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Azul Linhas Aéreas has taken a major step toward emerging from bankruptcy after securing new foreign investment and receiving key regulatory approvals. Brazil’s antitrust authority, CADE, ha ...
Buddha Air’s ATR 72‑500, registration 9N‑AMF, operating flight U4 901 from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, suffered a runway excursion while landing at Bhadrapur Airport (BDP/VNCG) on January 2, 202 ...
Hawaiian Airlines will formally join the oneworld alliance on April 22, 2026, becoming the alliance’s 16th full member and marking a major expansion of oneworld’s Pacific presence. The joini ...
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has formally revived its long‑delayed fleet‑modernization program after granting policy‑level approval to acquire 14 new Boeing aircraft, a decision confirmed by sp ...
Capital A’s long‑running restructuring—intended to consolidate its aviation businesses, streamline the AirAsia Group structure, and ultimately lift the company out of PN17 status—has been de ...

Frontier Airlines is ending its service at Seattle Paine Field International Airport in early January, just seven months after launching flights from the Everett airport. The carrier began o ...
Alaska Airlines is strengthening its Portland hub with four new routes launching in 2026, each paired with aircraft specifically matched to the market. Three of the additions—Portland to Bel ...
New airport for North Texas: McKinney National Airport (TKI) in north Texas has secured its first-ever commercial airline partner, marking a turning point in its transformation from a genera ...
Austrian Airlines has moved quickly to secure replacement lift for its regional network after terminating its ATR 72 wet‑lease agreement with BRA Braathens Regional Airlines (Sweden). The AT ...
Arkia Airlines has formally urged Israel’s Minister of Transportation to block Wizz Air’s plan to establish a Tel Aviv operating base, warning that the move would severely distort competitio ...

Air Transat has successfully avoided a strike after reaching a tentative agreement with its pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA). The deal was announced just before ...
WestJet on December 10, 2025 announced a reciprocal codeshare partnership with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), offering guests on both sides of the Atlantic enhanced access to a broader network ...
Air Antilles has been forced to suspend all operations after the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) withdrew its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) on December 8, 2025. The suspension follow ...
End coming? Air Albania has been facing serious operational disruptions since December 6, 2025, when all scheduled flights were suspended. Passengers reported sudden cancellations and a lack ...
On the evening of December 7, 2024, Utair was operating a scheduled flight from Surgut to Samara with a Boeing 737‑500 (VQ‑BUO). During the approach to Kurumoch Airport in Samara, the aircra ...

"Footnotes of Airline Histories" Part 1 (A - I) - Interesting events and stories

Airberlin's 2015 Merry Christmas logo jet: The pictured Airberlin Airbus A320‑214 D‑ABNM received its “Flying Home for Christmas” special livery in late 2015, created in partnership with Lin ...
American Airlines’ pictured Boeing 757‑223 N679AN received its retro “Jet Flagship” livery in January 1999 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of AA’s 1959 Boeing 707 transcontinental inaugu ...
"St. Aidan". Short life with Aer Lingus: Aer Lingus operated two Boeing 767-300 ER aircraft— the pictured EI-CAL and EI-CAM—between 1991 and 1994. Both were 767-3Y0 ER variants leased from G ...
Air France operated a fleet of 24 Boeing 747‑400 aircraft between 1991 and 2016, comprising both passenger and freighter variants. The first aircraft, F‑GITA, was delivered on May 24, 1991, ...
Alitalia operated a fleet of 19 Boeing 747-200 series aircraft between 1971 and 2004, comprising passenger, combi, and freighter variants. The backbone of the fleet was the 747-243B, with 13 ...

Airberlin's 2015 Merry Christmas logo jet: The pictured Airberlin Airbus A320‑214 D‑ABNM received its “Flying Home for Christmas” special livery in late 2015, created in partnership with Lin ...
American Airlines’ pictured Boeing 757‑223 N679AN received its retro “Jet Flagship” livery in January 1999 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of AA’s 1959 Boeing 707 transcontinental inaugu ...
"St. Aidan". Short life with Aer Lingus: Aer Lingus operated two Boeing 767-300 ER aircraft— the pictured EI-CAL and EI-CAM—between 1991 and 1994. Both were 767-3Y0 ER variants leased from G ...
Air France operated a fleet of 24 Boeing 747‑400 aircraft between 1991 and 2016, comprising both passenger and freighter variants. The first aircraft, F‑GITA, was delivered on May 24, 1991, ...
Alitalia operated a fleet of 19 Boeing 747-200 series aircraft between 1971 and 2004, comprising passenger, combi, and freighter variants. The backbone of the fleet was the 747-243B, with 13 ...

