British Airways BA2044 landed safely at Gatwick after its Boeing 777 crew reported a possible flat tyre during descent.
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British Airways has restarted its London Heathrow to Dubai route after eight months, operating one daily flight this winter and planning two daily flights in summer 2027. It has also restored Riyadh service, while Air France, Singapore Airlines, KLM and Virgin Atlantic keep Dubai flights suspended.
Lufthansa is in advanced discussions with Boeing to introduce larger Business Class cabins on some of its upcoming 787-9 Dreamliners.
Qatar Airways retains six weekly Oman Air Heathrow slots for winter 2026/27, extending its three-season slot partnership
An Emirates Airbus A380 became stranded on Taxiway E21 at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport after heavy rainfall and flooding weakened the pavement. The aircraft was towed clear and departed for Dubai, while Thai authorities ordered emergency runway and taxiway repairs, additional inspections and alternative aircraft movement arrangements.
IndiGo is in early-stage talks with Embraer to purchase 100 regional jets, with options for approximately 50 additional aircraft. The potential multibillion-dollar deal could involve the E175, E190-E2 or E195-E2, with deliveries likely from 2030 onward.
Passengers aboard Qantas flight QF1737 witnessed flames coming from beneath an Airbus A320’s wing at Karratha Airport.
Aer Lingus faces a damages claim after a passenger fractured her ankle while leaving a flight at Dublin Airport in 2019.
Emirates CEO Tim Clark details 777X delays, A380 plans and Dubai hub resilience amid regional unrest and fuel pressures.
ITA Airways plans Milan-Lima flights from Malpensa to counter Emirates’ fifth-freedom bid on Italy-Peru routes in 2027.