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"
Assigned seating begins January 27, 2026, at Southwest, with new group boarding, extra legroom, and preferred seats available: “Assigned seating unlocks new opportunities for our customers. Also effective today: updated plus-size policy
TAROM adds new interline fares with ITA Airways, offering single-ticket connections via Bucharest and Rome to dozens of Italian and European cities. Passengers can now reach Italy and select European cities using a single ticket and efficient airport transfers
Korean Air has introduced a ban on using power banks during flights starting January 26, 2026: “Korean Air remains fully committed to providing a safe, secure and comfortable travel experience for all customers.” Also today: the airline announces a partnership with Heathrow Express for discounted UK rail travel
A new bilateral interline agreement between Emirates and Air Peace will allow passengers to single-ticket flights, direct baggage transfers throughout selected routes, and connections to additional destinations in West Africa via Dubai and London
Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER) has issued a special weather warning, mentioning expected disruptions to its operations. Many flights were canceled and delayed throughout the morning, including flights to and from Canadian airports: "Extreme cold is causing delays"
Heavy snow and temperatures the likes of which are almost unheard of in the United States, in one of the most severe storms to hit North America in recent years. Authorities are reporting widespread power outages and transportation disruptions that could last for days. Air travel disruptions also continue
New drinking experience on international flights: From champagne in first class to gin and beer in economy and tequila served for the first time in the history of Indian aviation, this airline is introducing a new drinking experience on international flights
New gateway to Japan’s northern winter playground: Air Canada adds three weekly non-stop flights from Vancouver to Sapporo starting December 2026. Ski, soak in hot springs, and enjoy Japan’s north in comfort
Members of the Dubai-based luxury airline's loyalty club, Emirates Skywards, will be able to redeem points for flights on low-cost carrier Jet2, which flies to popular destinations across Europe, the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands
