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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
‘Fantastic news' – Irish airport announces ‘exciting' new route to European city starting next year
AN Irish airport has announced an "exciting" new route to Frankfurt. Discover Airlines, a Lufthansa Group subsidiary, is set to introduce a direct, twice-weekly service from Shannon Airport to the German city from April 4, 2026. 2 Shannon Airport welcome the new Frankfurt route 2 The first flight will take off on April 4, 2026 The route will operate on Saturdays running from April 4 to October 24, 2026, and on Thursdays from May 14 to September 24, offering passengers a quick two-hour journey on board an Airbus A320-200. The new Frankfurt route will add more than 16,700 seats to Shannon's summer schedule. CEO of the Shannon "Having direct access to Frankfurt, one of Europe's key airport hubs and a leading financial centre, opens up incredible opportunities for both connectivity and growth. READ MORE IN TRAVEL "It's a win not just for business travel, but also for regional tourism. Germany is a hugely important market for us, and with this new direct route, inbound visitors have an easier path to the beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way and all that the West of Ireland has to offer.' Head of Aviation Development at Shannon Airport, Declan Power said: 'We're proud to announce this new route today - a testament to the strong demand from our passengers flying to and from Shannon Airport. "We've worked closely with our new airline partner, Discover Airlines, to deliver this strategic connection to Frankfurt, one of Europe's premier hubs and we're confident the service will really resonate with both business and leisure travellers alike." As part of the Lufthansa Group, Discover Airlines will connect to the vast Lufthansa Group network through their Frankfurt hub. Most read in News Travel This offers convenient and regular onward connections to destinations across Germany, Europe and beyond to Asia, Africa and the Americas. The service features coordinated flight and rail transfers, and convenient departure times from Shannon to ensure smooth afternoon and evening connections from Frankfurt. I'm an Aer Lingus flight attendant - here's a look at our newest flight direct to US destination from Dublin Meanwhile, Aer Lingus has added a new route to one of the best places in the world to A brand-new direct route from Whether chasing the Aurora Borealis, taking advantage of 24-hour skiing, or just looking for a picturesque winter escape, Tromsø has something for the whole family. Flights will operate twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Sundays, from until March 25 with one-way fares available from €99.99 including taxes, charges and carrier-imposed fees. Chief Customer Officer, Susanne Carberry said: 'Our new direct service from Dublin to Tromsø introduces Norway to the Aer Lingus network for the first time . "This is a fantastic opportunity for our customers in Ireland to discover the natural beauty and unique experiences of Northern Norway this winter. "The new route also offers the people of Tromsø and surrounding areas a convenient connection to Dublin and a chance to explore all that Ireland has to offer.' Route developer at Avinor, Airports of With its unique location within the Northern Lights Belt, Tromsø is an ideal destination for visitors hoping to experience the beauty of the Aurora Borealis. The city's famous Fjellheisen cable car to the summit of Mount Storsteinen offers one of the best ways to see this natural phenomenon, whilst also enjoying panoramic views of the city – including its famous Arctic Cathedral. Just 12km from the airport, Tromsø Alpinpark offers slopes for all skill levels—perfect for snow sports enthusiasts seeking adventure in the Arctic. Adding to the airline's portfolio of 'Coolcation' destinations, Tromsø is the fourth new short haul route added to Aer Lingus' 2025/26 winter schedule. Aer Lingus will also launch new direct flights from Dublin to Turin this winter, as well as direct flights from Cork to Prague and Geneva. And the airline is also having a The Irish airline has slashed prices with up to 20 per cent off some routes. Passengers must travel between August 18 and September 30 to avail of the cheap Catch some sunshine in beautiful Faro, Located in the Algarve region, Faro is known and loved for its unique island beaches, intriguing architecture and buzzing nightlife. Escape to sunny Palma de Mallorca in Spain for a bargain €58.40 from Dublin. The Sun lovers can also catch a flight from Cork to Malaga for just €58.17. Malaga, with over 300 days of sunshine a year, is a great spot for a mix of sun, culture and history. Sun worshippers in the capital can also snap up flights to Tenerife from €82.40 and Lanzarote from just €92.80. For holidaymakers who like a mix of sun and city, flights from Dublin to Barcelona are a steal from €44.60. From tapas bars and seafood taverns to super-trendy molecular gastronomy, there's plenty for foodies to indulge in.
