Spirit Airlines Extends Debt Deadline to Avoid Bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines has successfully secured a short-term extension for its debt repayment deadline, buying the low-cost carrier more time to… Read More »
Qantas Liable for A$150mn Compensation Payment to Ground Workers
The Australian Federal Court has ruled that Qantas Airways must pay compensation for the unlawful dismissal of 1,683 ground workers… Read More »
Aer Lingus to Launch A321XLR Service to Indianapolis and Nashville in 2025
Aer Lingus is expanding its U.S. network with a new route from Dublin to Indianapolis, beginning May 3, 2025. This… Read More »
PIA Stake Sale Delayed Due to Bidder Concerns and Conditions
The sale of a majority stake in Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has been delayed due to conditions set by the… Read More »
UK Airlines Boost Pilot Salaries Amid Shortages at Gatwick
Amid ongoing staff shortages in the aviation sector, airlines such as EasyJet and British Airways are ramping up their recruitment… Read More »
GOL Linhas Aéreas Seeks Chapter 11 Deadline Extension
GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes (G3) has filed a request with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of… Read More »
FlyEgypt Halts Flights Amid Financial Crisis
FlyEgypt has ceased its flight operations, facing severe financial difficulties that have pushed the airline toward liquidation. However, the Egyptian… Read More »
PLAY Airlines Restructures Operations Amid Financial Concerns
Icelandic low-cost carrier PLAY has announced significant changes to its operational model and route network as it anticipates that earnings… Read More »
Etihad Airways Sees 35% Growth and Plans Major Route Expansion
Etihad Airways has reported robust traffic growth for the first three quarters of 2024, underscoring its expanding network and setting… Read More »
Malaysia Airlines and IndiGo Expand Networks with Codeshare Deal
Malaysia Airlines and Indian budget carrier IndiGo have officially launched a codeshare agreement, significantly enhancing travel connectivity between Malaysia and… Read More »
Qantas Expands International Routes and Aircraft Capacity
Qantas has announced significant updates to its international flight routes, enhancing services to the United States, Asia, and the Pacific,… Read More »
Frontier Airlines Pilots Vote for Strike Action
Pilots at Frontier Airlines, based in Denver, have overwhelmingly authorized strike action as they push for better contract negotiations. On… Read More »
Airlines Cite Operational Challenges in New Route Launches
At Routes World, airline leaders outlined significant operational challenges deterring the launch of new routes, including night curfews, slow aircraft… Read More »
Lufthansa Fined $4M for Denying Boarding to Jewish Passengers
Lufthansa has agreed to pay a $4 million (€3.67 million) fine imposed by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT)… Read More »
United Airlines Reports Strong Q3 Results and $1.5B Buyback Plan
United Airlines announced impressive third-quarter revenue and earnings that surpassed Wall Street expectations, bolstering investor confidence. In a significant move,… Read More »
Gulf Air Eyes US Flights with Free Wi-Fi and Enhanced Dining
Bahrain’s Gulf Air is planning significant inflight service upgrades as part of its 75th-anniversary celebrations and a potential return to… Read More »
Lufthansa CEO Warns of Deteriorating Air Travel in Germany
Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr has expressed serious concerns regarding the future of air travel in Germany, highlighting that escalating airport… Read More »
Delta Suspends Hot Meal Service Due to Food Safety Issue
Delta Air Lines has temporarily suspended hot meal service on over 200 flights from its Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport… Read More »
JetBlue Ends Hot Food Service in Economy on Transatlantic Flights
JetBlue Airways has discontinued hot food service for economy passengers on its transatlantic flights. The airline introduced the change after… Read More »
Air Canada Pilots Approve 42% Wage Increase Over 4 Years
Air Canada pilots have approved a new contract with a nearly 42% wage increase over four years, potentially avoiding strikes… Read More »
Ryanair Cancels German Flights in Summer 2025 Due to High Taxes
Ryanair, the Dublin-based budget airline, has announced plans to cancel all flights to Dortmund, Dresden, and Leipzig/Halle airports in summer… Read More »
Azul Airlines Plans $400 Million Capital Raise
Brazil’s Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras is set to raise fresh capital following a significant agreement with 92% of its lessors… Read More »
United Airlines, American and Air France Launch New Routes
In a move that adds an exotic flair to its route portfolio, United Airlines is set to launch a new… Read More »
Why Air Canada’s Aeroplan Is the Best Star Alliance Loyalty Program
For frequent flyers, focusing on one loyalty program per airline alliance is the key to maximizing rewards. When it comes… Read More »
Zipair to Launch Tokyo-Houston Route in March 2025
Japanese low-cost carrier Zipair, a subsidiary of Japan Airlines Group, is expanding its U.S. presence by adding Houston Bush Intercontinental… Read More »
KLM CEO Criticizes Chinese Airlines, Urges EU Action for Fair Competition
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines CEO Marjan Rintel has criticized the “unfair” competition posed by Chinese airlines and called for action… Read More »