Austrian Airlines’ Airbus A320neo OE-LZN remained at London Heathrow 20 days after a tailstrike on September 19, 2026. Airbus-directed repairs, coordination between Austrian and Swiss technicians, and the pending decision on the aircraft’s final maintenance location delayed its planned return to Vienna.
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American Airlines (AA) is approaching the final stage of a seven-month catering disruption at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with local catering expected to return across its operation by the end of October 2026.
British Airways (BA) has won a £5.78 million tax dispute with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) over hotel accommodation provided to cabin crew at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) during back-to-back transatlantic rotations.
St. Louis will gain more nonstop access to London next summer as British Airways (BA) expands its seasonal service from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Skytrax has revealed its rankings of the top 10 best airports in the world for dining in 2026 with Asian hubs dominating the list.
Istanbul Airport tops OAG’s 2026 Megahubs ranking, while Asian airports gain ground among the world’s most connected hubs.
Etihad Airways (EY), the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will open its transformed London Heathrow Airport (LHR) Lounge in summer 2027 as the first Etihad lounge to introduce the new Beyond Borders design language.
National Air Traffic Services (NATS), the UK’s air traffic control provider, is investigating a technical problem in its flight processing system that has disrupted departures across the UK and Ireland.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will increase its direct London service from four to seven flights per week from October 27, strengthening its presence on a key Pakistan-UK air route.
According to the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026, the award for World’s Best Airport Security Processing recognises airports that excel in security screening efficiency, waiting times, queue management, smart technology, priority lanes, and the professionalism of security staff.