Qatar Airways (QR) will intensify competition on the busy trans-Tasman market after announcing a new daily service between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Auckland Airport (AKL) beginning December 9, 2026.
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easyJet France strike notice raises summer travel concerns as cabin crew unions dispute working conditions and scheduling.
Emirates faces a U.S. lawsuit alleging theft of confidential meal pre-order technology shared during partnership negotiations.
British Airways diverted its London to Seattle service to Iqaluit in Nunavut on July 23, 2026, after the crew of a Boeing 787-10 declared an emergency over the Arctic. More than 270 people left the aircraft, and a local hotel shortage complicated the airline’s recovery plan.
Hitman convicted in Ripudaman Singh Malik murder receives 15 more years for unrelated 2022 British Columbia killing.
Qantas A350-1000ULR lands in Melbourne after a 19-hour nonstop test flight, advancing Project Sunrise expansion.
Air India (AI) is preparing to introduce hub-and-spoke connectivity from Amritsar Airport (ATQ), allowing passengers to complete check-in at their origin and transfer through Delhi Airport (DEL) for a smoother international travel experience.
Cathay Pacific (CX) is rolling out a redesigned Airbus A321neo cabin this summer that carries fewer seats, wider rear lavatories, and a larger galley, reversing the industry habit of adding density at every refresh.
Air New Zealand (NZ) has emerged from several years of operational setbacks with a major fleet modernization program, positioning itself to compete more effectively as Qantas (QF) accelerates its long-haul expansion.
Alleged GRU officer posing as Aeroflot employee leaves Japan, raising concerns over Russian technology procurement.