Boeing, ESG, Lufthansa Technik sign deal to support German P-8A Poseidon fleet
Boeing announced that it will join forces with Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH (ESG) and Lufthansa Technik to support Germany’s…
Lufthansa
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Lufthansa is a major German airline and one of the largest airline groups in Europe. Headquartered in Cologne, Germany, it operates a vast network of domestic and international destinations, connecting passengers to over 200 destinations worldwide. As a founding member of the Star Alliance, Lufthansa plays a significant role in global aviation, offering seamless travel experiences through its extensive network and partnerships.
Key Facts
- Founded: 1953
- Headquarters: Cologne, Germany
- Fleet Size: Over 700 aircraft
- Destinations: 200+ worldwide
- Alliance: Star Alliance (founding member)
- Subsidiaries: Austrian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings
- Passenger Numbers: Over 130 million annually (pre-pandemic)
- Hubs: Frankfurt Airport (FRA), Munich Airport (MUC)
The A380 will be back in the summer of 2023, confirms Lufthansa
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) has confirmed that the Airbus A380 will return to operation in the summer of 2023,…
Is Lufthansa preparing to bring back its A380s?
Is the Airbus A380 on the verge of a comeback at Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA)? New comments made by…
Emerging from pandemic, SWISS ends state-backed loan early
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has ended a state-backed loan from Switzerland ahead of time, saying that its…
Lufthansa, Eurowings scrap 1,000+ flights in July over aviation staff shortages
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) and Eurowings have become the latest airlines to cancel flights during busy vacation periods due…
Lufthansa’s first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner ’Berlin’ will arrive in summer 2022
Germany’s flag carrier Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) is expecting delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner in summer 2022. …
Lufthansa eyes 20% stake in ITA, partner MSC is bidding for a 60% stake – report
Germany’s flag carrier Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) aims to acquire a 20% stake in ITA Airways, the successor to…
What’s the most expensive ticket on Lufthansa? $24,000 for San Francisco
Travel demand is back with a vengeance and people are willing to pay for tickets if a statement…
First glimpse of Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Lufthansa livery
The fist picture of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner intended for Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) has been spotted in Seattle,…
Lufthansa apologizes after Orthodox Jewish travelers are banned from flight
German flag carrier Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) has issued an apology after banning Orthodox Jewish travelers from boarding a…
New owners soon for Italy’s ITA? Government hopes to agree sale by end of June
Italy is hoping to sell ITA Airways, the successor to flag carrier Alitalia, by the end of June…
Lufthansa orders new freighters and more Boeing aircraft amid 777X delays
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) has ordered 17 Boeing widebody aircraft, with new Dreamliners to compensate for delayed 777X deliveries,…
Lufthansa: Bookings are back, but summer will be a challenge for the industry
Lufthansa’s (LHAB) (LHA) chief executive doesn’t believe the aviation industry’s staffing problems will be solved in time for…
German airports set for more flight disruption with security staff strike
Flight disruption is expected at German airports on March 22, 2022 after a union representing security staff called…
Lufthansa tackles new Ukraine challenges amidst pandemic recovery
The crisis in Ukraine is a further challenge for Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA), after a tough two years dealing…
Lufthansa Boeing 747 diverts to Frankfurt due to engine trouble
A Lufthansa Boeing 747, also known as the ‘Queen of the Skies’, suffered an engine issue while performing…
Lufthansa takes delivery of first A321P2F aircraft
Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA) has accepted its first converted Airbus A321 P2F (passenger to freighter conversion) aircraft, ahead of…
Lufthansa reschedules some Ukraine flights to avoid layovers in Kyiv
German flag carrier, Lufthansa (LHAB) (LHA), has rescheduled some of its flights to Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP)…