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Edinburgh Live
25-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Airline resumes Edinburgh flights to popular American city for first time in six years
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An airline has returned to Edinburgh Airport for the first time in six years, with flights to a popular American city underway. American Airlines has resumed its route from the country's busiest airport to Philadelphia in the US, with operations resuming for the first time since 2019 on Saturday, May 24. The route will be available to customers until October 5 and will be served by a Boeing 787-800 aircraft. The resumption of the Philadelphia flight sees Edinburgh Airport reconnect to all of its pre-Covid transatlantic routes, with even more additions being made to the schedule. Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive at Edinburgh Airport, said: 'We are thrilled to see American Airlines back at Edinburgh for the first time since 2019. 'The return of the Philadelphia route not only strengthens our transatlantic connectivity but also marks a significant milestone as we reconnect with all of our pre-Covid transatlantic routes as well as adding even more connections since then. 'It's a clear sign of growing confidence in international travel, and Edinburgh as a prosperous hub for it. We're glad to be offering even more choice to passengers looking to explore both Scotland and the US.' Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. José A. Freig, Vice President of International Operations said: 'After almost six years away, we're excited to return to Edinburgh. While many of our customers look for sunny seaside escapes over summer, they also want to explore cities steeped in culture and history — both of which Edinburgh and Philadelphia offer in spades. 'With this route, our customers in Scotland will have access to our premier hub in Philadelphia, from where they can connect to more than 120 destinations in the U.S and beyond.'
Edinburgh Reporter
24-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Reporter
Philadelphia route begins again at Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh to Philadelphia route resumes. American Airlines has returned to the capital as its summer service between Edinburgh and Philadelphia resumed on Saturday. The service will operate from 24 May until 5 October and will be served by a Boeing 787-800 aircraft – and will see the airline return to Scotland's capital for the first time since 2019. The resumption of the Philadelphia flight sees Edinburgh Airport reconnect to all of its pre-Covid transatlantic routes, with even more additions also being made to the schedule. The airport, part of the VINCI Airports network, leads the way in direct North American connectivity from Scotland and is committed to expanding its transatlantic connectivity with even more routes where possible. Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive at Edinburgh Airport, said: 'We are thrilled to see American Airlines back at Edinburgh for the first time since 2019. 'The return of the Philadelphia route not only strengthens our transatlantic connectivity but also marks a significant milestone as we reconnect with all of our pre-Covid transatlantic routes as well as adding even more connections since then. 'It's a clear sign of growing confidence in international travel, and Edinburgh as a prosperous hub for it. We're glad to be offering even more choice to passengers looking to explore both Sotland and the US.' José A. Freig, Vice President of International Operations said: 'After almost six years away, we're excited to return to Edinburgh. While many of our customers look for sunny seaside escapes over summer, they also want to explore cities steeped in culture and history — both of which Edinburgh and Philadelphia offer in spades. 'With this route, our customers in Scotland will have access to our premier hub in Philadelphia, from where they can connect to more than 120 destinations in the U.S and beyond.' Like this: Like Related
The National
24-05-2025
- Business
- The National
American Airlines resumes Edinburgh flights for first time in 6 years
American Airlines resumed its service between Edinburgh and Philadelphia on Saturday, marking the airline's first flight from the capital since 2019. The route, served by a Boeing 787-800 aircraft, will operate from May 24 until October 5. (Image: Ian Georgeson) (Image: Ian Georgeson) (Image: Ian Georgeson) Gordon Dewar, chief executive at Edinburgh Airport, said: 'We are thrilled to see American Airlines back at Edinburgh for the first time since 2019. 'The return of the Philadelphia route not only strengthens our transatlantic connectivity but also marks a significant milestone as we reconnect with all of our pre-Covid transatlantic routes as well as adding even more connections since then. READ MORE: Culture Secretary welcomes BBC update on Scottish shows after Traitors row 'It's a clear sign of growing confidence in international travel, and Edinburgh as a prosperous hub for it. We're glad to be offering even more choice to passengers looking to explore both Scotland and the US.' Jose A Freig, vice president of international operations, said: 'After almost six years away, we're excited to return to Edinburgh. While many of our customers look for sunny seaside escapes over summer, they also want to explore cities steeped in culture and history –both of which Edinburgh and Philadelphia offer in spades. 'With this route, our customers in Scotland will have access to our premier hub in Philadelphia, from where they can connect to more than 120 destinations in the US and beyond.' Edinburgh Airport connects Scottish passengers to several destinations in the US, including direct flights to Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and New York.
CBS News
28-01-2025
- General
- CBS News
NTSB investigating "sudden aircraft movement" on United Airlines flight that injured dozens
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a United Airlines flight experienced "sudden aircraft movement," leaving dozens of passengers and crew injured, including six people who were hospitalized. United Airlines flight 613 was flying from Lagos, Nigeria to Washington Dulles International Airport on Friday when the incident happened, the NTSB said on social media. The plane, a Boeing 787-800, was flying in the Côte d'Ivoire's airspace when it experienced what United and the NTSB have both called "sudden aircraft movement." The flight then returned to Lagos, landing at around 3:20 a.m. local time. At Lagos' Murtala Muhammed International Airport, the plane was met by medical responders, firefighting services and aviation security, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria said in a news release. The agency said responders were on standby just four minutes after the flight's pilot reported distress. The responders were on site before the plane landed, according to FAAN. Of the 245 passengers on board, 31 had injuries. Four passengers had "sustained serious injuries," Nigerian officials said, and were transported to an area hospital. Another 27 passengers had minor injuries and were treated at clinics. There were also eight flight attendants and three pilots. Two crew members were hospitalized, and another five reported minor injuries, but FAAN did not specify which roles those crew members had. The aircraft itself was not damaged in the incident, FAAN said. The NTSB said that a preliminary report of its investigation will be available online in about 30 days.
