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Shankh Airlines chief Shravan Vishwakarma praised Uttar Pradesh's infrastructure growth at a recent forum to boost regional air travel accessibility.
Delta Air Lines will increase its Melbourne to Los Angeles service to daily flights later this year, boosting trans-Pacific capacity for travelers.
Rossiya and Nordwind Airlines suspended Cuba flights due to a severe jet fuel shortage; carriers are now repatriating thousands of stranded tourists.
Air Canada will acquire Airbus A350-1000 widebody aircraft to support international growth and replace older jets; the move enhances fuel efficiency.
Cayman Airways will end its Grand Cayman to New York JFK service in October 2026 to redeploy Boeing 737-8 aircraft toward emerging tourism gateways.
Ethiopian Airlines plans to launch direct flights to Australia by 2028; the move depends on acquiring new widebody aircraft for the long-haul route.
Emirates and Etihad lead a major 2026 expansion with new flights to Calgary and Helsinki; the move strengthens the UAE as a global aviation hub.
Cuba postponed its annual Habano Festival as severe aviation fuel shortages led to widespread flight cancellations and international travel advisories.
American Airlines began Miami-Bimini flights as the local airport hits a 60% upgrade milestone; the $80 million project will boost Bahamian tourism.
IndiGo extended flight cancellations to four Central Asian cities until March 28; the move follows rising tensions and airspace restrictions near Iran.
Tata Sons has brought former civil aviation secretary Pradeep Singh Kharola on board as an advisor for its aviation business as it steps up efforts to stabilise and revive Air India, an Economic Times report said on Tuesday. Kharola, a 1985-batch IAS officer, is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening Air India's engagement with the government at a time when the airline is facing increased regulatory scrutiny and leadership uncertainty. The Economic Times earlier reported that the Tata Group has initiated the search for a successor to CEO Campbell Wilson. Neither Tata Sons nor Air India responded to queries from The Economic Times regarding Kharola's appointment, while Kharola himself declined to comment on his new role. Kharola served as civil aviation secretary between February 2019 and September 2021 and oversaw the privatisation process that culminated in the Tata Group's takeover of Air India in January 2022. He also previously held the position of Air India chairman. The Economic Times noted that his appointment comes amid heightened oversight of Air India's operations following last year's Boeing 787 crash that claimed 260 lives. A preliminary probe has not attributed the accident to faults in the aircraft or the airline's engineering practices. Parliamentary data cited by The Economic Times showed that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued 84 show-cause notices to Air India over the past two years, while its low-cost arm Air India Express received 65. In comparison, IndiGo, despite having nearly double the fleet size, received 98 notices. The DGCA recently fined Air India for operating an aircraft eight times without a valid airworthiness permit and held CEO Wilson accountable for the lapse. Sources told The Economic Times that Kharola was handpicked by Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran and has been closely involved in sensitive government interactions and safety reviews, particularly after the crash. Aviation remains a heavily regulated sector, with airlines dependent on government approvals for key operational matters, including Air India's request to use Chinese airspace to offset losses stemming from restrictions on flying through Pakistani airspace.
A former Ryanair cabin crew member warns passengers to avoid seat 11A and row 32 on Boeing 737 aircraft to ensure a more comfortable flight experience.
Southwest Airlines faces scrutiny after a 2-year-old was seated away from parents; the incident highlights gaps in federal family seating regulations.
Spirit Airlines will suspend service to 10 cities as part of a major network restructuring; the move aims to boost profitability during bankruptcy recovery.
Southwest Airlines faces social media debate after a father was separated from his toddler; critics cite the carrier's evolving seat selection policies.
Israeli carrier Arkia will launch a new business class on its Airbus A320 fleet starting with Paris flights in April to meet high premium travel demand.
Air Niugini reappointed Allan Milne as CEO to lead a critical fleet modernization; the move aims to resolve spare parts shortages and improve reliability.
Italian airline workers launched strikes during the 2026 Winter Olympics; the walkouts threaten travel for thousands of fans heading to Milan and Cortina.
Virgin Australia launched a major international sale with Bali return fares from $399 and discounted Economy X upgrades for travel throughout 2026.
Kenya Airways flight KQ470 returned to Nairobi after poor visibility prevented landing in Kigali; the diversion caused delays for other regional routes.
