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11 June 2026 – Loganair, the UK’s leading regional airline, has announced a strategic partnership with OpenAirlines, a global provider of fuel efficiency technology, as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainable aviation.

The Glasgow-based carrier, which operates more than 70 routes across the UK and Europe, is the first UK regional airline to adopt SkyBreathe®, OpenAirlines’ flagship fuel-efficiency software.

The technology is live across Loganair’s operations, marking a significant step forward in the airline’s sustainability and operational efficiency strategy.

SkyBreathe® is a comprehensive eco-flying solution used by more than 80 airlines worldwide, including Air France, Norwegian, and Korean Air. The platform harnesses advanced algorithms, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics to identify fuel-saving opportunities, delivering actionable recommendations to operational teams and flight crews alike.

By joining the SkyBreathe® global community, Loganair will also benefit from other airlines’ experience and advice.

Luke Farajallah, CEO, Loganair, said: “We are proud to be among the first UK airlines to adopt SkyBreathe® and implement its innovative technology.

“Fuel efficiency is not just a cost issue for a regional airline – it is central to our ability to keep connecting communities across Scotland and the wider UK in a way that’s commercially sustainable and environmentally responsible.

“We look forward to seeing the results as the programme matures.”

Alexandre Feray, CEO, OpenAirlines, said: “Loganair has shown a clear commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its operations, and we are proud to support them as they take this important step in their fuel efficiency journey.

With SkyBreathe®, Loganair will be able to turn flight data into concrete fuel-saving actions, reduce CO₂ emissions, and benefit from the experience of a global community of airlines committed to more efficient and sustainable operations.”

The partnership reflects Loganair’s ongoing commitment to mitigating the environmental impact of flying.

In 2021, the airline launched its industry-leading GreenSkies environmental programme, which aims to deliver emissions reduction, next-generation aircraft, and reach net zero by 2040. It also operates the GreenSkies Community Fund, an initiative that supports charities, community groups, and small businesses in reaching their sustainability goals.

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Issued by BIG Partnership on behalf of Loganair. For further information, please contact: loganair@bigpartnership.co.uk

About Loganair

Loganair is the UK’s leading regional airline, operating nearly 70 routes and carrying more than 1.5 million passengers each year. Founded in 1962, the airline serves communities across Scotland, England, Ireland, the Isle of Man, and beyond, from a network of bases including Glasgow, Aberdeen, Orkney, and Jersey.

The airline is committed to reaching net zero by 2040 and is the only UK regional airline on the government’s Jet Zero Council. Its GreenSkies Community fund has awarded more than £100,000 to sustainability projects since launching in 2021.

About the OpenAirlines–CEFA Group

OpenAirlines is the global leader in fuel efficiency solutions. Its flagship AI-powered platform, SkyBreathe®, helps airlines reduce fuel burn and emissions by up to 5%. Last year alone, the SkyBreathe® community saved 714M kg of fuel, $600M, and ~2.2M tons of CO₂. In 2026, OpenAirlines acquired CEFA Aviation, a pioneer in 3D flight data animation.

The OpenAirlines–CEFA Group now serves a community of 160+ airlines and 90,000 pilots, building a unified flight operations platform and pilot-centric ecosystem that sets a new standard for efficient, sustainable, and safe aviation.

Information Design connects Faro, Funchal, Lisbon and Porto to the World’s Leading Digital Fueling Network

Information Design, the German aviation software solution provider behind aFuel – the world’s leading digital aviation fueling network – today announced the successful go-live of four Portuguese airports: Faro (FAO), Funchal (FNC), Lisbon (LIS) and Porto (OPO). This expansion marks a significant milestone in aFuel’s continued growth across Southern Europe, bringing real-time digital fueling capabilities to one of the continent’s most dynamic aviation markets – including key gateway hubs on the Portuguese mainland and across the Atlantic archipelagos of Madeira.

Powered by a Strong Partnership Network

The Portugal go-live is a direct result of aFuel’s deliberate strategy of building deep, trusted partnerships across the aviation fueling ecosystem. Rather than operating in isolation, aFuel functions as an open platform – connecting IT dispatch system providers, into-plane agents, ground handlers and airlines within a single, interoperable digital network.

