Airline Operations

Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can earn 5 Avios per US$1 on eligible Booking.com stays through August 31, 2026, with stays through October

South African airline Airlink will add Doha to its network from August 31, marking its first long-haul destination under a Qatar Airways codeshare

An American Airlines flight bound for Charlotte returned to Myrtle Beach after a bird strike during takeoff. The FAA will investigate

Spanish low-cost carrier Volotea has launched a new Málaga to Verona connection, giving travelers another direct link between Spain and Italy

Etihad Guest members can now redeem miles on STARLUX flights, with reciprocal earning and redemption benefits set to expand in October 2026

Emirates has welcomed its two millionth passenger at London Stansted, marking eight years of service between the airport and Dubai

Air India advises passengers flying August 10-20 to arrive early as enhanced security measures could mean longer airport checks

Air France will dedicate an Airbus A321 to Pope Leo XIV for his first France visit, with special flights connecting Paris, Lourdes, Metz and Rome

Qatar Airways warns travelers about fraudulent accounts impersonating the airline and requesting passwords, OTPs, banking details and other sensitive information

A new Arsenal crest made from recycled Emirates A380 and Boeing 777 components celebrates two decades of the airline's partnership with the club

After Spirit Airlines made the dramatic decision to halt its operations, rivals have stepped in with rescue fares, job support, and added flights, helping stabilize travel and limit disruption. Spirit: "This is tremendously disappointing and not the outcome any of us wanted”