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The U.S. President paid tribute to Kirk, a close friend and supporter of Israel: 'He was loved and appreciated by everyone, especially by me. Melania and I send our condolences to his beautiful wife Erica and his family. Charlie, we love you.' Netanyahu: 'Murdered for speaking the truth and defending freedom. A lion-hearted friend to Israel'
Worker Struck by Heavy Vehicle at Cargo Terminal
A Boeing 737 by Canadian airline WestJet made a rough landing in St. Maarten. Emergency slides were deployed and all passengers evacuated uninjured. The airline issued a special statement, noting it is awaiting 'confirmation of the exact nature of events that occurred'
Qantas Expands Flights to Rome
Air Serbia, reported 561,773 passengers in August, over 3,000 more than last year. Over eight months: more than 3.1 million passengers and a 5% rise in flight numbers
Maximize your layover time at Hong Kong International Airport with a complimentary city tour. Enjoy guided excursions, transport, and visit cultural sites while experiencing one of the world's most iconic skylines
Latvia's airline adds new destination
Cyprus' National Airline to Launch 7 Key Routes This Winter
Today (Friday) a nationwide train strike continues, ending only in the evening, while tomorrow (Saturday) a general aviation strike is expected to last four hours, causing possible flight delays and disruptions
The winter season ushers in a new bloom for Larnaca Airport with new routes by Wizz Air and Cyprus Airways, consolidating Cyprus's position as a key player in the regional aviation market and broadening the range of destinations available to travelers to and from the neighboring island
The new Boeing 787-9 marks the beginning of Lufthansa's fleet revolution in Frankfurt, offering passengers personal suites, advanced technology, and a premium experience across all service classes. Watch the video and pictures
Months after reducing $795 million in debt and appointing a new CEO, Spirit begins Chapter 11 to secure its future. Flights, credits, and points remain honored, and Free Spirit and Saver$ Club will continue. Read more inside
HelloJets joins Carpathia: Seventh Romanian airline in the group
**Amtrak unveils its next-generation train:** After more than two decades, Amtrak launches its new flagship trains in the U.S. northeast corridor, offering 27% more seats and 5G internet with a premium travel experience
Ryanair Continues Its Attack on the European Commission: "Passengers Are Abandoned to Unnecessary Disruptions." Ryanair Calls the Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, "Derlayed-Again" and Urges Immediate Reform to Protect Overflights
Vietnam’s booming tourism market welcomes its newest player, as Sun PhuQuoc Airways prepares for launch with an ambitious fleet plan
The launch of the 35-minute Bratislava-Košice route marks a step forward in domestic connectivity while supporting Slovakia’s tourism growth
Flydubai's Long-Term Investment in Global Connections
The German airline joins the surge of European carriers targeting Riyadh and Saudi Arabia, reviving a route last operated in 2017, with three weekly flights using advanced Airbus A-350 aircraft, connecting the kingdom's capital directly to Munich and Lufthansa's global network
Thai Airways Returns With Impressive Growth
Cyprus records its strongest July ever with 1.65 million passengers; Israel ranks among the top three key markets, and Air Haifa stands out as a major growth driver
Boeing marks a historic milestone with the successful first flight of its flagship wide-body jet, moving one step closer to certification and commercial service
IAG Group Reports Major Achievements in the First Half of the Year
Cyprus leads Europe in air connectivity surge for 2025 with an 18% increase. Discover how the neighboring island is establishing itself as a top aviation destination
Luxury Brands Collaborate
Early results from one of the world’s largest reef initiatives show a 10% rise in biodiversity and 800% increase in fish biomass, as thousands of reef modules are deployed across Dubai’s coastline
A Landmark Phase for Etihad Rail: UAE's Vice President and Prime Minister, the Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, embarked on the inaugural journey of Etihad Rail's passenger train between Dubai and Fujairah, marking the dawn of a transformative chapter in the nation's transportation infrastructure
Czech Police announced the temporary shutdown of the facial recognition system at Prague Airport starting August 1, 2025, to comply with new EU AI regulations. Since 2019, the system identified 155 fugitives, including serious crime suspects
Significant achievement for the Hungarian low-cost airline: Exceeding 1,000 flights daily across its network, serving over 200,000 passengers each day
Record-breaking achievement with no travelers from Israel
