Katowice, Poland – 08.08.2025 – Wizz Air improves fuel efficiency by implementing StorkJet’s FlyGuide FPO (Flight Path Optimization) across its entire fleet. 

With the FlyGuide FPO module, pilots are supported with real-time, tail-specific recommendations for optimal speeds and altitudes during climb, cruise, and descent, delivered directly via FlyGuide EFB app. It provides clear, actionable guidance, helping pilots make better in-flight decisions. 

Before deploying FlyGuide FPO pilots were using the FMS (Flight Management System) to determine the most optimal speeds and altitudes. As this technology originates from the 1990s​, it is generic, uses simplified calculations and limited weather inputs, resulting in lower precision. It does not provide feedback to flight crews, leaving pilots to rely on manual decision-making​.  

With FlyGuide FPO pilots get real-time recommendations about speeds and altitudes, together with quick insight on alternative scenarios – including the cost difference when making other decisions. FlyGuide FPO uses highly accurate, data-driven performance models, high-resolution weather, and full integration of flight profiles using cloud computing. Pilots also get insights to understand why the optimum is where it is, what are the penalties if they cannot maintain it, as well as feedback after the flight. 

That is why, during the trial period, 88% of Wizz Air’s pilots reported using FlyGuide FPO on almost every flight, saying it improved their situational awareness and provided easy-to-follow guidance. After more than 10,000 test flights, the results spoke for themselves: a fuel reduction of 0.5% to 1% per flight. 

The implementation of the FlyGuide FPO continues a successful collaboration that started in 2019. From that time, Wizz Air has adopted the full range of StorkJet’s solutions, including AdvancedAPM (Aircraft Performance Monitoring for precise fuel planning), FuelPro (Fuel Efficiency Dashboard to save across 48 areas of operations) and FlyGuide (EFB App to support pilots in operational decision-making). 

“FlyGuide FPO has proven to be a practical and effective tool for our pilots,” said Diarmuid Ó Conghaile, Chief Operations Officer at Wizz Air. “It fits seamlessly into daily operations, supports better decision-making in real time, and delivers real savings. We are pleased to work with StorkJet on solutions that bring operational benefits.” 

“One of the key advantages of FlyGuide FPO is its ability to deliver tail-specific optimization directly to pilots in a clear and actionable way. This not only translates into 0,5%-1% of fuel savings per flight but also supports decision-making in real time. The fact that most pilots use it on almost every flight speaks for itself.” said Renata Niedziela, CEO of StorkJet. 

With FlyGuide FPO now fully integrated across the whole fleet (including NEO and CEO models, as well as XLR), Wizz Air improves efficiency and gives its – over 2,000 pilots – better tools to make more informed decisions during every flight in areas that directly influence fuel consumption. 

About Wizz Air: 
Wizz Air operates a fleet of 237 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. A team of dedicated aviation professionals delivers superior service and low fares, Wizz Air estimates to become the preferred choice of 75 million passengers in 2025. Wizz Air is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker WIZZ. The company was recently named one of the world’s top ten safest airlines by airlineratings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating agency, and named Airline of the Year by Air Transport Awards in 2019 and in 2023. Wizz Air has also been recognized as the “Most Sustainable Low-Cost Airline” within the World Finance Sustainability Awards in 2021-2025 and the “EMEA’s most Environmental Sustainability Airline Group of the Year” by the CAPA-Centre for Aviation Awards for Excellence 2024. 

About StorkJet:
StorkJet specializes in SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) solutions and consulting services that help airlines enhance fuel efficiency and operational performance. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Machine Learning, physics-based modeling, and big data analytics, StorkJet delivers advanced tools to drive measurable results with its comprehensive product portfolio, which consists of: 

• AdvancedAPM, Aircraft Performance Monitoring for accurate fuel planning, 
• FuelPro, which helps gain savings across 48 fuel initiatives from all flight phases 
• FlyGuide, an EFB application for pilots, which helps them plan the flight in an optimum and informative way and gives intuitive feedback after the flight. 
• The FlyGuide Flight Path Optimization (FPO) module provides pilots with optimum speeds and altitudes for climb, cruise, and descent, along with high-resolution weather data on the flight route. 

It spans all fuel-efficiency domains and supports all aircraft types, offering unparalleled flexibility and making StorkJet your one-stop partner for fuel optimization. 

• Lufthansa Systems combines three decades of experience with forward-looking technology
• From cloud-based operations to AI-driven efficiency – Lufthansa Systems sets new standards in aviation IT
• The future of aviation IT is intelligent, connected, and automated

Raunheim, 7^th August 2025. For 30 years, Lufthansa Systems has been at the forefront of aviation IT, driving digital transformation and enabling airlines to become smarter and more efficient. Founded in 1995 to elevate Lufthansa’s IT operations, the company quickly became a driving force in the digital evolution of the aviation sector. Today, its impressive product portfolio supports many critical airline business processes on the flight deck, in the cabin, and on the ground, serving more than 350 customers worldwide across all sizes and business models.

Lufthansa Systems continues to lead with cutting-edge technologies that address the most pressing challenges in aviation. They meet these requirements by utilizing advanced technologies and developing solutions designed to enhance airline operations’ predictability and efficiency.

The paperless flight deck is now a reality – and without Lufthansa Systems, who introduced digital navigation charts back in 2004, it wouldn’t be. Lido Flight 4D Integrated Flight Support (IFS) continues to optimize routes, enhancing efficiency while contributing to sustainability goals by reducing fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. As the industry embraces new distribution models, Lufthansa Systems is setting new standards by redefining financial processes. SIRAX/ONE Order allows airlines to seamlessly integrate revenue accounting into an order-focused environment, simplifying financial management and enhancing transparency. The smart operations control assistant NetLine/Ops++ aiOCC uses reinforcement learning to enable real-time disruption management, helping airlines minimize delays and optimize resources. Another recent innovation generates profitable flight schedules from scratch or refines existing ones, allowing the airline to adapt to volatile market conditions and maximize network profitability swiftly.

“For 30 years, Lufthansa Systems has been shaping aviation IT with cutting-edge solutions. From AI-driven operational control to seamless financial processes and optimized flight planning, our technology has helped airlines to navigate a fast-changing industry. The future of aviation IT is intelligent, connected, and automated – and Lufthansa Systems is leading the way,” said Stefanie Neumann, CEO of Lufthansa Systems.

Cloud-based infrastructure and intelligent IT solutions drive the innovation strategy of Lufthansa Systems. By enabling optimized flight planning, digitalized processes, and scalable cloud solutions, airlines reduce their environmental footprint while ensuring operational flexibility. The Global Aviation Cloud offers a highly secure and scalable environment for mission-critical applications, built on partnerships with Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure. This multi-cloud approach enables seamless deployment across diverse airline systems, reducing environmental impact while enhancing operational flexibility.

As sustainability becomes a defining factor in aviation, smart IT solutions play a critical role – from AI-driven route optimization to digitalized workflows and cloud-based efficiencies that reduce hardware dependency.

“We need a holistic approach to aviation technology: The demand for integrated solutions is growing as airlines shift from solving isolated departmental challenges to enhancing cross-functional collaboration. Our iterative, agile approach to development is key to driving innovation and ensuring technology meets real-world needs faster and more effectively,” said Neumann. “AI still has its limitations, but its potential is vast – and the next decade will see it play an even more critical role in shaping the future of aviation. That’s why Lufthansa Systems is investing heavily in cloud-based solutions, AI-driven decision-making, and real-time operational control systems to drive this transformation.”

About Lufthansa Systems
Lufthansa Systems GmbH, the leading airline IT provider, has been shaping the future of digital aviation for 30 years. Helping airlines unlock their full potential, the company combines profound industry know-how with advanced technological expertise. A subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, the company offers its more than 350 customers worldwide a portfolio with often market-leading products that cover all airline business processes – on the flight deck, in the cabin, and on the ground. Lufthansa Systems is committed to improving its own environ­mental footprint and that of its airline customers of all sizes and business models. Headquartered in Raunheim near Frankfurt/Main, Germany, Lufthansa Systems employs around 3,000 people at its locations in 16 countries.
www.LHsystems.com

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Managing Director: Stefanie Neumann

With Digital Winglets™ Porter saves 2-3 Percent of Fuel Per Optimized Flight and Improves On-time Performance Network-wide

Toronto, Canada, and Seattle, Washington, USA – July 30, 2025  – Porter Airlines, the fastest growing airline in Canada, and APiJET, the developer of the leading flight path optimization offering, Digital Winglets™, have announced the deployment of Digital Winglets™ across Porter Airlines’ North American fleet of Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. 

Digital Winglets™ is a flight path optimization (FPO) solution that builds on NASA’s Traffic Aware Strategic Aircrew Requests (TASAR) technology. NASA’s TASAR, along with APiJET’s proprietary algorithms, mapping technologies and live aircraft state data solutions, enable air carriers worldwide to make deconflicted, route-specific flight optimization decisions to save fuel, improve schedule reliability and on-time performance, and reduce carbon emissions.

Porter Airlines operates the world’s largest fleet of Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, and the deployment of Digital Winglets™ will allow them to save 2-3% fuel and 1-2 minutes per  optimized flight, while reducing delays network-wide.

“Digital Winglets™ provides a powerful suite of tools that allow us to optimize flights in real-time for the most fuel-efficient routing, which improves on-time performance and helps us deliver the elevated passenger experience that Porter is known for,” said Kent Woodside, executive vice president and COO at Porter Airlines. “The time and cost of introducing new technology across a fleet can be challenging. Deploying Digital Winglets™ was seamless, and APiJET provided a personal level of hands-on support throughout the process. Our continuing fleet expansion means that each new aircraft is seamlessly added to the platform immediately.” 

“With Digital Winglets™, Porter can optimize to save fuel and reduce enroute time, improving schedule performance while achieving emissions reductions as well. Porter has a bold vision for expansion, and we are excited to work with them to further achieve their objectives for customer experience and efficiency,” said Rob Green, CEO of APiJET. 

Digital Winglets™ is architected with a unique combination of online and ground-based technologies which allowed Porter to deploy it quickly and seamlessly into their fleet of 46 Embraer E195-E2 , with no hardware or software to install. As Porter continues its planned expansion of up to 100 Embraer E195-E2s, the benefits of Digital Winglets™ will be immediately available with no additional work. 

About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

About APiJET

Based in Seattle, WA, APiJET is the aviation software company behind Digital Winglets™, the flight route optimization solution that provides real-time, conflict-free, alternative flight paths. Digital Winglets™ continuously analyzes flight telemetry, including aircraft performance, wind, restricted airspace, convective weather, turbulence, and conflicting traffic, recommending real-time, conflict-free vertical and lateral rerouting. Digital Winglets™ reduces fuel burn and flight time, accelerating sustainability goals.

Contact:

Porter: media@flyporter.com

APiJET: press@apijet.com

Air Astana, the flag carrier of Kazakhstan, and its low-cost subsidiary FlyArystan have selected StorkJet to provide a comprehensive suite of fuel efficiency solutions following a thorough evaluation process. These innovative, data-driven technologies will streamline flight operations to reduce the airline’s carbon footprint, lower operating costs, and support sustainable growth.

Air Astana has been a StorkJet customer since 2019, initially using the AdvancedAPM service. After experiencing firsthand the reliability and impact of StorkJet’s solutions, the airline decided to expand the partnership.

As part of the new agreement, AdvancedAPM will cover the entire fleet, delivering accurate, tail-specific performance factors. This will enable Air Astana to improve daily fuel planning, reduce overburns, lower fuel consumption, and enhance flight safety.

In addition, the airline will implement Idle Factor Optimization toimprove descent efficiency and energy management.

FuelPro, StorkJet’s web-based fuel efficiency dashboard, will track distinct fuel initiatives across all flight phases. Powered by tail-specific performance models, FuelPro supports teams such as Fuel Management, Flight Operations, and Dispatch by enabling analysis of historical flights, simulation of scenarios, and identify precise saving opportunities – leading to better decision-making and improved operational efficiency.

Pilot engagement remains a cornerstone of Air Astana’s fuel efficiency strategy. To support this, the airline is implementing FlyGuide – StorkJet’s EFB application designed by pilots, for pilots. FlyGuide offers targeted insights through pre-flight fuel briefings, in-flight support, and post-flight feedback, promoting continuous operational improvement.

FlyGuide FPO (Flight Path Optimization) EFB application provides full-flight optimization by providing flight-specific optimized speed and altitude profiles.

Air Astana will also implement StorkJet’s newest innovation: FuelPro Lab. Combining deep fuel analysis expertise with AI-powered Large Language Models, this advanced framework uses QAR data to generate custom parameters, models, visualizations, and complex analyses – delivering results in seconds.

“Air Astana is proud to partner with StorkJet as we expand our data-driven approach to fuel efficiency,” said Eoin O’Malley, Head of Operations Technical & Transformation at Air Astana. “By placing our pilots and dispatchers at the center of our fuel efficiency program, StorkJet’s tail-specific performance modeling, AI-powered analytics, and intuitive pilot EFB applications provide the necessary insights and tools needed to reduce our environmental footprint, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational performance.”

About Air Astana and FlyArystan

Air Astana Group is the largest airline group in Central Asia and the Caucasus regions by revenue and fleet size. The Group operates a fleet of 61 aircraft split between Air Astana, its full-service airline that operated its inaugural flight in 2002, and FlyArystan, its low-cost airline established in 2019. The Group provides scheduled, point-to-point and transit, short-haul and long-haul air travel and cargo on domestic, regional and international routes across Central Asia, the Caucasus, the Far East, the Middle East, India and Europe. Air Astana was recognised fourteen times in a row as the “Best Airline in Central Asia and CIS” at the Skytrax World Airline Awards and received a five-star rating in the major airline category by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). The Group is listed on the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange, Astana International Exchange and London Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: AIRA).

For more information, visit www.airastana.com and www.flyarystan.com.

About StorkJet
StorkJet specializes in SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) solutions and consulting services that help airlines enhance fuel efficiency and operational performance. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Machine Learning, physics-based modeling, and big data analytics, StorkJet delivers advanced tools to drive measurable results with its comprehensive product portfolio, which consists of:

• AdvancedAPM, Aircraft Performance Monitoring for accurate fuel planning,
• FuelPro, which helps gain savings across 48 fuel initiatives from all flight phases
• FlyGuide, an EFB application for pilots, which helps them plan the flight in an optimum and informative way and gives intuitive feedback after the flight.
• The FlyGuide Flight Path Optimization (FPO) module provides pilots with optimum speeds and altitudes for climb, cruise, and descent, along with high-resolution weather data on the flight route.

It spans all fuel-efficiency domains and supports all aircraft types, offering unparalleled flexibility and making StorkJet your one-stop partner for fuel optimization.

A year ago, Volaris began its journey with StorkJet’s FlyGuide application to enhance fuel efficiency through pilot engagement. By leveraging tools that analyze historical flight data and provide actionable insights, FlyGuide has become an integral part of their operations. This article reflects on the remarkable progress achieved over the past year, focusing on key initiatives that have delivered measurable improvements in both operational costs and environmental sustainability.

