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January 20, 2025

Lufthansa has 40 Boeing 737-Max-8s operated by Eurowings

Belinda Borg 20 January 2025 23:36

With an investment of around five billion dollars, the Lufthansa Group is sending a clear signal for the future of Eurowings, as 40 Boeing 737 Max 8s, which were ordered some time ago, are to complement the Eurowings fleet. Deliveries are scheduled for between 2027 and 2032. The Lufthansa Group's decision to award the new Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft to Eurowings underlines the strategic importance of the airline within the group. Carsten Spohr, CEO of the Lufthansa Group, emphasized Eurowings' success in a highly competitive market and praised the consistent focus on growth in the tourism segment and expansion into Europe. Previously, there were rumors that the ordered B737 Max 8s could be operated by Austrian Airlines. This issue should now be settled, as the decision was made in favor of Eurowings. More capacity and range thanks to modern aircraft The Boeing 737-Max-8 offers a significant improvement over the Airbus A319 models currently in use. With space for 189 passengers, the new aircraft has 39 seats more capacity and offers a range that makes it ideal for longer medium-haul destinations. The gradual renewal of the fleet also brings structural advantages. Older Airbus models such as the A319 and some of the A320 are being replaced by the new aircraft, which not only benefits operating costs but also increases the airline's strategic flexibility. Economically setting the course for the future Jens Bischof, CEO of Eurowings, described the investment as the largest in the airline's 30-year history. He emphasized that Eurowings' economic success is the basis

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Edelweiss expands flight offer in spring 2025

Amely Mizzi 20 January 2025 23:30

The Swiss airline Edelweiss is planning to expand its flight offerings in spring 2025. With new non-stop connections to popular holiday destinations and an extended winter season to Lapland, the company wants to respond to increasing demand and offer its guests more flexibility and comfort. Particular attention is being paid to the use of the Airbus A340 on selected short-haul routes, which will noticeably increase capacity. For winter sports and adventure lovers who want to explore fascinating Lapland, Edelweiss is extending the winter season until shortly before Easter. In March and April 2025, additional connections will be offered to the popular destinations Rovaniemi, Kittilä and Ivalo. Rovaniemi, known as the home of Santa Claus, will be served with additional flights on March 31 and April 3 and 7. Kittilä, a starting point for numerous winter sports activities, will also receive additional connections on March 31 and April 7. Edelweiss will offer additional flights to Ivalo, Finland's northernmost airport, on March 28 and April 4 and 11. With these expanded options, Edelweiss wants to give guests more flexibility and a wider choice of travel times. New non-stop connections to popular holiday destinations From April 2025, Edelweiss will be adding additional non-stop flights to popular holiday regions in Italy, Morocco and Greece to its route network. Instead of the previous triangular connections, direct flights will now be offered to shorten travel times and increase comfort. Catania in Sicily and Lamezia in Calabria will be served directly on Mondays and Thursdays. Edelweiss is thus responding to the growing demand for travel to the south of Italy, a region known for its stunning coastline and cultural heritage. Morocco is also a popular destination.

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Zurich: Increased flight activity expected for WEF 2025 in Davos

Amely Mizzi 20 January 2025 11:02

The World Economic Forum (WEF) will take place in Davos from 20 to 24 January 2025, and Zurich Airport is expecting a significant increase in flight movements. Around 1000 additional take-offs and landings are expected due to business jets, state aircraft and increased helicopter transport. Estimates assume that the airport will have to expect an increased frequency of flights during the WEF week due to short-notice arrivals and limited stand capacities. In recent years, additional flights have increased particularly due to political and security-related movements during the WEF. In order to offer WEF guests an advanced service offering this year, Jet Aviation will continue to offer sustainable fuel (SAF) for refueling the aircraft. This should enable participants to travel in a more environmentally friendly way, even if the main focus during the forum is on the political discussions and economic issues. For visitors to Zurich Airport, Observation Deck B will also have extended opening hours during the WEF. This is open daily from 18 to 24 January from 08:00 a.m. to 20:00 p.m. Spotters also have the opportunity to follow the action at popular locations such as the west side of the airport or in Oberglatt. Special guided tours will also be offered during the WEF day, which should be reserved early due to limited spaces.