The Portuguese stations are connected thanks to two cornerstone partners: The IT dispatch system integration is provided by ebits, a long-standing technology partner of Information Design with a proven track record of delivering reliable fueling dispatch systems across multiple European markets. On the ground, Petrogal – one of Portugal’s most established fuel and energy companies – serves as the into-plane agent, ensuring seamless physical fueling operations at all five airports.

The Partnership Network as a Strategic Asset

aFuel’s global reach is inseparable from the strength of its partner ecosystem. Today, the network spans hundreds of airports across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas – a footprint that would be impossible without the operational expertise and on-the-ground presence of trusted partners like ebits and Petrogal.

As aFuel continues to expand, the depth and quality of its partner network will remain central to its growth strategy, because each new partner that joins the network increases the value for every airline already connected – and every new airline that connects creates more opportunity for existing partners.

Julia Büchner, CEO, Information Design:
“Portugal is more than a geographic expansion – it is a demonstration of what aFuel’s partnership model can achieve as our network is only as strong as the partners who bring it to life. ebits has been a trusted technology ally for years, and Petrogal brings exactly the kind of local expertise and operational credibility that airlines need in order to trust the fueling process. Together, we are not just adding four airports to a list – we are extending a network of reliability that airlines can count on every single day. Portugal is a milestone, but it is also a blueprint for what comes next.”

About aFuel
aFuel is the world’s leading digital aircraft fueling network, operated by Information Design. It connects airlines with fuel providers and into-plane agents at more than 300 airports worldwide, enabling a fully automated, paperless fueling operation from first order to final electronic ticket sign-off. aFuel integrates over 40 into-plane agents and 13 fuel dispatch systems and is accessible directly through the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) – no additional hardware or application required. It complies fully with IATA AIDX messaging standards. More information: www.informationdesign.io/afuel

About Information Design
Information Design is a Frankfurt-based aviation software solution provider, founded in 1996, specializing in turning aviation data into actionable intelligence. Its products include aFuel, the world’s largest digital aircraft fueling network, and aWall, the aviation industry’s only real-time operational dashboard. Information Design serves some of the world’s leading airlines, airports and air traffic control organizations. More information:www.informationdesign.io

Katowice, Poland – 28.05.2025

LOT Polish Airlines and StorkJet are continuing to build on a collaboration that began in 2019 with the implementation of StorkJet’s Advanced APM (Aircraft Performance Monitoring) and has grown steadily ever since. As the next step in fuel-efficient flying, LOT has decided to equip its pilots with FlyGuide FPO for Flight Path Optimization.

 FlyGuide FPO helps pilots make the most of every flight. The application turns complex performance, weather, and aircraft-specific data into clear in-flight recommendations for optimal speeds and altitudes during climb, cruise, and descent. As a result, pilots can identify fuel-saving opportunities more easily and support more efficient flight execution in daily operations. 

“Achieving fuel efficiency requires consistent operational decisions grounded in real flight conditions. FlyGuide FPO enables pilots to optimize speeds and altitudes by combining aircraft performance data with weather and contextual flight information,” said Mateusz Dziudziel, Director of Fuel Department at LOT Polish Airlines

As part of the post-implementation cooperation, StorkJet visited LOT’s briefing room to meet with pilots, discuss fuel efficiency initiatives, and answer questions about the application over a cup of coffee.

Storkjet employees also had opportunity to observe FlyGuide app use throughout the flight. Team gathered feedback which is very valuable for purpose of customizing the app to better meet LOT operational context.

Pilots confirmed that FlyGuide and FlyGuide FPO are highly practical tools for day-to-day operations. They described FlyGuide as intuitive and easy to navigate, with information that is directly relevant to their daily work. Pilots particularly valued the expected taxi-out and taxi-in routes, anticipated arrival shortcuts, speed and altitude recommendations, and the clear presentation of fuel-saving opportunities.

“We are excited to continue working with LOT and to extend our solutions to support their flight opertions,” said Renata Niedziela, CEO of StorkJet. “FlyGuide FPO was designed to give pilots clear, data-driven guidance for making efficient in-flight decisions, so we are especially pleased to see how positively it has been received by the pilot community.”

A big thank you to the LOT team and all the pilots for their openness, engagement, and feedback. We are delighted to see our cooperation with the Polish national carrier continue to grow.

About LOT

LOT Polish Airlines is a modern carrier connecting Central and Eastern Europe with the rest of the world. LOT’s offer includes direct long-haul flights to airports in the United States, Canada, India, Japan, and South Korea. The Polish carrier has been consistently increasing the number of its flights to those destinations, thus strengthening its position in Central and Eastern Europe. It operates its long haul flights with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, one of the most advanced wide-body aircraft in the world. Present in the sky since 1929, the Polish carrier is the 11th oldest airline worldwide and one of the most internationally recognisable Polish brands.

About StorkJet: 

Fuel Efficiency and Aircraft Performance
Our passion, your savings

StorkJet provides IT solutions and consulting services that help airlines cut fuel costs, reduce emissions, and improve flight operations by turning flight data into actionable guidance. With StorkJet, carriers get equipped with precise tools for aircraft performance monitoring, fuel planning, pilot decision support across all flight phases, and post-flight feedback – thanks to combining machine learning, physics-based modeling, and big data analytics.

Airlines working with StorkJet gain a single partner for all fuel efficiency needs – flexible, data-driven, and focused on real operational goals. Trusted by the world’s leaders in sustainable aviation.

Supporting Pilot Decision-Making Through AI to Further Promote Fuel Reduction

NABLA Mobility (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Founder & CEO: Shinji Tanaka; hereinafter “NABLA Mobility” or “Company”) and Skymark Airlines (Headquarters: Ota-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President and Executive Officer : Manabu Motohashi; hereinafter “Skymark”) are pleased to announce that Skymark has officially decided to deploy the fuel reduction solution for pilots “Weave.” 

【Background of the Deployment : Challenges in Optimizing Operations During the Cruise Phase】

Skymark positions the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions as an important management priority and is comprehensively promoting a wide range of initiatives, including fleet renewal, the utilization of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF: aviation fuel capable of significantly reducing CO2 emissions), and operational efficiency improvements.

On the other hand, optimizing operations during the cruise phase while balancing safety and on-time performance, as well as rigorously quantifying fuel reduction effects, has traditionally been considered a highly challenging area for improving fuel efficiency.

【Flight Operations Optimization Software “Weave”】

“Weave” proposes the optimal altitude and speed during the cruise phase based on various types of data, including aircraft-specific characteristics and weight, the latest weather forecasts such as wind direction, wind speed, and temperature, as well as turbulence risk information.

Traditionally, operational policies relied heavily on the experience of individual pilots and limited information. By integrating various forms of data and information and visualizing their impact on fuel consumption and arrival times, Weave enables more quantitative and reproducible operations. Pilots can use Weave as an application on their EFB※, while operations controllers can access it through a web browser on a computer.

Prior to the  adoption of Weave, Skymark conducted a trial period and verified the quantitative evaluation of fuel reduction effects. As a result, the airline confirmed clear fuel-saving effects and recognized the effectiveness of the solution, leading to the decision for formal adoption. Going forward, Skymark aims to promote decarbonization and optimize fuel costs through operational optimization during the cruise phase while striving to achieve higher-quality operations.

“In the aviation industry, achieving both safe operations under highly unpredictable weather conditions and reductions in CO2 emissions and fuel consumption at a high level is an extremely difficult challenge.

Many conventional fuel-saving programs have primarily relied on analyzing post-flight data and feeding the results back into future operations. In contrast, “Weave” provides optimal recommendations during the cruise phase, where fuel consumption is greatest, based on the latest weather forecasts and turbulence risk information. We are confident that supporting real-time decision-making while maintaining safety and on-time performance as absolute priorities is exactly the solution we have been seeking.

Under NABLA Mobility, which sincerely and carefully listens to the detailed feedback from operational frontline personnel, “Weave” continues to evolve even today. Going forward, we have high expectations for the company as a partner with whom we can grow together and co-create the future of the aviation industry toward realizing sustainable operations.”

Manabu Motohashi
Representative Director, President and Executive Officer,
Skymark Airlines Inc.

“We are truly honored that Skymark has decided to deploy Weave. This initiative is not limited to fuel reduction alone, but also represents an important step toward embedding more advanced operational decision-making into frontline operations through the use of data, AI, and machine learning technologies, while maintaining critical operational qualities such as safety and on-time performance.

Going forward, through our collaboration with Skymark, we aim to realize a new approach to airline operations that simultaneously improves operational costs and promotes decarbonization associated with those improvements.”

Shinji Tanaka
Founder & CEO, NABLA Mobility

About NABLA Mobility

NABLA Mobility develops and provides digital solutions that support improved efficiency, resilience, and decarbonization in airline operations. Utilizing data analytics and AI/ML technologies, the company supports more advanced decision-making in complex real-world operational environments.

In addition to its flagship product “Weave,” NABLA Mobility also offers “Operational Forecaster,” which predicts operational disruption risks for ground operations controllers, and “OBST,” which enhances obstacle data management such as NOTAMs for aircraft performance engineers.

The company is currently actively strengthening its team and accelerating the development of new products to support further business expansion. NABLA Mobility is seeking members who share its mission and are willing to take on the challenge of improving efficiency and advancing decarbonization in the aviation industry. Those interested are encouraged to contact the company directly or apply through the recruitment page.

Latest recruitment information → Recruitment page link

About Skymark Airlines

Skymark is an airline that launched operations on September 19, 1998, with service between Haneda and Fukuoka. The airline currently operates a fleet of 29 Boeing 737-800 aircraft (177 seats) across 24 domestic routes serving 12 airports in Japan, including seasonal scheduled services.

Skymark pursues a unique business model that provides high operational quality and simple yet heartfelt service at accessible prices.

In the JCSI (Japanese Customer Satisfaction Index) survey published by the Service Productivity & Innovation for Growth organization under the Japan Productivity Center, Skymark ranked No.1 in customer satisfaction in the domestic long-distance transportation category, including Shinkansen services, in fiscal years 2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024, achieving this distinction four times in total.

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OpenDay 2026: The OpenAirlines–CEFA group brings 140+ Flight Ops experts to Toulouse to advance aviation operational excellence

Toulouse, France – April 16, 2026 — OpenAirlines, provider of the leading SkyBreathe® fuel efficiency solution for airlines, will host the 6th edition of OpenDay 2026 in Toulouse from April 20 to 23. The flagship event will bring together 140 flight operations professionals, including representatives from 50 airlines worldwide, for four days of collaboration, networking, and shared expertise.

This year’s edition marks the first OpenDay held by the newly formed OpenAirlines–CEFA group, following the March 2026 acquisition of CEFA Aviation, a global leader in 3D flight data animation for pilot debriefing and safety analysis.

Originally launched as a SkyBreathe® user event, OpenDay has evolved into a global flight operations conference where fuel efficiency, safety, sustainability, and pilot training are addressed as one interconnected mission. The 2026 program will feature two dedicated tracks—Fuel Efficiency and Safety & Training—alongside plenary sessions designed to bridge disciplines and promote a unified, pilot-centric approach to operational excellence. 

Hosted at the Palais Consulaire in the heart of Toulouse, one of the world’s leading aeronautics hubs, OpenDay 2026 will feature renowned airline speakers, including American Airlines, Lufthansa, Ryanair, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Azul, Air Caraïbes, and Loganair.  The agenda will include keynote presentations, airline-led case studies, interactive workshops, and collaborative sessions, all designed to address real-world flight operations challenges. On the sustainability front, OpenDay 2026 will feature a high‑impact session with Roland Berger, which will unveil the latest Aviation Sustainability Index.  The event will also feature contributions from leading organizations in the aeronautics industry, including pilot training specialist Simaero and NASA Ames Research Center. 

OpenDay is increasingly recognized as a key industry meeting point as the SkyBreathe® community expands into a broader flight operations network,  bringing together airline professionals to exchange best practices, share operational insights, and collectively shape the future of modern airline operations.

About the OpenAirlines–CEFA Group

OpenAirlines is the global leader in fuel efficiency solutions. Its flagship AI-powered platform, SkyBreathe®, helps airlines reduce fuel burn and emissions by up to 5%. Last year alone, the SkyBreathe® community saved 714M kg of fuel, $600M, and ~2.2M tons of CO₂. In 2026, OpenAirlines acquired CEFA Aviation, a pioneer in 3D flight data animation. The OpenAirlines–CEFA Group now serves a community of 160+ airlines and 90,000 pilots, building a unified flight operations platform and pilot-centric ecosystem that sets a new standard for efficient, sustainable, and safe aviation.

