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New Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Austrian Airlines
At the constitutive meeting of the Supervisory Board of Austrian Airlines on 20 September 2024, Till
Russia relies on modernized Tu-214: Letter of intent with S7 Airlines
Russia is increasing the use of the Tupolev Tu-214 as a replacement for Western aircraft that are being phased out due to the
Mouse on board: SAS flight makes unscheduled landing in Copenhagen
A flight of the Scandinavian airline SAS from Oslo to Málaga had to make an unscheduled landing in Copenhagen,
Passenger at Memmingen Airport reported for trespassing after incident
At Memmingen Airport, a 36-year-old man opened an emergency exit to get to the apron.
Lufthansa discontinues Frankfurt-Beijing connection
Lufthansa has made the decision to remove the flight connection between Frankfurt and Beijing from the flight schedule.
Paderborn/Lippstadt Airport receives additional name “Heinz Nixdorf”
Paderborn/Lippstadt Airport in North Rhine-Westphalia will now be renamed “Heinz Nixdorf”.
Zagreb Airport records record year and strong passenger growth
Zagreb Airport is heading for another record year and is recording significant growth in
Montenegro cuts airport fees to promote low-cost flights
The Montenegrin Ministry of Transport, in cooperation with Airports of Montenegro, has decided to reduce fees in order to reduce existing
New Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Austrian Airlines
Russia relies on modernized Tu-214: Letter of intent with S7 Airlines
Mouse on board: SAS flight makes unscheduled landing in Copenhagen
Passenger at Memmingen Airport reported for trespassing after incident
Lufthansa discontinues Frankfurt-Beijing connection
Paderborn/Lippstadt Airport receives additional name “Heinz Nixdorf”
Zagreb Airport records record year and strong passenger growth
Montenegro cuts airport fees to promote low-cost flights
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Montenegro cuts airport fees to promote low-cost flights
The Montenegrin Ministry of Transport, in cooperation with Airports of Montenegro, has decided to reduce fees in order to retain existing low-cost airlines and attract new airlines. Transport Minister Maja Vukićević criticized the previous increase in
Flybondi receives approval to provide ground handling services for other airlines
The Argentine low-cost airline Flybondi has received permission from the Civil Aviation Authority ANAC to provide ground handling services for other airlines. Flybondi already operates its own ground handling services at 80% of the airports it uses,
Italy strengthens its defence: billions invested in F-35 fighter jets and Eurofighter
The Italian government has presented a new, ambitious defense program that includes the purchase of 25 additional Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets worth over $7 billion. This measure is part of
Braathens Regional Airlines ends scheduled operations in favour of an ACMI contract with SAS
The Swedish regional airline Braathens Regional Airlines (BRA) will cease its scheduled passenger operations from Stockholm Bromma at the end of 2024. Instead, BRA will operate from 2025 under a seven-year ACMI contract for
Tbilisi: An emerging destination in the focus of European airlines
The Georgian capital Tbilisi is increasingly becoming the focus of international airlines, especially for the British market. In a week marked by announcements of new flight connections, both British
Evacuation of an EasyJet flight after an e-cigarette explosion
On September 17, 2024, passengers on EasyJet flight EZY8261 from Heraklion, Crete, to London Gatwick experienced dramatic moments when boarding was abruptly interrupted and an evacuation initiated. The reason for this was the
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Ryanair opens bookings for summer 2025 from Klagenfurt
Ryanair has already opened bookings for connections from Klagenfurt Airport to London, Alicante and Palma de Mallorca for the 2025 summer flight schedule. From April 2025, the flights will
Aviation Symposium 2024: Future of regional transport and expectations of the federal government
The Aviation Symposium 24 will take place on 2024 September 2024 at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber in Vienna. Under the title “Aviation is back! Aviation at the hubs is booming – how can we
Lufthansa Group extends cooperation with Air Baltic for wet lease
The Lufthansa Group is continuing its long-standing partnership with the Latvian airline Air Baltic. The cooperation under a wet lease agreement will be extended for a further three years beyond summer 2025.
Emirates is looking for new cabin crew: Open Day in Vienna in September 2024
The airline Emirates, known for its international service, is looking for new cabin crew. Applicants have the opportunity to introduce themselves in person at an Open Day in Vienna on September 22, 2024. Emirates
FACC researches sustainable aviation materials in EU project
The Austrian company FACC AG has joined forces with 13 European partners in the EU project “Compass” to develop solutions for the recycling of thermoplastic composite materials. The aim of the project is to
First airline-independent flight attendant course in Austria: a career springboard into aviation?
For many people, being a flight attendant is a dream job. It combines travel, responsibility and international contact. But the path into the cabin of an aircraft has so far been closely tied to the airline in question.
