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April 23, 2021

Alternative to PCR test: Finnair also accepts proof of vaccination

Finnish citizens now only need the first vaccination to board a Finnair plane. From May 11, 2021, the carrier will accept proof of a Covid vaccination as an alternative to the previously required negative PCR test result as a basis for transport. The only requirement is that the first vaccine was administered at least 21 days before departure. In addition, children under 16 no longer have to provide proof of health. Finnair announced this today. "Vaccinations have proven effective in combating the Covid-19 pandemic. Proof of vaccination will play a key role in the development of the EU's Digital Green Certificate in order to gradually return to normality," said Kimmo Ketola, Medical Director at the airline. Old regulations remain in place, and a negative PCR test result or proof of a previous illness will also be accepted.

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Montana Aerospace wants to go public on the Swiss stock exchange

In the midst of the biggest aviation crisis in decades, the supplier Montana Aerospace is aiming for an IPO on the Swiss SIX. The company wants to use the proceeds from the transaction to finance acquisitions in the industry, which is facing consolidation. As part of the transaction organized by Berenberg, the Zürcher Kantonalbank and Commerzbank, the company wants to raise 400 million euros from investors in the second quarter of the current year. This is reported by the ORF. The money will be used, among other things, for future "organic and smart inorganic growth". The company says it employs 4.800 people at 28 locations on four continents. Montana Aerospace supplies aircraft manufacturers Airbus and Boeing, among others, with components made of aluminum, titanium, steel and copper.

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NUE: Ryanair flies back to London

After around a year, Nuremberg Airport is again directly connected to London. The first plane to London-Stansted takes off on July 3, 2021. Ryanair plans to fly to the British capital every Tuesday and Saturday for the time being. If demand increases, the Irish airline plans to further expand its offering from autumn 2021. Tickets can already be booked. Effects of Brexit Despite Brexit, passengers with German citizenship can visit Great Britain for up to six months without a visa. Travelers can check whether a visa is necessary on the British government website.

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VIE-AMS: KLM is celebrating its 85th route anniversary

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has been flying from Amsterdam to Vienna for 85 years now. The carrier launched its first flight between Amsterdam and Vienna on April 20, 1936. The route was part of the Blue Danube Express before World War II. KLM is the oldest airline still operating under its original name. VIE board member Julian Jäger also congratulates the Dutch airline on this special anniversary. "KLM has been flying from Amsterdam to Vienna for 2 years and the airline has maintained this connection continuously since the beginning of the Covid 85 crisis. We would like to thank them very much for this long-standing commitment and we warmly congratulate KLM on its 19th route anniversary. We look forward to many more years of successful partnership and are confident that we will soon be able to welcome more passengers to Vienna again," said Jäger. KLM currently offers two daily direct flights between Vienna-Schwechat and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The planes take off at 85:06 a.m. and 55:17 p.m.

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Adria Airways headquarters is sold

Anyone who has always wanted to buy a former airline headquarters can now buy one of Adria Airways. However, you must have the necessary cash, because the minimum price was set by the insolvency administrator at 4,1 million euros. Interested parties can now submit their bids to him. The property was built in 2009 and is around 4.400 square meters in size. According to the insolvency administrator, the building includes offices, training rooms and areas that can be used as storage. Ljubljana Airport is in the immediate vicinity. The glass front in the entrance area also features an oversized Adria Airways logo.

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KLM starts WiFi above the clouds

The airline KLM wants to offer WiFi on its Boeing 737 fleet. Two aircraft are already equipped with a Viasat system. This was officially used for the first time on Friday, so that passengers can now use the Internet on board. The carrier wants to upgrade 16 more Boeing 737s with this technology by the end of the year. Internet access will initially be provided free of charge, but payment will be requested shortly. A letter from the airline states that the "test period" is limited to just one week. The Embraer fleet operated by KLM Cityhopper is also to be equipped at least partially with Viasat WiFi technology. However, this is initially limited to the new E195-E2 models. A final decision has not yet been made on the possible retrofitting of the older units.

