Estonia-based urgent air cargo charter operator AVEM AERO starts flying AN-12 worldwide from June 12th. The new freighter enables the company to enter new niches, including the military, and expand the geography of flights and distances: to provide air cargo charters to any part of the world and cover more kilometers in one flight. Among the top 3 most popular destinations for the AN-12 are flights within Europe, as well as from Europe to Africa and Asia. With a payload of up to 18 tons, a … [Read more...] about AVEM AERO’s new AN-12 freighter is available for air cargo charters
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TAAG assumes exclusive operation of the Luanda-Lisbon route with its international fleet
TAAG Angola Airlines has recently resumed the exclusive operation of the Luanda-Lisbon route with its international fleet, following its fleet maintenance and recovery plan and to better respond to market needs and its business strategy. The route, which has two flights a day, will be operated by two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with a total capacity of 293 passengers distributed between first, business, and economy class. This service was previously carried out using an aircraft from the … [Read more...] about TAAG assumes exclusive operation of the Luanda-Lisbon route with its international fleet
Vallair appoints François Biarneix as new Operations Director
Vallair, the mature aircraft asset specialist dedicated to the support of operators and lessors, has appointed François Biarneix as Operations Director. Based in Chateâuroux, Biarneix will oversee the strategic deployment and operations of Vallair’s aerostructure and composite shop, engine shop, logistics department, and aircraft dismantling activities. Biarneix brings a wealth of management experience, further strengthening Vallair’s senior team and capabilities. His work history spans over … [Read more...] about Vallair appoints François Biarneix as new Operations Director
Etihad enhances cargo charter services with Awery
Etihad Cargo has partnered with Awery Aviation Software to implement a customised version of the latter’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to manage its cargo chartering programme. The move comes amidst increased demand for Etihad’s charter services due to a surge in e-commerce, which has seen the carrier receive 35 percent more requests and operate 23 percent more charter flights in 2023 compared to the previous year. The innovative solution is expected to enable the airline to … [Read more...] about Etihad enhances cargo charter services with Awery
DoKaSch rolls out new solution for return catering
Dokasch has launched a special unit load device or ULD that is expected to improve the passenger experience for airlines during return trips. Together with launch partner Condor, who supported the development of the new solution, the German manufacturer has rolled out the new AKE LD3 “Dokasch Cater Cage.” The customisable design can take up to 12 half-size trolleys (or an equivalent mix of half- and full-size) plus additional catering boxes and oven racks to keep meals and food items fresh … [Read more...] about DoKaSch rolls out new solution for return catering
Chapman Freeborn bolsters regional hold with new bosses
Chapman Freeborn, part of Avia Solutions Group, is strengthening its presence in Asia Pacific, and neighbouring India, Middle East and Africa with two new appointments and a brand-new office in Riyadh. The air charter specialist has elected Mark Thibault as APAC president, whilst Alain Champonnois will take the helm as boss for the IMEA cluster. Thibault has been in business aviation for 40 years, holding mission-critical business, quality, safety, and senior management roles for … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn bolsters regional hold with new bosses







