Sri Lankan opposition lawmaker Namal Rajapaksa, the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been arrested in connection with a long-running investigation into a controversial aircraft procurement deal involving SriLankan Airlines.
Airlines news
Cathay Pacific (CX) has cancelled all passenger flights to and from Dubai (DXB) and Riyadh (RUH) through November 30, 2026, as escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to affect regional air services.
Russia has reportedly rejected El Al’s (LY) plans to launch flights between Israel and St. Petersburg (LED), with the decision allegedly linked to tensions between Moscow and Jerusalem over the operation of Russian carrier Aeroflot.
A 22-year-old woman has accused a fellow passenger of sexually assaulting her after she lost consciousness during a Ryanair (FR) flight from Malta to Nantes, France (NTE).
Riyadh Air (RX) has shared new photos showing its first Airbus A321neo taking shape during final assembly at Airbus’ facility in Hamburg, Germany.
Ethiopian Airlines (ET) is reportedly nearing an agreement with Boeing for up to 10 long-haul freighters as the African carrier accelerates its cargo expansion strategy.
AirAsia and Pegasus Airlines have launched a new codeshare partnership designed to connect Southeast Asia with Europe through Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
Cathay Pacific (CX) will introduce its refreshed Aria Suite Business Class to Perth from 26 October 2026, giving passengers on selected flights to Hong Kong a new premium cabin experience.
Ryanair (FR), one of Europe’s largest low-cost airlines, is cutting its winter flying plans as jet fuel prices approach $140 per barrel.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned airlines, aviation insurers and foreign governments that Russian airspace is becoming increasingly dangerous because of continuing Ukrainian drone activity.