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Date : Tuesday, 8 July 2025 Location : Milan Bergamo Airport (Orio al Serio), Italy Aircraft Involved : Volotea Airbus A319-111 (Reg: EC-MTF) Flight : Scheduled to depart for Asturias, Spain (OVD) A tragic incident occurred at Milan Bergamo Airport on Tuesday morning, leading to the temporary closure of the airport and the cancellation of numerous flights. At approximately 10:20 a.m. local time, an unidentified 35-year-old man was fatally injured after being pulled into the engine of a Volotea Airbus A319 while it was being pushed back on the taxiway. The individual was neither a passenger on the flight nor an employee of the airport, and the circumstances surrounding his presence on the tarmac are still under investigation by Italian authorities. As a result of the incident: All flight operations were suspended for nearly two hours 19 flights were canceled, and several others were diverted to nearby airports, including Milan Malpensa, Bologna, and Verona No injuries were reported amon...

Cebu Pacific Finalizes Order for 70 Airbus A321neo Aircraft

Manila, 2 October 2024 – Cebu Pacific has officially confirmed its firm order for 70 Airbus A321neo aircraft, finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) from July.

The agreement was signed in Manila by Cebu Pacific CEO, Mike Szucs, and Airbus EVP Sales, Benoît de Saint-Exupéry.

Cebu Pacific has placed a significant order for 70 Airbus A321neo aircraft. This move is part of the airline's strategy to modernize its fleet and enhance operational efficiency.

The A321neo, known for its fuel efficiency and extended range, will help Cebu Pacific expand its routes and reduce its environmental footprint. This order underscores the airline's commitment to growth and sustainability in the competitive aviation market.

Mike Szucs emphasized the airline’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational efficiency, aiming to deliver top-tier service while reducing carbon emissions. This milestone aligns with Cebu Pacific’s goals of expanding affordable air travel and contributing to the Philippines' economic growth.

Benoît de Saint-Exupéry highlighted Airbus' long-standing partnership with Cebu Pacific, noting that the A321neo’s fuel efficiency and performance will continue to support the airline’s regional expansion.

Cebu Pacific currently operates a fleet of 61 A320 Family aircraft and nine A330s, with a backlog of 94 A320neo Family jets and seven A330neo widebodies. The A321neo, with its enhanced efficiency, is a key part of this future fleet growth.

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