Aviation Weekly News Roundup – 30 August 2024

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

> Malaysia Airlines’ AOC validity cut from three years to one

The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has reduced the duration of Malaysia Airlines’ air operator certificate (AOC) from three years to one, according to transport minister Anthony Loke.The government of Zanzibar plans to buy an aircraft while prioritising airport infrastructure improvements, according to Khalid Mohamed Salum, minister of transport of the semi-autonomous region in Tanzania.?Read more

> United Airlines passenger hospitalized after flight hits severe turbulence

One passenger was hospitalized after a United Airlines flight encountered severe turbulence and diverted to Memphis on Wednesday.? Read more

>?The electric-plane future is about to take off

For years, you’ve been able to watch cool-looking electric-plane videos on YouTube, created by some of the 300 companies who are working on them. But Beta Technologies, in Burlington, Vermont, is unique: “I believe we’re the only company flying people,” said Beta’s CEO and founder Kyle Clark. His company’s electric plane can carry six people, and flies 250 miles on one charge. Read more

>?Gogo and Skyservice Developing 5G STCs

Approvals cover a variety of business jet types in both Canada and the U.S. Read more

>?New Australian aviation regulators will oversee airline ticket refunds and noise complaints

White paper’s 56 initiatives includes passenger rights charter which could see cash compensation for cancelled or delayed flights Read more?

> Exploratory talks launched: EU Commission examines state aid guidelines for aviation

The EU Commission wants to revise the state aid guidelines for aviation. Among other things, this concerns the subsidization of certain airports. Read more

> Ryanair urges (again) immediate ATC reform after disruptions at Eindhoven Airport

Ryanair has called for urgent reforms to Europe’s Air Traffic Control (ATC) system following significant disruptions on August 28 due to staff shortages and equipment failures at the Netherlands ATC centre. Read more?

> Aquiline International Joins Sofema Aviation Services’ Elite Group of Over 100 Privileged Training Partners

Sofema Aviation Services proudly welcomes Aquiline International as the latest addition to our prestigious network of over 100 Privileged Training Partners, further strengthening our “Enrol Now, Pay Later” initiative and expanding global opportunities for aviation professionals. Read more?