Daily Archives: July 8, 2026

Heike Birlenbach to Leave SWISS After 36 Years with Lufthansa Group

AVIATION NEWS-Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) announced that Heike Birlenbach, the airline’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), will leave the company at the end of September 2026, concluding a distinguished 36-year career within the Lufthansa Group. Birlenbach, who has served as SWISS Chief Commercial Officer since the beginning of 2024, will pursue new professional opportunities outside…

airBaltic Reports Traffic Figures for June 2026

AVIATION NEWS-Latvian national airline airBaltic reported continued growth in passenger traffic during June 2026, carrying 509,700 passengers across its route network, representing a 2% increase compared with the same month last year. During the month, the airline operated 4,535 flights, up 6.2% year-on-year, reflecting continued network expansion and increased operational capacity. The airline recorded a…