Reflecting on the Journey: A Year of Progress

After a full year of implementation, the results speak for themselves. The graphic below presents significant improvements, showcasing an impressive 33.7 kg of fuel savings per flight and a total of 3823 tons saved annually when sustained.

Figure 1: Summary of initiatives and savings.

These results were achieved through focused efforts on specific initiatives, with FPC (Flight Path Compliance), Climb, Cruise, Descent Speed and Departure Reduced Flaps emerging as standout use cases.

Use Case 1: FPC Descent Speed – Informed Decisions for Optimal Results

One of the most impactful features of FlyGuide is the Historical Flight tab, where pilots can review their performance post-flight. By analyzing their descent profile and comparing it to the optimum, pilots can clearly see:

• What Mach/IAS they flew at and what was the vertical deviation to the optimal profile
• What was the company policy ECON speed at any given moment of the flight,
• How much fuel/CO2/DOC they saved, and
• How much more they could have saved by optimum, IDLE descent profile

This actionable feedback empowers pilots to adjust their behavior on future flights, creating a cycle of continuous improvement. The ability to visualize both actual and optimal performance has been a key driver of success. For example, in the graph shown, we observe that delayed descent led to speed increase followed by the use of speed brakes and an excessive reduction in speed.

Figure 2: Example of sub-optimum descent

By reviewing these detailed post-flight metrics, pilots can master their descent management techniques. This allows for targeted improvements in future flights, ensuring smoother and more fuel-efficient operations.

The implementation of FlyGuide has yielded significant improvements across the fleet.

Figure 3: Success Rate and DOC improvement for Descent Flight Speed.

For instance:

• Success Rate: Improved from approximately 70% to over 80%
• Direct Operating Cost (DOC): Reduced from 13 kg to just 7 kg per flight

These results are clearly visible in the statistical analysis, showcasing how FlyGuide empowers pilots to make data-driven conclusions that impact fuel efficiency and cost savings.

By combining post-flight insights with actionable recommendations, FlyGuide continues to drive measurable progress in descent management, contributing to both environmental sustainability and operational excellence.

Use Case 2: Departure Reduced Flaps – Small Adjustments, Big Impact

Another initiative that drives fuel efficiency gains is Departure Reduced Flaps. The optimum flap configuration of the take-off performance calculation tool is the one which gives the highest FLEX setting (highest thrust reduction). Often the differences in FLEX between flap settings are marginal. FlyGuide’s Departure tab provides pilots with recommendations for optimal takeoff configurations resulting in the lowest fuel consumption. By processing historical data and aligning with airline targets, the application identifies the most fuel-efficient flap settings for specific runways and intersections.

By accessing the Departure tab within the FlyGuide app for their specific flight, pilots can check recommended flap settings and understand how these configurations impact fuel burn. Cases where selection of lower flap setting results in decrease of FLEX can be disabled in targets or pilots can decide to take higher flap setting if take-off performance calculations show difference in FLEX.

This feature allows pilots to make informed decisions about flap settings, balancing operational safety, maintenance costs and fuel efficiency. For instance, a transition from a high-flap configuration to a low-flap configuration resulted in a reduction of take-off fuel from 216 kg to 202 kg for the same departure runway. This improvement of 14 kg highlights the tangible benefits of implementing the recommended configurations.

Figure 4: Example of fuel consumption improvement for runway 23L.

The progress achieved is further supported by data from the FuelPro tool, a comprehensive analytics platform designed to track and visualize fuel efficiency performance across various initiatives. Over the past year, the success rate for applying the optimal flap configuration has increased from approximately 60% to nearly 80%. This improvement has directly contributed to a decrease in remaining savings from 6.5 kg to 3.7 kg per flight with no change in average engine thrust reduction.

Figure 5: Success Rate and DOC improvement for Departure Reduced Flaps.

This case demonstrates how structured data, actionable insights, and consistent pilot engagement can drive measurable fuel savings and operational improvements.

Conclusion

One year after implementing FlyGuide EFB, the results are clear: pilots are more engaged, fuel efficiency has improved, and the airline is reaping the rewards of data-driven decision-making. By concentrating on broader initiatives like Flight Path Compliance and the Reduction of Flaps during both Departure and Arrival, the airline has achieved measurable progress. These efforts have translated into significant environmental and economic benefits, with the airline managing to save nearly 4,000 tons of fuel annually!

Marco Charles, Director of OCC at Volaris, noted:

“FlyGuide gives our pilots the right insights at the right time, based on Data (facts) and with a fair way of disregarding constraints and limitations effects which are out of Pilots’ control, creating healthy feedback for them and engagement from them. Such feedback and engagement help to prepare safely and efficiently each flight and track their performance over time. The result is clear: measurable fuel savings, flight after flight.”

Looking ahead, FlyGuide aims to continue empowering airlines in their efforts to enhance efficiency and sustainability. With the right tools and a collaborative approach, there is still significant potential for further improvements and savings. The progress achieved so far is just the beginning of a broader journey toward operational excellence.

