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General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, First Sea Lord of the Royal Navy, visited the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier as it operated in the North Sea, complete with a backseat ride in an F/A-18F Super Hornet. In his first visit to a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier since being appointed as First Sea Lord, the professional head of the Royal Navy, General Sir Gwyn Jenkins toured the world’s largest warship as it sailed in the North Sea following a high profile visit to Oslo. The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is leading Carrier Strike Group 12 (CSG-12) on a deployment to the…
Luxcargo Handling, a subsidiary of Cargolux Airlines, has contracted IBS Software to modernize its ground handling operations with a new digital platform. The company, which manages cargo flows at Luxembourg Airport (LUX) with an annual capacity of up to 1.2 million tonnes, will adopt IBS Software’s iCargo cargo terminal operations system, according to a release […] source
It’s probably not something people often think about, but even airport lounges can be shut down by local health authorities. Here’s the latest example of that… United Club PHL forced to cease operations temporarily OMAAT reader Alex was passing through Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) this afternoon, and while on the people mover, he noticed that the United Club was dark. He then also noticed a bright yellow and white sign from the Department of Health. The sign directed the location to cease operations, for being in violation of the local codes. Interestingly, the closure is as of today, September 29,…
Lufthansa has announced plans to expand to more secondary US cities as a “strategic growth pathway” to achieving its ambitious profit targets by the end of the decade. The German flag carrier currently has nonstop flights to 19 US destinations from its hubs at Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport. While the majority are to major US hubs, the carrier has launched routes to four secondary cities in recent years. The news came as part of Lufthansa’s Capital Markets Day presentation in Munich earlier today, during which the Group presented its strategic planning and published new medium-term financial targets. The major…
The aviation industry must overcome several hurdles to reach net zero by 2050, including its biggest challenge: lagging sustainable aviation fuel technology. IATA and consulting firm Worley published a study on Sept. 23 showing that sufficient sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock exists to enable aviation to achieve the goal set by IATA and widely adopted […] source
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When it comes to modern widebody aircraft, engines are the true workhorses that determine efficiency, reliability, and long‑term success. Two of Rolls‑Royce’s most important powerplants of the past two decades, the Rolls Royce Trent 1000 and the Trent XWB , illustrate how lessons learned from one program can shape the triumph of another. In this guide, we’ll explore the striking differences between these two engines, from their design philosophies and operational histories to their performance, reliability, and future outlook. Stock Code RR Business Type Engine Maker Date Founded March 15, 1906 CEO Tufan Erginbilgic Headquarters Location London, United Kingdom Key…
Andres Bianchi, chief executive of LATAM Cargo, will join Cargo Facts Symposium 2025 for the panel discussion “State of the Market & Outlook” on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 9:15 a.m. (GMT -5). The 31st annual Cargo Facts Symposium will take place Oct. 22-24 at the Grand Hyatt in Nashville, Tenn., where air cargo executives and market influencers in the industry will gather to assess the latest trends and developments in the freighter sector, while sharing their insights to project the market’s growth trajectory. View the full event agenda. Bianchi became CEO of LATAM Cargo in 2017. He has more than…
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The number of A330-200P2F conversions with Latin American carriers has expanded to five spread across three operators. Mexico City-based Awesome Cargo most recently brought the 2011-vintage, CF6-powered unit 1218 (ex-Alitalia) back to Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) on Sept. 25, after the aircraft completed paint at the Mexicana MRO facility in Mexico City International Airport […] source