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From baggage fees to fuel surcharges, airlines across Europe and beyond are quietly increasing costs again in 2026. Here is what you need to keep an eye on

Top airports like Rome Fiumicino and Munich are raising the bar for passenger experience while major gateways such as Heathrow and Amsterdam Schiphol are under growing strain

American Airlines restarts daily Miami–Caracas flights, marking the first direct commercial service between the U.S. and Venezuela in seven years. "We're proud to be the first airline to resume service between Venezuela and the U.S."

The low-cost airline is once again attacking the UK's air traffic control authority, claiming ongoing management failures and staff shortages, alongside distributing a dividend of £171 million. "Over 133,000 Ryanair passengers suffered avoidable NATS ATC delays"

The company is upgrading the flight experience with new meals, a Michelin chef and a menu adapted for long flights. All the details about the new dishes and the upgraded drinks menu

The pioneering experiment proved that a modern aircraft engine can operate on 100% hydrogen under full flight conditions, including takeoff and landing. Surprisingly, the airline that carried out the experiment, which was conducted at a NASA facility, is actually a low-cost carrier

Around 170 security staff at Glasgow Airport are voting on strike action, raising disruption risks during the World Cup and Commonwealth Games

Dramatic announcement: Japan Airlines and JTA will adjust fuel surcharges for May–June 2026 tickets as jet fuel prices rise, applying a lower zone due to government support measures. How much can you expect to pay? Here's the full rundown

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

China Eastern Airlines will begin direct Shanghai–Tbilisi services on July 15, 2026, marking its first route to Georgia and strengthening Eurasian connectivity. "The new route will serve as an efficient 'air bridge' for economic and trade cooperation"