Etihad will launch year-round Abu Dhabi–Red Sea flights on October 4, connecting travelers with Saudi Arabia’s luxury coastal destination in just over three hours
Xiamen Airlines has launched a new direct route between Xiamen and London Heathrow, operating three times a week from September 6, 2026
A serious crash has closed the A8 at Newbridge near Edinburgh Airport, with police and emergency services at the scene and delays expected for airport traffic
Wizz Air has expanded its Prague network with new direct flights to Vilnius and Palermo, giving travelers more options for city breaks in Lithuania and Sicily
A Prime Air cargo plane skidded off the runway after landing and came to a stop at the airport edge. All runways were initially closed, but partial operations resumed
The Federal Aviation Administration is awarding $481 million in grants to 191 airports across 36 states and two territories for infrastructure and safety improvements ahead of Labor Day
Copenhagen Airport is showing unprecedented figures. Spain continues to be the favorite destination for passengers, Italy is making a jump, and long-haul flights also keep strengthening
Wizz Air will resume direct flights between Cluj-Napoca and Tel Aviv on September 7, 2026, operating twice weekly from Cluj International Airport
Madrid-Barajas has begun operating a major solar park with 215,000 panels, helping Aena move toward covering the airport’s electricity needs with renewables
Seven Thai airlines will let domestic passengers check in up to 10kg of purchased fresh fruit free at 20 regional Thai airports through August 2027
London Luton Airport offers free Prebook Security, allowing passengers to reserve a 30-minute security slot before arriving at the airport
Air India advises passengers flying August 10-20 to arrive early as enhanced security measures could mean longer airport checks
Thailand has intensified customs inspections at international airports, targeting high-risk flights to combat drug smuggling attempts
A passenger was stopped on her way to a Caribbean island after airport security found a gun during automatic baggage screening. The passenger was taken into custody. See a full list of items that are absolutely forbidden to fly in suitcases or hand luggage
Starting Feb 2026, passengers without REAL ID can pay $45 to verify their identity at security checkpoints using TSA Confirm.ID; the fee will cover a 10-day travel period and will be available at select airports