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
New route announced at Shannon Airport as bank holiday surge expected
In an exciting addition to the summer 2026 schedule, Discover Airlines, a Lufthansa Group subsidiary, is set to introduce a direct, twice-weekly service from Shannon Airport to Frankfurt, Germany, starting on April 4. The route will operate on Saturdays running from April 4 to October 24, 2026, and on Thursdays from May 14 to September 24, offering passengers a quick two hour journey on board an Airbus A320-200. The new Frankfurt route will add more than 16,700 seats to Shannon's summer schedule. Welcoming the announcement Mary Considine, CEO, The Shannon Airport Group said: 'This is more fantastic news for Shannon Airport and the Mid-West business community. 'Having direct access to Frankfurt, one of Europe's key airport hubs and a leading financial centre, opens up incredible opportunities for both connectivity and growth. 'It's a win not just for business travel, but also for regional tourism. 'Germany is a hugely important market for us, and with this new direct route, inbound visitors have an easier path to the beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way and all that the West of Ireland has to offer.' As part of the Lufthansa Group, Discover Airlines will connect to the vast Lufthansa Group network through their Frankfurt hub. This offers convenient and regular onward connections to destinations across Germany, Europe and beyond. The news comes as Shannon Airport is anticipating one of their busiest weekends of the year. The airport is preparing for a bustling August Bank Holiday, with almost 60,000 passengers expected to travel through the airport over the period - marking a 10 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024. This continued growth reflects a strong performance for Shannon Airport in 2025, with over 1.04 million passengers recorded in the first half of the year – a seven per cent year-on-year increase. "We're delighted to see such strong demand this August Bank Holiday period,' Ms Considine said. 'The increase in passenger numbers is a clear sign that our investments in connectivity, infrastructure and customer experience are paying off. 'Shannon is thriving, and we're proud to be playing a key role in supporting tourism and business across the region." Passengers travelling over the Bank Holiday period are advised to arrive two hours before short-haul flights and three hours before long-haul departures. It is also strongly advised to pre-book parking via ahead of what will be an exceptionally busy weekend. Shannon Airport has also recently taken home the crown for 'Ireland's Top Airport Brand 2025', retaining its position as the country's top airport brand for the third consecutive year, according to the RED C Brand Reaction Index (BRI) Ireland 2025. The newly released index, which lists the top 176 most emotionally connected brands, shows Shannon Airport placed at number 48, up three places on last year's list, and once again making it the highest-ranking airport brand in the country. 'We are absolutely delighted to be recognised as Ireland's top airport brand for a 3rd year running,' Ms Considine said. 'An excellent customer experience is always our priority here at Shannon Airport, so this comprehensive Red C testing is really important as a measure of how we are connecting with customers and delivering on that every year. 'We're incredibly grateful to our loyal passengers - not just for choosing to fly Shannon, but for recognising what we work so hard to deliver every day: great value, accessibility, convenience and comfort. 'Our fantastic teams across Shannon Airport consistently go the extra mile to make each journey smooth and enjoyable, and this announcement is a true reflection of their passion and dedication. 'A huge thank you to them all.'
