RSS 2.0 FeedStar Alliance Tests RFID Bag Tag
Fri, Apr 03, 2009
The FINANCIAL -- Star Alliance has just completed testing the feasibility of using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for enhancing the baggage check-in process.
International Airlines News
ATQ Names Emirates ‘Best Int’l Airline in Nigeria’
Thu, Nov 03, 2011
Emirates, one of the world's fastest growing airlines, has once again been recognised for its commitment to service excellence after winning two awards from ATQ magazine at the recent 2011 ‘Akwaaba’ African Travel Market Awards.
Boeing Hits 2010 Airplane Delivery Target; Achieves Strong Order Bookings
Sat, Jan 08, 2011
- Company delivers 462 airplanes - 530 net orders booked as global economy shows recovery
Air Traffic Dipped in November - IATA
Sat, Jan 08, 2011
Geneva - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced international scheduled traffic results for November showing 8.2% year-on-year passenger traffic growth and a 5.4% increase for freight. The passenger load factor for November averaged 75.6% while the freight load factor stood at 55.2% for the month.
Asiana Airlines places order for six A380s
Sat, Jan 08, 2011
Asiana Airlines of South Korea has become a new customer for the A380 following the signature of a firm order for six aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2014 and the airline plans to operate the aircraft with a premium layout on key routes to Europe and the US. The carrier will make an engine selection for its A380 fleet in the near future.
easyJet expands fleet with 15 additional Airbus A320 aircraft
Sat, Jan 08, 2011
European based easyJet has signed a contract to buy a further 15 A320 aircraft and to convert an existing order for 20 Airbus A319s into the larger A320 model. The agreement is part of an order book which now totals 242 Airbus A320 Family aircraft, making easyJet one of the world’s largest customers for this type.
