Singapore Airlines (SQ), based at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), will reduce its widebody fleet for the first time in nearly 6 years.
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In this article, we will have a look at the ten best low-cost airlines in the world in 2026.
Global aviation analytics firm Cirium has released its 2025 EmeraldSky Annual Review, naming Scoot (TR) as the world’s most emissions-efficient airline.
A 52-year-old Indian national is facing up to 12 years in prison after being arrested over an alleged sexual assault on a Perth-bound flight, in a case that has drawn attention to inflight passenger safety and airline response protocols.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) and its low-cost subsidiary Scoot (TR) have extended the suspension of several Middle East routes as the ongoing conflict linked to Iran continues to disrupt regional airspace and airline operations.
Scoot (TR) has launched direct flights between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), entering one of Asia’s most competitive long-haul leisure and business routes.
In 2026, the low-cost airlines segment continues to mature, combining cost-efficient operations with stringent safety systems, crew training standards, and comprehensive maintenance regimes.
A senior flight attendant of Scoot (TR) stole nearly SG$40,000 (approx. US$31,000) from inflight food and beverage sales over 21 months, Singapore courts have heard.
Low-cost carriers have reshaped global air travel, making it easier than ever for millions of passengers to fly affordably without compromising too much on safety or comfort.
In 2025, Skytrax recognised the top performers in this competitive sector, highlighting airlines that have struck the right balance between value, service, and efficiency.