Southwest 737 Performs Emergency Go-Around to Avoid Runway Collision at San Antonio Airport
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 arriving from Oklahoma City was forced to perform an emergency maneuver to avoid a potential… Read More »
Delta Drops Plans for Narrowbody Transatlantic Flights
Delta Air Lines has decided not to operate transatlantic flights using narrowbody aircraft, citing “brand issues,” according to the carrier’s… Read More »
Two Teenagers Stabbed with Metal Fork on Lufthansa Flight to Germany, Forcing Emergency Diversion to Boston
A Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Germany was forced to make an emergency landing in Boston after a passenger allegedly… Read More »
FAA Recalls Aircraft Inspectors from Furlough as Shutdown Strains Aviation Safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has begun recalling aircraft inspectors from furloughs to keep essential aviation safety operations running during… Read More »
United Airlines Flight Delayed 4 Hours After Crew Dispute
A United Airlines flight from Des Moines, Iowa, to Chicago faced an unusual delay after a reported altercation between two… Read More »
LATAM Introduces New Premium Business Experience on Long-Haul Flights
LATAM has announced a full refresh of its long-haul Premium Business service, introducing new amenities, dining enhancements, and an updated… Read More »
United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency U-Turn After Passenger’s Laptop Falls Into Cargo Hold
A United Airlines flight from Washington Dulles to Rome was forced to make an unexpected mid-flight U-turn on October 15,… Read More »
Riyadh Air Completes First Passenger Flight from Riyadh to London
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has completed its maiden passenger flight. The inaugural service, RX401, departed Riyadh King… Read More »
Flights to LAX Temporarily Halted Amid Air Traffic Staff Shortage
Flights bound for Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) were temporarily halted on Sunday due to a staffing shortage at a… Read More »
Over 8,000 U.S. Flights Delayed Amid Air Traffic Staff Shortages
More than 8,000 flights across the United States were delayed on Sunday as air traffic controller absences continued to disrupt… Read More »
SWISS Launches First A350 with Inaugural Zurich–Palma Flight
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has officially entered the Airbus A350 into service, operating its first passenger flight with the… Read More »
Delta to Launch First Nonstop US-Saudi Arabia Flights in 2026
Delta Air Lines will become the first U.S. carrier to operate nonstop flights to Saudi Arabia, with new service scheduled… Read More »
How Airlines Can Improve Travel for Older and Vulnerable Passengers
Airlines and airports are seeing a growing number of travelers who require additional assistance, especially older passengers. TAP Air Portugal… Read More »
KLM Boeing 777 Diverts to Cayenne After Paramaribo ATC Shortage
A KLM Boeing 777-300ER operating flight KL713 from Amsterdam to Paramaribo was forced to divert on October 22, 2025, after… Read More »
JetBlue Flight Turns Back to Boston Over ‘Disruptive’ Passenger
A JetBlue flight from Boston to Las Vegas was forced to return to Logan International Airport Monday night after reports… Read More »
Foundation for Aviation Safety Urges Global Crash Probe Reform
The Foundation for Aviation Safety is calling for urgent reform of the global aircraft accident investigation system, citing outdated protocols,… Read More »
Analysts Doubt Spirit Airlines’ Future as Merger Talks Continue
Analysts are questioning whether any airline or investor should acquire Spirit Airlines—or simply wait for the carrier to liquidate and… Read More »
WestJet Removes Reclining Seats in 43 Boeing 737 Aircraft
WestJet has announced plans to modify 43 of its Boeing 737 aircraft by removing the reclining function from standard economy… Read More »
Smuggling Balloons Force Temporary Shutdown of Vilnius Airport in Major Safety Scare
Air traffic at Vilnius Airport in Lithuania was temporarily halted on Tuesday Oct. 21 after authorities detected several smuggling balloons… Read More »
American Airlines Unveils Retro Flagship Livery Ahead of 100th Anniversary
American Airlines is celebrating its upcoming 100th anniversary with a nostalgic yet modern tribute to its storied past. The Dallas-based… Read More »
Air Traffic Controllers Take Second Jobs to Survive Amid U.S. Government Shutdown
As the U.S. government shutdown enters its third week, air traffic controllers—deemed essential workers—are being forced to take on second… Read More »
Russia Orders Airline Safety Inspections as Accident Rate Doubles
Russian authorities are set to launch nationwide inspections of regional airlines following a sharp rise in aviation accidents and fatalities,… Read More »
Jeju Air Crash Victim Families File New Lawsuits Against Boeing
Families of passengers who died in the December 2024 Jeju Air crash at Muan have filed new lawsuits against Boeing… Read More »
Panic on British Airways Flight After Air Marshal’s Death Prompts Emergency Landing
A British Airways flight from London to Abuja was forced to make an emergency landing in Barcelona after retired Nigerian… Read More »
Pakistan International Airlines to Resume UK Flights, Eyes U.S. Routes Next
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is preparing to restart direct flights to the United Kingdom, marking a major step toward restoring… Read More »
How Likely Is Space Debris to Strike a Commercial Aircraft Inflight?
A United Airlines pilot sustained injuries after a mysterious object struck and shattered the windshield of a Boeing 737-8 flying… Read More »