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Boeing Expands ecoDemonstrator Flight Testing with 'Explorer' Airplanes, Announces 2023 Plan

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

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SEATTLE, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] is expanding its ecoDemonstrator flight-test program to further accelerate innovation for sustainability and safety.

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SEATTLE, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] is expanding its ecoDemonstrator flight-test program to further accelerate innovation for sustainability and safety.
The company today announced its 2023 plan to assess 19 technologies on the Boeing 777 ecoDemonstrator, while also adding "Explorer" airplanes that will focus tests on specific technologies.
Including the 2023 plan, the program will have tested about 250 technologies to help decarbonize aviation, improve operational efficiency and enhance safety and the passenger experience.
More information about the 2023 ecoDemonstrator and previous ecoDemonstrator airplanes is available at boeing.com/ecoDemonstrator .

United Announces Largest South Pacific Expansion in Aviation History, Including New Direct Flight to Christchurch, New Zealand

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

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CHICAGO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announces the largest South Pacific network expansion ever to and from the continental U.S., including the first non-stop flight between San Francisco and Christchurch set to commence on December 1. United will be the only carrier to directly connect the U.S. and the South Island of New Zealand. With 66 flights between the US and Australia/New Zealand every week, United will operate nearly 40% more flights from the U.S. to Australia and New Zealand next northern winter versus last year.

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United will be the only carrier to directly connect the U.S. and the South Island of New Zealand.
"This past winter, United enhanced our network and became the largest carrier to the South Pacific region.
Starting December 1, United will be the only airline to offer direct flights between the U.S. and New Zealand's South Island, with the first direct San Francisco-Christchurch service.
In winter 2022, United became the only airline to offer direct flights between Brisbane and San Francisco.

United Will Fly Non-Stop to 100+ International Cities This Summer to Meet Soaring Overseas Travel Demand

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

CHICAGO, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines will fly to 114 different international cities this summer and has expanded its flying by 25% versus last year to meet the sharp increase in demand for travel outside of the U.S. The airline is already the largest carrier across both the Atlantic and Pacific and this summer's schedule includes nearly 25 new routes. According to United booking data, international bookings are already 15% higher than the same period in 2022*.

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According to United booking data, international bookings are already 15% higher than the same period in 2022*.
"With unprecedented demand for travel overseas, we'll have more service to popular cities while also adding new and unique destinations for customers to explore."
On March 25, United launched daily service between New York/Newark and Dubai, UAE, operated on a Boeing 777-200ER aircraft.
This summer, United will fly to 14 destinations in Europe from Chicago, more than any other airline.

EVA Air Boosts Sustainable Fleet with Five Additional 787-9 Dreamliners

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Friday, March 31, 2023

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SEATTLE, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE:BA] and EVA Air today finalized an order for five additional 787-9 Dreamliners, a repeat order for Boeing's super-efficient widebody jet.

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SEATTLE, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE:BA] and EVA Air today finalized an order for five additional 787-9 Dreamliners, a repeat order for Boeing's super-efficient widebody jet.
EVA Air's follow-on investment in the 787 will enable the airline to further reduce carbon emissions and sustainably grow its fleet.
EVA Air's 787 fleet has provided the airline with added flexibility on long-haul routes to North America, Europe and Asia.
"With additional Dreamliners, EVA Air is well positioned for growth, especially as passenger traffic returns to pre-pandemic levels in Asia."

Norse Atlantic Airways Celebrates Inaugural Flight from New York to Paris

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Monday, March 27, 2023

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Today, Norse Atlantic Airways marks a new era in affordable transatlantic travel between the US and France with the celebration of its inaugural flight from Paris, Charles de Gaulle to New York JFK and from JFK to Charles de Gaulle.

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Today, Norse Atlantic Airways marks a new era in affordable transatlantic travel between the US and France with the celebration of its inaugural flight from Paris, Charles de Gaulle to New York JFK and from JFK to Charles de Gaulle.
“We are delighted to offer cost-effective travel and increased choices for our passengers between the vibrant cities of Paris and New York.
With the addition of our latest route to Paris, our airline now offers a total of five European destinations from New York, JFK this summer, including Rome, Berlin, Oslo and London,” said Bjorn Tore Larsen, CEO of Norse Atlantic Airways.
Daily departures from New York to Paris are at 12:30 a.m. EDT, with arrival in Paris at 2:05 p.m. local time.

