Turkish Airlines has unveiled its 500th aircraft at Istanbul Airport, marking a major fleet milestone and launching its next expansion phase toward a 1,000-aircraft future.
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Turkish Airlines (TK) has confirmed a significant expansion of its China services for the upcoming Northern Summer 2026 season, maintaining and increasing weekly flights on its major China routes.
Turkish Airlines (TK) announced a landmark investment of 100 billion Turkish liras (over $2.3 billion) to build what it calls the world’s largest cargo terminal and an in‑flight catering facility
Turkish Airlines (TK) has officially resumed scheduled service from Istanbul Airport (IST), Türkiye to Sulaymaniyah International Airport (ISU), Iraq, re-establishing a direct air link that was suspended in April 2023.
Turkish Airlines (TK) is strengthening air links between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) by adding four more weekly flights, bringing the total to 14 from 26 October.
Turkish Airlines (TK) has announced plans to launch direct flights to Yerevan, Armenia, and Timisoara, Romania.
In September 2025, new data from OAG reveals that Istanbul Airport (IST) has established itself as Europe’s busiest airport, surpassing traditional leaders like London Heathrow (LHR) and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).
DXB continues to hold its global leadership in international travel, supported by its strategic location and airline expansion.
Turkish Airlines (TK) has resumed direct flights to Misrata International Airport (MRA) in Libya after 10 year long suspension.
An affidavit from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has revealed how Turkey served as a crucial transit hub for foreign fighters attempting to join the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS).