-400 costs, one will get bogged down in different […]
As global travel demand continues to evolve, airlines are increasingly looking for ways to balance comfort, flexibility, and efficiency across their cabins. Premium Economy has quickly emerged as one of the most important tools in achieving that balance, offering travelers additional space and upgraded service without the price point of traditional premium cabins. For many […]