Following the retirement of Dr. Michael Kerkloh, the long-standing President, CEO and Labor Director of Flughafen München GmbH (FMG), at the end of 2019, his successor, Jost Lammers, assumed his new duties. Effective immediately, Jost Lammers will head FMG's leadership team alongside managing directors Thomas Weyer (CFO and Infrastructure) and Andrea Gebbeken (Commercial and Security). With the appointment of the new CEO, Munich Airport remains in the hands of a seasoned aviation expert. Jost … [Read more...] about New President and CEO takes the helm at Munich Airport
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Pratt & Whitney GTF Engine revenue flight hours triple in 2019
Pratt & Whitney GTF engine revenue flight hours tripled in 2019 across the combined GTF-powered fleet of Airbus A320neo family, Airbus A220, and Embraer E190-E2 and E195-E2 aircraft. Over the past year, the GTF-powered aircraft fleet nearly doubled in size and Pratt & Whitney welcomed 13 new airlines to the in-service GTF family including Delta Air Lines, Wizz Air, Cebu Pacific and Azul. Pratt & Whitney is a division of United Technologies Corp. There are now more than … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney GTF Engine revenue flight hours triple in 2019
American Airlines Cargo undergoes upgrade
American Airlines Cargo recently launched the first phase of its single largest investment to-date with the roll out of a new cargo end-to-end management system on October 1. The overhaul replaces the majority of the organization’s legacy technology, narrowing 90 systems down to less than 10. Not only do the new tools bring an upgraded customer experience, the evolution of the investment is part of a broader initiative to modernize the entire business. A team of more … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo undergoes upgrade
Gold Coast Airport extends partnership with SITA
Gold Coast Airport has extended its partnership with global IT provider SITA for passenger and baggage technology until 2024. The new agreement continues the airport’s close relationship with SITA, which has been in place for more than 10 years. Gold Coast Airport uses SITA AirportConnect Open, the common-use platform, together with self-service bag drop and check-in kiosks. All this technology combines to deliver an efficient and cost-effective solution to the airlines, while … [Read more...] about Gold Coast Airport extends partnership with SITA
The World’s first ISO approved drone safety standards announced
The world’s first ISO approved drone standards have been announced by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) following a 12-month period of consultation with drone professionals, academics, businesses and the general public. The final publication of these new international safety and quality Standards for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) are set to have a massive impact on the future growth of the drone industry throughout the world, and, are the product of several … [Read more...] about The World’s first ISO approved drone safety standards announced
AAPA steadfast in supporting carriers facing tough market conditions
Asia Pacific carriers have developed an outstanding reputation for effectively and flexibly responding to challenges over many decades and as a result, remain at the forefront of the global air transport industry. The industry is now entering a challenging phase, with strategic development and profitability being threatened by a slowing global economy, political uncertainties and a multiplicity of operational constraints. Set against this demanding backdrop, leaders of AAPA member … [Read more...] about AAPA steadfast in supporting carriers facing tough market conditions