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VIEiPEE Vienna celebrates its tenth anniversary: ​​A decade of hip-hop in focus

Amely Mizzi 28 May 2025 19:37

VIEiPEE in Vienna celebrates its tenth anniversary on Friday, May 30, 2025. Since its founding in 2015, the club has established itself as a fixture in Vienna's nightlife scene, particularly through its consistent focus on hip-hop music. A reception with a live BBQ, drinks, music from the RICEMONEY DJ Squad, and a performance by British artist Tion Wayne are planned for the anniversary evening. Entrepreneur Martin Ho, who initiated VIEiPEE, emphasizes the intention of providing a home for Vienna's hip-hop scene. Over the past ten years, the club has hosted numerous events with internationally renowned artists, including performances and visits by names such as Shawn Mendes, Rick Ross, and Wiz Khalifa. After-parties for major music festivals such as the Frequency Festival have also taken place at VIEiPEE, attracting both international and local artists. In the past, VIEiPEE has also positioned itself by serving high-priced champagne brands. The club also served as the official venue for the Rolling Loud Europe after-parties in 2024, presenting various international hip-hop artists. These activities underscore VIEiPEE's claim to supra-regional significance in the hip-hop scene. The main celebration will take place on May 30, 2025, to mark its tenth anniversary. Further events are planned before and after the event, including the "MEGAMIXWOCH Anniversary Special" on May 28 and the "MMK Anniversary Special" on May 31, featuring guest DJs from Great Britain and performances by local artists. Expected guests from the Viennese scene: Various personalities from Vienna's public life have announced their attendance at the anniversary celebration, including artists, restaurateurs, media representatives, and politicians.

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SunExpress expands its service from Stuttgart with three new non-stop connections to Türkiye

Belinda Borg 28 May 2025 19:34

The airline SunExpress is further expanding its route network from Stuttgart and will launch three new non-stop flights to Turkey from the end of May 2025. The first flight will be to Ordu-Giresun on the picturesque Black Sea coast, which will be served directly from Stuttgart every Wednesday, on May 28, 2025. Just two days later, on May 30, 2025, flights will commence to Bursa on the Sea of ​​Marmara, a city rich in historical sites and easily accessible from the popular hiking and mountaineering destination of Uludag. This flight will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays, to Bursa-Yenisehir Airport. The trio of new connections will be completed on June 1, 2025, with the inaugural flight to Balikesir-Edremit near the Aegean Sea. This flight will be scheduled every Sunday until the end of September. With these expansions, SunExpress now serves 16 of a total of 18 Turkish destinations directly from Stuttgart, thus consolidating its position as the second-largest airline in the region. New non-stop flight to the Black Sea coast: Ordu-Giresun. From May 28, 2025, travelers from Stuttgart can comfortably reach the Black Sea coastal region around Ordu and Giresun every Wednesday. This region is known for its green landscape, which stretches between the sea and the Pontic Mountains. Ordu attracts visitors with its modern cable car to the local mountain Boztepe, from where a wide panoramic view is offered. Giresun is historically significant and known for the offshore island of Giresun Adası, which bears ancient and medieval traces. The new non-stop flight from SunExpress now makes it possible to reach this charming region without a stopover.

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FlyDubai expands European route network with four new destinations

Stephen Steiner 28 May 2025 19:29

Dubai-based airline FlyDubai is continuing its expansion strategy and has announced the launch of flights to four new destinations in Europe. Starting in September 2025, the airline will fly to Chișinău in Moldova and Iasi in Romania. This will be followed by Riga in Latvia and Vilnius in Lithuania in December 2025. With these new connections, FlyDubai increases its European destinations to 35 in a total of 20 countries. Most notably, FlyDubai will be the first airline from the United Arab Emirates to offer a direct connection between Dubai and Iasi International Airport (IAS) in Romania. Opening up new markets in Eastern Europe and the Baltics The launch of routes to Chișinău and Iasi marks FlyDubai's further expansion in Eastern Europe. The airline has been serving Romania with flights to Bucharest since 2012. With the new connections to Riga and Vilnius, FlyDubai enters the Baltic region for the first time and increases the number of underserved markets in its network to over 100 destinations. Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer of FlyDubai, commented on the expansion: "The expansion of our network reflects our unwavering commitment to tapping into underserved markets and stimulating the free flow of trade and tourism. We are delighted to realize this with the launch of our newest destinations in Europe. Today, we have built a diverse network of more than 135 destinations, 75 percent of which are underserved routes from Dubai. With our new services to Eastern Europe and the Baltic region, we look forward to enhancing the trade and

