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Qatar Airways' 9,032-mile Doha (DOH) to Auckland (AKL) service, operated by the Airbus A350-1000, is one of the world's longest non-stop flights, enhancing global connectivity.
Air Canada has ordered 30 Airbus A321XLR aircraft, with first deliveries in 2026, to significantly expand its transatlantic and long-haul network.
Regulators and airlines are implementing new measures, including fines and technology, to curb disruptive passenger behavior like 'aisle lice' and 'gate lice' following a rise in non-compliance incidents.
Kenya Airways issued a 2025 profit warning after a global spare parts shortage grounded its Boeing 787 Dreamliners, reversing its historic 2024 profit.
Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, and South African Airways are driving a surge at Lagos's Murtala Muhammed International Airport, which climbed into Africa's top 10 busiest hubs in 2025.
IndiGo, India's largest airline, announced its 'Sail into 2026' sale on January 13, offering domestic and international flight tickets starting from ₹1,499.
Emirates has confirmed a multi-billion dollar retrofit of 219 Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft to install Premium Economy and ensure cabin consistency.
Lufthansa Group is significantly expanding its transatlantic network, adding new North American destinations and increasing frequencies due to strong international travel demand.
Cathay Pacific will solidify its Hong Kong-Boston long-haul route with daily Airbus A350 service, boosting its North American network capacity.
Alaska Airlines placed its largest-ever order for 110 Boeing 737 MAX 10s and 787-10 Dreamliners, signaling a major international expansion despite the recent 737 MAX 9 safety incident.
easyJet faced scrutiny over an eight-month delay in reimbursing 20 passengers stranded at Faro Airport after an April 28, 2025, flight cancellation due to a widespread power outage.
United Airlines is upgrading its existing fleet with enhanced cabin interiors, including new seats and entertainment systems, a multi-year modernization effort.
Lufthansa has ordered five more Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, boosting its long-haul fleet modernization, with deliveries starting in 2028.
Emirates is expanding its Premium Economy cabin to 10 new global cities by July 2026, featuring 40-inch legroom seats on Airbus A350 and Boeing 777 aircraft.
Thai Airways, Thailand’s flag carrier, received its first Airbus A321neo (HS-TOA) in Bangkok, marking a significant fleet modernization step for the airline.
Air India is being sued in the High Court in London by the families of nine British victims of the fatal Flight 171 Boeing 787-8 crash.
Ryanair pilots Jamie Fernandes and Matthew Greenhalgh were killed in a tragic M62 crash; HGV driver Anthony Burns was jailed for 10 years for dangerous driving.
Air Zimbabwe announced a US$775.5 million plan to acquire six new aircraft over three years, replacing its ageing Boeing 737/767 fleet to revitalise domestic, regional, and international routes.
Alaska Airlines unveiled its first branded Boeing 787 Dreamliner and placed its largest-ever order for 110 Boeing jets, signaling global expansion two years after the 737 MAX 9 door plug incident.
Delta Air Lines ordered up to 60 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, shifting its long-haul fleet strategy to aggressively compete with United and American for premium international traffic.
