International air travel to the Middle East has faced significant disruption as escalating tensions between Iran and the United States prompt airlines to revise operations.
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Ryanair (FR) chief executive Michael O’Leary said passengers should brace for widespread disruption if French air traffic controllers resume industrial action from late spring.
CAE estimates that commercial aviation alone will need 267,000 new pilots over the next decade, with Asia-Pacific accounting for the largest share due to rapid traffic growth and fleet expansion.
Five major South Korean carriers under the Hanjin Group umbrella have announced a comprehensive ban on the in-flight use of portable batteries, citing heightened concerns over lithium-ion battery fire risks.
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.
United Airlines (UA) leads the world in long-haul flying, narrowly surpassing Emirates (EK) in total scheduled round-trip services.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (WN) completes cabin modifications across its entire Boeing 737-700 fleet.
Air France (AF) has released a special documentary to mark the 50th anniversary of the airline’s first commercial Concorde flight, celebrating one of the most iconic chapters in aviation history.
Emirates Skywards has expanded its UK-facing loyalty proposition by partnering with Jet2.com (LS), enabling members to redeem Skywards Miles for flights across the British leisure carrier’s short-haul network.
Saudi Arabia is moving closer to its ambition of becoming a global logistics gateway as Riyadh Air (RX) formally launches its dedicated cargo brand, Riyadh Cargo.