Ian Molyneaux

Brighton

Aviation Journalist/Deputy Editor at @AviationNews | Former Writer at @WhichUK | Former Senior Reporter at @ReachPLC | YNWA

Articles

Global Airlines reacts to recent rumors about its future

4 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

British Airbus A380 startup Global Airlines has hit back at recent reports that have circulated about its future in a statement designed to dispel some of the rumors. The carrier, headed by entrepreneur James Asquith, described some of the news spreading as “complete rubbish” and plans to publish a ‘MythBusters’ guide in the future to prevent misinformation spreading.
Spirit may cancel Airbus deliveries amid tariff uncertainty

4 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

Spirit Airlines has warned that it may need to cancel Airbus aircraft deliveries amid tariff uncertainty since the US government introduced new charges on imports in April 2025. In a SEC filing posted on May 30, 2025, the ultra-low-cost airline voiced concerns about the impact of new tariffs and the potential for retaliation and escalation between countries.
NTSB set hearing date in Boeing 737 plug door investigation

4 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has reportedly set a hearing date in its investigation into why a plug door separated from an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 shortly after takeoff from Portland International Airport (PDX). According to Reuters, the NTSB board said on June 2, 2025, that a hearing will be held on June 24, 2025, to help determine what caused the plug door separation.
Ethiopian Airlines considers options for regional jet order

5 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

Ethiopian Airlines is eyeing up a possible double-digit order for regional jets with Airbus, Boeing and Embraer all in the running for the potentially lucrative deal. The CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, Mesfin Tasew Bekele, spoke to Reuters at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) where he confirmed the carrier was considering at least 20 regional or small jets.
Air France-KLM and Riyadh Air launch strategic partnership

5 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

Air France-KLM and Riyadh Air have launched a strategic partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 81st International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) in New Delhi. The airlines confirmed on June 2, 2025, that they were taking the “significant step” to improve global air connectivity for passengers traveling between Riyadh, Paris, and Amsterdam, and connecting flights to other destinations.
Air India agrees codeshares with Icelandair, Air Mauritius

5 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

Air India has signed codeshare partnerships with Icelandair and Air Mauritius against the backdrop of the 81st International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) in New Delhi. Under the agreement with Icelandair, customers of both airlines will gain access to 15 routes across India and Europe.
UK airspace shake-up promises quicker flights, fewer delays

5 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

Legislation is being laid before Parliament on June 2, 2025, that will transform UK airspace and modernize flight paths resulting in quicker flights and fewer delays, according to the British government. The new laws will see the establishment of the UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS), which will be tasked with modernizing the country’s airspace for the first time since it was formed in the 1950s.
Geneva Airport approaches reduced after radar malfunctions

5 days ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

Air traffic controller firm Skyguide is reducing capacity for approaches at Geneva Airport (GVA), Switzerland, after a radar system suffered multiple malfunctions. Skyguide announced on June 2, 2025, that capacity would be reduced by 20% for the day while a solution to the problem can be implemented.
Gatwick CEO elevated to higher role as new boss steps in

1 week ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

London-Gatwick Airport (LGW) CEO Stewart Wingate is to step down as of September 2025, moving into a higher role overseeing several airports. Gatwick Airport owners VINCI Airports and Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) announced on May 30, 2025, that Wingate will move into a newly created position.
Only 30% of airline CEOs are prioritizing pilot recruitment

1 week ago | aerotime.aero | Ian Molyneaux

Global consulting firm Deloitte has released its annual Airline CEO Survey, which includes some interesting findings about recruitment priorities and the worries that really keep airline bosses awake at night. The survey, published on May 29, 2025, picked the brains of 32 airline CEOs from across the globe in April 2025, just after US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs.