Aviation Archives — City Business News

May 29, 2023 No Responses

China’s First Passenger Plane Completes Inaugural Commercial Flight

China’s self-developed large passenger aircraft, C919, completed its inaugural commercial flight from Shanghai to Beijing on Sunday, creating a milestone in China’s aviation industry, which aims to compete with global players such as Boeing. Developed by Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China...

May 27, 2023 No Responses

British Airways Cancels More Flights

British Airways on Friday cancelled more than 175 flights as the fallout from an IT failure entered its second day. BBC reports that most of the cancellations are for European and domestic flights, but there have also been delays to...

May 26, 2023 No Responses

2023 Hajj: Air Peace Begins Airlift Of Nigerian Pilgrims

Air Peace has commenced the airlift of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2023 Hajj, a statement issued by the airline has revealed. The statement made available to City Business News on Friday explained that the airline will be airlifting the pilgrims...

May 26, 2023 No Responses

British Airways Cancels 43 Flights

British Airways (BA) has apologised for cancelling dozens of flights at London Heathrow on Thursday over IT issues. The airline said it is fixing “technical problems” causing difficulties with online check-in, delaying flights. Forty-three flights,...

May 26, 2023 No Responses

Qatar Airways Cargo Secures Pharmaceutical Transportation Deal

In a world marked by rapid change and an unprecedented demand for the safe and efficient transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, Qatar Airways Cargo and Envirotainer are proud to strengthen their strategic ties to deliver an unparalleled custo...

May 23, 2023 No Responses

KABIR MOHAMMED TAKES OVER AS FAAN MD

Kabir Yusuf Mohammed has resumed as the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria. A statement sent to City Business News on Tuesday explained that this follows his appointment by the Federal Government after the expiration...

May 15, 2023 No Responses

Dana Air Celebrates Hilda Baci, Mum With Free Tickets

Dana Air has announced its support for the Guinness World Record-breaking Chef, Hilda Baci, with one year of free tickets for all her domestic travels. Hilda surpassed the current world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual. The...

May 9, 2023 No Responses

FAAN TO HOLD SECOND EDITION OF NATIONAL AVIATION CONFERENCE

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is set to play host to all stakeholders and investors, at the second edition of the FAAN National Aviation Conference (FNAC2) The theme of this edition, which will be holding at the...

May 4, 2023 No Responses

Qatar Airways Cargo Partners RwandAir, Unveils Kigali Africa Hub

At 13:00 Central Africa Time on Wednesday, Qatar Airways Cargo’s Boeing 777 landed at Kigali International Airport. In the company of local dignitaries, freight forwarders, partners, and customers, Qatar Airways Cargo’s Chief Officer, Guillaume Halle...

May 2, 2023 No Responses

Qantas Appoints First Female CEO

Qantas, Australia’s flagship airline has announced its Chief Financial Officer, Vanessa Hudson will replace current Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Alan Joyce. She will become Qantas’ first female boss when she takes over in November. The airline has...

May 2, 2023 No Responses

The Journey To Sustainable Aviation

By Tom Fadden — The aviation sector has pledged, like most, to reach Net Zero by 2050. From the International Air Transport Association (IATA) commitment to ‘Fly Net Zero’ to the declaration from the International Aviation Climate Amb...

May 1, 2023 No Responses

ETIHAD CARGO EXPANDS CHINESE NETWORK

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has added a fourth gateway destination to its Chinese network with the introduction of weekly flights to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport in the Hubei province of China. A sta...

May 1, 2023 No Responses

Dana Air decorates new Captains, Reiterates Safety Standards

Dana Air has elevated two members of its flight crew to the rank of captain, while urging them to sustain its safety standards.Speaking during the decoration of senior first officer Jonathan Okoli and Tosin Ayeni as Captains, Dana Air’s Chief...

April 25, 2023 No Responses

Qatar Airways Cargo Relaunches Next-Generation Pharma Product

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the relaunch of its Pharma product in line with its Next Generation and VISION 2027 strategy. A statement issued at the weekend explained that the relaunch includes several enhancements that benefit its customers and streamlin...