Why Lufthansa Still Flies 747‑8s: Strategy, Economics & Prestige
During a recent flight from Miami to Frankfurt aboard a Lufthansa Boeing 747-8, I was struck by the number of… Read More »
Man Who Tried to Stab Flight Attendant and Open Plane Door Released After Time Served
A Massachusetts man who attempted to open a plane’s emergency exit mid-flight and stabbed a flight attendant has been released… Read More »
Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines Resume Flights to Israel After Iran Conflict
Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines resumed passenger service to Israel on Friday, becoming the latest major carriers to restore flights following… Read More »
FAA Fails to Fix Ongoing SkyWest Maintenance Issues, Audit Finds
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has failed to fully resolve long-standing maintenance issues at SkyWest Airlines that FAA inspectors warned… Read More »
Flight Attendants Sue Boeing Over 737-9 Max Panel Blowout Incident
Four Alaska Airlines flight attendants have filed separate lawsuits against Boeing over the mid-air panel blowout incident involving a 737-9… Read More »
Global Airline Update
Global airline networks saw a wave of updates during the week commencing July 28, 2025. Dubai International Airport (DXB) reported… Read More »
Vueling to Add 50 Boeing 737 Max Jets to Its Fleet Starting in 2026
Vueling, the low-cost carrier owned by International Airlines Group (IAG), will operate the 50 Boeing 737 Max aircraft ordered by… Read More »
Flight Attendant Sues Delta, Blames ‘Inexperienced Pilot’ for Toronto Crash
A flight attendant who was hailed for her bravery during a fiery Delta plane crash earlier this year is now… Read More »
Flights Disrupted Across the U.K. Due to Radar Failure, Causing Widespread Delays
A U.K. air traffic control service provider has resolved a “technical issue” that caused widespread flight disruptions. The delays come… Read More »
Virgin Australia Rejects Rex Deal Over Aging Fleet Costs
Virgin Australia has ruled out acquiring Rex – Regional Express due to the high costs associated with renewing the regional… Read More »
JetBlue and United Airlines Partnership: What Travelers Can Expect
JetBlue and United Airlines have secured Department of Transportation (DOT) approval for their new Blue Sky partnership, a collaboration designed… Read More »
Malaysian Airlines Show Interest in China’s C919 Jet
Malaysia’s Transport Minister Anthony Loke has confirmed growing interest from local carriers in China’s C919 passenger jet as Southeast Asia’s… Read More »
Etihad Airways Marks Record Month for Aircraft Deliveries
Etihad Airways has recorded the busiest month for aircraft deliveries in its 22-year history, receiving five new aircraft in July… Read More »
NTSB Probes Altitude Error in Deadly DCA Midair Collision
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has opened three days of hearings into the January 29 midair collision over Washington,… Read More »
U.S. Drops Extra Tariffs on Embraer Aircraft from Brazil
The United States has officially withdrawn its plan to impose an additional 40% tariff on civil aircraft and aerospace products… Read More »
Madagascar Fires Transport Minister Over Iran Jet Scandal
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has dismissed Transport and Meteorology Minister Valéry Ramonjavelo over a scandal involving five Malagasy-registered Boeing 777-200ERs… Read More »
ITA Airways Plans Long-Haul Growth Through 2030
ITA Airways is planning to expand its long-haul network under a new five-year business strategy that runs through 2030. The… Read More »
Firefly Moves Boeing 737s to Kuala Lumpur International
Malaysia’s Firefly will shift its Boeing 737-800 jet operations from Kuala Lumpur Subang to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) starting… Read More »
Delta Flight Diverts After Turbulence Sends 25 to Hospital
More than two dozen people were hospitalized after a Delta Air Lines flight encountered severe turbulence, prompting an emergency landing…. Read More »
IndiGo Expands Global Low-Cost Network
IndiGo, India’s largest low-cost carrier, is headquartered in Gurgaon and began operations in August 2006. The airline is owned by… Read More »
Gov’t Eyes Somali Airlines Revival with Two A320s in 2025
The Somali government has acquired two Airbus A320-200 aircraft as part of its plan to relaunch Somali Airlines by the… Read More »
Kazakhstan to Launch State-Backed Cargo Airline by 2026
Kazakhstan is set to launch a new national cargo-only airline in early 2026, aiming to position the country as a… Read More »
Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Flight Attendant in Bathroom Dispute
A 59-year-old man has been charged in Australia after allegedly assaulting a flight attendant during a bathroom dispute on a… Read More »
JetBlue, United Partnership Cleared by U.S. Transportation Department
JetBlue and United Airlines have received approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for their planned “Blue Sky” partnership,… Read More »
Riga Airport Targets New European and Long-Haul Routes
RIX Riga International Airport continues its upward trajectory, handling over 7.1 million passengers in 2024—a 7% increase over the previous… Read More »
Ontario Airport Finalizes First Independent Airline ULA Agreement
Ontario International Airport (ONT) in California has finalized its first independent use and land agreement (ULA) with airline partners, marking… Read More »