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Andreas Senn opens Senns Bar in Salzburg – culinary delights in a new, casual atmosphere

Jan Gruber 20 January 2025 10:02

The award-winning top chef Andreas Senn, known for his excellent cuisine, is opening the new Senns.Bar in the Salzburg Gusswerk. The bar offers an alternative to the formal gourmet menus in the adjoining restaurant by combining a more relaxed atmosphere with a selection of dishes and drinks in an industrial bar design. In the bar, guests can choose from eight original dishes from the restaurant, which are offered at reasonable prices starting at 8 euros. In addition, the Senns.Bar offers around two dozen open wines as well as "Sen(n)sational Cocktails" created by Senn, which ensure a special taste experience. With this new concept, Andreas Senn is creating an opportunity for those guests who do not want to experience the entire gourmet menu, but still want to enjoy the exceptional cuisine. The dishes from the 2-star kitchen, such as the "Steamed Buns" or "Ochsenmarrow dumplings", are offered in the bar in smaller portions at a significantly cheaper price. Senn emphasizes that the bar serves as an ideal complement to the restaurant, with an informal offering that also allows for spontaneous visits. The cocktail menu is also a highlight, with five different flavors that are tailored to the restaurant concept. Senns Bar is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 18:30 p.m. and offers a modern and relaxed way to experience Andreas Senn's culinary diversity.

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Air Baltic expands training capacities with second Airbus A220 simulator

Belinda Borg 20 January 2025 09:00

Latvian airline Air Baltic has significantly expanded its training capabilities at the Air Baltic Training Center in Riga by introducing a second Airbus A220 full-flight simulator. This move is designed to support growing pilot training and qualification requirements and meet increasing demand due to the expansion of the Airbus fleet. Air Baltic plans to have a total of 2030 Airbus A100-220 aircraft in operation by 300, requiring a continuous expansion of training offerings. With almost 50 aircraft currently in operation, the expansion of the training area is an important step to meet the increasing demand for pilot training. The new simulator will be available for 6.000 hours per year, sufficient for an optimal use of 5.500-6.000 hours. The expansion strengthens Air Baltic's position as the leading Airbus A220 training center in Northern Europe, as only two such simulators are operated in the region – both by Air Baltic. The new simulator will not only support internal pilot training, but will also be used for technical training and can be rented by other airlines. This will provide Air Baltic with enhanced training capacity not only for its own crew, but also for external customers, including airlines and training organizations from different countries.

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Successful aerial refueling by Airbus A400M

Amely Mizzi 20 January 2025 08:39

In a landmark development, Airbus has announced that an A400M Atlas, the European aircraft manufacturer's heavy-lift aircraft, has successfully refuelled a V-22 Osprey, a tilt-rotor aircraft of the US Navy, during a flight test by the German Air Force. This successful refuelling represents not only a significant advance in the further development of the A400M as a tanker aircraft, but also an important step towards improved interoperability between NATO partners, which is essential for joint military operations. The German Air Force originally developed the A400M Atlas with the aim of creating a flexible and capable transport aircraft that could not only transport heavy loads over long distances, but also be used as a tanker aircraft for military helicopters and other aircraft. With the successful aerial refuelling of a US helicopter, this capability has now been taken to the next level and a new milestone in the aircraft's operational capability has been reached. A complex challenge: in-flight helicopter refueling The ability to refuel helicopters in flight is one of the A400M's outstanding features. This capability is particularly crucial for France and Germany, which rely on military helicopters for operations in foreign conflict zones. Unlike aircraft that fly long distances and therefore carry fuel on board, helicopters for longer missions often require an additional fuel supply, which must be provided by in-flight refueling. Traditionally, this task was carried out by the United States Air Force (USAF), but the further development of in-flight refueling systems in European military aircraft, in particular the A400M, now offers NATO partners more independence and flexibility. In-flight refueling of helicopters is a challenge due to the different

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Lufthansa Group remains the largest provider at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

Stephen Steiner 20 January 2025 08:08

The Lufthansa Group has maintained its position as the largest provider at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) in 2024. Around 30 percent of all connections to and from the capital airport were operated by the Group's airlines - including Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings and SunExpress. With a total of 6,4 million passengers carried last year, the Lufthansa Group remains the clear market leader at BER. The second largest provider recorded a share of around 17 percent of flights. On average, one of the Group's aircraft took off from BER every 15 minutes, and the company's six airlines offered up to 500 direct flights to almost 60 destinations every week. Eurowings in particular contributed to this figure by connecting the airport with around 45 destinations in Europe, North Africa and the Gulf region. Passengers can reach more than 290 destinations worldwide via the Lufthansa Group's hubs. For 2025, the Lufthansa Group plans to further expand its presence at BER, while other airlines reduce their offerings. For example, Swiss has started a daily non-stop connection to Geneva since October and Eurowings will increase its seat capacity by 12 percent. In addition, new holiday destinations such as Bilbao, Corfu, Faro and Newcastle have been added to the program.

