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AerCap CEO sees no quick return to Russia if market reopens

Reuters | February 26, 2025 | Air Cargo | Charters

The head of the world's largest aircraft leasing company, AerCap, said on Wednesday that Russia may look to buy used aircraft or engines if and when its markets reopen but that he saw no rush by Western lessors to resume renting jets.

International Aerospace Womens Association announces new name, 501(c)(3) US tax status and enhanced structure

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Air Cargo

The International Aviation Womens Association has rebranded as the International Aerospace Womens Association (IAWA), taking a step forward in its mission to cultivate and advance women leaders in the aviation and aerospace industry worldwide.

IBA forecasts Heathrow’s third runway could increase annual CO2 emissions by over 50%

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports | Green Shipping

CHAMP Cargosystems wins Jettainer ULD Challenge at IATA ONE Record Hackathon 2025

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Air Cargo | Technology

A team comprised of CHAMP Cargosystems professionals emerged victorious at this year’s IATA ONE Record Hackathon.

US senators call for new funding for air traffic control training

Reuters | February 25, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

A bipartisan group of three U.S. senators on Tuesday called for new funding to boost air traffic control staffing, speed training of new controllers and provide new incentives to retain aviation workers.

United Sustainable Flight Fund invests in Heirloom to scale direct air capture

• Sustainable Flight Fund also gets the right to purchase up to 500,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal • Heirloom's proven technology uses limestone to absorb CO2

Aviation industry doubles down on cybersecurity as IT spend climbs to new highs

AJOT Newsroom | February 25, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

SITA’s latest Air Transport IT Insights report reveals growing focus on cybersecurity, biometrics, and sustainability to future-proof air travel

Envirotainer takes another step in its journey of supporting global access of pharmaceuticals by expanding its flagship innovation RelEye

AJOT Newsroom | February 25, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Envirotainer, the specialist in temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments, has now completed its flagship product family with the launch of the RelEye RKN unit.

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AJOT Newsroom | February 25, 2025

Dulles CBP officers seize over 250 pounds of opium poppy pods from Spain

It must be harvest season after U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers intercepted a combined 257 pounds of opium poppy pods that arrived in 81 shipments in air cargo at Washington Dulles International Airport last week.

Japan’s ANA taps Boeing, Airbus, Embraer in 77-jet order

Reuters | February 25, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Japan's ANA Holdings said on Tuesday it planned to place a company-record order for up to 77 aircraft to replenish its fleet and take advantage of growing demand for travel.

WorldACD Weekly Air Cargo Trends (week 7) - 2025

AJOT Newsroom | February 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | General | By The Numbers

Worldwide air cargo tonnages have continued to recover slowly from what was a shallower Lunar New Year (LNY) dip than last year, according to the latest weekly figures from WorldACD Market Data, although it’s too soon to get much sense of how ‘normal’ or healthy demand this year will be.

Global GSA Group appoints Aggunduz as CCO

Global GSA Group announces the appointment of Zafer Aggunduz as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective February 2025.

ATA Conference 2025: A successful edition hosted by Qatar Airways Cargo

AJOT Newsroom | February 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters

The ATA Conference 2025 brought together 146 industry experts to discuss the future of live animal transportation. Hosted in Doha, Qatar the event was marked by insightful discussions on AVI handling, animal welfare, compliance, and innovation in transport solutions.

Brazilian airline Azul to go ‘back to basics’ after challenging 2024

Reuters | February 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Brazilian airline Azul expects to go "back to basics" and be able to focus more on its operations this year, Chief Executive John Rodgerson said, after a challenging 2024 marked by some market disruptions and a major debt restructuring.

American Airlines says its flight diverted to Rome after security concern

Reuters | February 23, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome on Sunday due to a security concern later determined to be "non-credible," the airline said, adding the flight landed safely in Rome and will depart for Delhi on Monday.

Airlines warned as Chinese navy holds live-fire exercises off Australia

Reuters | February 21, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong raised concerns with her Chinese counterpart on Friday over inadequate notice given by the Chinese navy of a rare live-fire exercise in international waters between Australia and New Zealand that forced airlines to divert flights.

Hactl success at International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo

AJOT Newsroom | February 21, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Hactl won the “Air Cargo Sustainability Leader of the Year” award, for its renewable diesel pilot project; Green Terminal Pact; Autonomous Electric Tractors; “Zero Waste Uniform Upcycling Project”; “Hactl x Free Periods Hong Kong - Be My Buddy Buddy” project; and its various initiatives in promoting diversity and inclusion.

Air Charter Service passes 30,000 flights in one year for the first time 

AJOT Newsroom | February 21, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Chris Leach, Founder and Chairman of ACS, said of the milestone: “In 2024 we arranged 30,290 flights, which is a magnificent achievement in one year. That means that, on average, a flight arranged by ACS took off somewhere around the world every 17 and a half minutes on every day in 2024.

Spirit Airlines received court confirmation of reorganization plan

AJOT Newsroom | February 21, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Spirit Airlines, Inc. ("Spirit" or the "Company") today announced the Company's Plan of Reorganization ("the Plan") was confirmed by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (the "Court"). With this approval, the Company expects to emerge from Chapter 11 in the coming weeks.

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey appoints Sarah K. McKeon as Port Authority Aviation Director

McKeon most recently served as First Deputy Aviation Director and General Manager for Newark Liberty International and Teterboro Airports. Everett retires after distinguished 40-year career in aviation, including leading port authority airports through unprecedented redevelopment and growth.

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