What’s On the Horizon for Hermes Airports in Cyprus
Hermes Airports, the operator of Cyprus’ Larnaka (LCA) and Pafos (PFO) airports, recorded 8.6 million passengers in 2024—a 6% year-over-year… Read More »
Curaçao International Airport Connectivity Growth
Curaçao International Airport (CUR), formerly known as Hato International Airport, is the primary air gateway to Willemstad, the capital of… Read More »
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 »
Boeing 777-9 Gains FAA Approval, Nears Certification Milestone
After years of delays, Boeing’s long-awaited 777-9—the flagship of the 777X family—has received FAA approval to advance into a new… 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 »
flyv Taps Flyellow for September 2025 Launch in Germany
Germany’s virtual carrier flyv has confirmed that Flyellow, a German AOC holder, will operate its on-demand and charter services under… 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 »
Brisbane Airport Earns First-Ever IATA SeMS Security Certification
Brisbane Airport (BNE) has become the first airport in the world to earn the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Security… 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 »
Long Layover? Explore These Cities Right From the Airport
Travelers with long layovers can now make the most of their waiting time by exploring nearby attractions — and a… 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 »
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 »