Good way to kick off 100th anniversary celebrations: United Airlines sells out its limited “Rhapsody in Flight” vinyl featuring unique animated artwork shortly after launch. Will there be more?
The German airline is marking its centennial with a special day of events, including celebratory flights that will recreate the historic inaugural routes from Berlin and an event attended by hundreds of guests
The airline, one of the best in the world of aviation, will implement strict restrictions on portable chargers on its flights starting April 15, 2026. Passengers will be allowed to carry only two batteries, with charging during the flight completely prohibited
Italy’s Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has announced a series of four-hour strikes and stoppages involving airport staff, security, air traffic control workers, and bus services on April 10. Other strikes affecting aviation, rail, and public transport from April 11 to 19, causing major travel disruption in multiple cities and regions
"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”
Ryanair has opened a new aircraft base in Tirana, adding routes, jobs, and expanding its presence in Albania’s fast-growing aviation market. "Ryanair’s record 2026 growth at Tirana will deliver 44 routes, and 4 million passengers"
Airlines worldwide marked April Fools’ Day with creative stunts, blending humor and marketing with memorable travel-themed ideas. Here are some of their best pranks yet!
The low-cost airline Eurowings, part of the Lufthansa Group, is expanding its route network from Berlin Airport, launching direct flights to Europe's most desirable capitals and announcing new vacation destinations alongside increased frequencies
Aviation associations ACI EUROPE and A4E warn of long lines at entry points to European countries due to tightened border controls. Fears of even heavier congestion during Easter linger, coinciding with the end of the test period, after which the system will not be able to be stopped during rush hours
EGYPTAIR will begin nonstop service between Chicago O’Hare and Cairo on June 21, operating three weekly flights with an Airbus A350-900. "This route will provide travelers with seamless connectivity between Egypt and one of America's most important aviation hubs"
