International air travel to the Middle East has faced significant disruption as escalating tensions between Iran and the United States prompt airlines to revise operations.
Airline News
Air India cancels New York and Newark flights on Jan 25 and 26 due to severe winter storm conditions across the US East Coast.
IndiGo Airlines (6E) has vacated 717 domestic airport slots after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation ordered a 10 percent cut in its winter flight schedule.
Air India (AI) will begin operating its first custom-built Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with limited features while awaiting regulatory approvals.
Ryanair (FR) chief executive Michael O’Leary said passengers should brace for widespread disruption if French air traffic controllers resume industrial action from late spring.
A Lufthansa Airlines (LH) flight bound for Munich Airport (MUC) returned to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) shortly after takeoff due to a technical issue identified by the flight crew.
Air India (AI) has introduced a refreshed inflight beverage collection on international routes, reinforcing its premium service push.
IndiGo Airlines (6E), has launched non-stop flights from India to Athens, establishing itself as the only Indian carrier offering direct connectivity to Greece.
Five major South Korean carriers under the Hanjin Group umbrella have announced a comprehensive ban on the in-flight use of portable batteries, citing heightened concerns over lithium-ion battery fire risks.
British Airways (BA) has successfully defended a compensation claim after a flight attendant was injured during turbulence on a long-haul service to India.