Three cabin crew members from British Airways (BA) required medical treatment after unknowingly consuming cannabis-infused gummies following a long-haul service from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
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Frankfurt saw a key expansion of the Lufthansa Group’s short-haul strategy as Lufthansa City Airlines (VL) officially opened a new operating base at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) on February 9, 2026.
Singapore Airlines resumes Singapore to Riyadh flights in 2026, opening strong Business Class award availability and competitive fares for early travelers.
A passenger flying from Cancun to London criticized Virgin Atlantic after receiving a vegan meal he described as unacceptable, raising concerns about in-flight catering standards and quality control for special dietary meals.
Japan Airlines (JL) has revised its international network for the Northern Summer 2026 season, adjusting frequencies and aircraft assignments across Asia, Europe, Oceania, and North America.
Air New Zealand (NZ) has warned passengers to prepare for widespread disruption as unionised international cabin crew move toward strike action later this week.
Lufthansa faces major disruption as pilots launch a one-day strike over pension disputes, threatening widespread cancellations across Germany and potential compensation claims for affected passengers.
Fog-related disruption at Dubai Airports leads to 12 cancelled flights and 23 diversions, affecting DXB and DWC operations early Tuesday.
European aviation unions are urging suspension of the EU-Qatar air transport agreement after ethics concerns emerged involving negotiations that granted Qatar Airways broad access across Europe.
A travel experiment by a UK-based YouTuber has reignited debate over whether flying or rail travel is truly faster between Edinburgh and London.