Aviation news
Here are some recent aviation news stories:
1. Boeing 737 MAX Returns to Service
After a 20-month grounding, the Boeing 737 MAX has finally returned to service. The first commercial flight took off from Miami to New York on December 29, 2020. The aircraft was cleared to fly again after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved a software update to prevent the plane from going into a nosedive.
2. Airbus A350 XWB Enters Service with LATAM
LATAM Airlines has become the first airline to operate the Airbus A350 XWB (Xtra Wide Body) aircraft. The airline took delivery of its first A350-900 in November 2020 and has since introduced the aircraft on several routes, including Santiago to Madrid and Santiago to Frankfurt.
3. Emirates to Launch A380 Service to Athens
Emirates has announced plans to launch a daily Airbus A380 service from Dubai to Athens, Greece, starting in March 2021. The airline will operate the A380 on the route, offering passengers a unique flying experience with its spacious cabins and amenities.
4. Qantas to Launch Non-Stop Flights from Sydney to London
Qantas has announced plans to launch non-stop flights from Sydney to London, using its new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The flights will operate three times a week, with the first departure scheduled for March 2021.
5. Air New Zealand to Launch Auckland to New York Flights
Air New Zealand has announced plans to launch direct flights from Auckland to New York, using its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. The flights will operate three times a week, with the first departure scheduled for October 2021.
6. Delta to Launch Non-Stop Flights from Atlanta to Amsterdam
Delta Air Lines has announced plans to launch non-stop flights from Atlanta to Amsterdam, using its Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The flights will operate daily, with the first departure scheduled for May 2021.
7. Singapore Airlines to Launch Non-Stop Flights from Singapore to Seattle
Singapore Airlines has announced plans to launch non-stop flights from Singapore to Seattle, using its Airbus A350-900ULR (Ultra-Long-Range) aircraft. The flights will operate three times a week, with the first departure scheduled for October 2021.
8. United to Launch Non-Stop Flights from San Francisco to Singapore
United Airlines has announced plans to launch non-stop flights from San Francisco to Singapore, using its Boeing 787-10 aircraft. The flights will operate daily, with the first departure scheduled for October 2021.
9. Lufthansa to Launch Non-Stop Flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town
Lufthansa has announced plans to launch non-stop flights from Frankfurt to Cape Town, using its Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The flights will operate twice a week, with the first departure scheduled for November 2021.
10. China Eastern to Launch Non-Stop Flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles
China Eastern Airlines has announced plans to launch non-stop flights from Shanghai to Los Angeles, using its Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The flights will operate daily, with the first departure scheduled for March 2021.
These are just a few of the latest aviation news stories. If you're interested in staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the aviation industry, I recommend following reputable sources such as Aviation Week, FlightGlobal, and Air Transport World.