DGCA Flags Major Pilot Training Gaps at Air India
India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) uncovered serious safety and training lapses at Air India during a July 2025… Read More »
Spirit Airlines to Furlough 270 Pilots Amid Cuts
Spirit Airlines is set to furlough 270 pilots and demote another 140 from captain to first officer as part of… Read More »
IndiGo Adds 1,000 Pilots in Two Years, Surpasses Air India Group
IndiGo Airlines, India’s largest low-cost carrier, has significantly expanded its cockpit workforce, recruiting over 1,000 pilots in just two years…. Read More »
KKR Takes Minority Stake in Flight Tech Firm Etraveli
KKR has acquired a minority stake in Etraveli Group, marking a significant new chapter for the Sweden-based flight technology company…. Read More »
Emirates to Hire 17,300 Staff Worldwide in 2025–2026
Emirates has unveiled plans to recruit 17,300 new employees globally during the 2025–2026 financial year, expanding its workforce across 350… Read More »
US Senators Push to Raise International Pilot Retirement Age
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators, including Senate Majority Whip John Thune, is urging the Trump administration to support global… Read More »
DGCA Probes Air India Express Over False Engine Records
Air India Express is under scrutiny from India’s aviation regulator for allegedly forging aircraft maintenance records and failing to comply… Read More »
Mexico Expands State Control Over Airports and Air Services
Mexico is advancing plans to expand state control of its airspace and airport infrastructure, with both federal and state governments… Read More »
Texas Court Allows Southwest Pilots’ Lawsuit Against Boeing
The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA) can proceed with its lawsuit against Boeing, following a decision by the Texas Supreme… Read More »
UK Invests £750K to Train Future Pilots and Engineers
The UK government has announced £750,000 ($1 million) in new funding to support disadvantaged young people in pursuing careers in… Read More »
Top Skills Aviation Professionals Need in a Rapidly Changing Industry
In today’s aviation industry, Heraclitus’ timeless wisdom—“You cannot step into the same river twice”—rings more true than ever. With technology… Read More »
FAA Nominee Calls Mandatory Pilot Retirement Age ‘Arbitrary’
Bryan Bedford, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), called the current mandatory airline pilot retirement… Read More »
Air Mauritius Rejects Report on Dnata Groundhandling Deal
Air Mauritius has denied claims that it is in advanced discussions to outsource its groundhandling operations to Dubai-based airport services… Read More »
Former Student Sues United Aviate Academy Over Training Delays
A former student is suing United Aviate Academy (UAA) for $500,000, claiming the airline-sponsored flight school misrepresented its training timeline,… Read More »
United Airlines Flight Attendant Sues Airbus for $30M Over Toxic Fumes Incident
A United Airlines flight attendant has filed a $30 million lawsuit against European aircraft manufacturer Airbus, alleging serious health complications… Read More »
United Flight Attendants Secure Tentative 40% Pay Boost
United Airlines and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA have agreed to an “industry-leading” tentative contract that promises substantial gains for… Read More »
Ryanair Demands Payback from Spanish Cabin Crew
Ryanair has instructed some of its cabin crew in Spain to repay salary increases granted earlier this year, following a… Read More »
United Airlines Flight Attendants Protest Cabin Reveal Over Contracts
A press event held by United Airlines to unveil its new Polaris business class cabin was disrupted by protesting flight… Read More »
Air France-KLM Warns Suppliers Against Tariff Price Hikes
Air France-KLM has issued a warning to parts suppliers, stating it will respond “aggressively” to any rapid price increases linked… Read More »
Key Qualities for a Successful Career as a Flight Attendant
The cabin crew profession requires a unique blend of skills and personal qualities that contribute to a successful career. These… Read More »
MASwings Employees Secure Jobs in Transition to AirBorneo After Sarawak Takeover
Following the Sarawak state government’s recent acquisition of MASwings, headquartered in Kota Kinabalu, assurances have been made regarding the job… Read More »
Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants Ratify New Contract
More than 6,900 Alaska Airlines flight attendants have successfully ratified a new three-year contract, marking a major win for the… Read More »