"Footnotes of Airline Histories" Part 2 (J - Z) - Interesting events and stories

Korean Air introduced the Boeing 747‑400 into its fleet in 1989, marking a turning point in its long‑haul expansion. The first aircraft, HL7477 (MSN 24198/729), rolled out on September 1, 19 ...
Lufthansa operated a total of 31 Boeing 747-400 aircraft, comprising 24 standard passenger 747-430s and 7 combi 747-430Ms. These aircraft bore Boeing’s customer code “30,” and were delivered ...
"Sky Cruiser" - Japan Airlines-JAL introduced the pictured Boeing 747‑400 into its fleet at the start of 1990, marking a new era in its long-haul operations. The first aircraft, JA8071, was ...
"The world is just a click away!" - KLM Royal Dutch Airlines operated a fleet of 22 Boeing 747-400 aircraft, comprising standard passenger models (747-406), combi variants (747-406M), and ex ...
Northwest Airlines was the launch customer for the Boeing 747‑400, taking delivery of its first aircraft, the pictured N663US, on January 26, 1989. This aircraft, a 747‑451 variant built at ...

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"Pipaton". On January 21, 1972, the pictured Vickers Viscount 837, registration HK‑1347, operated by Líneas Aéreas La Urraca, departed Bogotá–El Dorado International Airport on a scheduled s ...
Air Inter flight IT148 was nearing the end of its short evening service from Lyon to Strasbourg on January 20, 1992 when the pictured Airbus A320‑111, F‑GGED, began a non‑precision VOR/DME a ...
On January 20, 1977, the pictured Martin 404, registration CP‑1317, operated by CAMBA – Comercializadora Aérea Mixta Boliviana, was conducting a cargo flight to El Perú Airport in the Beni r ...
Pacific Western Airlines flight PW3801 was a scheduled international cargo service operating from Athens to Edmonton, with intermediate stops at Tenerife, Santa Maria, Moncton, and Toronto. ...
Ariana Afghan Airlines flight FG701 was nearing the end of a long multi‑stop journey from Kabul, operating via Kandahar, Istanbul, and Frankfurt, when it began its final approach to London G ...

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British Airways to make all flights within the UK carbon neutral
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Frontier Airlines adds frequencies to Boston and New York
airBaltic receives its newest Airbus A220-300 aircraft
Air Karachi is set to start operations in 2026
Southwest Airlines unveils a new "Louisiana One" on N8977G
Shankh Air prepares to start scheduled airline operations in India
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JetBlue wins J.D. Power award for best low-cost airline for 10 years in a row

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Thai VietJet has begun a major fleet expansion with the introduction of the Boeing 737‑8200, a high‑density 200‑seat variant of the MAX family tailored to its low‑cost, high‑utilization mode ... December 31, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Thai VietJet has begun a major fleet expansion with the introduction of the Boeing 737‑8200, a high‑density 200‑seat variant of the MAX family tailored to its low‑cost, high‑utilization model. The airline is receiving 50 aircraft as part of the VietJet Group’s broader 200‑aircraft MAX order, positioning the 737‑8200 as the future backbone of […]
Kalitta Air’s operation of the pictured Boeing 777‑300ERSF N769CK for JAL Cargo is part of a broader cargo‑capacity partnership that Japan Airlines expanded in 2025. According to JAL’s offic ... December 24, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Kalitta Air’s operation of the pictured Boeing 777‑300ERSF N769CK for JAL Cargo is part of a broader cargo‑capacity partnership that Japan Airlines expanded in 2025. According to JAL’s official press release, the airline and Kalitta Air launched a new cargo codeshare on the Narita–Chicago (NRT–ORD) route beginning May 10, 2025, using Kalitta‑operated freighters. […]
Sum Air is positioning itself as South Korea’s first airline dedicated specifically to underserved and remote regions, with a mission centered on improving air access to islands and smaller ... December 20, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Sum Air is positioning itself as South Korea’s first airline dedicated specifically to underserved and remote regions, with a mission centered on improving air access to islands and smaller inland cities. The carrier has ordered eight ATR 72‑600s, becoming the first operator of the ATR family in Korea. Its first ATR 72‑600 will […]
First A350-1000 for Air India: Air India has ordered 20 Airbus A350‑1000s as part of its landmark 470‑aircraft fleet renewal program, the largest aircraft purchase ever placed by an Indian c ... December 20, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)First A350-1000 for Air India: Air India has ordered 20 Airbus A350‑1000s as part of its landmark 470‑aircraft fleet renewal program, the largest aircraft purchase ever placed by an Indian carrier. The A350‑1000 will become the airline’s new long‑haul flagship, replacing older 777-300s and enabling nonstop expansion to the U.S. West Coast, Canada, […]
SunExpress introduced this striking new special livery on Boeing 737-8 MAX 8 TC‑SOI in December 2025, branded as the “VfB Express” and carrying the bold slogan “Stuttgart kommt”, which trans ... December 20, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)SunExpress introduced this striking new special livery on Boeing 737-8 MAX 8 TC‑SOI in December 2025, branded as the “VfB Express” and carrying the bold slogan “Stuttgart kommt”, which translates to “Stuttgart is coming” in English. The aircraft made its public debut at Stuttgart Airport on December 15, 2025 where it was welcomed […]
Thai Airways International Airbus A321-251NX WL D-AZWJ (HS-TOA) (msn 12846) (First A321neo) XFW (Gerd Beilfuss). Image: 967383. December 15, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Thai Airways International Airbus A321-251NX WL D-AZWJ (HS-TOA) (msn 12846) (First A321neo) XFW (Gerd Beilfuss). Image: 967383.
The pictured Boeing 777‑300 ER freighter registered as 9H‑JJB is a newly converted freighter that entered service in December 2025. The aircraft is owned and operated by Air Atlanta Europe ( ... December 15, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)The pictured Boeing 777‑300 ER freighter registered as 9H‑JJB is a newly converted freighter that entered service in December 2025. The aircraft is owned and operated by Air Atlanta Europe (Malta), which holds the Air Operator Certificate and provides the crew, maintenance, and insurance. However, it carries the Fly Meta branding on its […]
The pictured “Turkish Airlines Holidays” special marking was introduced on the pictured Airbus A330‑303 in November 2025 as part of a promotional campaign. Positioned on the rear fuselage, t ... December 8, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)The pictured “Turkish Airlines Holidays” special marking was introduced on the pictured Airbus A330‑303 in November 2025 as part of a promotional campaign. Positioned on the rear fuselage, the marking highlights the airline’s leisure travel brand, which bundles flights, hotels, and vacation packages under the “Turkish Airlines Holidays” identity. This initiative reflects Turkish […]
Air Canada on November 27, 2025 proudly unveiled this special livery honoring Canadian Olympians and Paralympians competing in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Th ... December 3, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Air Canada on November 27, 2025 proudly unveiled this special livery honoring Canadian Olympians and Paralympians competing in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This bold design on the pictured C-GEGC, an Airbus A330-300, features images of Team Air Canada Athlete Ambassadors and embodies the strength, dedication and national pride […]
Vueling’s pictured Airbus A320 EC‑MQE carries the special “Dream. Play. Fly.” livery, designed to celebrate the airline’s partnership with FC Barcelona’s women’s team. The aircraft was unvei ... November 24, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Vueling’s pictured Airbus A320 EC‑MQE carries the special “Dream. Play. Fly.” livery, designed to celebrate the airline’s partnership with FC Barcelona’s women’s team. The aircraft was unveiled in November 2025 as part of a campaign to promote visibility for women’s soccer and highlight values of equality and inspiration. The livery features the slogan […]