As airlines accelerate efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce fuel consumption, many are facing a challenge: transitioning from legacy tools to modern, data-driven solutions. Choosing the right platform can make a significant difference, not only in performance but also in ease of implementation and the ability to scale fuel-efficiency initiatives across the airline.

👋 Meet Mohamed AlMansoori, Manager for Fuel Optimization and Emissions Reporting at Gulf Air.

In this interview, he shares their experience moving from a discontinued legacy system to SkyBreathe®.  From evaluating alternative solutions to implementing the platform, Gulf Air explains why SkyBreathe® stood out and how the transition has enabled their team to take the next step in their fuel efficiency journey. 

Before adopting SkyBreathe®, how were you managing fuel efficiency?  

The previous system we had was the Honeywell fuel monitoring system.  We managed to utilize the system to the max, even though it required a bit of manual input from our end. However, we managed, and savings were made using the system.

The risks that I can see that happened are that it was time-consuming for us to apply each best practice that we have for our fuel efficiency program. The reason we adopted SkyBreathe® was the Honeywell system’s discontinuation, so we explored other options and then reached out to SkyBreathe®.

Did you look at other alternatives?

We considered a few different systems and went through trials and presentations about them.

Honestly speaking, SkyBreathe® was leaps ahead of the systems we have seen. Even though financially, we had to make a decision to go with SkyBreathe®. We saw the advancement in technology. We’ve seen the user friendly system that SkyBreathe® offers so that was the main reason we had to go with SkyBreathe®.

How did the implementation process go from kickoff to go live? Were there any challenges?

The implementation process was a highlight for us because we have experienced similar implementations in the past, and the whole process was smooth on our end, with the data set and systems we had, and the team and implementation team required. All the documents were smoothly integrated, and we followed the timeline exactly as we planned.

What advice would you give managers evaluating a fuel efficiency solution?

Go and check, different vendors. However, I’m sure that once you reach SkyBreathe®, you will make the decision easy.

If you had to summarize your experience with SkyBreathe® in one sentence, what would it be?

The only thing I can honestly say is: a smooth and supportive transition.

Any final thoughts you’d like to share with the airline community?

I’m literally at the beginning of the whole process, so my advice or my take from this is it’s a good start. It’s a very ambitious step from Gulf Air to go with the system, and I’m very excited about what the system can do and how we can implement all the best practices.

This year, StorkJet’s User Group Meeting took off in a new format as the Fuel Efficiency Forum – an event dedicated to practical fuel efficiency, operational analytics, and innovation in flight operations.

For this edition, StorkJet brought the event from Poland to Mexico, making it more accessible to clients and partners across the Americas. Over two days in Cancun, aviation professionals exchanged experience, discussed current operational challenges, and explored how data, machine learning, and AI-assisted tools can support smarter, more efficient airline operations.

The forum opened with a company update and a discussion on the fuel market reality airlines are facing today, including practical actions that can already help improve efficiency and reduce costs. The agenda also covered AI and operational analytics, FuelPro LAB, and a hands-on workshop focused on real airline challenges.

StorkJet was pleased to welcome guest speakers from its customers and partners. Marco Antonio Charles, Director of OCC and Operational Efficiency at Volaris, shared the airline’s optimization journey with StorkJet and early impressions from using AI-assisted tools. Jaime Romero Waldhorn, Fuel Efficiency Manager at Wizz Air, presented the airline’s transition from FMS speeds and altitudes to tail-specific Flight Path Optimization. The forum also included partner perspectives from Avionica and Hinfact, covering automated flight data transfer and pilot training.

Across both days, discussions covered overburn, aircraft performance models, smarter dispatch decisions, savings calculation methods, pilot situational awareness, data storage and security, and upcoming product development.

The event was also a strong reminder of the value of long-term client relationships built on trust, results, feedback, and continuous value delivery.

StorkJet would like to thank all participants who joined the Fuel Efficiency Forum in Cancun. Their insights, questions, and ideas continue to support the development of smarter, more efficient aviation.

Fuel efficiency has always been part of aviation’s DNA. And every oil crisis has pushed the industry to look for new ways to reduce aircraft fuel burn.

Developing technical solutions takes time. Changing operational policies and procedures can happen much faster. In the current environment, one principle stands out more clearly than ever: every drop of fuel counts.

Fuel vs. time-related costs: adjusting the Cost Index

So what Cost Index should be used when every drop counts?

As fuel costs rise while time-related costs remain unchanged, the Cost Index should decrease. Today, with fuel prices 2–4 times higher than last year, the Cost Index should decrease accordingly.

But this also raises a valid question: when fuel becomes the priority, is Cost Index still the right way to think about flight optimization? Wouldn’t it be better to fly in a way that minimizes fuel burn, regardless of time-related cost?

Yes, it would. And the best way to do that is to use Cost Index = 0.

With CI = 0, the flight planning system and optimization tools (such as for example FlyGuide FPO) optimize speed and cruise altitude for minimum fuel burn on a given route.

What changes when CI = 0?

Flight planning:

• Fuel required to fly to the alternate airport decreases
   (and if alternate fuel is not yet being planned with CI = 0, it is worth considering regardless of the current situation)
• Trip fuel decreases
• Depending on the airline’s fuel policy, other fuel components may also decrease
• The aircraft requires less block fuel on a route planned with CI = 0 than on one planned with CI > 0
• Lower planned fuel means lower aircraft weight, which in turn reduces actual fuel burn through the Cost of Weight effect. Flight management:
• Speeds recommended by the FMS or in-flight tools such as FlyGuide FPO [RN1] become fully optimized for minimum fuel burn
• Recommended cruise altitudes from the FMS or FlyGuide FPO also move toward those that minimize fuel burn

How much fuel can this save?

That depends on the current Cost Index, the level of OCC and pilot compliance, and the in-flight optimization tools in use.

For a typical low-cost carrier that used CI = 10 last year, we estimate that implementing CI = 0, together with the right toolset and good compliance, can reduce fuel burn by around 1%.

What are the side effects of implementing CI = 0?

On-Time Performance

Cost Index 0 increases flight time. On short-haul flights, typically by a few minutes. On long-haul flights, by around a dozen minutes.

The impact varies from flight to flight. In some cases it is negligible. In others, more noticeable. It depends on route length, wind component, and altitude constraints.

To mitigate the impact of CI = 0 on OTP, it is worth introducing a procedure that allows crews, during cruise, to increase CI above 0 once the predicted landing time becomes reliable, so the flight does not arrive too late.

This should be done thoughtfully, by checking what increasing Cost Index actually delivers in terms of time & fuel difference. If the time saving is marginal, CI = 0 may still be the best choice. If not, CI can be increased up to a predefined level respecting in-flight fuel managment criteria. In FlyGuide FPO pilots can verify the CI change impact on time and fuel burn and adjust accordingly.

Note: CI units differ across FMS types and configurations: CI = 1 kg/min = 1.323 hlb/h.

Higher time-related costs

If crew, maintenance, or leasing costs are time-dependent, they may increase. The scale of the impact depends mainly on how significant those costs are and what Cost Index was used previously.

Pilot comfort

Slightly lower speeds and higher cruise altitudes may reduce pilot comfort. That said, aircraft are designed to operate efficiently at such speeds and altitudes. Aircraft manufacturers already provide training materials that can support a transition to CI = 0.

To support this change, StorkJethas also prepared a dedicated Knowledge Base in the app for pilots.

What are the main barriers to achieving savings with CI = 0?

Compliance

For a new policy to deliver results, the whole company needs to be aligned. Everyone needs to follow it, and everyone needs to provide feedback when issues or limitations appear.

StorkJet provides tools to monitor the use of Cost Index, as well as the selected speeds and altitudes on operated flights. This makes it possible to fine-tune policies and achieve the best possible outcome wherever feasible.

Air Traffic Control

ATC instructions to maintain higher speeds vary by region and traffic density. This can negatively affect compliance, although it should affect all operators more or less equally.

If there is an opportunity to influence local ATC policy, it is worth opening a dialogue to align speed instructions with today’s fuel-saving reality. One example would be reducing mandated descent speeds by 20 knots for all traffic.

Conclusion

In the current fuel and aviation market environment, CI = 0 is one of the most immediate and practical operational levers airlines can use to reduce fuel burn. With the right procedures, tools, and operational alignment in place, it can deliver measurable results across the network.

OpenAirlines Acquires CEFA to Create Unified AI- Powered Flight Operations Platform

Toulouse, France — March 5, 2026 — OpenAirlines, a global leader in fuel efficiency software, today announced the acquisition of CEFA Aviation, a global leader in 3D flight data animation for pilot debriefing and safety analysis.

The deal marks a strategic move to consolidate fragmented Flight Operations tools into a unified, AI-powered platform designed to improve airline efficiency and sustainability, while keeping safety at the core.

By combining OpenAirlines’ SkyBreathe® platform — which leverages artificial intelligence to optimize fuel use and reduce CO₂ emissions — with CEFA’s high-fidelity flight animation technology, the company is positioning itself to redefine how airlines turn flight data into operational performance.

From fragmented tools to a unified flight ops platform

Airlines generate massive amounts of flight data, yet much of it remains siloed across departments, limiting its impact on safety, pilot training, fuel efficiency, and operational decision-making. OpenAirlines sees this acquisition of CEFA Aviation as the first step toward solving that fragmentation.

CEFA is the only solution currently able to reconstruct flights in immersive cockpit-like 3D animations within minutes after landing, enabling pilots and safety teams to visually analyze flight events, while OpenAirlines’ flagship product SkyBreathe® converts the same data through AI into actionable recommendations that help reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions.

Together, the combined platform aims to create a continuous performance loop — enabling airlines to connect safety insights, pilot training, and fuel efficiency within a single data environment.
The long-term ambition: build a unified Flight Ops software suite through organic development and targeted acquisitions, while preserving the specialized expertise of each solution.

Reinventing the pilot experience 

Pilots increasingly expect tools that are intuitive, operationally relevant, and accessible on demand.
The new group will build on two market-proven solutions already used by a combined total of 90,000 pilots:

• CEFA AMS, a unique EFB application that allows pilots to replay their flights on a tablet just minutes after landing using high-fidelity cockpit reconstructions — turning every flight into a learning opportunity.
• SkyBreathe® MyFuelCoach, a digital briefing and debriefing solution providing pilots with environmental performance data and personalized fuel-saving recommendations.

By integrating these capabilities, OpenAirlines and CEFA aim to unify the experience with a data-driven, pilot-centric ecosystem designed to enhance safety, operational efficiency, and environmental performance simultaneously.

The strategy is backed by long-standing industry stakeholders, including the French Professional Aircrew Pension Fund (CRPN), reflecting strong alignment with the group’s vision.

Scaling a leading global flight operations technology company

The acquisition brings together two established players with complementary expertise and closely aligned cultures centered on innovation, agility, and customer focus.

The combined entity represents approximately $19 million in recurring revenue and a team of 140 employees. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Integration will be phased, with an immediate focus on accelerating high-impact product innovation, particularly around pilot engagement and post-flight analytics. 

“Airlines must reconcile safety, operational performance, and decarbonization. By combining CEFA’s high-fidelity flight visualization with SkyBreathe’s AI-powered analytics that turn flight data into actionable recommendations, we are building a unified Flight Ops platform designed to drive continuous operational excellence,” said Alexandre Feray, CEO of OpenAirlines. 

“Flight Operations is evolving from standalone tools to integrated, data-driven ecosystems. Joining OpenAirlines allows us to extend CEFA’s pilot-centric technology into a broader platform that connects safety, performance, and sustainability,” said Dominique Minéo, CEO of CEFA Aviation. 

Key Facts

OpenAirlines — Founded in 2006, serving 80+ airlines worldwide.
CEFA Aviation — Founded in 2000, serving 100+ airlines globally.
CEFA AMS — 1.6M+ flights replayed by pilots.
OpenAirlines — ~$53 million raised in 2024 to accelerate global expansion.

Katowice, Poland – StorkJet is partnering with the German carrier Condor Airlines to implement data-driven solutions aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing fuel consumption across its global route network.

Condor was seeking a modern solution to solve several data-driven problems in one product portfolio.  The airline required new innovative capabilities, including a precise aircraft performance monitoring solution to continuously assess the condition of each aircraft. StorkJet’s comprehensive portfolio, covering fuel efficiency and aircraft performance management, was selected as the best fit to support these goals.

