Turkish Airlines has finalized an agreement with Boeing for up to 150 737 MAX aircraft, comprising 100 firm 737-8 jets and options for 50 more. The order marks the airline’s largest Boeing single-aisle purchase and supports its Istanbul-based short- and medium-haul network.
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Turkish Airlines A350 enters Newark Runway 4L without clearance as Delta flight approaches, prompting a pilot deviation review.
Turkish Airlines has permanently removed 11 destinations from its future schedule, while Aqaba and Havana are delayed to March 2027 and five Iranian destinations remain tentatively scheduled for return.
Turkish Airlines (TK) plans to increase flights across East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania by 15%-20% over the coming years as it shifts more capacity toward long-haul markets.
Turkish Airlines (TK) is considering adding London City Airport (LCY) to its growing UK network, potentially giving the carrier four London gateways.
Turkish Airlines (TK) will expand its China network with the launch of scheduled flights between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) from November 11, 2026.
Turkish Airlines now carries around twice as many passengers as British Airways, supported by rapid fleet growth and Istanbul’s expanding hub.
Turkish Airlines TK3 declared a medical emergency after a passenger suffered a suspected heart attack before landing at JFK safely.
Turkish Airlines (TK) has completed the longest nonstop flight in its history, carrying Italian football club Juventus from Perth Airport (PER) in Australia to Turin (TRN), Italy, in a special charter operation.
Turkish Airlines launches Singapore to Sydney flights from October 2026 with fifth freedom rights and Airbus A350 service.