Rare precautionary megaquake alert: the FCDO has issued a warning regarding the 7.7 earthquake that struck Japan yesterday, April 20, 2026, informing citizens of the increased risk of strong quakes occurring in the coming week
easyJet launches a new Marrakech base with three aircraft, boosting Morocco capacity, jobs, and new routes across Europe. "We couldn’t be happier to launch our base in Morocco for our 20th year of operations in the country"
Etihad adds daily flights to Kabul, enhancing travel options and connections via Abu Dhabi to Europe and North America destinations
The US Embassy and Consulate in New Zealand is warning of severe risks of high winds, heavy rain, flooding, power outages and landslides. Red and orange warnings have been issued for large areas of the North Island and northern South Island
An incident at baggage claim and border control at Birmingham Airport led to the evacuation of passengers. The situation was declared under control shortly afterward, and operations resumed
Toronto Pearson International Airport continues smooth operations in freezing weather, managing hundreds of arrivals and departures and strong demand on key North American routes
Air Canada is expanding its winter 2026–27 network with new long-haul and leisure routes, including the only nonstop flights from North America to Tenerife. The airline is also adding destinations such as Roatán, Santo Domingo, Mérida and Mazatlán, while increasing flights to Latin America and strengthening its presence in the Caribbean and Mexico
Ahead of the world's biggest sporting event to be held in the US this summer, the airline is launching a livery in collaboration with Qatar Airways and opening up the option to redeem miles for tickets
United Airlines introduces real-time TSA wait times in its app, helping travelers at major U.S. hubs better plan security screening and reduce uncertainty. The new feature will let passengers know what to expect and help them better plan their trip
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"
