Austrian Airlines’ long-haul fleet modernization has suffered a major setback after Lufthansa Group reassigned five Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners originally planned for the Austrian carrier.
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Emirates is investing $5 billion in its Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 fleets, upgrading 219 aircraft with premium cabins, new seating and Starlink connectivity as Riyadh Air expands its international network.
European aviation has faced another wave of b*mb threats, forcing diversions and security inspections involving Aer Lingus, Wizz Air, LOT, Ryanair and Finnair.
KLM has unveiled a major restructuring programme affecting approximately 5,000 positions, equivalent to nearly 15% of its workforce
Turkish Airlines reported $1.29 billion in net income for the third quarter of 2026, despite a 58.5% increase in fuel expenses. Revenue climbed 19.3% to $8.30 billion, supported by passenger and cargo growth.
Qantas has agreed to sell 44 Boeing 737 aircraft and 88 engines to AerFin in a seven-year deal
A British Airways passenger claims she was given paper towels and a 15ml cleaning spray after discovering a urine-soaked seat before an eight-hour flight from Miami to London. The incident raises questions about aircraft cleaning procedures, seat inspections and passenger assistance.
Former China Eastern chairman Liu Shaoyong has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for accepting more than $10.1 million in bribes. The case spans senior positions at China Eastern and China Southern Airlines between 2002 and 2023.
Air Canada will not resume its Toronto-Mumbai service in 2027 after suspending the route in March 2026. The airline previously operated the connection through London Heathrow using Boeing 787 aircraft.
British Airways BA2044 landed safely at Gatwick after its Boeing 777 crew reported a possible flat tyre during descent.