Claims about the travel habits of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, have resurfaced after a former cabin crew member alleged that the royal couple never books First Class on commercial flights.
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Scoot (TR) has launched direct flights between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), entering one of Asia’s most competitive long-haul leisure and business routes.
Flydubai (FZ) will expand its fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft this year as demand for premium travel continues to strengthen across its network.
Melbourne Airport (MEL) has unveiled plans for a major $4.5 billion expansion of its international terminal, reinforcing its position as Australia’s largest 24-hour gateway.
Qantas (QF) will become the first airline in the world to operate a nonstop route between Australia and Las Vegas, marking a significant milestone in long-haul aviation.
EgyptAir will launch nonstop flights from Cairo to Los Angeles and Chicago in mid-2026, deploying its Airbus A350-900 and expanding its North American network to six destinations.
Qantas Airways (QF) will establish its first cabin crew base in Singapore from September, marking a strategic expansion of its international operations at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
Philippine Airlines has requested approval to launch nonstop Manila to Chicago flights starting in summer 2026, marking a major step in its US network expansion supported by new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft.
Emirates Airlines (EK) has carried over one million tourists to Mauritius through Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) since 2022, accounting for more than 20% of total arrivals during the 2022 to 2025 period.
Etihad Airways (EY) has officially ended Airbus A380 operations on six international routes from its hub at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), marking a significant shift in its long-haul network strategy.