Author: Shweta Shukla

Qatar Airways (QR) has filed schedule updates that reduce service on several European routes, signaling a measured approach to capacity deployment during the 2026 season.

Emirates (EK) has signed an interline agreement with Loong Air (GJ), effective immediately, expanding its footprint across mainland China through Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH), Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX), and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).

Qatar Airways (QR) has launched a limited-time promotion offering up to a 50% bonus on Avios purchases through its Privilege Club loyalty program.

DGCA fined Air India ₹1 crore after an aircraft operated without a valid airworthiness certificate, prompting engineering leadership changes and compliance reforms.

Gulf Air (GF) received a bomb threat minutes after Flight GF274 departed from Manama, Bahrain, to Hyderabad.

The Israel Competition Authority has moved to impose a major financial penalty on El Al Israel Airlines (LY) following findings that the carrier charged excessive fares during the war.

Emirates continues pressing for expanded India flight rights as travel demand far exceeds seat availability under current bilateral limits, shaping future connectivity plans.

Former AirAsia CEO Vijay Gopalan missed an IndiGo flight from Tiruchirappalli after alleged display errors led to confusion over boarding status, sparking debate over airline and airport communication protocols.

Emirates is reducing flights using its 615-seat Airbus A380 aircraft by 20 percent in 2026, removing the aircraft from multiple routes while shifting capacity to better match market demand.

Emirates Airline (EK) would consider ordering a larger Airbus A350 variant if the manufacturer proceeds with the proposed A350-2000 program.