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
One more foreign airline in Kolkata-Bangkok section
1 2 3 Kolkata: The city will get a new international airline when Vietjet Thailand flies in from Bangkok on Nov 16. This will be the sixth airline to connect Kolkata with Bangkok and take the total flight count to 36 a week. The Thai subsidiary of Vietnam's low-cost airline Vietjet Air will operate four days a week. While the incoming flight will land in Kolkata before midnight every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, the departing flight will be in the early hours on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Monday. Bookings for the sector will commence on July 17. The airline will deploy its Airbus A320-200, which has 180 seats configured in an all-economy layout. Sources said the scheduled time of arrival for flight VZ770 is 11.20 pm, while the departure time for flight VZ771 is 12.20 am. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata This will be the airline's third flight to India. It currently operates a flight between Mumbai and Bangkok and has also announced a flight between Mumbai and Phuket. "There is a strong demand for flights between Kolkata and Bangkok. The new airline will not only offer more options for travellers, it will also help keep fares in moderation," said Travel Agents' Federation of India national executive committee member Anil Punjabi. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Investire per il futuro? Inizia da qui eToro Click Here Undo "With the visa-free entry for Indian travellers to Thailand available till the end of 2026, additional frequency and availability of seats will boost last-minute travellers, long weekend getaways, and at the same time become more cost-effective," said Travel Agents Association of India national executive committee member Manav Soni. Sources said Vietjet would assess load factors and yield trends in the first few months of operation before deciding to make it a daily flight. At present, there are five airlines that fly between Kolkata and Bangkok: IndiGo Airlines, Thai Airways, Bhutan Airlines, Thai AirAsia, and Lion Air. IndiGo also has a daily flight between Kolkata and Phuket.
Straits Times
04-07-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Regulators warned Air India Express about delay on Airbus engine fix, forging records
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox FILE PHOTO: An Air India Airbus A320-200 aircraft takes off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, India, July 7, 2017. Picture taken July 7, 2017. To match Analysis AIR INDIA-PRIVATISATION/ REUTERS/Amit Dave/File Photo NEW DELHI - India's aviation watchdog reprimanded Air India's budget carrier in March for not timely changing engine parts of an Airbus A320 as directed by European Union's aviation safety agency, and falsifying records to show compliance, a government memo showed. In a statement, Air India Express told Reuters it acknowledged the error to the Indian watchdog and undertook "remedial action and preventive measures". Air India has been under intense scrutiny since the June Boeing Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad which killed all but one of the 242 people onboard. The world's worst aviation disaster in a decade is still being investigated. The engine issue in the Air India Express' Airbus was raised on March 18, months before the crash. But the regulator has this year also warned parent Air India for breaching rules for flying three Airbus planes with overdue checks on escape slides, and in June warned it about "serious violations" of pilot duty timings. Air India Express is a subsidiary of Air India, which is owned by the Tata Group. It has more than 115 aircraft and flies to more than 50 destinations, with 500 daily flights. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency in 2023 issued an airworthiness directive to address a "potential unsafe condition" on CFM International LEAP-1A engines, asking for replacement of some components such as engine seals and rotating parts, saying some manufacturing deficiencies had been found. The agency's directive said "this condition, if not corrected, could lead to failure of affected parts, possibly resulting in high energy debris release, with consequent damage to, and reduced control of, the aeroplane." Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. 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"In order to show that the work has been carried out within the prescribed limits, the AMOS records have apparently been altered/forged," the memo added, referring to the Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering Operating System software used by airlines to manage maintenance and airworthiness. The "mandatory" modification was required on Air India Express' VT-ATD plane, the memo added. That plane typically flies on domestic routes and some international destinations such as Dubai and Muscat, according to the AirNav Radar website. The lapse "indicates that accountable manager has failed to ensure quality control," it added/ Air India Express told Reuters its technical team missed the scheduled implementation date for parts replacement due to the migration of records on its monitoring software, and fixed the problem soon after it was identified. It did not give dates of compliance or directly address DGCA's comment about records being altered, but said that after the March memo it took "necessary administrative actions", which included removing the quality manager from their position and suspending the deputy continuing airworthiness manager. The DGCA and the European safety agency did not respond to Reuters queries. Airbus and CFM International, a joint venture between General Electric and Safran, also did not respond. The lapse was first flagged during a DGCA audit in October 2024 and the plane in question took only a few trips after it was supposed to replace the CFM engine parts, a source with direct knowledge said. "Such issues should be fixed immediately. It's a grave mistake. The risk increases when you are flying over sea or near restricted airpsace," said Vibhuti Singh, a former legal expert at the India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau. The Indian government told parliament in February that authorities warned or fined airlines in 23 instances for safety violations last year. Three of those cases involved Air India Express, and eight Air India. REUTERS
