The Federal Aviation Administration announced that the controversial decision to partially close the US airspace for 10 days has been canceled. "The FAA and DOW acted swiftly to address a cartel drone incursion"
Extraordinary, severe, and immediate flight restrictions for ten days in the southwestern United States, without explanation: El Paso airport completely closed, restrictions also in large areas of New Mexico. Authorities do not justify the decision, and warn against violating the ban
The Egyptian airline's new aircraft will be used to expand long-haul flight operations from Cairo, including direct routes to new destinations in the western United States and northern Asia
Innovating at its finest: Chef Frederic Simonin's dishes will now also be served in Premium Class on flights departing from the United States and Canada: "I have carefully selected products to enhance them with delicacy and precision"
The US Embassy in Havana warns of ongoing, daily power outages across Cuba, with severe fuel shortages affecting transportation, water, and communications. The embassy urges US citizens staying in the country or planning to travel there to prepare for extended disruptions, monitor official updates
Etihad Airways will operate direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Calgary starting in November 2026, establishing the first-ever direct connection between the Middle East and Western Canada. The move aligns with the airline's plan to expand globally and strengthen its presence in North America
The United States has issued security guidelines for its citizens attending the Rio de Janeiro Carnival. Highlights: serious warnings of random crimes, including thefts
Delta issues a special update informing passengers of a new winter storm forecast for the eastern part of the United States. Many airports are expected to be affected. These are the main areas where air activity will likely suffer disruptions
The US Secretary of Transportation and the head of the Federal Aviation Administration have unveiled a wide-ranging organizational reform designed to strengthen safety, accelerate innovation, and advance a new air traffic management system
An unusual security incident has occurred at Miami Airport, one of the busiest in the United States. A reported bomb threat prompted the evacuation of passengers. Police are investigating the incident, which apparently took place in the check-in areas
The collaboration between Jetblue and United goes one step further, letting passengers book flights on either airline’s website or app using cash, TrueBlue points, or MileagePlus miles, with more destinations and combined-ticket options coming soon
United Airlines has equipped more than 300 of its regional aircraft with Starlink, offering fast, reliable Wi-Fi, and aims to equip 500 mainline aircraft by 2026: "That’s one giant leap for in-flight Wi-Fi." The company also plans a big technology upgrade on Wednesdy, February 4, 2026
The American airline plans to operate 222 destinations from Chicago O'Hare Airport this summer, including 47 international destinations. New domestic routes are also scheduled, alongside 2,500 new hires by the end of 2026. Company Vice President: "Hiring in the city we call home"
The American airline is launching a series of innovations to save time, improve the airport and flight experience, and provide personalized information. The upgrades rely on intelligence-based navigation tools meant to identify relevant features for each passenger
United praised employees for keeping passengers informed and satisfied as the FAA cut flights during the U.S. government shutdown; CEO: "Never been prouder to be on this team."
MileagePlus members can now earn miles on Lyft rides, with bonus miles for new users and upcoming redemption options in the Lyft app starting in 2026
"End the shutdown now!": Amid ongoing chaos at US airports, U.S. Secretary of Transportation warns he may close parts of the airspace if the government shutdown does not end; airline stocks respond with sharp drops
United Airlines has launched the MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card, offering members miles for shopping, dining, and saving, plus a 10,000-mile welcome bonus
United Airlines launches new San Francisco-Bangkok route with a stopover in Hong Kong, becoming the only American company with direct service from Thailand's capital city
Two United planes clipped wings at O’Hare Airport on Friday. Flight UA2652 had just landed; all passengers and crew were unharmed
