Aviation Weekly News Roundup – 17 Мay 2024

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup:

> Biden signs sweeping aviation safety, reform bill into law President Joe Biden on Thursday signed sweeping aviation legislation that will boost U.S. air traffic controller staffing, increase funding to avert runway close-call incidents and speed up refunds for cancelled flights. Read more

> Boeing’s jets turn 70: A timeline of highs, lows and turbulence Boeing, founded in 1916, has experienced good times and bad during its more than 100 years in the air. Read more

> New route to Varna from London Gatwick Ultra-low-cost airline Wizz Air is launching. New route from London Gatwick (LGW/EGKK) to Varna, Bulgaria from 18th June. Read more

> United Airlines can add routes again as FAA lifts restrictions United Airlines Holdings Inc. can again add new planes and routes after the Federal Aviation Administration eased restrictions, a sign of progress after a series of safety issues led to a clampdown on the carrier’s operations. Read more

> Is the hydrogen aviation industry dead? Not on Germany’s watch The BMDV is dedicated to advancing hydrogen fuel cell tech. Read more

> Fake ‘bomb’ note sparks panic on board Vadodara-bound flight The officer said the Central Industrial Security Force and the Delhi Police were informed and passengers were asked to deboard the flight. Read more

> Air Vanuatu goes into liquidation, thousands of passengers stranded Consultants overseeing the process say they hope to get the airline’s four planes back in the skies as soon as possible. Read more

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> Meet our client: Aruba Airlines has joined us as a Privileged Training Partner and member of our Enrol Now – Pay Later program We are delighted to welcome Aruba Airlines as the newest member of our Privileged Training Partner (PTP) program. Read more