Boeing is pleased that Singapore Airlines has announced its commitment to purchase 20 777-9s and 19 787-10 Dreamliners. The national carrier and 787-10 launch customer also announced its recommitment for its previous order for 30 787-10 airplanes. When finalized, the order will be posted on the Boeing orders and deliveries website. "Singapore Airlines has been a valued Boeing customer for more than 50 years and we are honored they have selected the 777X and additional … [Read more...] about Boeing statement on Singapore Airlines’ intent to purchase 20 777-9s, 19 787-10s
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Boeing statement on Singapore Airlines' intent to purchase 20 777-9s, 19 787-10s
Boeing is pleased that Singapore Airlines has announced its commitment to purchase 20 777-9s and 19 787-10 Dreamliners. The national carrier and 787-10 launch customer also announced its recommitment for its previous order for 30 787-10 airplanes. When finalized, the order will be posted on the Boeing orders and deliveries website. "Singapore Airlines has been a valued Boeing customer for more than 50 years and we are honored they have selected the 777X and additional 787-10s to … [Read more...] about Boeing statement on Singapore Airlines' intent to purchase 20 777-9s, 19 787-10s
New record: Brussels Airport welcomed 1.5 million passengers in January
Brussels Airport recorded 1.5 million passengers for the first month of 2017, breaking past January records. This figure is mainly due to holiday departures during the first two weeks of the month. The airport has seen an exceptional 21 percent increase in cargo volume compared to January 2016, thanks to growth in the full-freighter and integrator segments. Passenger flights 1,533,489 passengers chose Brussels Airport as their departure or destination airport in … [Read more...] about New record: Brussels Airport welcomed 1.5 million passengers in January
Qatar Airways Cargo introduces additional pharma express flights originating from Basel and Brussels
Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the launch of additional Pharma Express flights from the pharmaceutical hubs of Basel and Brussels to Doha, providing a unique and dedicated air service to the growing pharmaceutical industry. Basel and Brussels are both home to the headquarters of major pharmaceutical companies, while the Swiss chemical exports are largely shipped out of Basel. Qatar Airways Cargo has added an additional weekly frequency, operating on Fridays, from Basel … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo introduces additional pharma express flights originating from Basel and Brussels
A year of sustained growth for Etihad Airways in 2016
Etihad Airways delivered another year of sustained growth in 2016, helped by new aircraft, additional frequencies and the introduction of further world-class products. The airline carried 18.5 million guests during the year, up six percent on 2015. The airline was also part of the evolution of Etihad Aviation Group, a wider aviation and tourism business which now also includes Etihad Airways Engineering; Airline Equity Partners; Etihad Airport Services and Hala Group. The … [Read more...] about A year of sustained growth for Etihad Airways in 2016
Qatar Airways launches the world’s longest flight on new Auckland service
It was a historic moment for Qatar Airways on 6 February 2017, as it launched its new record-breaking Auckland service on one of the country’s most significant days of the year – Waitangi Day. As the first Qatar Airways flight touched down on the North Island of New Zealand, just after sunrise – a new chapter in the airline’s history began. Celebrations to commemorate the launch of the world’s longest commercial flight, which takes 17 hours and 30 minutes and covers a distance of … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways launches the world’s longest flight on new Auckland service