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China looking to divert flights from Shanghai as Covid surges

Bloomberg | March 11, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Russian official deepens $10 billion puzzle over leased jets

Bloomberg | March 11, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Off-the-cuff remarks made by a Russian air-safety official, quickly disavowed by the nation’s industry watchdog, have added to the uncertainty over the fate of some $10 billion in foreign-owned aircraft being held in the country.

American Airlines Cargo to join WebCargo’s booking platform, reaching thousands of freight forwarders

Air Freight News | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

North American carrier extends its digital presence, providing forwarders with real-time pricing, capacity, and eBookings

SmartLynx Airlines to introduce first Airbus A330-300 freighters to its fleet 

Air Freight News | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Freighters

In a move to bolster its position as a leading air cargo carrier, SmartLynx Airlines has signed an agreement with Air Transport Services Group to be one of the first customers to take delivery of 6 Airbus A330-300 P2F converted cargo freighters under the terms of a six-year lease.

DHL Express places new order for six additional 777 freighters

The purchase takes DHL Express' order book total to 28 777 Freighters since it placed its first direct order in 2018 for today's largest and most capable twin-engine freighter.

Amerijet International Airlines B757 fleet expansion

AJOT | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Amerijet International Airlines announced that it has introduced six B757 freighters to its fleet. The addition comes as part of a comprehensive expansion and modernization strategy launched by the company in 2020. The B757-200(PCF) freighters will offer Amerijet customers versatility, range, and payload capability ideally suited for destinations throughout its Caribbean, Mexico, Central American and European network. These additional aircraft will bring the fleet operated by Amerijet to 20 freighters, including six B767-200F and eight B767-300F models.

Airlines begin to cut flying as they grapple with fuel costs

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines | Energy

U.S. airlines have begun paring flight plans due to soaring fuel prices, underscoring the speed at which Russia’s attack on Ukraine has upended the industry and jeopardized a hoped-for rebound this year.

Frontier deal may drive up air ticket prices, Democrats warn

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Aeroterm to develop a 140,000–170,000 SF multi-tenant cargo facility at Pittsburgh International Airport

AJOT | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airports

Boston’s Logan Airport sees lingering lull in business travel

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airports | Logistics

US to extend mask rule for plane, train travel another month

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airports

United Air will allow 2,200 unvaccinated workers on leave to resume their jobs

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Airlines warn aviation fuel scarcity to disrupt Nigerian flights

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

An Airbus jet flew to Russia as Ukraine war got underway

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airports | International Trade

Cathay staff spent equivalent of 200 years in quarantine in 2021

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

It’s a bad time to find new Federal Aviation Administration boss

Bloomberg | March 10, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airports

Satco, Inc. opens $10 million air cargo safety research center in Ohio

AJOT | March 09, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airports

American Airlines names Scott Laurence Senior VP of Partnership Strategy

American Airlines Group Inc. announced the appointment of Scott Laurence to the role of Senior Vice President of Partnership Strategy. Laurence will begin his new role later this month and report to Vasu Raja, American’s Chief Commercial Officer.

Urban airport to show off full size mock-up of the flying taxi hub

Bloomberg | March 08, 2022 | Air Cargo

U.K. aviation startup Urban-Air Port will exhibit the flying-taxi hub it aims to replicate across the world next month, complete with cargo-drone flights, a retractable launchpad and functioning shops and eateries.

ANA Holdings unveils AirJapan

AJOT | March 08, 2022 | Air Cargo | Airlines

“AirJapan” will be an entirely new brand for medium-haul international routes, aiming to provide a thoughtful and caring passenger experience with a newly created service concept.

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