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Swiss researchers have developed a composite material intended to make aircraft and train components recyclable without sacrificing lightness, strength or fire resistance. The article should explain how the material works, its potential environmental benefits and the remaining steps before it can be used commercially.
about 14 hours ago · 1 source
Swiss transport
Skyguide expects 50 redundancies after a consultation process, while maintaining a long-term plan to cut around 200 posts and save CHF51 million. The article should explain the restructuring, assess the impact on Swiss air-traffic services and examine how employee proposals reduced the immediate job losses.
SWI swissinfo.ch
aviation
A SWISS Boeing 777 carrying 238 people diverted to the Azores after a chemical odour was detected onboard during its Chicago–Zurich flight. Passengers are expected to return to Switzerland later today, while the cause of the odour remains under investigation.
SWI swissinfo.ch
aviation
A SWISS flight to Boston was forced to land in Dublin after a passenger's powerbank began smoking, marking the second such incident for the airline in two weeks. This follows a New York-bound flight's emergency landing due to a crushed headphone case, raising concerns about the risks of lithium batteries on aircraft.
The Local Switzerland · +2 more
aviation
A perfect storm is brewing for Swiss air travel, with national aviation fuel reserves dropping below mandatory levels while a separate technical glitch at Zurich Airport significantly cuts landing capacity.
The Local Switzerland · +2 more
aviation
Swiss International Air Lines will cancel 326 flights from its upcoming summer schedule, including services to the US, due to operational constraints including a shortage of cockpit crew. The airline stated the cuts represent less than 0.5% of its total program but will impact summer travel plans.
The Local Switzerland · +2 more
travel
In a move to enhance onboard safety, SWISS and Edelweiss airlines have introduced new regulations effective January 15th, prohibiting the use of power banks during flights and limiting passengers to carrying a maximum of two such devices in their hand luggage.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
business
Lufthansa Group announces major administrative job cuts through 2030, with potential implications for its Swiss subsidiary SWISS
SWI swissinfo.ch
technology
Swiss airports among those impacted by widespread cyberattack on check-in systems, causing significant delays and highlighting vulnerability of aviation infrastructure.
The Local Switzerland
technology
Swiss airports recover from major cyberattack affecting check-in systems, causing significant delays and cancellations over the weekend
The Local Switzerland
technology
Zurich airport becomes first in Europe to test autonomous buses for employee transportation, with plans for remote operation by year-end.
SWI swissinfo.ch
transport
Euroairport achieves historic milestone with over 2.4 million summer passengers and record single-day traffic despite French air traffic controller strikes.
SWI swissinfo.ch
aviation
SWISS International Air Lines faces operational changes as Lufthansa Group announces centralization of European network management, impacting Swiss aviation autonomy
SWI swissinfo.ch
transportation
Major service reduction planned for Spring 2026 affects majority of destinations from Basel EuroAirport
The Local Switzerland
aviation
Swiss International Air Lines faces operational challenges due to training backlog caused by pandemic disruptions despite full flight academy.
Le News
aviation
Ground handling staff at Zurich Airport plan Friday strike affecting 35 flights, with 200 jobs at risk as Airline Assistance Switzerland considers operational suspension.
SWI swissinfo.ch
transportation
Flight delays at Zurich Airport decrease significantly compared to summer 2024, with 49% of flights delayed versus previous year's 58%, showing operational improvements
SWI swissinfo.ch
infrastructure
Regional airport at Samedan secures public approval for major expansion with 54% support, despite opposition from six municipalities including Samedan itself.
SWI swissinfo.ch
aviation
German airline explores importing Boeing aircraft through Switzerland to help address US trade deficit concerns amid tariff disputes.
SWI swissinfo.ch
technology
SolarStratos aircraft achieves highest solar-electric flight record above Switzerland, surpassing previous Solar Impulse milestone.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
