Singapore Airlines (SQ) and Cathay Pacific (CX) could see short-term gains as Middle East airspace closures disrupt major Gulf hubs and reroute global traffic flows.
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In 2026, Airline Ratings once again analysed full-service carriers across the globe, examining fleet age, pilot training, incident records, international audit compliance, and overall safety management systems.
The long-haul airline rankings highlight a clear shift in what passengers value most on extended flights.
Cathay Pacific Airways (CX) has told employees that rewards under its 2025 profit-sharing scheme will exceed the 6.2 weeks of pay granted for 2024, reflecting stronger operating results and improved customer sentiment.
Cathay Pacific flight CX449 returned to Kaohsiung shortly after departure due to a technical issue, with passengers safely rebooked onto alternative flights.
Cathay Pacific Airways (CX) and its low-cost subsidiary HK Express (UO) recorded a sharp rise in passenger traffic in 2025, reflecting the continued recovery of air travel and strong inbound tourism to the city.
Cathay Pacific plans a rare A321neo cabin redesign that removes seats to improve economy legroom, lavatories, and crew space starting in 2026.
Cathay Pacific Airways (CX) has confirmed a significant expansion of its Oceania network, scheduling more than 12% additional flights to Australia and New Zealand in the first quarter of 2026.
Dutch passenger dies after collapsing on Cathay Pacific CX270 from Amsterdam to Hong Kong, despite immediate onboard medical aid.
A Japanese passenger was sentenced in Hong Kong after taking upskirt photos of Cathay Pacific cabin crew during a stopover flight.