Aviation

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

American Airlines adds Porto to its list of European destinations, and the growth does not stop there: "We’re eager to continue growing our long-haul network that features service to new destinations, including Budapest, Hungary, and Prague that will start this summer”

Several airlines were forced to divert their flights after takeoff and landing conditions at the airport in the German capital were not possible last night. As of this morning, it is still unknown when BER will return to normal operations

Sabre’s new AI-powered solution returns accurate flight options in under half a second, reducing search failures and boosting agency efficiency

Milan Airport is preparing for the Winter Olympics and is increasing security measures ahead of the arrival of officials. Authorities have issued special instructions for passengers, which will be in effect throughout the weekend

Innovating at its finest: Chef Frederic Simonin's dishes will now also be served in Premium Class on flights departing from the United States and Canada: "I have carefully selected products to enhance them with delicacy and precision"

New agreements with airlines in Europe and Asia and renewed ties with Avianca strengthen the status of the Spanish airline Air Europa: "A bridge between Europe and America"

The low-cost carrier concluded 2025 with growth, operational improvements, and the expansion of its destination network. Highlights include 42 new aircraft added to the fleet, hundreds of new routes, and a record number of passengers

The new aircraft, named after the city of Delémont and featuring SWISS' classic livery, is expected to begin operating on the Zurich-Montreal route on February 23. This is the second addition of 10 aircraft of the new model

Southwest Airlines will roll out “Boarding Royale” ad campaign during the Big Game, highlighting assigned seating while keeping its signature humor and customer focus. The airline has also temporarily brought back its "Companion Pass" promotion