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100 years of Stuttgart Airport: A look at history, innovation and the future
Stuttgart Airport is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year – an occasion that not only celebrates the airport’s impressive development, but also its central role for the Baden-Württemberg region
Emergency exercise at Leipzig/Halle Airport successfully completed
On September 18, 2024, a large-scale emergency exercise took place at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Around 400 emergency personnel from the fire brigade, police and rescue services took part in the exercise, which tested cooperation in the
Lufthansa Group suspends flights to Tel Aviv until at least September 24, 2024
The Lufthansa Group has temporarily suspended its flights to and from Tel Aviv until September 24, 2024 due to the ongoing uncertainties in the Middle East. The decision was made to
TUI Airline relies on digital technical logbook from Aviatar
TUI Airline has decided to introduce the digital Technical Logbook (eTLB) from Aviatar, the platform of Lufthansa Technik, for its entire fleet of around 130 aircraft. This step replaces the previous
Safety culture in focus: Düsseldorf Airport hosts FOD Walk
Düsseldorf Airport, one of Germany's most important international transport hubs, sent a strong signal of safety awareness and community spirit last Friday. Over 250 participants from various areas of the aviation industry took part in the
Kassel-Calden without regular flights in winter – deficits remain high
There will be no regular flight connections at Kassel Airport in Calden in winter 2024/2025. Only a few special flights to Finland, Norway and Madeira are available. This means that travelers from northern Hesse
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Swiss cancels flights to Tel Aviv for security reasons
Due to recent tensions in the Middle East, Swiss airline has decided to cancel its flights between Zurich and Tel Aviv on 18 and 19 September 2024 (flight numbers LX252/253).
Lufthansa Group extends cooperation with Air Baltic for wet lease
The Lufthansa Group is continuing its long-standing partnership with the Latvian airline Air Baltic. The cooperation under a wet lease agreement will be extended for a further three years beyond summer 2025.
Zurich Airport approaches 2019 passenger numbers
Zurich Airport almost reached the passenger level before the Corona crisis in August 2023. With 3,1 million travelers in August, the number was 99,5 percent of the value from
Helvetic Airways completes fleet expansion with fourth Embraer E195
Helvetic Airways has completed the expansion of its fleet with the acquisition of a fourth Embraer E195. The aircraft was transferred from the USA to Zurich via Keflavik on September 10, 2024.
Summer operations at EuroAirport largely orderly despite high delays
At Basel Airport, the extended summer holiday period, which had extended over several weeks across the trinational catchment area, ended last weekend. In the last ten weeks, passenger volumes
Passenger volume at Zurich Airport will increase by 2024 percent in August 6
In August 2024, Zurich Airport recorded a 6 percent increase in passenger numbers compared to the previous year. A total of 3.096.971 passengers used the airport, which is almost the same as in August
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Arabella Kiesbauer takes on narrator role in the Rocky Horror Show in Vienna
The “Rocky Horror Show” returns to Vienna’s MuseumsQuartier from November 21 to December 14, 2024 and will be accompanied for the first time by Arabella Kiesbauer as narrator. The talk show host will be together with
Meyer Werft receives government support for financial stabilization
The Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, which has run into financial difficulties, is receiving extensive help from the federal government and the state of Lower Saxony. Both are taking over 80 percent of the shares and investing 400 million euros
An evening dedicated to the 007 myth: Thomas Borchert and Navina Heyne revive Bond songs
On Saturday, November 30, 2024, the Vienna Metropol will become the stage for a very special musical event. Under the title “Let the Sky fall – The Bond Concert Show”
Passengers of MS Thurgau Prestige disembarked after flooding in Vienna
After being stranded for several days due to flooding on the Danube, the passengers of the river cruise ship MS Thurgau Prestige were able to disembark in Vienna on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. The 99 passengers, mostly from
Deutsche Bahn restructures partner sales in long-distance transport
Deutsche Bahn has reorganized its partner sales in long-distance transport, which has also led to personnel changes. Veronika Görtz took over responsibility for the area on 1 September, which includes four
TUI expands autumn offers for holidays on the Red Sea
TUI will be offering more flights from Austria and Budapest to Egypt in autumn 2024 to meet the increased demand for sun holidays. With 23 weekly flights to Hurghada and
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Vienna Rum Festival and Gin Market meets Aperitivo 2024: It’s starting soon
On September 20 and 21, 2024, Vienna's Ottakringer Brewery will once again be transformed into the epicenter for lovers of high-quality spirits. With the Vienna Rum Festival and the Ginmarkt meets Aperitivo,
Liquid Market Bratislava: A melting pot of cocktail culture in Central Europe
Bratislava, the charming capital of Slovakia, is increasingly developing into a centre of cocktail culture in Eastern and Central Europe. This is particularly evident at the annual Liquid Market Bratislava, a
China Southern Airlines offers free city tours for transit passengers in Guangzhou
China Southern Airlines, China's largest airline, offers international transit passengers at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport a special service: free city tours of Guangzhou. These tours are available to passengers who have a minimum of
