SWISS's operating profit rises sharply in the first quarter due to exceptional demand, but rising fuel prices and the situation in the Middle East are expected to have an impact as early as the next quarter
After confirming that the MV Hondius will arrive in the Canary Islands following the hantavirus outbreak, Spain has officially received the first three suspected hantavirus cases, despite the Canary Islands' president disagreeing with the decision. UPDATE: WHO informs the public that Swiss authorities have confirmed another case of Hantavirus in a previous passenger from the same ship
UK Department for Transport unveils measures to cut last-minute flight cancellations and help airlines plan stable summer schedules. "This legislation will give airlines the tools to adjust flights in good time if they need to, which helps protect passengers and businesses"
Alaska Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between Seattle and London starting May 21, 2026, expanding its first-ever transatlantic network. "This service further expands our transatlantic travel corridor and choices for west coast exploration!"
Ryanair reports 19.3 million passengers in April 2026, marking a 5% increase as demand for European travel continues to grow. The airline has also opened bookings for new flights to Palermo from Prague Airport, starting in October
A shallow magnitude 4.5 earthquake hit northeast of Tonopah, Nevada on May 5, 2026. Light shaking was reported, with no immediate damage or injuries confirmed
After a freezing, snowy winter, New York shed its heavy coats and donned a particularly colorful spring with perfect weather. We set off on a journey through millions of flowers at Macy's, pop-up shops in SoHo, and one bowl of ramen that transported us to Japan. Travel alert: You're going to fall in love with the city all over again
Uganda Airlines returns its Airbus A330-800neo to service after maintenance, restoring direct flights from Entebbe to London Gatwick starting May 2026
EgyptAir begins a new chapter with its first Boeing 737 MAX delivery, enhancing sustainability, passenger experience, and operational performance across key routes. Boeing: "With this delivery, we build on 60 years of partnership with EgyptAir and welcome them as a 737 MAX operator"
Airlines worldwide are celebrating International Workers’ Day with heartfelt social media tributes to their employees, while unions and activists renew calls for better pay and working conditions across the aviation industry
