Leading the carrier into 2026 is CEO Corneel Koster, whose compensation reflects the scale of managing a premium long-haul airline in a highly competitive market.
Virgin Atlantic
In 2026, Virgin Atlantic pilot salaries remain competitive within the UK long-haul airline sector.
Virgin Atlantic A350 G-VLIB diverted to Halifax after a cabin smoke smell on the VS148 Toronto to London Heathrow flight.
Virgin Atlantic cabin crew salaries in 2026 are made up of base salary, together with flying pay, overnight allowances, and additional long-haul duty payments.
Virgin Atlantic suspends London Heathrow to Seattle route during winter 2026/27, halting daily 787-9 Dreamliner service.
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.
Virgin Atlantic 787 crew reprimanded by JFK tower for switching frequency without clearance while taxiing near active runway 22R.
British Airways sacks pilot accused of secretly filming 16 women during layovers. Metropolitan Police probe ongoing, CAA reviews drug claims.
Virgin Atlantic boosts London Heathrow-Bangalore flights to 13 weekly from June 2026, with major network changes across North America, South Asia, and beyond.
Virgin Atlantic permanently cancels its London Heathrow–Riyadh route after just one year, citing Middle East unrest and overcrowded competition.