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Worldwide Flight Services, a SATS company, will introduce Cind’s ContourCheck cargo modeling software at major air cargo stations in Europe in early 2026. ContourSpect uses 3D cameras positioned around the unit load device (ULD) buildup area and fixed screens provide the cargo operator with real-time updates, providing one fixed picture from each corner and one […] source

On October 3, 2025, the High Court of Justice ruled against Alaska Airlines in its appeal over trademark royalties owed to the Virgin Group. The Seattle-based airline had sought to overturn an earlier decision requiring it to pay $160 million in royalties. The court reaffirmed that Alaska Airlines must pay the Virgin Group for the rights to use the Virgin name and branding, even though the airline has not used those rights since acquiring Virgin America between 2016 and 2018. In the October 3 ruling, the court document stated that “the effect of my conclusions is that Virgin is entitled…

Tom Sanderson, senior director of vertical capability at Boeing, will join Cargo Facts Symposium 2025 for the panel discussion “Type Talk A330: The A330 and the future of medium-widebody freighters” on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 14:10 (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. Sanderson assumed his current role in…

World Star Aviation has purchased two 737-800BCFs from Aergo Capital as part of the expansion of its narrowbody freighter portfolio. The aircraft (29786 and 29788) came off lease from Slovakia-based AirExplore but will fly with another European carrier after a new lease deal has been signed, World Star told Cargo Facts. The 2001-vintage unit 29788 […] source

When it comes to long-haul travel, the gap between economy and business class can seem vast, both in terms of comfort and cost. That’s where premium economy comes in, as a “middle ground” cabin that promises more space, better recline, upgraded amenities, and enhanced service without the steep price of business class. In the US, all three major legacy carriers, Delta, United, and American, offer their own versions of premium economy, each with slightly different features and passenger experiences. For travelers seeking comfort, it’s not just the seat pitch or recline that matters, but the combination of ergonomics, service, and…

Caixabank will soon receive the fifth and final A330-300P2F conversion that it will deliver to DHL as part of a finance lease deal. The 2010-vintage aircraft (1157, ex-TransAsia Airways) is at an advanced stage of the conversion process and Caixabank hopes it will be ready before the end of the year, the Spanish bank told […] source

Fedex Express is the world’s largest cargo airline by fleet size, operating almost 400 of its own aircraft. The carrier provides air cargo services to more than 375 destinations across the world, spanning six continents. Pilots make up a significant portion of the workforce of FedEx Express, with more than 5,800 currently employed. The airline’s pilot community is unionized under the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), which negotiates contracts covering pay, benefits, and work rules, but how much do they actually earn? In this article, we will take a look at the kind of salaries that pilots can expect to…

In this story, we will be reviewing some of the rarest flight plans in the world flown by the global fleet of Boeing 737 MAX jets. Interestingly, the rare flights in this selection are all flown by either Smartwings Poland (3Z) or TUIfly Nordic (6B). This sampling includes a range of destinations across the European continent, with each location sharing one thing in common: each is scheduled only once this year. Data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company, confirms that in 2025, each of the itineraries on the list below is only scheduled for a single occasion of service this…

When the Airbus A380 was unveiled in 2007, it represented a leap of ambition unmatched in modern aviation. The ‘super’ aircraft, with two full passenger decks and capacity for over 500 travelers in typical configurations, was designed to revolutionize long-haul air travel. Airbus, and a large portion of the aviation industry, envisioned a world where large aircraft would ferry passengers between global megahubs, efficiently connecting cities like London, Dubai, Singapore, and New York. The A380 symbolized both technological prowess and European industrial pride, boasting quiet engines, advanced aerodynamics, and spacious cabins that redefined passenger comfort. It was an engineering masterpiece…

In a world where airlines are trying to be as efficient and economical as possible, carriers prefer to operate a fleet of new and modern aircraft, giving them the operational advantages newer jets have to offer, but also bragging rights about maintaining a young average fleet age. A possible exception to this could be the US-based carrier, Delta Air Lines, and its continual operation of the Boeing 717s. It’s common to see carriers in the US operate older jets such as the Boeing 757s and 767s. However, when it comes to the 717s, it is just Delta and Hawaiian Airlines…