Confusion surrounds the future of a small African carrier after the government of Cabo Verde announced plans to renationalize its national airline. 

Hans Airways is planning to operate UK-India flights, but this venture is separate from flypop—which was first mooted five years ago and is aiming to launch A330-300 flights between the UK and secondary cities in India in October 2021.

Beginning July 1, Qatar’s passengers can book travel and connect to more than 150 of Alaska’s routes including Anchorage, Denver, Las Vegas, Portland, San Diego, Salt Lake City, San Jose, and Vancouver. 

The order from Chicago-based United—its biggest ever and the largest by any airline in over a decade—consists of 50 737-8s, 150 737-10s and 70 A321neos.

The LCC said its growth will be driven by an “exponential increase” in cargo revenue, new opportunities in air transport, staff training and aircraft maintenance as well as several external investments. 

Despite Azul’s recent declaration that it was exploring consolidation options in Brazil, GOL has made the first move with its intent to acquire domestic carrier MAP Transportes Aéreos. But the story in Brazil is far from over. 

Alaska Airlines will discontinue service between New York JFK and Los Angeles International (LAX) in October, the carrier confirmed, leaving the highly competitive cross-country market while it focuses resources elsewhere.

Newly launched Icelandic LCC PLAY is about to receive its second Airbus A321neo, after increasing its total funding to $90 million through an initial public offering (IPO) that was eight times over-subscribed.