Qantas (QF) has secured another major global aviation achievement after ranking as the world’s second-most punctual major airline in April 2026.
Airline News
British Airways bans power banks in overhead lockers and in-seat charging under new ICAO-aligned lithium battery safety rules.
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands has completed his final scheduled Boeing 737 flight as a guest pilot for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL), closing a unique chapter in European royal aviation history.
Lufthansa (LH) has significantly revised its monetization strategy for the Allegris First Class Suite Plus product, marking a notable shift in how the airline prices its premium double-suite configuration.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) will resume flights to Madrid Airport (MAD) from October 26, 2026, marking its return to the Spanish capital after a 22-year absence.
Boeing’s first production Boeing 777-9 aircraft destined for Lufthansa (LH) successfully completed its inaugural test flight on May 7, marking a major breakthrough for the long-delayed 777X programme.
San Francisco becomes LOT’s sixth scheduled destination in the United States, joining Chicago, New York, Newark, Miami, and Los Angeles.
Emirates (EK) has introduced a new special livery on one of its Airbus A380 aircraft, featuring a prominent redesign incorporating the UAE national flag.
Qatar Airways (QR) has reduced its United States operations by nearly half during the second quarter of 2026, removing more than 1,300 flights from its transatlantic schedule as the airline continues rebuilding operations following the Middle East airspace crisis earlier this year.
Emirates (EK) has announced a 20 week basic salary bonus for all 130,000 employees of the Emirates Group, following the airline’s record annual profit of $6.6 billion.