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Austrian Airlines starts pre-checking documents

Following Lufthansa and Eurowings, group member Austrian Airlines is now also offering passengers the opportunity to submit their travel documents electronically for a preliminary check up to 12 hours before departure. Passengers will then receive feedback on whether or not their documents entitle them to enter the destination country. The Corona pandemic has brought a comeback of bureaucracy and paperwork in travel. Passports and identity cards have long since ceased to be sufficient, as many countries require prior entry registrations, test and/or vaccination certificates, and occasionally other documents. There is also an opaque patchwork within the European Union, which is constantly changing. Austrian Airlines offers passengers traveling to Germany, Greece, and Spain the opportunity to upload their documents in advance. The carrier will then provide feedback on whether or not they comply with the current regulations. Use of the service is voluntary and free of charge. Regardless of the check, passengers must have all original documents with them on the trip.

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South Africa: Mango Airlines has to cease flight operations

The South African low-cost airline Mango Airlines is running out of money. The carrier is to cease flight operations by May 1, 2021 at the latest. In the background, talks are underway with the government that could result in state support. Mango is to remain grounded until the payment is possible. The company told CH-Aviation.com that it does not expect state aid before June 2021. It is now also considering applying for creditor protection and is aiming to exit the process in July 2021 if necessary. The South African subsidiary's fleet currently consists of 14 Boeing 737s. "The lessors are giving Mango an ultimatum: If they do not receive their money by April 30, 2021, all aircraft must be grounded by then. The owner has informed us that Mango will not receive any money until June 2021. This means that Mango will no longer be able to operate from May 1, 2021 because no aircraft are available for operation," the low-cost airline said in a statement.

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Ryanair: First B737-Max-200 arrive in Bergamo and Stansted

The Ryanair Group will station the first Boeing 737 Max 200 aircraft at London Stansted and Milan Bergamo airports. Managing Director Eddie Wilson expects deliveries to start in the next two weeks. During an online industry event, the manager pointed out that the new arrivals will initially only be used at airports where the company has its own technical operations. London Stansted will be the first to be launched, closely followed by Milan Bergamo. Wilson expects that a total of 2021 Boeing 16 Max 737s will be handed over to Ryanair DAC, Ryanair UK, Malta Air and Buzz by the end of May 200. The aircraft intended for Malta Air and Buzz will have their own livery. Those for Ryanair UK will get the standard Ryanair livery. The carrier has a technical operation in Vienna that was spun off from Laudamotion some time ago. A spokeswoman told Aviation.Direct a few weeks ago that there are currently no plans to station Boeing 737 Max 200s. The subsidiaries Buzz and Lauda Europe have bases in the Austrian capital. Flights are operated under FR flight numbers (Ryanair).

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Ukraine: Diplomatic tensions surrounding Motor Sich

Chinese investors had tried to take over the Ukrainian Motor Sich using a "straw man structure". The government intervened and stopped the transaction. The Chinese are now suing for around 3,6 billion US dollars in damages. The investors want to claim this sum from the Ukrainian government. The matter is quite explosive, as the government feared that Motor Sich's technology and know-how could be transferred to China and used there for military projects. According to the local news agency, the government is now facing a claim for damages amounting to 3,6 million US dollars. The Chinese have only paid 700 million US dollars for the shares, which are frozen due to a decree. And that's not all: the Chinese Foreign Ministry has also intervened and is calling on Ukraine to respect the rights of companies and investors from China. The Ukrainian government countered and is demanding additional information about the buyers and the origin of the funds. The diplomatic tensions have had no impact on the flight operations of Motor Sich Airlines, which is a subsidiary of the affected group. The carrier recently expanded its offering. Apart from a few international routes, Motor Sich Airlines flies primarily within Ukraine.

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