In 2026, the global balance of air power continues to reflect both historic military dominance and rapid modernisation efforts, particularly across Asia.

Alaska Airlines (AS) and Delta Air Lines (DL) operate major portions of traffic at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

Pilot compensation received a significant boost in 2026 after Air Transat pilots ratified a new five-year collective agreement covering the period through April 2030.

NASA’s missing SR-71 844 sparks questions about a possible new high-speed X-plane program and NASA’s future flight research.

Based on the Brand Finance Global Soft Power Index 2026, here is a detailed look at the world’s most powerful countries by soft power this year.