On April 8–9, 2025, Warsaw became a global meeting point for aviation professionals from Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East. The StorkJet User Group Meeting gathered over 20 airlines managing a combined fleet of nearly 3,000 aircraft.

This two-day forum focused on technology, data analytics, and sustainable aviation. Held at Elektrownia Powiśle — a unique and inspiring venue in the heart of Warsaw — the event brought together industry leaders to explore how innovation and collaboration are shaping the future of operational efficiency.

Day 1: Advanced analytics and new capabilities

The first day focused on presenting the latest developments in one of StorkJet’s core products — FuelPro — along with FuelPro Lab, the company’s most advanced platform for operational data analytics.

FuelPro Lab is a flexible analytical framework that enables airlines to build custom parameters, visualizations, and models using second-by-second QAR data  — using natural language conversation. Whether it’s trajectory comparisons, overburn attribution, or dispatcher-ready dashboards, it allows full control over analytical logic and output. Integrated with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau, FuelPro Lab supports both everyday decisions and strategic planning.

If you’d like to see how this solution works in practice, we invite you to explore more at our recent webinar recording focused on AI transformation in fuel efficiency.

How can AI transformation in fuel efficiency reshape your work?

The four analytical layers concept within FuelPro were also presented, demonstrating how users can transition from predefined fuel-saving initiatives to fully customized dashboards and reports using the Fuel Efficiency Dashboard.

Among the key product updates showcased during the session were:

• The Alerting Module for automatic  monitoring, detection and notification of operational anomalies. Learn more in the article: How Alerting Module supports proactive decision-making,

• the Emissions Reporting Tool, supporting CORSIA and ETS (EU, UK and Swiss) emissions programs

• and advanced taxi and contingency fuel prediction models, fully integrated with flight planning systems via API.

StorkJet highlighted that the development of both FuelPro and FuelPro Lab is guided by two key pillars: the real-world needs of airline customers and alignment with evolving industry regulations. A recurring theme throughout the event was the importance of tailored solutions, as no single, generic system can address the operational complexities of every airline. That is why flexibility and customization remain at the core of the platform’s design philosophy.

One of the sessions on Day 1 was dedicated to recent developments and the upcoming roadmap of FlyGuide, StorkJet’s in-flight decision support tool. The presentation focused on how FlyGuide enhances situational awareness by delivering phase-specific guidance to pilots — based on performance data, airline SOPs, and statistical benchmarks.

New features showcased included terrain visualization, traffic awareness, and vertical profile charts supporting more intuitive decision-making during climb and descent.

Additionally, FlyGuide now offers post-flight analytics to support performance debriefing, as well as direct feedback tools for pilots and managers. All of these updates reflect a single aim: to help crews apply best practices in real time and close the gap between planning and execution.

A highlight of the day was a case study presented by Jaime Romero Waldhorn, Fuel Efficiency Manager at Wizz Air, who shared how the airline uses statistical taxi fuel prediction and API-based integration to achieve more accurate and efficient flight planning.

The full case study is available here: Improving efficiency of Wizz Air’s taxi fuel planning

Day 2: Performance monitoring and the future of operational data

The second day was dedicated to exploring how data can drive more effective technical monitoring and support smarter operational and environmental decisions.

A key topic was the evolution of AdvancedAPM, StorkJet’s solution for monitoring aircraft and engine performance. Recent developments focused on improving overburn attribution, identifying the root causes of degradation, and integrating precise performance factors into flight planning workflows. New capabilities also included automatic significant day-to-day changes and dedicated modules for evaluating the impact of maintenance actions.

A highlight of the day was a keynote by Prof. Ulrich Schumann from DLR, who shared insights on aviation’s impact on climate change and explained role of contrails.

Next, attention shifted to FlyGuide FPO, a tool supporting tail-specific flight path optimization. The system simulates multiple scenarios for each aircraft and identifies cost-optimal climb, cruise, and descent profiles — based on actual performance, current weather, and operational constraints. Trial results shared during the meeting  included savings achieved and high pilot adoption.

The agenda also featured sessions from industry partners. Flightkeys shared insights on navdata handling and trajectory optimization in complex airspaces. Hinfact presented a proof-of-concept showing how adaptive training, based on real pilot performance and flight data, can improve compliance with fuel initiatives and generate measurable savings. NAV Flight Services showcased their NAVlink system, designed to improve descent performance through optimized wind uplinks and idle factor harmonization across systems.

The day concluded with the Statistical Perspective session, which focused on interpreting performance data in context. Instead of relying on raw metrics, participants explored how energy management, approach techniques, and operational consistency impact descent efficiency.

Final takeaways

User Group Meeting 2025 confirmed that the future of operational efficiency in aviation lies in advanced analytics, process automation, and the intelligent use of data.

FuelPro Lab, FlyGuide FPO, and AdvancedAPM were presented as one of the key enablers of this transformation, providing airlines with customizable tools to turn complex data into meaningful decisions.

The event served as a forum for showcasing innovation and as a space for open exchange and shared learning.

StorkJet thanks to all participants for their engagement, insights, and contributions to shaping the future of aviation.

We look forward to seeing you at the next edition!

Gulf Air joins the SkyBreathe® community!

