Air New Zealand (NZ) has resumed its seasonal nonstop service between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), returning three weeks earlier than last year while significantly boosting capacity for the 2026 winter travel season.
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A former employee of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) has lost a legal battle for compensation after a Dutch court ruled that his actions during an aircraft refueling operation created a serious safety risk and justified his dismissal.
Ryanair (FR) has unveiled a record Winter 2026 schedule for the Polish capital, adding 12 new routes across Warsaw Modlin (WMI) and Warsaw Chopin (WAW) airports.
Qatar Airways prepares to resume Doha to Philadelphia flights as American Airlines delays its Middle East return to 2027.
An Iberia (IB) Airbus A350 suffered damage during a ceremonial water salute at Guayaquil International Airport (GYE) in Ecuador, forcing the aircraft to cancel its scheduled return flight to Madrid and remain grounded for inspections.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) has introduced a new Business Class seat assignment policy that limits advance seat selection for passengers traveling on its lowest-priced premium fares.
Qatar Airways (QR) is significantly expanding its operations between Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha and Dubai International Airport (DXB), increasing services from two daily flights to five daily flights as passenger demand continues to grow across the Gulf region.
Riyadh Air (RX) has officially taken delivery of its first two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, marking a major milestone ahead of the Saudi startup carrier’s commercial launch next month.
Singapore Airlines in early talks with Airbus and Boeing to buy 50 large jets, eyeing 777X and A350-1000 for 2030s growth.
IndiGo (6E), India’s largest airline, has announced the temporary suspension of flights to six international destinations as it responds to rising operating costs, airspace restrictions, and weaker seasonal demand.