Aviation

The new deal signed by SAS and WestJet translates to additional flight options between Scandinavian countries and Canada and more efficient connections to SAS's home ports. 2026 will bring more to the table

Air Transat has reached a temporary agreement, removing the threat of a strike. Operations are returning to normal. "Our priority now is to rapidly restore our operations and provide you with the best possible service."

Ryanair announced that it will reduce its operations in Belgium by one million flight seats, 5 aircraft, 20 routes, and thousands of jobs starting in a year. The reason: a significant increase in aviation taxes

After numerous emergency evacuations in which passengers disembarked from planes with their luggage, Willie Walsh, IATA's Director General, called the situation very worrying, emphasizing that nothing is more important than passengers' lives

Pegasus Airlines CEO, following the acquisition of the Czech airline for 154 million euros: "We didn’t start aviation in Türkiye, but we transformed it. And now, we’re ready to take the next step in our growth story"

Emirates is rolling out Christmas favourites across its network, including seasonal meals, sweet treats, Champagne picks and holiday movies for every age; from turkey dinners to festive cocktails and holiday playlists, the airline is bringing the holiday spirit to cabins, lounges and inflight entertainment

Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air continues to strengthen its hold in Romania, with new and diverse routes set to open from two cities: Oradea and Târgu Mureș. Learn all the details, destinations, and launch dates

The European aircraft manufacturer Airbus is acquiring Spirit AeroSystems, an American parts manufacturer that was formerly part of major competitor Boeing. 4,000 employees will join the company, while factories from North America to Europe will be part of the manufacturer

Turkish airline Pegasus has bought Czech company Smartwings, along with a stake in Czech Airlines, further expanding its destination network and enhancing passenger experience

Emirates is introducing a flight with a unique menu, desserts, and drinks inspired by the NBA, alongside live broadcasts of the games leading to the Emirates NBA Cup final scheduled for December 16

Following a 72-hour notice from the pilots' union, Air Transat will begin canceling flights starting today and will cease operations completely on December 9. The company is working on offering flexibility to passengers, returning planes and crews to Canada, and trying to prevent the strike

British flag carrier British Airways, through its subsidiary Cityflyer, is expanding its route network and opening three destinations in Europe in the summer of 2026; CEO: "We’re excited to grow our network next year with three fantastic new routes."

IndiGo, one of the world's largest low-cost carriers, has been hit by a severe staff shortage due to new rest regulations; the airline had to cancel more than 500 flights in a single day. The company is focusing on streamlining its operations

Wizz Air is expanding its operations at London Luton with the launch of six new routes, four to destinations in Greece and two more in Europe. The airline will deploy 14 aircraft at the base, strengthening its position as one of the fastest-growing airlines in the UK

Air France will launch two daily flights on the Paris (CDG) - Gatwick route in March 2026. Before that, it will add special flights to Cardiff for the rugby tournament. You won't believe how many flights the company currently operates in the UK

Krakow Airport joins many other checkpoints across the country in implementing the new European Union Entry/Exit System, which applies to travelers with or without a visa. What does this mean for travelers?

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has granted Sun Phu Quoc Airways an expanded Air Operator Certificate, allowing it to operate international flights to Asia and the Middle East; the airline is expanding its fleet with a fourth aircraft this week, and a fifth underway

An F-16 plane crashed during a training exercise in the deserts of the western United States. The pilot ejected seconds before the crash and is in good condition; the US military has launched an investigation into the incident

Aviation giant Emirates has introduced the new Asia Pass card, which will allow you to plan and combine flights between popular destinations in East Asia on one ticket; passengers can choose up to 10 domestic flights, in partnership with local airlines

The IATA report for October 2025 indicates a sharp increase in global flight demand, with growth of 6.6% and the highest monthly occupancy figures ever recorded. Find out which region is in the lead

Lufthansa Group has introduced Lufthansa Aviation, a dedicated management arm aimed at supporting Lufthansa CityLine and Lufthansa City Airlines

British Airways is relaunching its London City-Madrid route with 11 weekly flights. The city airport is reporting increased demand for winter destinations and is continuing to improve operations, with more aircraft types being able to land there

LOT has announced a new seasonal route to Palma de Mallorca that will operate three times a week from May 2026, strengthening its presence in Spain; the first flights will take off on May 30, 2026

Eurowings is significantly expanding its operations at BER Airport in the summer of 2026 with an additional hourly flight, more aircraft, and a total of 43 destinations across 20 countries

​SKY express, Greece's second-largest airline, has launched operations in Israel, operating a daily flight on the Tel Aviv-Athens route. Alongside international destinations, the company boasts the largest domestic route network in Greece, including the country's popular islands

Wizz Air has announced the addition of 11 new routes to important cities in Europe with the help of two Airbus A321neo aircraft that will operate from Warsaw-Modlin Airport; tickets will cost less than €10 one way

Following Friday's emergency call for an immediate repair of the Airbus A320, the manufacturer announced that most of the planes have already undergone the adjustments; less than 100 are still waiting for the process to be completed, causing delays

Wizz Air marks its 250th plane with a special livery from a global design contest, reaching the halfway point toward its goal of a 500-aircraft fleet

Air Canada will operate summer flights using a Boeing 787 Dreamliner between the vibrant Canadian city of Montreal and Israel, alongside the recently resumed route to Toronto, and the expansion of the company's European routes

In a special interview with PassportNews during his visit, CEO Varadi clarified that the plan to establish a base of operations in Israel, invest about a billion dollars, and create thousands of jobs has not yet been officially approved, but the direction is positive and negotiations are progressing