André Orban

1 week ago | aviation24.be | André Orban

TUI, the world’s largest tour operator, has announced two new direct flight routes to Scandinavian Mountains Airport—serving Sweden’s Sälen and Norway’s Trysil ski resorts—from Brussels and Düsseldorf, starting December 20, 2025. Flights will operate every Saturday throughout the winter season. This expansion aims to make it easier for travellers from Belgium, Germany, and neighbouring areas to access Scandinavia’s premier winter destinations.

1 week ago | aviation24.be | André Orban

Air Niugini has placed a firm order for two additional Airbus A220-100s, adding to its initial 2023 order for six of the same model. The airline also has three A220-300s on lease from U.S. lessor Azorra, as it builds a modern, fuel-efficient fleet to serve domestic and regional routes. The announcement coincides with the final assembly of Air Niugini’s first A220 at Airbus’s Mirabel facility in Canada.

1 week ago | aviation24.be | André Orban

Finnair will cancel around 110 flights on Friday, 30 May, due to a four-hour industrial action by the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) at Helsinki Airport. The strike, targeting key work shifts like ground handling and aircraft maintenance, is expected to impact about 8,000 passengers. Affected customers will be offered alternative flight options via Finnair’s Manage Booking service or mobile app. They may also request a refund if they choose not to travel.

1 week ago | aviation24.be | André Orban

Eurowings, part of the Lufthansa Group, will introduce a new ‘Premium BIZ seat’ for medium-haul flights starting November 2025, debuting on the Berlin–Dubai route. Installed in Airbus A320neo aircraft, these 2×2 seats from Italian firm Geven offer enhanced comfort, privacy, and ergonomic support—a significant upgrade from the typical 2×3 economy layout. This marks the first time a German airline offers premium seating on narrow-body jets.

2 weeks ago | aviation24.be | André Orban

On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Paris-Orly Airport faced severe disruptions after an air traffic control system failure at the control tower. The French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) has asked airlines to cancel 40% of their flights for the rest of the day. The outage, which began early in the afternoon, led to strict traffic restrictions and a sharp reduction in flight operations.