Wizz Air is significantly expanding operations to Sharm el-Sheikh and increasing frequencies from six major bases in Europe, with the aim of creating an alternative connection for passengers
Air Arabia will connect Sharjah and Rome with daily nonstop flights from July 2026, supporting tourism, business, and travel between the UAE and Italy
Singapore Airlines Group saw record quarterly revenue of $5.51B and a 25.9% rise in operating profit, fueled by robust passenger demand and strategic expansion. Net profit fell due to last year’s one-off accounting gain, but the airline remains on track with fleet growth, network expansion, and enhanced customer experience initiatives
Budapest International Airport is embarking on one of the largest expansion projects in Central Europe, adding capacity of more than 10 million passengers per year
Starting in July 2026, the low-cost airline will operate two new direct routes from Poland to Bulgaria and Italy, with prices starting at €21 one-way
Vietnam's flagship airline enters Boeing's narrow-body aircraft market for the first time, as part of the regional network expansion and preparations to double passenger traffic in the coming decade
airBaltic has received its 54th Airbus A220-300, supporting network growth as the airline reports record passenger numbers and fleet expansion in January
Lufthansa Group and Air India strengthen ties with a new agreement to expand routes, coordinate services, and enhance travel between Europe and India’s booming market
Royal Caribbean is inviting Caribbean and Central American artists to create murals aboard Legend of the Seas, bringing regional culture to millions of cruise guests. "Our Artist Discovery Program is a testament to how Royal Caribbean creates culturally immersive experiences"
A 10% YoY jump and more than 22% above pre-corona levels, alongside the expansion of regional hubs, the entry of new airlines, and huge investments in infrastructure. Romanian aviation is establishing its position as a major player in the skies of Europe
Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air continues to strengthen its hold in Romania, with new and diverse routes set to open from two cities: Oradea and Târgu Mureș. Learn all the details, destinations, and launch dates
The European aircraft manufacturer Airbus is acquiring Spirit AeroSystems, an American parts manufacturer that was formerly part of major competitor Boeing. 4,000 employees will join the company, while factories from North America to Europe will be part of the manufacturer
Wizz Air marks its 250th plane with a special livery from a global design contest, reaching the halfway point toward its goal of a 500-aircraft fleet
In a special interview with PassportNews during his visit, CEO Varadi clarified that the plan to establish a base of operations in Israel, invest about a billion dollars, and create thousands of jobs has not yet been officially approved, but the direction is positive and negotiations are progressing
British Airways' 2026 schedule grows with new links to Tivat and Guernsey, including the only direct Heathrow service to the Channel Island; the new routes add more flexibility for summer travelers and year-round visitors
The partnership between Southwest and Philippines Airlines offers more transpacific connections and seamless booking available through PAL and major travel sites
In an exclusive interview with PassportNews in Israel, Michael Delehant, Wizz Air's senior VP, explained that establishing a base in Israel is not a "fait accompli", but something that "makes sense" for the low-cost carrier
Riyadh Air landed its first flight in London, following its plan to launch commercial operations, and signed its first aircraft lease with AviLease for a Dreamliner
Low-cost carrier expands European routes
Wizz Air continues its Polish expansion, basing a ninth aircraft in Gdansk and opening new routes to popular European destinations from December 2025
