Flexjet will acquire more than 180 new Embraer business jets, part of a plan to nearly double its fleet size over the next five years.
Starlux shifts from Viasat to Viasat for inflight internet
Starlux will shift its inflight internet offering to Viasat’s Ka-band satellite offering. The companies announced a full fleet program, addressing both new installations and retrofit of existing aircraft.
Robot now serving up snacks in Barcelona
Interested in getting a pre-made sandwich at the airport but concerned that you might need to take the box off the shelf yourself? Head to Barcelona where a robot can help.
airBaltic grabs Lufthansa Group investment, Uruguayan operations
airBaltic has had a busy day, announcing an investment from Lufthansa Group and a deal to help launch the new flag carrier of Uruguay.
JetBlue’s Premium Credit Card is Here
The easiest way to access JetBlue’s planned lounges in Boston and New York City (JFK) will be via the carrier’s newly announced premium credit card, issued in partnership with Barclays US. But is it worth the $499 annual fee?
Starlink snags SAS for fleet-wide connectivity update
SAS is the latest carrier to go all in on Starlink for its inflight connectivity plans, with a rollout aimed to begin later in 2025.
Lufthansa adds free messaging for long-haul flights
Lufthansa will expand its free messaging offering this summer to passengers on long-haul flights.
JetBlue aims to trim 200 pilots through voluntary separation agreement
JetBlue is aiming to shed 200 of its oldest pilots, balancing the workforce against its revised (and lower) growth plans for the next few years.
Beached at Barra: Landing on Sand in the Scottish Isles
Landing in Barra means riding in a 19-seat Twin Otter prop plane aimed into the wind, and lowering the aircraft onto the sandy beach just outside the terminal building.
JetBlue confirms EvenMore offering
JetBlue’s freshly revamped EvenMore offering will take flight from 28 January 2025, with the benefits largely matching those previously reported by PaxEx.Aero.