Author: Helen William

Airbus has flown its A350F freighter for the first time, marking a major milestone for the company’s effort to enter the modern large-freighter market.

A British Airways (BA) flight from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) declared a mid-air emergency on September 27 after a medical incident involving a passenger.

Virgin Atlantic (VS) is preparing a broad upgrade programme covering its aircraft cabins, inflight connectivity and airport lounges, with several changes scheduled to arrive between 2026 and 2028.

Lufthansa flight LH470 from Frankfurt to Toronto diverted to Manchester after a burning odour was detected on board. The Boeing 747-400 landed safely, while passengers reported failed lavatory lights, a loss of the in-flight entertainment system and possible smoke in the cabin.

Jet2 (LS) flight LS1536 from Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to London Stansted Airport (STN) was evacuated on September 25, 2026, after a passenger reportedly made a bomb threat.

Airbus is preparing to fly its new A350F freighter for the first time on September 29, marking a major milestone in the development of its next-generation cargo aircraft.

Finnair (AY) will increase its presence in Japan next summer, adding more flights between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Tokyo as the airline responds to continued demand for travel between Europe and Asia.

A Ryanair-operated Boeing 737 landed at Manchester with just 363kg of fuel after severe weather, repeated wind shear events and multiple diversions during Storm Amy.

easyJet (U2) has put 18 new routes on sale from 10 UK airports for summer 2027. The new services will connect passengers with destinations across Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Greece, Cyprus, Montenegro and Bulgaria.

St. Louis will gain more nonstop access to London next summer as British Airways (BA) expands its seasonal service from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).