Air Transport

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

SriLankan Airlines Airbus A330.
Feb 22, 2023 - 5:00 AM
SriLankan Airlines Chases Foreign Income with Route Reboot
The state-owned carrier may once again be partly privatized as the Sri Lankan government deals with fallout from a financial crisis.
Susi Air pilot Philip Merthens stands amongst Papua rebels who kidnapped him
Feb 21, 2023 - 9:42 AM
Indonesian Officials Seek Release of Captured Airline Pilot
Papuan independence rebels have threatened to kill Susi Air pilot Philip Merthens if Indonesia will not recognize the territory's independence.
Safran Helicopter Engines maintenance tech closing engine cowling on TP Tech technology demonstrator aircraft.
Feb 17, 2023 - 6:56 AM
Safran Tests 'More Electric' Turboprop
The Tech TP technology demonstrator is based on Safran Helicopter Engines' Ardiden-3 turboshaft engine family, incorporating electrical power.
Map of Yeti Airlines crash of ATR 72 airplane
Feb 16, 2023 - 1:43 PM
Nepal ATR 72 Accident: Propellers Were Feathered Before Landing
The preliminary report on the Yeti Airlines ATR 72 accident implies that the pilot monitoring moved the incorrect lever during approach to land.
Airbus execs on stage during 2022 financial results press conference in Toulouse.
Feb 16, 2023 - 7:32 AM
Airbus Sustains Recovery Despite Russia War Headwinds
The European aerospace and defense group's CEO Guillaume Faury warned it will face more complexity and disruption risk during 2023.
JFK Airport runway incursion image
Feb 15, 2023 - 5:02 PM
NTSB Preliminary Report Outlines Runway Incursion Near-miss
The NTSB subpoenaed two pilots involved in a runway incursion at JFK International Airport after they declined a request for a recorded interview.
(Photo: American Airlines)
Feb 15, 2023 - 11:55 AM
ALPA Head Urges Streamlining of Notam System
ALPA president Ambrosi pushed for stable funding for notam system streamlining, while FAA chief Nolen said the project is about "halfway there."
Air India order for 20 Boeing 787s
Feb 14, 2023 - 1:14 PM
Air India Goes On Boeing, Airbus Aircraft Buying Spree
Air India signed an order for nearly 500 airliners—250 from Airbus and 220 from Boeing—on February 14 at the Aero India airshow.
Air India has ordered 140 Airbus A320neos, 70 A321neo, 34 A350-1000s and 6 A350-900s.
Feb 14, 2023 - 11:56 AM
Air India Turns to Airbus for Major Fleet Renewal Order
The carrier is buying 250 new narrow- and widebody aircraft, including a mix of 140 A320neos, 70 A321neo, 34 A350-1000s and 6 A350-900s.
Feb 13, 2023 - 9:00 AM
Aviation Heeds Lessons from ICAO Annex 13
First introduced in 1951, Annex 13 lays out international Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) for accident investigators.