IndiGo (6E) is expanding its domestic network with new daily flights connecting Udaipur, Rajasthan, with Noida International Airport (DXN) and Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI).
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LOT Polish Airlines (LO) has launched its new nonstop service between Warsaw (WAW) and Bangkok (BKK), opening a direct link between Poland and Thailand from October 7, 2026.
Arik De has abruptly left Etihad Airways as Chief Revenue & Commercial Officer, raising questions about the circumstances behind his departure. His farewell message highlights the airline’s revenue growth and transformation, while commentary has focused on management culture and the absence of an announced successor. The reason for his exit remains unconfirmed as Etihad prepares for its next phase of commercial leadership.
Thailand’s Queen Suthida flies a JAS-39C Gripen solo after military training, marking a major aviation milestone in 2026.
WestJet (WS), Canada’s second-largest airline, has removed 13 international destinations from its network during 2026 as it reshapes its schedule across Europe, the Caribbean, Latin America and the United States.
American Airlines will install Starlink Wi-Fi across more than 1,000 mainline aircraft starting in early 2027. The expanded program covers Airbus narrowbodies and Boeing narrowbody and widebody jets, giving American a major new connectivity upgrade as United expands Starlink and Delta prepares its Amazon Leo rollout.
Alaska Airlines (AS) is preparing for a major expansion of its international network, targeting at least 15 long-haul destinations from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) by 2030.
United, Delta and JetBlue are restricting lower-priced first class fares. American could gain an edge by keeping its premium product simple and flexible.
A Delta passenger allegedly stole an Alaska tug at John Wayne Airport, crashed it near Gate 7 and faced three charges after police intervened.
Air France adds Nashville and San Diego flights in May 2027, with three weekly Airbus A350-900 services from Paris.