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Air Partner: Tailor-made flight logistics as the key to the success of global sporting events

Amely Mizzi 28 May 2025 19:25

The years 2025 and 2026 will be marked by major global sporting events that pose immense logistical challenges. Air Partner, a company specializing in aviation solutions, is positioning itself as an indispensable partner to ensure the smooth travel of fans, athletes, and teams. Given globally distributed match schedules, tight timelines, and the movement of thousands of participants, mobility is becoming a key strategic issue. Customized flight logistics are proving to be a critical success factor behind the scenes of these major events. Complex travel requirements in modern sports Today's sporting events are large-scale mobile projects that are scheduled at short notice, take place globally, and are highly complex. Conventional commercial air connections often reach their limits, especially when it comes to transporting entire national teams, large hospitality groups, or extensive media crews. With its services ranging from customized charter flights to cargo transport, Air Partner offers tailor-made solutions for a wide variety of requirements. Clive Chalmers, Senior Vice President Group Charter UK & ROW at Air Partner, highlights the special features of sports travel: "What many people underestimate is that sports travel is not a normal group trip. It involves precision planning, adhering to tight time frames and often the transport of extensive equipment that has to be in the right place at exactly the right time. This is precisely where we come in. We don't just organize flights, we ensure that everything runs smoothly in the background so that everyone can concentrate on the real highlight: the sport." Logistical masterpiece at the Giro d'Italia A vivid example of the complex demands on sports logistics is the transport of the "Carovana del Giro d'Italia", the official support fleet of the

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Deutsche Aircraft presents D328eco: Ambitious new start in regional aircraft production

Belinda Borg 28 May 2025 19:16

At its Oberpfaffenhofen site, Deutsche Aircraft presented the first test aircraft of the D328eco (TAC 1). The event attracted representatives from politics and business, including Bavarian Minister-President Dr. Markus Söder and the Managing Director of the German Aerospace Industries Association (BDLI), Marie-Christine von Hahn. The D328eco is based on the well-known Dornier 328 and is intended to impress in the regional aircraft class with improved efficiency and performance. The presentation marks an important step towards a potential revival of the development and production of passenger aircraft in Germany. Political Support and Industry Expectations Bavarian Minister-President Dr. Markus Söder praised the project as a significant milestone for Bavaria as an aviation location and pledged the state's continued support. He emphasized Bavaria's long tradition in the aviation industry and its investments in research and development. Economics Minister Hubert Aiwanger also emphasized the importance of the Bavarian aerospace industry. Marie-Christine von Hahn of the BDLI (German Aviation Federation) underscored the potential signal effect of the D328eco for the entire German aviation industry. D328eco: Evolution or revolution of the regional aircraft class? Deutsche Aircraft emphasizes that the D328eco builds on the proven basis of the Dornier 328 and has been improved through modern technologies in terms of cost-effectiveness, emissions, and customer experience. The company highlights the targeted higher fuel efficiency (40 to 50 percent more economical than comparable current regional jets), the optimized operating performance even on shorter and more demanding runways, and the integration of modern avionics and manufacturing processes. However, it remains to be seen to what extent the D328eco can actually set new standards in the highly competitive regional aircraft class. The market is dominated by established manufacturers and their

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Eurowings introduces Premium Biz Seat: A step between Business and Premium Economy?

Jan Gruber 28 May 2025 19:08

Eurowings, which positions itself as a value airline within the Lufthansa Group, plans to introduce a new "Premium Biz Seat" on longer medium-haul routes starting this fall. This step, which will initially be tested on the Berlin-Dubai route, aims to offer both business and leisure travelers a higher level of comfort. Instead of the usual 2x3 seating in Economy Class, selected Airbus A320neo aircraft will be fitted with seats from the Italian manufacturer Geven in a 2x2 configuration, featuring adjustable backrests and an ergonomic design. But how does this new offering compare to the established Premium Economy Class of other airlines that also serve the route between Germany and Dubai? The Premium Biz Seat in Detail According to Eurowings, the Premium Biz Seat offers more comfort and privacy than conventional medium-haul seating. The 2x2 configuration suggests wider seats and potentially more generous seat pitch. The adjustable backrest is intended to increase comfort on longer flights. However, compared to the pure business class of other airlines on this route, which often features reclining seats, the Premium Biz Seat appears to be more of an upgrade to the traditional business class on short- and medium-haul flights, which often features an empty middle seat and more legroom. Comparison with Premium Economy on the Germany-Dubai route: Airlines such as Emirates and Lufthansa offer a Premium Economy Class on their flights between Germany and Dubai, positioned as a separate travel class between Economy and Business. This is generally characterized by the following features: Given the initial descriptions of Eurowings

