Author: Karan Bhatta

2026 is shaping up to be a year where UAE travellers look beyond the obvious and embrace destinations with character, creativity, and value.

Japan Airlines (JL) has introduced a policy change whereby passengers on Japan Airlines domestic flights must be enrolled in the JAL Mileage Bank program to purchase a day-of-departure cash upgrade.

More than 1,900 flights scheduled this month between mainland China and Japan have been cancelled as escalating political tensions sharply disrupt passenger demand and airline operations.

Before anything lands on a tray table, teams from food and beverage, customer experience, and inflight service sort through potential options.

Boeing signaled renewed confidence in its commercial aircraft business as it prepares for 2026, outlining higher production and delivery expectations.

IndiGo (6E) confirmed that it has received a penalty order of ₹117.52 crore from the Joint Commissioner of Central Tax and Central Excise.

India finalises a Rs80 billion, five-year MH-60R sustainment package covering maintenance, advanced systems and FMS-supported fleet upgrades.

Observing families, nervous flyers, and passengers with dietary restrictions allows cabin staff to plan meal and beverage service efficiently.

Chinese airlines have sharply reduced flights to Japan for December as political tensions surrounding Taiwan continue to escalate.

And while U.S. pilots have recently enjoyed huge pay raises, European pilots often face slower career growth and steeper costs just to get started.