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#21
Announcements - Airline Generations / Air Riga joins the million-pax...
Last post by Cardinal - February 05, 2026, 11:33:50 PMSunday, July 2, 2017
RIGA, Latvia - Air Riga is excited to announce that our millionth passenger this week boarded flight RG2553 to Ankara this evening, reaching a new milestone for our company. For the first time in our airline's 64-year history, we carried one million passengers during a business week (Monday-Sunday). This is a remarkable achievement for an airline that began as a domestic Soviet people-mover. Now flying to over 450 cities on four continents, Air Riga continues our tradition of excellence in the skies.
RIGA, Latvia - Air Riga is excited to announce that our millionth passenger this week boarded flight RG2553 to Ankara this evening, reaching a new milestone for our company. For the first time in our airline's 64-year history, we carried one million passengers during a business week (Monday-Sunday). This is a remarkable achievement for an airline that began as a domestic Soviet people-mover. Now flying to over 450 cities on four continents, Air Riga continues our tradition of excellence in the skies.
#22
Announcements - The Age of Flight / SOUTHERNSTAR LEASING AND SALES...
Last post by AndrewM - February 05, 2026, 11:23:07 AMFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SOUTHERNSTAR LEASING AND SALES today proudly announces the launch of the DHC-8-100, introducing a new generation of regional turboprop capability to the leasing and sales market.
Developed to meet the growing demands of regional aviation, the DHC-8-100 represents a decisive step forward in short-haul aircraft design. Purpose-built for efficiency, versatility, and dependable performance, the aircraft is designed to connect communities, expand route networks, and deliver consistent results across a wide range of operating conditions.
With its clean aerodynamic lines and advanced turboprop configuration, the DHC-8-100 is optimised for regional routes where reliability, runway performance, and operating economics matter most.
Designed for the Regional Future
Efficient Turboprop Performance – Optimised for short-sector operations with reduced fuel consumption
Short Take-Off and Landing Capability – Designed to operate from shorter and more demanding runways
Flexible Cabin and Mission Options – Suitable for passenger transport, charter services, and special applications
Operational Simplicity – Engineered for ease of maintenance and streamlined fleet integration
Built for Growth – A platform designed to support expanding regional networks
The launch of the DHC-8-100 signals a new opportunity for operators seeking a modern, practical aircraft tailored specifically for regional aviation. Through flexible leasing and acquisition options, SouthernStar Leasing and Sales is making this new platform accessible to operators ready to move forward with confidence.
The DHC-8-100 is now available in the marketplace, with immediate and future availability positions offered. Operators interested in securing early access or planning future fleet requirements are invited to get in touch via direct message to discuss availability and upcoming opportunities.
SOUTHERNSTAR LEASING AND SALES
Advancing regional aviation. Delivering tomorrow's aircraft, today.
#23
Feature requests / Re: Change used aircraft deliv...
Last post by Dobbs1996 - February 04, 2026, 09:27:03 AMAny possibility of this?
#24
General forum / Re: Brazilian Poor Demand.
Last post by RibeiroR - February 01, 2026, 09:52:30 PM15 years later and nothing has changed.
#25
Announcements - The Age of Flight / New Zealand: Aalto Pacific Lau...
Last post by Tonnic21 - January 31, 2026, 02:06:06 AMMedia Statement — 1984
Aalto Pacific today announces the launch of daily flights between Auckland and Atlanta, operated by the airline's flagship Lockheed L-1011 TriStar.
Renowned for its quiet, smooth ride and wide-body comfort, the Lockheed L-1011 Tristar offers passengers a superior long-haul experience, combining advanced safety systems and fast cruising speed with a spacious cabin designed for extended international travel.
Atlanta provides travellers with a vibrant destination and a major gateway to the United States, offering strong business, tourism and onward travel opportunities across North America.
This expansion coincides with the continuation of daily Auckland–Chicago services and the growth of the airline's flagship Auckland–London Heathrow route to twice-daily flights, giving customers greater flexibility to Europe.
As part of a network realignment, services to Hong Kong have regrettably ceased, and frequencies to Singapore have reduced to daily due to strong competition and challenging economic conditions in the Asian market. Aalto Pacific continues to closely monitor market conditions across the continent.
Aalto Pacific said the changes reflect its focus on customer demand, comfort, reliability and sustainable growth across its long-haul network.
Aalto Pacific — New Zealand's most trusted airline.
Aalto Pacific today announces the launch of daily flights between Auckland and Atlanta, operated by the airline's flagship Lockheed L-1011 TriStar.
Renowned for its quiet, smooth ride and wide-body comfort, the Lockheed L-1011 Tristar offers passengers a superior long-haul experience, combining advanced safety systems and fast cruising speed with a spacious cabin designed for extended international travel.
Atlanta provides travellers with a vibrant destination and a major gateway to the United States, offering strong business, tourism and onward travel opportunities across North America.
This expansion coincides with the continuation of daily Auckland–Chicago services and the growth of the airline's flagship Auckland–London Heathrow route to twice-daily flights, giving customers greater flexibility to Europe.
As part of a network realignment, services to Hong Kong have regrettably ceased, and frequencies to Singapore have reduced to daily due to strong competition and challenging economic conditions in the Asian market. Aalto Pacific continues to closely monitor market conditions across the continent.
Aalto Pacific said the changes reflect its focus on customer demand, comfort, reliability and sustainable growth across its long-haul network.
Aalto Pacific — New Zealand's most trusted airline.
#26
General forum / Re: Too small aircraft warning...
