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.
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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.
A Singapore Airlines (SQ) flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Singapore (SIN) was diverted on May 5 due to severe weather.
Air France Boeing 777 AF111 from Shanghai diverted to Munich after left engine issue, landing safely with fire crews ready.
Emirates (EK) purchased 29 Airbus A380 superjumbos and five Boeing 777 aircraft during the 2025-26 financial year, strengthening its long-term fleet strategy while recording the highest annual profit in airline industry history.
Virgin Atlantic (VS) will not resume flights between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) for the 2026/27 winter season, ending its latest attempt to serve one of the world’s busiest long-haul corridors after just three years.
Lufthansa (LH) is refining its long-haul fleet strategy as delays continue to affect the Boeing 777X.