Akasa Air eyes commercial operations launch from mid-2022
India’s new ultra-low-cost carrier Akasa Air aims to start commercial operations from mid-2022. The news comes as the…
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Great Dane Airlines goes bankrupt, ceases operations
Regional Danish carrier Great Dane Airlines filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations on October 11, 2021, two years…
Southwest Airlines disruptions continue with more than 300 flights cancelled
Southwest Airlines’ (LUV) operations continue to suffer as the airline cancelled a further 360 flights on October 11,…
Where do major US carriers stand on COVID-19 vaccination mandates for employees?
In September 2021, the Biden administration unveiled a detailed national strategy to combat COVID-19. Included in that plan…
Fiji Airways ends 20-month hiatus with ops starting December 2021
Fiji’s flag carrier, Fiji Airways, will be returning to the skies with its regular international services resuming on…
Southwest Airlines cancels over 1,000 flights in one weekend
Southwest Airlines (LUV) passengers and customers were left scrambling to rearrange their travel plans as the airline cancelled…
Air Belgium welcomes its first A330neo aircraft pair
Mont-Saint-Guibert-based full-service airline Air Belgium received its first pair of Airbus A330-900neos on October 8, 2021. The A330-900neo…
What are the largest Airbus A380 operators?
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on international air travel, airlines are reviewing the future…
Will British Airways relaunch Gatwick short-haul ops after all?
British Airways may yet be relaunching short-haul flights from London Gatwick (LGW) in summer 2022 after fresh talks…
Passenger numbers boost for Scandinavian carriers in September
Carriers in Scandinavia — Norwegian Air, SAS, Finnair, and Icelandair — saw an increase in passenger numbers during…
Ethiopian denies smuggling weapons during Tigray conflict
Ethiopian Airways, the flag carrier of Ethiopia, said it was not aware of its aircraft having been used…
After 18 hours, Qantas’ longest commercial flight lands in Darwin
Qantas Boeing 787 Dreamliner landed at Darwin (DRW), concluding the airline’s longest commercial flight after spending nearly 18…
AirAsia Malaysia becomes latest to fly only fully-vaccinated passengers
AirAsia Malaysia will only take fully vaccinated travelers on board its flights, the carrier announced on October 6,…
Ryanair & Wizz Air double September 2021 passenger numbers, leading recovery
Low cost carriers Ryanair and Wizz Air continue to lead airline recovery in Europe, with data showing increases…
Southwest Airlines now require its staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (LUV) has announced on October 4, 2021, that it is now requiring all of its…
How global airlines plan to achieve net zero emissions by 2050
Global airlines have signed a pledge to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, admitting it will be a…
Etihad Airways announces plans to recruit up to 1,000 cabin crew
In the latest sign of things looking up for the travel industry, Abu Dhabi-based carrier Etihad Airways is…
Qantas to finalize its major 10-year domestic fleet renewal plans
Australian flag carrier Qantas is about to finalize its formal tender process for the long-term renewal of its…