A new commercial aircraft can carry a headline price tag approaching $400 million, but airlines rarely pay anything close to that amount.

Emirates (EK) has strengthened its position in the premium travel market with a new Premium Economy seat, raising fresh questions about why Qatar Airways (QR) continues to operate without a dedicated cabin between Economy and Business Class.

Sri Lankan opposition lawmaker Namal Rajapaksa, the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been arrested in connection with a long-running investigation into a controversial aircraft procurement deal involving SriLankan Airlines.

Cathay Pacific (CX) has cancelled all passenger flights to and from Dubai (DXB) and Riyadh (RUH) through November 30, 2026, as escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to affect regional air services.

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