On Friday: following concerning safety data, the FAA will impose 10% cuts at 40 airports and curb certain operations to lighten controller load. Affected hubs have not been named, and measures remain under review
Cathay Pacific initiates a buyback of 9.57% of its shares from Qatar Airways, a move that may shift ownership dynamics in Hong Kong. Qatar remains committed to operational partnership within oneworld
Austrian Airlines expands short, medium, and long-haul flights, adding Nordic and Mediterranean destinations while strengthening operational capacity for summer 2026
Berlin Brandenburg Airport handled 2.66 million passengers and nearly 19,000 flights in October 2025, surpassing last year’s traffic figures
MileagePlus members can now earn miles on Lyft rides, with bonus miles for new users and upcoming redemption options in the Lyft app starting in 2026
Ryanair’s October ranking: France, Spain, Germany and the UK lead delays amid ATC shortfalls; Bulgaria is best-performing. Urgent reform urged from the EU Commission President
A new directive will allow the collection of biometric data from all non-US citizens to begin in December. The system is expected to be fully implemented at all airports and seaports within three to five years. The move will improve security, shorten lines and promote the expansion of visa exemptions
"End the shutdown now!": Amid ongoing chaos at US airports, U.S. Secretary of Transportation warns he may close parts of the airspace if the government shutdown does not end; airline stocks respond with sharp drops
Air Europa's frequent flyer club is celebrating a decade of existence with exclusive member perks, including increased miles accumulation, discounts upon redemption, and free Wi-Fi
United Airlines has launched the MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card, offering members miles for shopping, dining, and saving, plus a 10,000-mile welcome bonus
