Airlines

After two months: Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo will restart services to Doha via Hamad International Airport, restoring key India–Qatar air links

China Eastern Airlines will begin direct Shanghai–Tbilisi services on July 15, 2026, marking its first route to Georgia and strengthening Eurasian connectivity. "The new route will serve as an efficient 'air bridge' for economic and trade cooperation"

Amid a surge in inbound tourism and worsening labor shortages: Japan has launched its first airport trial of humanoid robots to support baggage handling and operations, tackling workforce shortages in aviation

Alaska Airlines has launched its first nonstop flight between Seattle and Rome, marking its official entry into Europe. The seasonal service, operating through October 23, is the only daily direct connection between the two cities and is flown on a Boeing 787-9 featuring the airline’s new international business class Suites

The UK government has moved to reassure travelers and the aviation sector following concerns about fuel supply disruptions linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

“Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness": Southwest Airlines has expanded its themed fleet with Independence One, a new aircraft honoring 250 years of U.S. history, set to debut on a Dallas to Philadelphia route. The airline has also partnered with America250 as the official airline of "America Gives", "joining nationwide efforts to make 2026 the largest year of volunteerism in our country's history"

Copa Airlines' deal with Boeing is expected to lead to a significant fleet expansion, to more than 100 737 MAX aircraft and an expansion of its route network throughout the Americas and the Caribbean

American Airlines has upgraded its mobile app, introducing a new design and enhanced management of all flight services in one place, including airport navigation, booking changes and real-time benefits

Scott Kirby revealed that he approached American Airlines about considering a merger, but the company refused and the move was dropped. The CEO explained that their goal was to create a stronger, global American airline

One of Europe's largest airlines has announced the launch of a new route connecting the Czech Republic and Germany, starting October 26, 2026. The Prague-Hamburg service will be available twice a week. The announcement follows the addition of nine new routes across UK airports for the Winter season