Airlines

ANA and EI AI Israel Airlines Sign Codeshare Agreement

A codeshare arrangement to connect Israel and Japan has been launched by an agreement between All Nippon Airways (ANA) and EL AL Israel Airlines (EL AL). Starting in Spring 2024, ANA will start operating flights on EL AL’s Tel Aviv-Tokyo Narita route under its “NH” code. This route was launched in March 2023. Later, EL AL would use its “LY” designation on a few ANA routes, such as domestic trips within Japan.

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A Frequent Flyer Programme agreement between the airlines will also improve perks for mileage members travelling between Japan and Israel. The partnership includes premium customer advantages, reciprocal frequent flyer benefits, and premium customer services, all of which are available to members.

According to Shinichi Inoue, president and chief executive officer of ANA, “ANA is excited to start this partnership with EL AL and we hope that it will provide safe and convenient travel with greater opportunities for both business and leisure passengers between Israel and Japan.” The relationship, which has been improving in all areas for more than 70 years, will be further strengthened by this cooperation, which will also increase linkages and customer service between our nations.

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“Since the EL AL flights between Tel Aviv and Tokyo Narita began operating, there has been a significant increase in interest among passengers between the two nations. According to Dina Ben Tal Ganancia, CEO of EL AL, “the collaboration between EL AL and ANA is a crucial component in assuring the success of this route. “We look forward to our codeshare and reciprocal frequent flyer agreement, which will bring tremendous benefits to our mutual customers and further strengthen the ties between our two countries.”

Airlines

Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.