SAUDIA Signs an Agreement with Boeing to Order 49 Boeing 787 Dreamliners

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

In support of its strategic objective to bring the world to the Kingdom

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Saleh Al-Jasser and Her Royal Highness Reema bint Bandar Al Saud, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to the United States.
Ibrahim Al-Omar and the Senior Vice President, Commercial Sales and Marketing of Boeing, Mr. Brad McMullen.
Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes said, "The addition of 787 Dreamliners will enable SAUDIA to expand its long-haul service with outstanding range, capacity and efficiency.
SAUDIA currently operates more than 50 Boeing airplanes on its long-haul network, including the, 777-300ER (Extended Range) and 787-9 and 787-10 Dreamliner.

Norse Atlantic Airways Launches Ticket Sales From SEVEN US Destinations to London From $159

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

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“We are incredibly pleased and proud to announce four more routes from the US to London Gatwick in time for the summer.

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“We are incredibly pleased and proud to announce four more routes from the US to London Gatwick in time for the summer.
With seven routes, our UK based airline, Norse Atlantic UK, will serve more destinations to the US from London Gatwick than any other carrier this summer.
“We’re delighted to offer travelers an incredible flight experience and service, with affordable fares, as they experience what London has to offer this summer,” said Bjorn Tore Larsen, CEO Norse Atlantic Airways.
The virtual interline agreement, powered by Dohop, provides over 600 weekly connections to Norse’s transatlantic services at our key international hubs including London Gatwick.

Air India Selects GE Aerospace to Power Record Aircraft Order

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

“All of us at Tata Group and Air India are delighted to have this partnership with GE Aerospace, where we will build Air India to be a world class airline and one of the most technology-advanced airlines,” said Mr. N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons and Air India.

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“All of us at Tata Group and Air India are delighted to have this partnership with GE Aerospace, where we will build Air India to be a world class airline and one of the most technology-advanced airlines,” said Mr. N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons and Air India.
“We are proud to continue our longstanding partnership with Tata Group and Air India,” said H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GE and CEO of GE Aerospace.
Air India also announced a CFM order for more than 800 LEAP engines, the largest LEAP order ever, to power its entire narrowbody purchase of 210 Airbus A320/A321neo aircraft and 190 Boeing 737 MAX-family aircraft.
"This order for GE Aerospace engines supports our Vihaan.AI transformation plan, a key part of which is to dramatically expand our fleet and global network," said Campbell Wilson, CEO & Managing Director of Air India.

Norse Atlantic Airways unveils two new routes from the US to London

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Norse Atlantic today announced the launch of two new routes from the US to London Gatwick.

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Norse Atlantic today announced the launch of two new routes from the US to London Gatwick.
One-way lead in fares to London from:
The flights from Orlando will begin on May 25th, 2023 and Fort Lauderdale on May 26th, 2023.
As a result, Norse Atlantic Airways will serve more destinations from the US to London Gatwick than any other carrier this summer.
I’m so excited to strengthen the US-London bond and give people the opportunity to visit overseas,” said Bjorn Tore Larsen, Norse Atlantic Airways CEO.

Norse Atlantic Airways appoints Charles Duncan as President

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

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Norse Atlantic Airways is pleased to announce that Charles Duncan has been appointed President of the company.

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Norse Atlantic Airways is pleased to announce that Charles Duncan has been appointed President of the company.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230209005175/en/
Charles Duncan appointed President of Norse Atlantic Airways (Photo: Business Wire)
This newly created role will focus on core areas of the business including Commercial, Operations, Network and People.
“I am very pleased to welcome Charles Duncan to Norse Atlantic Airways.
The journey to reach the full potential of Norse Atlantic’s business model is well under way and I look forward to being part of this dynamic and agile company,” said Charles Duncan, President Norse Atlantic Airways.