Toulouse, France, Tuesday, June 10, 2025 – OpenAirlines, the leading provider of fuel efficiency solutions for airlines, is proud to announce that Gulf Air has joined the SkyBreathe® user community. The national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain has selected SkyBreathe® to power the next phase of its operational efficiency and environmental performance journey.

As part of this partnership, Gulf Air will implement SkyBreathe®, a solution that helps airlines reduce fuel consumption by analyzing flight data and identifying areas for savings. Already used by over 70 airlines worldwide, SkyBreathe® leverages advanced algorithms, artificial intelligence, and big data to deliver actionable recommendations to both operational teams and pilots. This collaborative model will support the airline in aligning all teams toward shared fuel-saving and performance improvement goals.

To complete this data-driven efficiency strategy, Gulf Air pilots will also be equipped with SkyBreathe® MyFuelCoach. The app delivers personalized eco-briefings during both pre-flight and post-flight phases, offering each user tailored insights into fuel-saving opportunities based on their individual performance. Pilots gain practical, data-driven support by making this tool part of their daily routines to adopt more efficient flying habits.

Finally, SkyBreathe® Advisor will bring Gulf Air powerful AI-driven capabilities to support its efficiency goals further. Integrated into the SkyBreathe® 360° platform, the smart assistant leverages a database of over 15 million flights spanning over a decade, to deliver predictive insights and actionable guidance, helping teams identify high-impact areas for fuel savings.

“We are proud to support Gulf Air in this new phase. Their choice of SkyBreathe® is a strong signal of their commitment to more sustainable aviation, and also a testament to their trust in our expertise. It reflects their continuous drive to innovate by aligning operational performance with environmental responsibility” said Alexandre Feray, CEO of OpenAirlines.

“At Gulf Air, we are committed to embracing innovation that drives operational efficiency and environmental responsibility. The implementation of SkyBreathe® and the MyFuelCoach application marks a significant step forward in our sustainability journey. We look forward to this partnership, which reflects our proactive approach to reducing fuel consumption and minimizing our environmental footprint, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance.” stated Captain Qasim Ismaeel, COO of Gulf Air

This next chapter of collaboration reflects a strengthened approach tailored to the aviation industry’s evolving challenges. By integrating advanced technology and artificial intelligence, this partnership drives progress toward enhanced efficiency and greener operations.

About Gulf Air

Gulf Air: A Tradition of Excellence

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has been operating since 1950, making it one of the earliest airlines established in the Middle East. The airline operates scheduled flights from its hub at Bahrain International Airport to various destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Far East. Gulf Air is recognized as a “Five-Star Major Airline” by APEX, based on verified traveler reviews, and has been awarded this prestigious status for the year 2025. The airline was also named “World’s Most Improved Airline” in 2022 by Skytrax. For more information, visit: www.gulfair.com

Gulf Air Social Media Platforms:

• Instagram: @gulfair
• LinkedIn: Gulf Air
• Twitter (×): @GulfAir

About OpenAirlines

OpenAirlines is a privately-owned company comprising a team of highly qualified mathematicians, aeronautical engineers, data scientists, pilots, IT experts, and aircraft performance specialists who operate from its bases in Toulouse, Hong Kong, Miami, and Montreal.

The French clean-tech is specialized in developing digital technology to help airlines achieve their sustainability and emissions targets. They developed SkyBreathe®, a comprehensive eco-flying solution for airlines to reduce fuel costs and CO2 emissions, today used by 70+ airlines worldwide, including, Atlas Air, DHL, Norwegian, Air France, IndiGo, and Korean Air.

More information: https://www.openairlines.com 

PR contacts

Gulf Air
Phone: +973 17353464
Email: corporate.communications@gulfairgroup.bh

OpenAirlines
Solveig Moisan, Chief Marketing Officer
solveig.moisan@openairlines.com

Monday 26^th February 2025, Malta – KM Malta Airlines is pleased to announce its partnership with OpenAirlines, aimed at further enhancing its commitment to environmental sustainability.

As the operator of one of the youngest all-Airbus A320neo fleets, KM Malta Airlines is dedicated to minimising its environmental impact. By utilising OpenAirline’s SkyBreathe^® Fuel Efficiency platform, the airline will leverage advanced technology to equip its pilots, flight operation managers, maintenance engineers, dispatchers, and fuel managers with essential tools to achieve its sustainability objectives. Designed for multiple stakeholders, the software solution offers a user-friendly interface that ensures smooth and efficient teamwork to minimize fuel consumption. KM Malta Airlines will also benefit from ongoing guidance from OpenAirlines fuel experts to optimize its use and achieve continuous fuel savings.

By harnessing Big Data algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning, SkyBreathe® analyzes and centralizes flight data from multiple sources, such as aircraft systems, weather, air traffic control, and maintenance. With over 21 million flights analyzed, SkyBreathe® relies on the world’s largest fuel efficiency database for airlines. This data-driven approach will enable KM Malta Airlines to achieve up to 5% fuel savings and significantly cut CO2 emissions while enhancing operational efficiency.

