airBaltic updates passengers on an ongoing technical problem that has affected their website today, May 7: booking flights online remains unavailable due to technical issues with their international system provider. "Passengers who are unable to complete online check-in for their flight can check in at the airport without additional charges"
Two passengers who disrupted a flight from London to Ibiza, forcing an emergency landing in Toulouse, have been convicted in a French court. The airline says it will continue to operate a "zero tolerance" policy towards inappropriate behavior on flights
Airlink has also confirmed that the deceased Dutch national infected with the hantavirus had flown from Saint Helena to Johannesburg aboard an Airlink flight before boarding a KLM aircraft to fly to Amsterdam. The World Health Organization, the CDC, Canada, and UK have all issued fresh hantavirus updates. Spain's Ministry of Health announces "the person with symptoms who had been on a plane in Gran Canaria since yesterday has been transferred to Amsterdam on a new medicalized plane"
The airline's plane, en route from Zurich to Seoul, was diverted to Kazakhstan after the co-pilot fell ill during the flight. Three doctors on board provided first aid, the co-pilot was treated, and the airline set a new date for the flight
Condor launches three new flights connecting Frankfurt to Barcelona, Venice, and Budapest. "We are continuously expanding our European route network and this summer already offer our guests connections to 13 city destinations across Europe"
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"
Up to $100,000 criminal penalties: FAA has banned drones at World Cup 2026 venues with heavy penalties. Pilots face strict rules while passengers should expect delays and busy airports
Singapore Airlines will roll out Starlink Wi-Fi from 2027, delivering faster, seamless in-flight connectivity across A350 and A380 aircraft for all passengers. SpaceX: "We are excited to bring Starlink on board Singapore Airlines"
A new nonstop ITA Airways route connects Rome and Houston, enhancing economic ties and offering travelers a direct link between Europe and Texas
After topping Cirium’s punctuality rankings, Scandinavian Airlines is launching a social media hunt offering a chance to win a unique historical flight experience
Finnair has made a surprising return to Canada following an 11-year hiatus, reintroducing direct flights from Helsinki to Toronto three times a week between May 4 and August 29, 2026
After two months: Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo will restart services to Doha via Hamad International Airport, restoring key India–Qatar air links
Kuwait Airways will restart selected flights from Kuwait International Airport Terminal 4 on April 26, 2026, under strict safety measures
The Cypriot airline is resuming daily service from Ben Gurion to Larnaca. The inaugural flight will take off today (Thursday, April 23, 2026) at around 3 PM GMT (6 PM local time) from Ben Gurion Airport
Qatar: Airlines have resumed flights at Hamad International Airport as of April 21, 2026. Passengers are advised to check schedules for updates and bookings
Oman Air brings back daily Dubai flights this month (April 2026) while managing ongoing disruptions affecting routes across the Middle East and Europe
The national airline of the United Arab Emirates, Etihad, has announced the resumption of its operations on a limited basis, due to the escalating security situation in the region. These are the destinations that are returning to operation
flydubai resumes flights across its network with a reduced schedule as airspace restrictions ease. Passengers are advised to check rebooking rules, flight status updates, and key travel advice before heading to the airport. "We would like to thank our customers for their understanding and patience"
After travel warnings and halted flights due to concerns about passenger safety, airlines are starting to resume flights to the troubled country. Air Canada's decision followed consultations with the authorities
After a two-and-a-half-year absence due to the war, American Airlines is resuming operations on the New York-Tel Aviv route. In an exclusive interview with PassportNews, Simon Hawkins, the company's managing director of international sales, explains the considerations for the return, demand, and the vision ahead into the centennial year of the world's largest airline
