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Grit and determination are often key factors in professional success. Lily Aragon, the founder, president, and CEO of San Marcos, California-based Kros-Wise, exemplifies these attributes. Runway Girl Network conducted an in-depth interview with her to discuss her journey and achievements.
As Air New Zealand prepares to introduce new seats aboard its Boeing 787-9 twinjets — including its new Business Premier inward-facing herringbones and business-plus ‘Luxe’ offering up front — it is familiarizing crew members with the products.
Qatar Airways has announced the introduction of caviar service in its business class on select routes. This addition will be available "onboard Qatar Airways business class between Doha and Boston, Dallas, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Melbourne, New York, Paris, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Sydney, and Washington," according to a statement from the airline.
Delta Air Lines is now expanding its installation of Viasat’s high-capacity Ka-band geostationary (GEO) satellite-supported inflight connectivity to widebody aircraft flying long-haul routes, including Airbus A330s, A330neos, and A350s not yet equipped with the system.
Airbus is advancing its vision for sustainable aviation through nature-inspired innovation and bionic design, as part of its Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ project. The company aims to reduce cabin structural and lining element weight by up to 40% using biomimicry principles.
Emirates has introduced its refurbished Boeing 777 business class seats, which closely resemble the staggered product the airline has been using for two decades on its Airbus A380s. The first of approximately 80 previous-generation 777s that Emirates is updating is now operational on the Geneva route, with plans to deploy refurbished planes to Tokyo Haneda and Brussels initially.
Celebrating its 18th anniversary, India's largest airline, IndiGo, has announced the launch of its first premium product and a frequent flier program. Traditionally a no-frills operator, IndiGo is now shifting towards a hybrid business model.
Intelsat reports significant growth in its backlog for multi-orbit inflight connectivity (IFC) solutions, despite the high-profile presence of SpaceX’s Starlink Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communication system. According to Dave Bijur, Intelsat's head of commercial aviation, "We have more orders than Starlink does," adding that they believe they have secured more orders than any other provider over the past year.
Regional jet interiors often lack distinctiveness, with aircraft frequently rotating among major U.S. airlines, typically undergoing minimal reupholstery and repainting.
Reducing waste onboard aircraft is a direct path to improving aviation’s eco-credentials, yet it will require behavioral changes at airlines, according to Matt Crane, founder and director of the non-profit organization Aviation Sustainability Forum (ASF).
SmartSky Networks is disputing claims made by Thorne and is seeking significant damages in the process.
Viasat has slightly increased its 2025 fiscal year revenue outlook and expects to have 4,200 aircraft in service by the end of the period, despite ongoing delays at major airframers.
SIMONA Boltaron, a thermoplastics specialist serving aerospace, mass transportation, and other industries, is now laser engraving its materials with special codes to ensure full traceability and proper repurposing when they reach their end-of-life stage.
Panasonic Avionics has invested significantly in geostationary satellite capacity, resulting in improved Net Promoter Scores (NPS) for its legacy GEO-focused inflight connectivity (IFC) solution. However, John Wade, vice president of the connectivity business unit at Panasonic, believes that a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satcom-only model may be the future of IFC in commercial aviation. This model could potentially use two electronically steered antennas (ESAs) in different frequency bands.
IndiGo has become the latest low-cost carrier to alter its business model by offering a premium product. The Indian operator has revealed that a tailor-made business class offering — called IndiGoStretch — will be flown on its “busiest and business routes” starting in November.
FARNBOROUGH — British Airways’ Speedbird Pilot Academy cadet program has provided fully-funded flight training for up to 100 candidates per year since 2023. Now, the airline is expanding its investment for next year’s class, offering up to 200 prospective pilots the opportunity to pursue a commercial flying career without bearing the £100,000 cost of training.
Viasat reports that its satellite communication services, including those in aviation, were only “minimally impacted” by China’s sanctions against the US firm, which have now been lifted.
FARNBOROUGH — The absence of flying activity at Boeing this year was understandable, but the quiet show for Airbus was somewhat surprising. Record sales for its flagship aircraft, especially the A320 and A350 families, combined with supply chain constraints in interiors and engines, have left most airlines with limited options from Airbus. Currently available are mainly the A220s or A330neos.
FARNBOROUGH — At the Farnborough Airshow, Boeing's main commercial attraction was the mockup of its 777X cabin displayed within the company's large pavilion. The event highlighted Boeing's design considerations for the 777X cabin, including various overhead lighting options and innovative storage solutions.
dnata, a global air and travel services provider, has announced the addition of 24 electric tugs to its ground support equipment fleet at São Paulo International Airport. This move is part of a US$ 1.7 million investment aimed at reducing carbon emissions.