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
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
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
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."
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
Global shortage of pilots amid rising demand: The UN's International Civil Aviation Organization to discuss raising pilot retirement age to 67. What's the situation in Israel?
An alarming incident at Charles de Gaulle Airport continues tensions against Israeli entities, targeting El Al. The air traffic controller broadcasted "Free Palestine" to El Al pilots. El Al: "Unprofessional, inappropriate, coordinating with authorities"
Israir plans to expand with long-term leased aircraft and 35 new pilots for New York flights
Dutch Ministry of Defense Seeks Pilots
The Israel Pilots' Association criticizes foreign flight suspensions, citing Israel's top-tier air defense and calling for an updated national aviation strategy — last reviewed in 2008
