Qatar Airways (QR) will intensify competition on the busy trans-Tasman market after announcing a new daily service between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Auckland Airport (AKL) beginning December 9, 2026.
Boeing 777-300ER
Singapore Airlines (SQ) has extended the suspension of its flights between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) until October 24, 2026, citing the ongoing geopolitical situation in the Middle East.
Air New Zealand (NZ) has revealed the first images and details of its redesigned Boeing 777-300ER cabins, marking the airline’s next major investment in long-haul passenger experience.
Emirates (EK) has completed the first arrival of flight EK789 at Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC), marking the launch of the airline’s new four-times-weekly service between Dubai and Ghana’s capital.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) will significantly increase premium cabin capacity between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) from January 1, 2027.
A United Airlines Boeing 777 flying from Shanghai to San Francisco diverted to Tokyo Narita after a disruptive passenger incident prompted the crew to terminate the transpacific flight. The diversion required a fuel jettison before landing, while Japanese authorities removed the passenger and the aircraft later continued to San Francisco following additional maintenance checks.
Air France-KLM is preparing to decide on a replacement for its ageing Boeing 777-300ER fleet. The aircraft are operated by Air France (AF) and KLM (KL).
Air France (AF) is set to enhance its La Première offering across key long-haul markets from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to four new routes.
American Airlines (AA) is preparing to introduce mattress pads across its entire long-haul network, marking a significant enhancement to its international business class product.
Emirates (EK) is set to introduce a third daily service between Dubai (DXB) and Nairobi (NBO) from 1 March 2026.