Airport Security

Cluj Airport plans to install new eGates to reduce waiting times and offer a premium Fast Track experience for passengers

easyJet has carried more than 10 million passengers through Birmingham Airport, marking a major milestone as it continues expanding its network

Aena posted a net profit of €1.002 billion in H1 2026 as passenger traffic rose and Spain benefited from shifting travel demand amid global uncertainty

A SWISS International Air Lines flight from Zurich to New York diverted to Bangor, Maine, amid "smoke of as yet unknown origin in the forward section of Business Class"

flydubai will restart flights to Budapest on July 31, initially operating three times weekly before increasing to daily service in October

Sydney Airport has announced additional Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways flights, boosting access to Europe and the Middle East

London Gatwick has resumed normal operations after a water supply issue affected airport facilities and surrounding communities

Rome Fiumicino Airport has inaugurated OPEN, a smart business hub featuring 70 offices and space for 600 aviation professionals

Lufthansa's new Hangar One visitor center opens on August 1 at Frankfurt Airport, offering interactive exhibits, historic aircraft, and flight simulators. Admission: €8

Dallas Love Field will receive $23.7 million from the FAA to modernize boarding bridges and improve the travel experience for families

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