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Recent developments from the past 7 days

Maldivian A330-200 Launches New Direct Melbourne-Malé Route, Cutting Travel Time

Maldivian and Luxury Escapes launch the first non-stop Melbourne-Malé service, solving 20+ hour stopovers and boosting Australian long-haul tourism.

Dec 23, 20252 min
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Maldivian A330-200 Launches New Direct Melbourne-Malé Route, Cutting Travel Time
AIRLINES

Why Are Delta Air Lines Comfort+ Upgrades Suddenly Costing Just $16?

Delta Air Lines' dynamic pricing for seat upgrades is creating wildly inconsistent deals, allowing some flyers to snag Comfort+ for as low as $16, which

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Why Are Delta Air Lines Comfort+ Upgrades Suddenly Costing Just $16?
AIRLINES

How Porter Airlines' 50th Embraer E195-E2 Delivery is Reshaping North American Travel

Porter Airlines took delivery of its 50th Embraer E195-E2, accelerating its fleet expansion to offer a no-middle-seat experience across North America.

Dec 23, 20253 min
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How Porter Airlines' 50th Embraer E195-E2 Delivery is Reshaping North American Travel
AIRLINES

Lisbon-London Flight Delayed: Passenger Refusal to Gate-Check Sparks Boarding Chaos

A European carrier's Lisbon-London flight faced a significant delay after passengers aggressively resisted a polite request to gate-check hand luggage,

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Lisbon-London Flight Delayed: Passenger Refusal to Gate-Check Sparks Boarding Chaos
AIRLINES

Australia's Busiest Holiday Travel: Police Surge as 23.4 Million Passengers Expected

The Australian Federal Police and Australian Border Force are surging officers to manage a record 23.4 million passengers in Australian airports, urging

Dec 23, 20252 min
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Australia's Busiest Holiday Travel: Police Surge as 23.4 Million Passengers Expected
AIRPORTS

Why Did Malaysia Airports' Global Check-in System Fail? Operations Fully Restored

Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) confirmed a global passenger processing system disruption, which was fully restored in two hours, highlighting the

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Why Did Malaysia Airports' Global Check-in System Fail? Operations Fully Restored
AIRPORTS

Asunción Airport Sets Passenger Record While Montevideo Upgrades to ILS CAT IIIb.

Paraguay's DINAC confirmed Asunción's passenger record, while Carrasco Airport's US$20M ILS CAT IIIb upgrade will drastically cut fog-related delays.

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Asunción Airport Sets Passenger Record While Montevideo Upgrades to ILS CAT IIIb.
AIRPORTS

Why Airline Disruptions Now Create a Communication Problem, Not an Operational One

Airlines face a communication crisis during disruptions; adopting conversational AI for real-time, two-way updates is rebuilding passenger trust and

Dec 23, 20253 min
Why Airline Disruptions Now Create a Communication Problem, Not an Operational One
AIRLINES

DGCA Scrutiny: Flipkart 'Invalid' Vietjet Ticket Strands Man Before Christmas

DGCA faces scrutiny as a Delhi man's Vietjet ticket booked via Flipkart/Cleartrip was invalid, highlighting risks in third-party bookings and the need for

Dec 23, 20253 min
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DGCA Scrutiny: Flipkart 'Invalid' Vietjet Ticket Strands Man Before Christmas
BUSINESS

FCC's New Foreign Drone Ban Blocks DJI Imports, Shaking the US Commercial UAS Market

The FCC added all foreign-made Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to its Covered List, preventing new models and critical components from entering the US

Dec 23, 20253 min
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FCC's New Foreign Drone Ban Blocks DJI Imports, Shaking the US Commercial UAS Market
REGULATORY

Why Ibadan Airport's International Upgrade Defies Lagos Proximity Concerns

Oyo State Governor Makinde defended the Ibadan Airport upgrade, citing the Dubai-Abu Dhabi model to justify the new international hub despite Lagos

Dec 23, 20253 min
Why Ibadan Airport's International Upgrade Defies Lagos Proximity Concerns
AIRPORTS

Air Caraïbes Launches Direct Samaná Flights, Ending European Service Gap

Air Caraïbes solved a connectivity problem by launching the only direct European service from Paris-Orly to Samaná (AZS), boosting Dominican Republic

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Air Caraïbes Launches Direct Samaná Flights, Ending European Service Gap
AIRLINES

Norwegian Flight D83523's Landing Disrupted: How Passengers Aided the Crew

Norwegian Air Sweden flight D83523 from Manchester to Copenhagen executed a go-around due to a child-related cabin issue, which was safely resolved by the

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Norwegian Flight D83523's Landing Disrupted: How Passengers Aided the Crew
SAFETY

What Did Ghana's National Airline Task Force Recommend to President Mahama?

Ghana's new national airline task force submitted its viability report to President John Dramani Mahama, moving the government closer to reviving the

Dec 23, 20252 min
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What Did Ghana's National Airline Task Force Recommend to President Mahama?
AIRLINES

Wizz Air Launches New Direct Flights Connecting Yerevan and London Luton

Wizz Air will launch new twice-weekly service between Zvartnots International Airport and London Luton Airport starting June 12, 2026.

Dec 23, 20252 min
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Wizz Air Launches New Direct Flights Connecting Yerevan and London Luton
AIRLINES

Italy's Antitrust Slaps Ryanair with €256M Fine Over 'Abusive' Ticket Sales Strategy

Italy's AGCM fined Ryanair €256M for abusing its dominant market position with technical obstacles to force direct ticket sales, weakening competition for

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Italy's Antitrust Slaps Ryanair with €256M Fine Over 'Abusive' Ticket Sales Strategy
REGULATORY

Why the NCAA is Threatening Sanctions on Domestic Airlines Over Flight Delays

Persistent flight delays and poor passenger care led the NCAA to issue a final ultimatum, enforcing Part 19 consumer protection rules to safeguard

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Why the NCAA is Threatening Sanctions on Domestic Airlines Over Flight Delays
REGULATORY

Three Bids Emerge for Pakistan International Airlines Stake: Will Privatisation

Pakistan International Airlines received three bids for a 75% stake, signaling a breakthrough in the IMF-mandated sale after a prior failure, potentially

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Three Bids Emerge for Pakistan International Airlines Stake: Will Privatisation
AIRLINES

Russia's Far East and Arctic Aviation Plan Targets 13.5 Million Passengers

Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Yury Trutnev stressed that upgrading Far East and Arctic airports and fleets will boost air services, aiming for 13.5

Dec 23, 20253 min
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Russia's Far East and Arctic Aviation Plan Targets 13.5 Million Passengers
AIRPORTS

IndiGo Faces Harassment Allegations from BJP Leader After Mumbai Airport Clash

IndiGo is investigating a viral harassment allegation by BJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, highlighting

Dec 23, 20253 min
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IndiGo Faces Harassment Allegations from BJP Leader After Mumbai Airport Clash
AIRLINES