American Airlines introduced this new Flagship retro-inspired livery on the pictured Boeing 777‑323 ER N735AT on October 15, 2025, with the aircraft entering service in November 2025. The un ... November 23, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)American Airlines introduced this new Flagship retro-inspired livery on the pictured Boeing 777‑323 ER N735AT on October 15, 2025, with the aircraft entering service in November 2025. The unveiling took place at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the airline’s largest hub, where the aircraft was officially named “Flagship DFW.” This special paint scheme was […]
German Airways introduced this special Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) livery on the pictured Embraer E190, registration D-AMWO, in late 2025. The design was unveiled at Cologne Bon ... November 22, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)German Airways introduced this special Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) livery on the pictured Embraer E190, registration D-AMWO, in late 2025. The design was unveiled at Cologne Bonn Airport just ahead of the Hockenheimring season finale, highlighting the airline’s partnership with Germany’s premier touring car championship. The livery features bold motorsport-inspired graphics, including the […]
U.S. airlines faced widespread disruption after the FAA issued emergency restrictions prohibiting overflight of Venezuelan airspace due to military activity in the region. The closure affect ... November 17, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)U.S. airlines faced widespread disruption after the FAA issued emergency restrictions prohibiting overflight of Venezuelan airspace due to military activity in the region. The closure affects major north–south traffic flows across the Caribbean, forcing carriers to cancel or reroute flights that normally pass near the Venezuelan FIR. JetBlue experienced the largest operational impact, […]
Air Canada unveiled this special “Zootopia 2” promotional livery on the pictured Airbus A220-300 C-FHMO on November 6, 2025, to celebrate the upcoming release of Disney’s Zootopia 2, which p ... November 17, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Air Canada unveiled this special “Zootopia 2” promotional livery on the pictured Airbus A220-300 C-FHMO on November 6, 2025, to celebrate the upcoming release of Disney’s Zootopia 2, which premieres in theaters on November 26, 2025. This vibrant livery marks Air Canada’s third Disney-themed aircraft, following earlier designs for Turning Red (2022) and […]
Southwest Airlines unveiled this updated “Colorado One” special livery on the pictured Boeing 737-800 aircraft registered as N8690A on October 26, 2025. This aircraft replaces the original C ... November 14, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Southwest Airlines unveiled this updated “Colorado One” special livery on the pictured Boeing 737-800 aircraft registered as N8690A on October 26, 2025. This aircraft replaces the original Colorado One, N230WN, a 737-700 that had carried the state-themed design since 2012 and was notable for being the 5,000th Boeing 737 ever built. To preserve […]
Air India’s first directly ordered Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, the pictured VT-AWA, represents a major milestone in the airline’s fleet renewal strategy. Powered by General Electric GEnx-1B eng ... November 8, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Air India’s first directly ordered Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, the pictured VT-AWA, represents a major milestone in the airline’s fleet renewal strategy. Powered by General Electric GEnx-1B engines, VT-AWA is the first of 20 787-9s ordered in 2023 as part of Air India’s historic 470-aircraft fleet renewal order. The aircraft completed its first test […]
Condor has unveiled this bold new livery on the pictured Airbus A320-214 registered as D-ASGE, celebrating its partnership with Eintracht Frankfurt, one of Germany’s most prominent football ... November 3, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Condor has unveiled this bold new livery on the pictured Airbus A320-214 registered as D-ASGE, celebrating its partnership with Eintracht Frankfurt, one of Germany’s most prominent football clubs. The aircraft features a striking black-and-white vertical stripe pattern across the fuselage, directly inspired by the club’s home uniform. This marks Condor’s first sports-themed aircraft […]
EgyptAir Boeing 737-866 SU-GCZ debuted this special “Grand Egyptian Museum” livery on November 1, 2025, to commemorate the official opening of the museum in Giza. The aircraft features the s ... November 2, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)EgyptAir Boeing 737-866 SU-GCZ debuted this special “Grand Egyptian Museum” livery on November 1, 2025, to commemorate the official opening of the museum in Giza. The aircraft features the special title “The Grand Gate of History.” The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the Giza pyramids, officially opened to the public on November […]
Emirates has introduced this special commemorative livery on the pictured Airbus A380-861 aircraft, A6-EUE, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Emirates Skywards, the airline’s frequent fly ... November 1, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Emirates has introduced this special commemorative livery on the pictured Airbus A380-861 aircraft, A6-EUE, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Emirates Skywards, the airline’s frequent flyer program. The aircraft was officially unveiled with the new design on October 24, 2025, marking a milestone for the loyalty program that began in 2000. The livery […]
Swiss took delivery of its first Airbus A350‑941, the pictured HB‑IFA and named "Lausanne", on October 9, 2025. The aircraft was ferried from Toulouse to Zurich, where it received a water‑ca ... October 25, 2025
Bruce Drum (AirlinersGallery.com)Swiss took delivery of its first Airbus A350‑941, the pictured HB‑IFA and named "Lausanne", on October 9, 2025. The aircraft was ferried from Toulouse to Zurich, where it received a water‑cannon salute on arrival. A few days later, on October 14, 2025, the airline officially presented the aircraft at Zurich Airport in a […]