Aviation

Special refreshments in all classes, luxurious rosé champagne in premium classes, pink desserts in Dubai lounges, and romantic content in the entertainment system: the airline celebrates February 14 in a festive atmosphere in the air and on the ground

Barcelona's El Prat Airport is experiencing extremely strong winds. Along with the many cancellations and delays, flights have been diverted to alternative airports

Southwest plans to introduce Starlink satellite WiFi on over 300 planes by the end of 2026. Passenters will "stream their favorite shows from any platform, watch live sports, download music, play games, work, and connect with loved ones from takeoff to landing"

The Vereinigung Cockpit union and the cabin crew union UFO have declared a strike; affected Lufthansa passengers will receive new flight dates or alternative means of transport

The Canadian airline has announced it will renew its fleet with advanced Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The aircraft will be used for destinations in Asia and Australia

The United Arab Emirates airline is upgrading its fleet and expanding its network of destinations for its popular Premium Economy class, including Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The company's giant aircraft will also be redesigned to suit passenger demand

The Federal Aviation Administration announced that the controversial decision to partially close the US airspace for 10 days has been canceled. "The FAA and DOW acted swiftly to address a cartel drone incursion"

AnimaWings is cutting fares by 50% on all flights to Romania for Valentine’s Day and the Tourism Fair. Book February 11–16 for travel from March 1 to June 14, 2026

The Greek airline Aegean has launched a family flight promotion where you can fly with the whole family at special prices. All the details, dates and fine print

Extraordinary, severe, and immediate flight restrictions for ten days in the southwestern United States, without explanation: El Paso airport completely closed, restrictions also in large areas of New Mexico. Authorities do not justify the decision, and warn against violating the ban

American Airlines' expanded Admirals Club lounge at Chicago O'Hare will offer more seating, spectacular runway views and upgraded amenities for premium passengers

The collaboration between Jetblue and United goes one step further, letting passengers book flights on either airline’s website or app using cash, TrueBlue points, or MileagePlus miles, with more destinations and combined-ticket options coming soon

The Greek airline SKY Express has launched a special promotion for Valentine's Day: book one ticket and get the second one free. All the details and the fine print

Lufthansa began operating flights from the group's main hub, with routes to Manchester, Valencia, and Berlin, and announced fleet expansion and new hires. Also: these are the company's first destinations for summer 2026

Self-transfer flights are here: Wizz Air steps into the big league, allowing passengers to book a flight through an intermediate destination, including flying luggage from the airport to the final destination

OAG's on-time performance rating for January 2026 is out: China Southern led major airlines with an 89.4% punctuality rate. In North America, Southwest topped punctuality at 79.75%, just ahead of Alaska at 79.31%

With a 10.7% increase in passenger traffic, more than double the European average, Cyprus airports rank among the fastest growing markets in Europe in 2025

The Egyptian airline's new aircraft will be used to expand long-haul flight operations from Cairo, including direct routes to new destinations in the western United States and northern Asia

An unusual aviation announcement has joined international warnings and the deepening energy crisis in Cuba, raising serious questions about the continuation of aviation and tourism activity in the country

The French flag carrier has announced the addition of up to 11 daily flights between Paris and New York, and a special addition to the Nice route, in honor of the upcoming Cannes Film Festival

UK aviation data shows strong demand for flights in 2026, led by younger travelers, with satisfaction at record highs despite ongoing cost concerns. UKCC: "2026 is lining up to be another year of growth"

Air India has opened its first flagship Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport, blending modern comfort with Indian design and elevated dining. "A significant milestone in our transformation journey"

Ontario Airport celebrates China Airlines’ milestone of 1 million travelers since 2018, highlighting the airport’s growth as a major international gateway

During a July 2024 departure from Milan, a LATAM 777 tail struck the runway due to a major weight miscalculation. The aircraft made a safe return, but the damage was serious enough to convince authorities to reclassify it as an "accident". Here are ANSV's official findings

Celebrating sports: ITA Airways has unveiled a special Olympic livery, a Milan installation, and Alpine menus as part of its partnership with the 2026 Winter Games: "There are journeys that take shape long before you get on board"

Iberia Airlines updated its customer club terms to offer combined point accumulation for up to seven members in a shared account and faster access to upgrades

Israel's largest airline has updated its carry-on baggage requirements, joining companies around the world in banning the use of portable chargers (power banks) on the company's flights, due to concerns about the lithium battery catching fire

The plane landed in Baku, Azerbaijan, on a direct flight from Seattle, as part of a multi-phased plan that includes retiring the older 747s that also fly to Israel, and expanding the fleet to 20 aircraft by 2030

Virgin Atlantic boosts summer flights from Manchester to Orlando, marking 30 years in the North and adding more capacity for US travelers. The company will also bring on a number of former Aer Lingus pilots

Thai Airways announces its summer 2026 flight schedule, featuring dozens of European and Asian destinations, as well as domestic flights to the most popular domestic routes