Business Upturn
30-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Air Cairo Sets New Benchmark for African Airlines: Enhances In-Flight Medical Safety with MedAire Partnership
Cairo, Egypt, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Air Cairo, one of Egypt's leading airlines, has partnered strategically with MedAire, the global leader in aviation medical and security support, to enhance its in-flight medical capabilities and operational efficiencies. This partnership aligns with the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation's vision to modernise and elevate safety and healthcare standards across the air transport sector. The agreement was formally signed by Captain Ahmed Shanan, Chairman and CEO of Air Cairo, and Reely Rajan, Director of Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia at MedAire, in the presence of Captain Amr El-Sharkawy, Chairman of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority. This collaboration underscores Air Cairo's commitment to adopting global best practices in aviation health and safety, ensuring the highest standards of passenger care. Under this strategic partnership, Air Cairo will implement MedAire's industry-leading MedLink service, providing flight crews with 24/7 real-time access to emergency physicians specialised in aviation medicine. Air Cairo crews will also benefit from offline access to MedAire's industry-first In-Flight App, designed to support medical decision-making without connectivity. These advanced medical services will be deployed fleet-wide across Air Cairo's Airbus A320-200, A320neo, E190 and ATR 72-600 aircraft, supporting key regional routes into the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Captain Ahmed Shanan, Chairman and CEO of Air Cairo, commented: 'This partnership is a cornerstone of Air Cairo's integrated strategy to enhance aviation safety, reduce operational disruptions, and ensure our crews are fully prepared to manage medical events onboard. Our passengers' safety and comfort remain our highest priority, and MedAire's proven expertise will help us deliver on this commitment.' Air Cairo selected MedAire specifically for its extensive experience in managing complex in-flight medical scenarios and its robust Passenger Fit-to-Fly assessment capabilities. By leveraging MedAire's global infrastructure and medical expertise, Air Cairo aims to proactively manage pre-flight medical cases, reduce unnecessary delays, and ensure compliance with evolving international safety standards. Reely Rajan, Director of Middle East, Africa, India, and Asia at MedAire, stated: 'We are proud to partner with Air Cairo. As our first airline client in Africa, this collaboration sets a new benchmark for in-flight medical safety in the region. It demonstrates Air Cairo's forward-thinking approach to passenger care. Beyond supporting their current operations, our global infrastructure ensures Air Cairo is well-equipped to expand seamlessly into new markets in the future.' The new medical services will go live on all Air Cairo flights starting mid-July 2025. MedAire's comprehensive suite of solutions minimises diversion risks, enhances crew confidence during medical incidents, and strengthens pre-flight medical screening capabilities, ultimately improving operational efficiency and passenger experience. About Air Cairo Air Cairo is Egypt's premier regional airline and a vital part of the country's aviation sector. Established in 2003, the airline has grown into a key player in connecting Egypt to regional and international destinations across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Operating a modern fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft, the airline serves both scheduled and charter flights, playing a significant role in supporting Egypt's tourism industry and economic development. Air Cairo remains dedicated to its mission of providing seamless connectivity while contributing to Egypt's vision of becoming a regional aviation hub. About MedAire MedAire, an International SOS company, has been the preferred partner to the aviation industry since 1985. Today, MedAire is the aviation industry's proven leader for integrated travel health and aviation security solutions. Six of the world's largest business jet manufacturers (Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer, Gulfstream, Honda Jet and Textron Aviation) come standard with MedAire's service. Additionally, 180+ of the world's leading airlines and more than 6,800 private aircraft – including 75% of Fortune 100 Companies – trust MedAire for their travel health and security risk management needs. MedAire's integrated solutions include aviation security intelligence, real-time health and security advice and assistance, training, equipment, and professional services for crew and passengers in and beyond the cabin. MedAire handles thousands of calls annually to help crew and passengers manage medical and travel safety events in the air and on the ground with 24/7 access to emergency care doctors, nurses, and aviation security specialists. Attachments Executives Signing Partnership Agreement Signing Ceremony Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