Declan Keller, Chief Operations Officer and Accountable Manager at KM Malta Airlines, commented on the partnership: “This collaboration represents a significant step forward in our ongoing drive towards reducing our carbon footprint. The SkyBreathe® Fuel Efficiency platform will empower our pilots with personalised feedback and insights to optimise fuel consumption, implement best practices, and enhance operational efficiency, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and passenger comfort. Through detailed analysis of flight data, we will refine our operational procedures to ensure we are maximizing the potential of our modern, fuel-efficient A320neo fleet. Our ambition is clear, to become one of the most sustainable airlines in the Mediterranean.”

David G. Curmi, Executive Chairman of KM Malta Airlines, echoed this commitment, emphasising the airline’s alignment with Malta’s broader environmental goals: “Sustainability is at the heart of our vision for KM Malta Airlines. As Malta’s national carrier, we recognise our responsibility not only to reduce our environmental impact but also to lead by example in supporting the country’s transition towards a greener future. This partnership with OpenAirlines underlines our commitment to driving innovation in our operations and contributing to a more sustainable aviation industry.”

Alexandre Feray, CEO of OpenAirlines, shared his enthusiasm about the partnership: “It’s a pleasure to welcome KM Malta Airlines to the SkyBreathe® Community, and we are excited to see them leverage our platform to make significant strides in operational efficiency. With their young fleet and dynamic mindset, we are confident they will achieve meaningful fuel and CO2 reductions while actively contributing to a better future for the aviation industry.”

The adoption of the SkyBreathe® Fuel Efficiency platform forms part of KM Malta Airlines’ wider strategy to integrate sustainable practices across all areas of its operations, ensuring that its growth is both responsible and future focused.

About KM Malta Airlines 

KM Malta Airlines Ltd. is the new national airline of the Maltese Islands which performed its first flight on the 31st of March 2024. Established to protect and enhance the connectivity of the Maltese Islands to Europe and beyond, to support the Islands’ continued economic development and to grow into a successful and sustainable airline. Serving 18 major passenger and cargo hubs in 16 key cities and with 
partnerships with bigger airlines through codeshare and interline agreements.

About OpenAirlines

OpenAirlines is a privately owned company comprising a team of highly qualified mathematicians, aeronautical engineers, data scientists, pilots, IT experts, and aircraft performance specialists who operate from its bases in Toulouse, Hong Kong, Miami, and Montreal.

The French clean-tech is specialized in developing digital technology to help airlines achieve their sustainability and emissions targets. They developed SkyBreathe®, a comprehensive eco-flying solution for airlines to reduce fuel costs and CO2 emissions, today used by 70+ airlines worldwide, including, Atlas Air, DHL, Norwegian, Air France, IndiGo, and Korean Air.
For more information, visit: https://www.openairlines.com 

Katowice, Poland – 20.02.2025 – StorkJet, a SaaS provider of innovative aircraft performance and fuel efficiency solutions, is happy to announce that the largest Group of carriers in Latin America, LATAM Airlines Group S.A., has joined its growing community. This partnership is a step in optimizing LATAM’s operational processes, further reinforcing the airline’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency.

LATAM Airlines Group is adopting AdvancedAPM, which includes Aircraft Performance Monitoring, Idle Factor optimization, and comprehensive diagnostics for airframe and engine performance as part of the collaboration.  These tools will support LATAM in optimizing fuel efficiency, streamlining fuel planning processes, and enhancing operational reliability.

Integrating IDLE Factor optimization will support more efficient descents, reducing fuel consumption and minimizing the need for speed brake usage, decreasing the probability of a high-energy approach.

Additionally, with StorkJet AdvancedAPM, LATAM will benefit from highly precise Performance Factors, which allow fuel planning to be updated one day after a performance change.

 “We are excited to work with LATAM Airlines Group, a key player in Latin America, and support their efforts to optimize operations and reduce their carbon intensity,” said Renata Niedziela, CEO of StorkJet. “By implementing AdvancedAPM and Idle Factor optimization, we’re empowering LATAM with tools that provide data-driven insights for precise fuel planning and more efficient descents. By combining LATAM’s forward-thinking approach with StorkJet’s innovative solutions, we are contributing to building a more sustainable and efficient industry.”

This partnership showcases LATAM’s ongoing commitment to operational efficiency and sustainability, inspiring the aviation industry’s shift toward more efficient practices. By embracing advanced technology, LATAM continues to build its reputation as a forward-thinking leader, and this collaboration with StorkJet is set to drive that progress even further.

For StorkJet, welcoming LATAM Airlines Group into its client portfolio marks an exciting step in strengthening its footprint in Latin America and reinforcing its role as a go-to partner for fuel efficiency and operational optimization.

About StorkJet 

StorkJet specializes in SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) solutions and consulting services that help airlines enhance fuel efficiency and operational performance. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Machine Learning, physics-based modeling, and big data analytics, StorkJet delivers advanced tools to drive measurable results. Our comprehensive product portfolio spans all fuel-efficiency domains and supports all aircraft types, offering unparalleled flexibility and making StorkJet your one-stop partner for fuel optimization. Learn more at www.storkjet.com.