Last post by Kadachiman - January 27, 2026, 02:19:10 AMBut in real life operators use them on long routes, and I'm sure once a passenger has done 7 hours in a narrow-body one-time, and realised for a few more bucks they can do their next trip on a widebody probably book the widebody. You can catch anybody out once..
IMO most pax would not even know the difference between one plane or another and are only driven by ticket price.
It's only those of us that take an interest in planes that actually take any notice.
Example - question - did you fly on a wide body or a narrow body aircraft...answer - oh I flew RyanAir
IMO most pax would not even know the difference between one plane or another and are only driven by ticket price.
It's only those of us that take an interest in planes that actually take any notice.
Example - question - did you fly on a wide body or a narrow body aircraft...answer - oh I flew RyanAir
#27
Announcements - The Age of Flight / New Zealand: Aalto Pacific Exp...
Last post by Tonnic21 - January 27, 2026, 12:25:03 AMMedia Statement — 1983
Aalto Pacific today announced a major expansion of its international long-haul network, further strengthening New Zealand's global air links and reinforcing the airline's position as the nation's leading carrier.
The airline now offers up to double daily flights between Auckland and Chicago, providing New Zealand travellers with increased access to North America's key commercial and cultural centres.
In addition, Aalto Pacific has expanded its European services to 10 flights per week between Auckland and London Heathrow, delivering travellers to the United Kingdom in under 24 hours aboard the airline's flagship Lockheed L-1011 TriStar. These new services unlock seamless onward European connections through Mondial alliance partner King Air, extending Aalto Pacific's reach across the continent.
Services to Singapore and Hong Kong have also recently been expanded, with flight connections across Asia offered via Mondial alliance partners Red Star Express and Royal Pacific Airways.
The expanded long-haul schedule reflects Aalto Pacific's continued investment in modern aircraft, premium service, and efficient global connectivity from its Auckland hub.
Aalto Pacific continues to lead a new era of international travel for New Zealanders, combining reliability, comfort, and world-class hospitality on every journey.
Aalto Pacific — New Zealand's most trusted airline.
Aalto Pacific today announced a major expansion of its international long-haul network, further strengthening New Zealand's global air links and reinforcing the airline's position as the nation's leading carrier.
The airline now offers up to double daily flights between Auckland and Chicago, providing New Zealand travellers with increased access to North America's key commercial and cultural centres.
In addition, Aalto Pacific has expanded its European services to 10 flights per week between Auckland and London Heathrow, delivering travellers to the United Kingdom in under 24 hours aboard the airline's flagship Lockheed L-1011 TriStar. These new services unlock seamless onward European connections through Mondial alliance partner King Air, extending Aalto Pacific's reach across the continent.
Services to Singapore and Hong Kong have also recently been expanded, with flight connections across Asia offered via Mondial alliance partners Red Star Express and Royal Pacific Airways.
The expanded long-haul schedule reflects Aalto Pacific's continued investment in modern aircraft, premium service, and efficient global connectivity from its Auckland hub.
Aalto Pacific continues to lead a new era of international travel for New Zealanders, combining reliability, comfort, and world-class hospitality on every journey.
Aalto Pacific — New Zealand's most trusted airline.
#28
General forum / Re: Too small aircraft warning...
Last post by 11Air - January 26, 2026, 07:06:49 PMAs new game player, I should be following rules better, but since I'm late into the game I have to seek out a base airport, not one that's already full of competitors, and also, of course, some routes that I can make a profit on!
#29
Announcements - The Modern Times / City Hop Mexico Announces Sale...
Last post by Elliott - January 26, 2026, 11:11:56 AMCity Hop USA Has recently announced it's intentions to sell its 16 CRJ-200LR's and remaining 7 CRJ-900LR's
This is as a result of a changing industry within Mexico which prompted the airline to switch to the Embraer 170AR's, 175-E2's E190-E2's and 195-E2's! The Bombardier CRJ-900LR's are now available in store with the CRJ-200LR's becoming available from the 29th June 2025!
Grab them while you can!
Prices available for negotation! T&C's apply, Leasing options also available up until 2030!
This is as a result of a changing industry within Mexico which prompted the airline to switch to the Embraer 170AR's, 175-E2's E190-E2's and 195-E2's! The Bombardier CRJ-900LR's are now available in store with the CRJ-200LR's becoming available from the 29th June 2025!
Grab them while you can!
Prices available for negotation! T&C's apply, Leasing options also available up until 2030!
#30
General forum / Re: Too small aircraft warning...
Last post by groundbum2 - January 26, 2026, 11:00:54 AMI operate squillions and nope. As somebody said to me the A321 is badly hit as "too small" is based on the average cabin size in the entire fleet family. So the 318 and 319 really drag the average down. So the 321 will get "too small" when the 757 doesn't even blink. But "too small" isn't a guillotine, it doesn't automatically kill a route. Depends how you stretch it. I often use 321s UK-USA as they aren't going to make me rich but do soak up slots and drive people trying to fly widebodies batty (English for mad, as in bats all flying up in alarm).
But in real life operators use them on long routes, and I'm sure once a passenger has done 7 hours in a narrow-body one-time, and realised for a few more bucks they can do their next trip on a widebody probably book the widebody. You can catch anybody out once..
Simon
But in real life operators use them on long routes, and I'm sure once a passenger has done 7 hours in a narrow-body one-time, and realised for a few more bucks they can do their next trip on a widebody probably book the widebody. You can catch anybody out once..
Simon