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Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Damascus and Benghazi

Jan Gruber 20 January 2025 07:31

In January 2025, Turkish Airlines is sending a clear signal of a realignment in aviation policy in the Middle East and North Africa. The Turkish airline has resumed flights to the Syrian capital Damascus and to Benghazi, Libya's second largest city. These two routes had been removed from the airline's route network for years due to the unstable political and military situations in the countries concerned. By resuming these routes, Turkish Airlines is not only strengthening its position as the largest airline serving the most international destinations in the world, but also as a mediator in a geopolitical situation characterized by political upheaval and tension. The resumption of flights to Damascus by Turkish Airlines is a remarkable step. The Syrian civil war, which began in 2011, led to a massive decline in international air connections. After the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime and the political unrest that followed, Turkish Airlines also suspended its flights to the Syrian capital. However, after the regime change in December 2024 and the subsequent rapprochement between Turkey and the Syrian government, which was manifested by the visit of the new Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani to Ankara at the end of January 2025, a new opportunity for the resumption of the connection opened up. Flights between Istanbul and Damascus are scheduled to begin on January 23, 2025, initially three times a week. The political talks between Turkey and Syria prior to this step have played a decisive role in laying the foundation for this return. However, the Syrian authorities have put special entry regulations in place to prepare for the resumption.

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Innovative “Gate Garden” concept at Varna and Burgas airports

Jan Gruber 20 January 2025 07:00

From 2025, passengers at Varna and Burgas airports can look forward to an innovative concept. The "Gate Garden" project, developed by Fraport Twin Star Airport Management, is intended to offer travelers a unique experience. The new, green outdoor terraces are not only intended to contribute to a pleasant atmosphere with plenty of sun and natural ventilation, but also to reduce the carbon footprint through the use of sustainable architecture. Passengers can go directly to the aircraft from the open terminal areas, allowing an even closer connection to the environment. The "Gate Garden" concept also includes modern commercial areas and spacious recreation areas, set amidst green spaces and living vegetation. This design makes the stay for passengers more pleasant and varied. Particularly noteworthy is the central view of the runway, which offers travelers an exciting experience with the sight of aircraft taking off and landing. These innovations are intended to further strengthen Varna and Burgas airports as attractive destinations for airlines and passengers. The official opening of the new "Gate Garden" areas is planned for summer 2. This will coincide with the high season on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, when increased passenger traffic is expected. Varna Airport and Burgas Airport expect this innovation to result in an even higher quality of passenger service and greater flexibility for the infrastructure.

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Investigation into Jeju Air crash: Bird strike as possible cause

Amely Mizzi 20 January 2025 06:32

On December 29, 2024, a tragedy struck in South Korea when a plane belonging to the South Korean airline Jeju Air crashed during an emergency landing attempt at Muan International Airport. The accident killed 179 of the 181 passengers. The investigation into the causes of the crash has now provided new clues: bird feathers and blood stains in the aircraft's engines point to a possible bird strike as one of the causes of the accident. This discovery raises new questions and intensifies the investigation into the exact circumstances of the crash. Jeju Air Flight 2216 had taken off from Bangkok on December 29, 2024 and was en route to Muan when a dramatic situation occurred. While approaching Muan International Airport, one of the regional airports in South Korea, the aircraft failed to extend its landing gear, resulting in an emergency landing. As a result, the Boeing 737 crashed into a concrete hill where the landing aid antenna was located and caught fire after the impact. The accident site has always been difficult for rescue workers to reach, which made rescue operations difficult. Two flight attendants survived the accident, while 179 people lost their lives. The tragedy attracted international attention and raised questions about the safety measures that should have been in place at the airport and on board the aircraft. The investigation and new clues On January 16, 2025, South Korean investigators announced new information. Feathers and blood stains were found in the engines of the crashed aircraft. This is a crucial clue, as it

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