ABOUT LATAM AIRLINES GROUP

LATAM Airlines Group S.A. and its subsidiaries are the leading airline group in Latin America, with presence in five domestic markets in the region: Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, in addition to international operations within Latin America and to Europe, Oceania, Africa, the United States and the Caribbean.

The group has a fleet of Boeing 767, 777, 787, Airbus A321, A321neo A320, A320neo and A319 aircraft. LATAM Cargo Chile, LATAM Cargo Colombia and LATAM Cargo Brazil are the LATAM group’s cargo subsidiaries,In addition to having access to the bellies of the passenger affiliates’ aircraft, they have a fleet of 21 freighters. These cargo subsidiaries have access to the group’s passenger aircraft, and operate within the LATAM group network, as well as on exclusive international routes for cargo transportation. In addition, they offer a modern infrastructure and a wide variety of services and support options to meet the needs of its customers.

Before airplanes even reach the runway, pilots must file a plan to inform air traffic controllers where they’re going and the path they are going to take. When planes are in the air, however, that plan often changes. From turbulence causing passenger discomfort and additional fuel use to unexpected weather patterns blocking the original path, pilots have to think on the fly and inform air traffic controllers of any modifications to their routes.

In the past, these changes would have to happen suddenly and with little lead time. But as airplanes have become more digitally connected, the flying machines can take advantage of the additional data they receive, and a NASA-developed technology can help pilots find the best path every time. 

NASA has explored methods to improve aircraft efficiency since its inception. Among the agency’s most famous contributions are winglets, upturned vertical flanges at the ends of airplane wings that eliminate turbulence at the wingtip and significantly save fuel. Fuel efficiency is critical to future aircraft development, as it not only improves performance and the weight it can carry but also reduces the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere.

David Wing, principal researcher of air traffic management at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, develops advanced autonomy systems for aircraft, allowing operators to directly manage flight paths in crowded skies. He noticed some of the same technology used for safe routing could also optimize routes for flights already in the air. Allowing pilots to identify a better path as soon as it’s available could save time and money.

“Air traffic control is there to keep the aircraft safely separated from other aircraft,” said Wing. “So, the trick is, when you need to change your routing, what route do you ask for, and how much will it save you?”

Under Wing’s lead, NASA developed Traffic-Aware Strategic Aircrew Requests (TASAR), a piece of software pilots and ground operations teams can use to find better routes in transit. TASAR uses a genetic algorithm, a machine learning system that finds the optimal answer by pitting hundreds of route changes against each other and seeing which one comes out on top. TASAR takes a map of the area and draws hundreds of lines radiating from the airplane. These lines represent potential routes the plane could take. The software whittles down every route it generates, avoiding ones that stray into no-fly zones or dangerous weather systems or get too close to other aircraft until it’s found the most efficient route the airplane can take. Then, it’s up to the pilot to take the computer’s advice. Information is constantly updated using sensors on the airplane and connections to ground-based services, which TASAR takes into account.

“The algorithms had been tested and matured already for many years in our research, so they were in pretty good shape,” Wing said. “But we had to connect this system to a real aircraft, which meant that we needed to be able to access data from the onboard avionics.”

On NASA test flights, the software worked perfectly, but for TASAR to break into more flights, commercial planes needed to be able to access large amounts of data. As it turned out, a solution was close at hand.

The company iJET originally built components that could keep planes connected to the latest information available on the ground, which often wasn’t available in the sky. After developing better antennas, the company soon began working on a new integrated computer system for airplanes to collect data and stay connected to ground-based information sources. When looking for a “killer app” for the system, the company discovered TASAR.

“We saw that NASA was getting to the conclusion of this work, and we took a business decision to pick up the baton,” said Rob Green, CEO of the company.

After being acquired by another company called Aviation Partners, the Seattle-based company was renamed APiJET in 2018 and became the first company to license TASAR from NASA. APiJET proceeded to tie the software to the in-flight computer system. The company’s version of TASAR is called Digital Winglets, named after the NASA invention.

The app runs on electronic flight bags, computer devices approved for use in flight operations by the Federal Aviation Administration, most commonly Apple iPads. Green said there are no plans to integrate it directly into a cockpit instrument panel because updating an app is easier. In testing with Alaska Airlines, Green said the program saved 2% on fuel, working out to approximately 28,000 pounds of fuel per hundred flights.

“Two percent may not sound like much, but little savings can really add up at airline scale,” Green said. 

Several more airlines have tested the technology, and Frontier Airlines is currently field testing for a potential deployment of Digital Winglets across its fleet. APiJET still keeps in touch with the developers at NASA to further research TASAR’s benefits and build out its commercial capabilities.

“Everybody that worked on TASAR at NASA should be really proud of their direct impact on fuel savings and carbon reduction,” Green said. “It’s a lot to wrap your head around, but it works.”

NASA has a long history of transferring technology to the private sector. The agency’s Spinoff publication profiles NASA technologies that have transformed into commercial products and services, demonstrating the broader benefits of America’s investment in its space program. Spinoff is a publication of the Technology Transfer program in NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD).

For more information on how NASA brings space technology down to Earth, visit:

www.spinoff.nasa.gov