Heathrow Airport reports strong April transfer demand up 10% YoY, even as passenger numbers dip 5%. Cargo steady, highlighting resilience amid Middle East disruptions
The US is airlifting 17 Americans from the MV Hondius after an Andes hantavirus outbreak, with two passengers placed in biocontainment units. One has tested mildly positive to PCR testing for the Andes hantavirus, and another is currently exhibiting mild symptoms
One of the repatriated passengers showed symptoms during the rescue flight from the North Atlantic. The French Defense Minister announced a special decree to allow isolation measures to be applied to contact cases. The European Commission representation in Spain: "Following Spain's request under the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, a rescEU air ambulance is being deployed from Norway to Tenerife"
The unusual incident occurred during takeoff of a Frontier Airlines flight in Denver, when a person breached the security fence and reached the runway. The pilot immediately stopped the plane, but during the evacuation of the plane, 12 people were injured, including five who were taken to the hospital
After it ended the 2025-26 finanial year breaking new records in terms of annual profit, revenues, and dividend, Emirates unveils the new design of its flagship aircraft, the Airbus A380, with a giant UAE flag flying over about half of the plane's surface: "A unifying symbol across society, a shared responsibility and pride in the nation’s strength and cohesion during recent challenges"
In light of the jet fuel crisis, the French Minister of Transport announced that the government is promoting regulatory relief and financial support for airlines facing operational and economic challenges ahead of the summer season, while protecting passenger rights
After confirming that the MV Hondius will arrive in the Canary Islands following the hantavirus outbreak, Spain has officially received the first three suspected hantavirus cases, despite the Canary Islands' president disagreeing with the decision. UPDATE: WHO informs the public that Swiss authorities have confirmed another case of Hantavirus in a previous passenger from the same ship
Wizz Air carried 6.63 million passengers in April 2026, up 22% year-on-year, while load factor dipped slightly to 88.9%. The airline also improved its CO₂ efficiency
"The first child ever born on board an ITA Airways aircraft": A passenger on ITA Airways flight AZ855 gave birth mid-flight from Dakar to Rome Fiumicino, assisted by crew and onboard medical professionals
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