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Lufthansa Group extends flight ban to Tel Aviv again until mid-June 2025

Amely Mizzi 28 May 2025 15:05

Due to the ongoing tense security situation in Israel, the Lufthansa Group is suspending its flights to and from Tel Aviv until Sunday, June 15, 2025. This extension of the flight ban affects Lufthansa itself, as well as its subsidiaries Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, ITA Airways, Brussels Airlines, and Lufthansa Cargo. The airline justifies this step with the current situation in the region. The Lufthansa Group had already temporarily suspended flight operations to Tel Aviv in May after a rocket attack by the Houthi militia near Ben Gurion Airport increased security concerns. The flight ban was originally scheduled to last until June 8, but has now been extended for another week. Affected passengers will be informed by the airlines and can cancel their tickets free of charge or rebook for a later date. The Lufthansa Group emphasizes that the safety of passengers and crew is its top priority. Other airlines such as Ryanair and Easyjet have also temporarily suspended their flights to Tel Aviv.

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Senior citizen mistakenly boarded the wrong plane to Bologna

Jan Gruber 28 May 2025 14:31

A 79-year-old Swedish woman accidentally boarded the wrong plane at Copenhagen Airport and landed in Bologna instead of Berlin, her intended destination. The woman, who had booked with EasyJet, joined the queue at the wrong gate during a transfer in Copenhagen for a Ryanair flight to Bologna and was able to board unhindered, even though her ticket showed a different flight. It was only during the flight to Italy that the elderly woman became suspicious due to the unexpectedly long flight time and informed her son after landing. Danish media reported on the incident. Ryanair then organized the woman's return journey. How the pensioner was able to board the wrong plane is the subject of an investigation. Ryanair stated that boarding in Copenhagen was handled by an external service provider. The incident raises questions about security measures and boarding screening.

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Vietjet orders additional Airbus A330-900s to expand its international route network

Stephen Steiner 28 May 2025 14:00

The Vietnamese airline Vietjet, the country's largest private airline, has doubled its order for Airbus A330-900 aircraft with a firm order for 20 additional aircraft. The company announced this during a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Hanoi. The new wide-body aircraft will support the expansion of its international route network over the next ten years. The 40 A330-900s now on order will enable Vietjet to serve high-frequency regional routes in the Asia-Pacific region as well as launch new long-haul connections, including future destinations in Europe. The airline currently operates an all-Airbus fleet of 115 A320 family aircraft and seven A330-300s. The A330-300s are currently operated on routes to Australia, India, and Kazakhstan. With this latest order, Vietjet underlines its ambitions to further grow in international air traffic and provide more passengers with access to air travel. Airbus expressed its delight at Vietjet's renewed choice of the A330neo and looks forward to continuing the successful partnership.

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TAP Air Portugal Airbus A330 lands in Lisbon with only one engine and hydraulic failure

Belinda Borg 28 May 2025 13:41

A TAP Air Portugal Airbus A330 flying from Newark to Lisbon was forced to land last week with only one engine operating after experiencing an in-flight engine failure. To make matters worse, the wide-body twin-engine jet, which had left its New Jersey hub nearly two hours late, also suffered a hydraulic failure while descending toward the Portuguese capital. The crew then issued a "PAN PAN" call. Fortunately, the affected twin-engine aircraft was able to land safely in Lisbon, with no injuries reported to passengers or crew on the transatlantic flight from the United States. However, the aircraft appeared to have been taken out of service, as it hasn't flown in the three days since the incident. Let's examine in more detail what happened on board. Delayed arrival in Lisbon after eventful flight TAP Air Portugal Flight TP204 is a scheduled transatlantic overnight flight from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in the US state of New Jersey. Its destination is Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), which serves the Portuguese capital Lisbon and is the main hub of TAP Air Portugal. According to Flightradar24, the route is operated daily, which underscores its importance. The Portuguese airline and Star Alliance member prefers to use modern Airbus jets on this route, either the narrow-body A321LR (from the A320neo family) or the wide-body A330-900 (from the A330neo family). However, on certain days, older Airbus A330-200 twin-engines from the older A330ceo family are used, such as on May 22nd. In fact, an A330-200 with the registration CS-TOO was scheduled for this flight last Thursday.

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