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airBaltic plane experiences system error, alarms passengers
airBaltic plane experiences system error, alarms passengers
About 120 passengers who flew from the Finnish capital Helsinki to Riga on Friday, March 29, on the flight “BT308” of the Latvian national airline airBaltic, experienced an alarming flight, reports Finnish media “Ilta-Sanomat”. Shortly after take-off, oxygen masks fell in the cabin of the airBaltic Airbus A220-300 plane.
Rīga Airport to change brand and build 'airport city'
Rīga Airport to change brand and build 'airport city'
Rīga International Airport plans to rebrand and work on the creation of an airport city, said Laila Odiņa, chairwoman of the airport's board, at a presentation event on January 22, Latvian Television's Kārlis Miksons reports.
Historic plane on display at Rīga airport
Historic plane on display at Rīga airport
At Riga International Airport, a replica of the I-12 plane built by the legendary Latvian aircraft constructor Kārlis Irbītis, designed in 1937, has been unveiled, Latvian Television reported on August 30.
British Airways announces return to Rīga International Airport
British Airways announces return to Rīga International Airport
The return to the Latvian market has been announced by British Airways, the British national airline, which will offer flights from Riga to London Heathrow Airport three times a week starting on October 29. Tourism industry is welcoming of this while aviation expert addressed by Latvian Television August 3 is more cautious.
Latvia – USA direct flights will be possible in future
Latvia – USA direct flights will be possible in future
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assigned Category 1 to Latvia following an audit of the Latvian Civil Aviation Agency (CAA). It entitles aircraft operators established in Latvia to carry out commercial flights to the United States, Latvian Television reported on July 6.
Norwegian puts Latvia expansion plans on hold
Norwegian puts Latvia expansion plans on hold
Airline company Norwegian (formerly known as Norwegian Air) has decided to suspend its plan to establish a base at Rīga International Airport until the summer season of 2024, the airline confirmed to Latvian Television May 20.
Gauss: airBaltic has not bought luxury vehicles
Gauss: airBaltic has not bought luxury vehicles
Electric vehicles leased by the Latvian national airline airBaltic are not qualified as luxury vehicles, the company's executive director, Martin Gauss, said at a press conference on Thursday, March 30.
Fire at Rumbula industrial area Thursday night
Fire at Rumbula industrial area Thursday night
A fire broke out in Rīga, Rumbula industrial area on Thursday evening, which involved extensive rescue forces and a Latvian railway fire-fighting train. The fire was contained around 23:00, according to the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD).
USS Paul Ignatius calls in at Rīga port
USS Paul Ignatius calls in at Rīga port
The United States Navy missile ship-destroyer “USS Paul Ignatius” paid a visit to Rīga port on Thursday. The ship, which is on a planned patrol in the Baltic Sea, carries out surveillance and participates in joint training with NATO's allied Maritime Command, Latvian Television reported September 15.
Helicopter above Rīga maps 'digital twin' of city
Helicopter above Rīga maps 'digital twin' of city
The low-flying helicopter, which has been seen above several Rīga suburbs in recent weeks, has performed laser scanning work to acquire a 3D model of the city and its surroundings, Latvian Television reported on August 31.
airBaltic celebrates 50 million passengers
airBaltic celebrates 50 million passengers
The fifty-millionth passenger of the Latvian national airline airBaltic was awaited with a ceremony at Rīga International Airport on Monday, August 29, Latvian Television reported on August 31.
Body of missing man recovered from River Gauja
Body of missing man recovered from River Gauja
The State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) searched for a man missing in the Gauja river since Wednesday, VUGD representative Ilze Dāme-Birziņa told Latvian Television on June 25.
Experts mull possible backup airfield for Rīga Airport
Experts mull possible backup airfield for Rīga Airport
If for any reason the runway of Rīga International Airport is closed, airlines must land in Lithuania or Estonia. It raises the question on whether Latvia should think about a backup airstrip or airfield, Latvian Television reported February 16.
Hold your drones, Latvian authorities warn
Hold your drones, Latvian authorities warn
The State Police and the Civil Aviation Agency remind the public that unmanned aircraft (drones) are not a toy that can be used anywhere, Latvian Television reported September 9.
How can you fly in the Covid-19 era? Interview with airBaltic's Martin Gauss
How can you fly in the Covid-19 era? Interview with airBaltic's Martin Gauss
After several years of rapid growth, Latvian national airline airBaltic was brought back down to earth in 2020 by the Covid-19 crisis. It laid off staff and saw its routes and schedules cut back dramatically. Chairman and chief executive Martin Gauss spoke to LTV to review the situation and outline future strategy in a drastically changed aviation environment. You can watch the full interview above and read an edited version below.
Watch: Fighter jets refueled in-flight over Latvia and Estonia
Watch: Fighter jets refueled in-flight over Latvia and Estonia
Thousands of soldiers, alongside armored transport and fighter jets are partaking in the international Saber Strike exercise taking place June 3 to 15. One of the most impressive parts of this was an aerial refueling operation over Latvia and Estonia, reports LTV.