Air France-KLM reiterates interest in continuing the race for TAP's privatisation

The company ensures it intends to make Lisbon its sole hub for flight distribution in Southern Europe

TAP aircraft that diverted to Paris due to fume event resumes route this Monday

After the detection of odors on board (so-called fume events) on a TAP flight from Lisbon to Frankfurt late Sunday, the plane made an emergency landing in Paris. This Monday, passengers resumed their journey to the German capital. The airline rules out health impacts.

Government guarantees monitoring of fuel stocks and does not anticipate TAP cancellations

The Minister of Infrastructure assures that the government is in contact with oil companies regarding aviation fuel stock levels at national airports, stating that no TAP flight cancellations are expected for now. Miguel Pinto Luz emphasized that the issue is international and European in scale, and the government is working to ensure supply stability. Regarding the potential impact on the privatization of TAP, the minister declined to comment, noting that updates on the airline will be provided soon. Meanwhile, the International Energy Agency has warned of potential fuel shortages in Europe, and the aviation sector is bracing for possible disruptions due to the ongoing energy crisis and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

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Lisbon and Beijing connected by direct flight during the summer

The weekly Beijing Capital Airlines flight will use Airbus A330 aircraft and represents the second direct route between Portugal and China

Lisbon and Beijing to have direct flights for three months in the summer

The Chinese airline Beijing Capital Airlines will launch a direct air link between Beijing and Lisbon during the summer, in a seasonal operation starting at the end of June and lasting for about three months. The flight will have a weekly frequency. The outbound flight, numbered JD627, will depart on Mondays from the airport...

TAP resumes flights to Caracas and celebrates 50 years of the route

Suspended in November due to a US security alert, the Lisbon-Caracas connection is back as it marks half a century. In July, a new direct weekly flight to Funchal will be added.

Lufthansa urges action at Portela and says new airport is essential for TAP

“Without upgrades at Portela within two years, TAP risks becoming a ‘victim of its own success’”, warns Lufthansa, which considers the new Luís de Camões airport “essential”.

Government asks ANA for new traffic projection for Luís de Camões. Current assumptions are 'conservative'

The Ministry of Infrastructure wants ANA to review the growth projections for the future Luís de Camões airport, considering the assumptions used to be conservative. The demand is included in the response letter to the Environmental Report, submitted in January by the concessionaire. The Government has once again expressed reservations regarding the traffic projections.

Government ensures that TAP privatisation and new airport are moving at 'cruising speed'

Regarding the new airport, ANA Aeroportos expects it to open in mid-2037, or, with schedule optimisations to be negotiated with the Government, by the end of 2036.

Sitava admits challenging airport handling tender to defend workers

Sitava, the Union of Aviation and Airport Workers, is considering legal action to challenge the airport handling tender won by the Clece/South consortium, aiming to protect workers' interests. The union criticises the lack of provisions for the transfer of staff and existing company agreements, labelling the process as ideologically driven and potentially damaging to airport operations. Meanwhile, Menzies has already filed an injunction in the Lisbon Administrative and Tax Court, citing concerns over the tender's structure, operational requirements, and the lack of a robust transition framework for employees.

Gol: An airline betting on Lisbon after near-insolvency

The same Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes that announced its international expansion with four weekly flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon starting September 16 is the same company that faced one of the most serious crises in Brazilian aviation history between 2024 and 2025. After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US to restructure its finances, the airline is now seeking to recover by launching new international routes, introducing premium classes, and diversifying its fleet with Airbus A330-900 aircraft, while maintaining its partnership with TAP Air Portugal.

Airline GOL to offer direct flights between Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro

A Brazilian airline will begin operating direct flights between Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro four times a week, challenging TAP's dominance.

GOL announces direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Lisbon starting in September

GOL Linhas Aéreas begins direct operations on 16 September connecting Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) to Lisbon (LIS), with four weekly flights. The new route marks the company's debut on Portuguese soil and is part of its expansion as an intercontinental operator.

Humberto Delgado Airport with new rules

Home News Humberto Delgado Airport with new rules Humberto Delgado Airport with new rules At Humberto Delgado Airport, planes will now take off more quickly to reduce noise in urban areas. By Bruno G.

Lisbon Airport introduces new rules: planes to climb faster to reduce noise

The president of NAV, the country's air navigation manager, says the solution lies in the construction of a new airport.

Lufthansa's CEO believes proximity of Madrid and Paris poses a threat to Lisbon hub

Carsten Spohr argues that the Lisbon hub would have a “unique” position within the Lufthansa group, which he sees as a strong point for the German bid. He also states that the geographical position of rival candidates for the privatisation of TAP makes them a threat to the Portuguese hub and raises further questions regarding European competition rules.

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