A passenger has alleged that unhygienic cabin conditions on an Akasa Air (QP) flight caused a serious fungal infection, raising renewed concerns over onboard sanitation standards in India’s fast-growing aviation sector.
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Etihad Airways (EY) has increased service between Tel Aviv (TLV) and Abu Dhabi (AUH) to six daily flights.
A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Miami diverted to Shannon Airport after the crew declared a medical emergency on board.
Singapore Airlines confirms new aircraft assignments and schedule adjustments across key global routes for the Summer 2026 season.
Cathay Pacific apologises after elderly passenger reports distress during itinerary change, raising airline accountability concerns.
British Airways (BA) will introduce a revised Club Europe breakfast service on select short-haul European routes from January 2026.
Star Air (S5), owned by Ghodawat Enterprises Pvt Ltd, has set a revenue target of ₹1,100 crore for FY26 as it accelerates expansion across India’s regional aviation market.
Air India (AI) removed a Boeing 777 pilot from duty at Vancouver Airport (YVR) after he allegedly failed an alcohol test before operating Flight AI 186 to Delhi (DEL) via Vienna (VIE) on December 23, 2025.
Turkish Airlines (TK) has set an ambitious long-term target to rank among the world’s top five airlines by 2033, aligning the goal with its 100th anniversary.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) is set to introduce its long awaited next-generation Business Class seat in 2026, marking its first major long-haul Business Class refresh since 2013.