Food & Life 2024 in Munich: A culinary journey of discovery for all the senses
With the words “Guided food tours, mobile children’s kitchen, creations from the food innovation scene and a culinary pampering program”, the Food & Life trade fair in Munich announces a wealth of gourmet experiences for autumn 2024
Fish & Fine Food 2024: A feast for the palate at Messe Bremen
From 8 to 10 November 2024, the Bremen trade fair will be the meeting place for gourmets and foodies from all over northern Germany. The annual gourmet fair “Fisch & Feines” will once again present an impressive variety
Price differences between tourists and locals in Lisbon
In several traditional restaurants in the centre of Lisbon, there is a clear price difference between tourists and locals. According to a report in the Portuguese newspaper “Expresso”, foreign guests receive more expensive menus, while Portuguese
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Egon Erwin Kisch is one of the best journalists in the German language. In 1925, almost a hundred years ago, a volume of summarized reports was published. The title of the book became his
Donauinselfest: Probably the lowest “Wizz Air flight”
With a “flight altitude” of just 45 meters, the budget airline Wizz Air is offering what is probably the lowest “flight” at the Donauinselfest. The company is sponsoring the event this year and
A wine-loving journey into the depths of Moldova: The Cricova Winery
The Cricova wine cellar in the Republic of Moldova offers visitors a fascinating journey through an underground labyrinth of over 120 kilometers, which not only serves as a storage facility for an impressive wine collection,
Trip report: Braathens Regional Airlines – Klagenfurt Airport
It is Friday, May 10, 2024 and I am currently on the train on the way to Copenhagen Airport. From there we catch a flight with Austrian Airlines in the evening
Not a uniform product, but a confusion: Flixbus in focus
“Flixbus” has now almost become a generic term for long-distance bus journeys in Europe. The company has grown enormously since it was founded in 2012 and is now a quasi-monopolist
Guest commentary: Advantages and disadvantages of Ljubljana Airport from the perspective of a Carinthian
It is Tuesday, January 30, 2024. I am currently in the car with my father as chauffeur on the way to Ljubljana airport. Planned departure with Lufthansa
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On September 9, 2024, a sensational trial against several high-ranking French military officers and senior executives of the logistics company International Chartering Systems (ICS) began before the Paris Criminal Court. The case has high
Airpower24 attracts 250.000 visitors to Zeltweg
On September 6 and 7, 2024, Airpower24 took place for the 11th time at the Hinterstoisser Air Base in Zeltweg. With around 250.000 visitors, the air show was once again a crowd puller. Organized
Airpower24: Europe’s largest air show is coming up
On the first weekend in September, the Hinterstoisser Air Base in Zeltweg will once again be transformed into the pulsating centre of European aviation. Airpower24, one of the most important air shows in Europe, invites you to
Serbia wants Rafale fighter jets: A signal for European integration or strategic calculation?
Serbia has taken a step towards closer military cooperation with France and thus also with the European Union. The Balkan country has decided to purchase twelve Rafale fighter jets from the French manufacturer Dassault
Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules: A look at 70 years in service with the US Air Force
On August 23, 1954, a new chapter in aviation history began when the Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules made its first flight. Today, 70 years later, the “Herk” has established itself as one of
Ukraine uses F-16 fighter jets in combat for the first time
On August 27, 2024, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky officially confirmed the use of Ukraine's F-16 fighter jets in direct combat against Russian forces. This marks a decisive turning point
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New Zealand increases tourist fees almost threefold
From October 1, 2024, New Zealand will significantly increase the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) for international tourists. The fee will be increased from 35 New Zealand dollars (about 20 euros)
Lost luggage in air travel: rights and obligations of travellers
Every year, millions of travelers around the world experience one of their biggest nightmares during their trip: the loss of their luggage. This unpleasant experience can not only ruin the vacation, but also cause significant financial
Holiday season 2024: Consumer protection in Upper Austria in full swing
The 2024 holiday season has not only brought relaxation for many Austrians, but also numerous problems. The consumer advocates of the Upper Austrian Chamber of Labor (AK) are currently particularly challenged to help travelers
The big wave of return journeys: How to behave correctly in a traffic jam
With the end of summer and the last days of vacation, the big wave of return journeys is approaching for many travelers. Motorways and expressways are filling up, and traffic jams are becoming an unavoidable companion on the
EU introduces new entry/exit system for non-EU citizens
From 10 November 2024, the European Union plans to introduce a new Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU citizens. This system is intended to replace the current practice of passport stamps at the Schengen external borders by
Roaming traps abroad: expensive surprises and useful tips for travelers
In today’s digitalised world, many people take it for granted that they can stay online even when abroad. Most people assume that when roaming in the European Union, they will
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