Air France marks 46 years as the official partner of the Cannes Film Festival. La Plage Air France pop-up restaurant has returned as a key festival venue, embodying "the French art of hospitality" and the airline's "deep attachment to the world of cinema"
Star Alliance celebrates its 29th anniversary with 26 member airlines worldwide. The alliance now connects more than 1,150 airports across 190 countries. Recent investments focus on smoother multi-airline journeys and airport experiences
Allegiant finalizes its acquisition of Sun Country, creating a larger U.S. leisure airline with nearly 200 aircraft and 650 routes. The newly combined airline group will serve 175 cities and expand affordable leisure travel across the United States
The Italian airline has announced that it aims to resume flights to Tel Aviv as early as July, while the suspension of the route to Dubai will continue until at least mid-September due to the situation in the region
Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa Cargo will be the first to resume operations on the Tel Aviv route in early June, and Lufthansa, SWISS and Eurowings are expected to join later
An Italian court has overturned a €4.2 million fine against the low-cost airline, ruling that the competition authority had acted discriminatorily towards the company. The company now claims that the decision also strengthens its appeal against an additional €256 million fine, and is appealing to the prime minister to urgently reform the Italian competition authority
Aegean Airlines has launched a limited-time offer with discounts of up to 30% on flights in June and July. Travelers can save on selected Aegean Airlines and Olympic Air flights
ITA Airways welcomed the airline giant's decision to increase its stake to 90%, calling the move a "strategic milestone." It also stressed that the company will continue to operate under the independent Italian brand and maintain its identity as Italy's flagship airline
Qatar Airways will resume flights to Finland and Tokyo's Haneda Airport from July 15, and will subsequently increase the frequency to daily flights as part of its global network expansion for summer 2026
The airline group announced that it will exercise its option to increase its stake in ITA Airways from 41% to 90% in June. The transaction is expected to be completed in 2027, subject to regulatory approvals in Europe and the US
SWISS, Qatar Airways, LATAM, and Korean Air were among the standout winners at the 2026 Onboard Hospitality Awards in Hamburg. From Starlink connectivity to premium dining and luxury amenity kits, airlines showcased top innovations. "This year’s awards were a true testament to the innovation and excellence in our industry"
"Booking closed": Skybus has ended its London Gatwick–Newquay route early due to rising fuel costs and weak demand, highlighting growing pressure on regional airlines. "It is neither environmentally nor financially viable to continue operating with reduced demand”
Wizz Air, the Hungarian low-cost airline, reports its best summer ever with over a thousand flights daily during the summer months. Wizz Air to reopen "All You Can Fly" subscription sales
High costs and focus on core markets lead Wizz Air to close Vienna operations. Routes to Bilbao and London Gatwick will halt by October 2025; all routes end by March 2026
Low-Cost Carrier Reaches Record Profit
Rise in demand for international flights highlights the impact of geopolitical tensions. Insights from the international aviation industry in May prior to the Middle Eastern conflict
Marking six decades with a dynamic rebranding
The UK based airline will not resume the route between Tel Aviv and London Heathrow: "After examination, we will continue serving ths Israeli passengers through our codeshare agreement with EL-AL"
