SITA, the technology provider for the air transport industry, sheds new light on how technology is helping airports and airlines safely resume operations and help implement new hygiene measures to restore passenger confidence after a lengthy shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Speaking after the Aviation Week webinar event Sebastien Fabre, Vice-President Airline & Airport, SITA said, “The past few weeks have seen airlines across the globe tentatively take to the skies. This is … [Read more...] about Smart technology will be fundamental for airlines to safely return to the skies in the coming weeks
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Emirates sets industry-leading safety standard for customers travelling as it resumes operations
Emirates has unveiled multi-faceted measures for employee and customer care at every step of the travel journey, redefining safety and hygiene standards on board and on the ground. The new measures took effect on 21 May 2020, with the resumption of regularly scheduled passenger flights to nine destinations. "Emirates is implementing a comprehensive set of measures at every step of the traveller's journey, to enhance the sanitisation of all touchpoints, and ensure the health and safety of our … [Read more...] about Emirates sets industry-leading safety standard for customers travelling as it resumes operations
AsBAA Annual Safety Day
The non-profit representative association for business aviation in Asia, known as AsBAA recently held a Annual Safety Day. The organization invited Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore, and industry experts to speak on related topics. This provides a platform for key players of the industry to talk about safety, and allows deeper connection with other Asian aviation organizations. The Safety Day was held on day one of Singapore Business Aviation Week 2018, a growing programme of … [Read more...] about AsBAA Annual Safety Day
Air Partner acquires Baines Simmons
Air Partner, the global aviation services group, has announced the acquisition of Baines Simmons Limited, a world leading Aviation Safety Consultant for a total net cash consideration of up to £6.0 million (US$9.4 million). Air Partner pointed to the reputation of the Baines Simmons brand and the expertise of its employees within the aviation sector as key elements which should enable the business to help shape the evolving safety requirements in the industry. It said in particular, the … [Read more...] about Air Partner acquires Baines Simmons
13 Indonesian carriers risk losing licences
Indonesia's Ministry of Transport has given thirteen of the country's carriers until the end of July to improve their financial positions, or risk losing of their Air Operator Certificates, according to a report in the Jakarta Post. The 13 carriers affected include: Indonesia AirAsia, Batik Air (part of the Lion Group), Cardigair, Transwisata Air, EastIndo, Survai Udara Penas, Air Pacific (Indonesia), Jhonlin Air Transport, Asialink Cargo Express, Ersa Eastern Aviation, Tri-M.G. Intra Asia … [Read more...] about 13 Indonesian carriers risk losing licences
Thai carriers in trouble after ICAO safety audit
A January audit by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has raised serious safety concerns over Thailand’s commercial aviation standards. Already China, South Korea and Japan have stopped Thai carriers from flying charters and new routes because of safety concerns highlighted by the international safety audit. The problem also threatens to become graver for Thailand should other jurisdictions including the US and the European Union take … [Read more...] about Thai carriers in trouble after ICAO safety audit