“Condor continuously invests in innovative technologies to optimize operations and enhance sustainable efficiency. The partnership with StorkJet strongly supports this strategy by delivering data-driven solutions — such as AdvancedAPM, FuelPro, and FlyGuide — that reduce fuel consumption and provide comprehensive insights into Condor’s flight operations. We look forward to realizing substantial efficiency gains together,” said Simon Backhaus, Pilot and Ops Efficiency Manager at Condor Airlines.

“Condor’s clear focus on operational excellence creates a strong foundation for measurable fuel savings and smarter decision-making across the network.” commented Renata Niedziela, CEO of StorkJet. “By turning operational data into practical, day-to-day actions, their teams can improve planning accuracy, reduce fuel burn, and strengthen sustainability performance at scale. We are proud to support Condor in achieving tangible efficiency gains that directly impact both cost control and environmental responsibility”.

As part of the agreement, StorkJet will deliver its AdvancedAPM Aircraft Performance Monitoring system. The solution provides accurate, tail-specific performance factors that form the foundation for daily fuel planning improvements, overburn reduction, lower fuel consumption, and enhanced operational safety. The aim is to increase planning precision while cutting unnecessary fuel usage. In addition, the airline will implement Idle Factor Optimization to improve descent efficiency and energy management, supporting smoother arrivals and reduced fuel burn.

FuelPro, StorkJet’s fuel efficiency dashboard, with almost 50 predefined initiatives will support fuel saving across all flight phases. Built on tail-specific performance models and with flexibility to integrate any data source, FuelPro enables identification of fuel-saving opportunities which consequently can help reshape fuel policies. The platform also supports sustainability initiatives, including compliance with ETS reporting requirements, reducing workload and facilitating regulatory alignment.

The airline will further benefit from innovative FuelPro Lab, StorkJet’s analytical framework. FuelPro Lab combines fuel efficiency expertise with AI-powered models to generate custom parameters, models, visualizations, and advanced analyses within seconds. The advantages are numerous, including faster insights, scenario exploration, and more agile fuel-saving strategies.

Finally, Condor will deploy FlyGuide, StorkJet’s EFB application developed by pilots for pilots. FlyGuide provides operational insights throughout all phases of flight, including pre-flight fuel briefings, optimized taxi guidance, in-flight descent management support, and post-flight feedback to support continuous improvement.

We’re excited to start this partnership and unlock new savings potential together. Welcome on board!

About Condor Airlines

Condor has been flying its guests to the most beautiful destinations around the world since 1956 and, since March 2025, has also been connecting Frankfurt with exciting cities with up to three daily flights for the first time. Every year, a total of around 10 million guests fly with Condor to more than 70 destinations in Europe, Africa, Asia, and North America.  

With more than 5,000 employees, Condor operates a fleet of around 60 aircraft, which are maintained to the highest safety standards by the company’s own maintenance operation, Condor Technik GmbH, at its Frankfurt and Düsseldorf locations. At the end of 2022, the airline became the first German customer to receive efficient A330neo aircraft, heralding the renewal of its entire long-haul fleet during ongoing operations, which was already completed in spring 2024. Since then, passengers on long-haul flights have been enjoying a consistent, modern, and comfortable product on board the current 18 A330neo aircraft. By 2031, the long-haul fleet will be expanded to a total of 25 aircraft of this type. Since 2024, Condor has also been renewing its entire short- and medium-haul fleet and is expected to receive a total of 43 new aircraft from the A32Xneo family by 2029. Condor will thus operate one of the youngest fleets in Europe in the future. 

About StorkJet

Fuel Efficiency and Aircraft Performance
Our passion, your savings

StorkJet provides IT solutions and consulting services that help airlines cut fuel costs, reduce emissions, and improve flight operations by turning flight data into actionable guidance. With StorkJet, carriers get equipped with precise tools for aircraft performance monitoring, fuel planning, pilot decision support across all flight phases, and post-flight feedback – thanks to combining machine learning, physics-based modeling, and big data analytics.

Airlines working with StorkJet gain a single partner for all fuel efficiency needs – flexible, data-driven, and focused on real operational goals. Trusted by the world’s leaders in sustainable aviation.