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India's DGCA faces scrutiny over generalist leadership amid aviation safety concerns.

India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation leadership is criticized for lacking specialized aviation expertise, unlike global regulators.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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India's DGCA faces scrutiny over generalist leadership amid aviation safety concerns.
REGULATORY

Ben-Gurion Airport experiences baggage system failure, causing passenger delays

Ben-Gurion Airport's Terminal 3 faced a technical failure in its baggage sorting system, leading to significant passenger delays.

Dec 10, 20251 min
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Ben-Gurion Airport experiences baggage system failure, causing passenger delays
AIRPORTS

Spirit Airlines Marks 20 Years of Punta Cana Service with Anniversary Fares

Spirit Airlines marks 20 years of Punta Cana service, offering anniversary fares and Free Spirit bonus points.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Spirit Airlines Marks 20 Years of Punta Cana Service with Anniversary Fares
AIRLINES

Emirates secures 5 World Travel Awards, capping off a highly successful 2025

Emirates concluded 2025 with five global accolades at the World Travel Awards, adding to its impressive haul.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Emirates secures 5 World Travel Awards, capping off a highly successful 2025
AIRLINES

TUI Group Posts Record €1.46 Billion Earnings Amidst Strong Booking Surge in 2025

TUI Group achieved record €1.46 billion in underlying earnings for 2025, fueled by a 5% surge in guest bookings.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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TUI Group Posts Record €1.46 Billion Earnings Amidst Strong Booking Surge in 2025
BUSINESS

Cockpit audio details off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot's mid-flight engine shutdown

An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot attempted to shut down engines mid-flight after ingesting psychedelic mushrooms, prompting an emergency landing in

Dec 10, 20251 min
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Cockpit audio details off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot's mid-flight engine shutdown
SAFETY

Wizz Air to connect Baku with Bratislava, Bucharest, and Warsaw in new route...

Wizz Air and Azerbaijan Airlines are set to launch direct flights from Baku to Bratislava, Bucharest, and Warsaw.

Dec 10, 20251 min
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Wizz Air to connect Baku with Bratislava, Bucharest, and Warsaw in new route...
AIRLINES

Storm Bram Triggers Flight Cancellations at Scottish Airports Amid 90mph Winds

Loganair and Aer Lingus cancelled flights from Scottish airports due to Storm Bram's severe winds, impacting travel across the region.

Dec 10, 20251 min
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Storm Bram Triggers Flight Cancellations at Scottish Airports Amid 90mph Winds
AIRLINES

SKY express launches direct Athens-Hamburg route with A320neo and A321neo aircraft

SKY express has inaugurated its new direct Athens-Hamburg route, operating three times weekly to expand its international network.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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SKY express launches direct Athens-Hamburg route with A320neo and A321neo aircraft
AIRLINES

Virgin Atlantic Launches AI Concierge for Enhanced Travel Planning and Booking

Virgin Atlantic fully rolls out its AI-powered Concierge service across its websites, redefining travel planning.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Virgin Atlantic Launches AI Concierge for Enhanced Travel Planning and Booking
AIRLINES

Air India probe reveals systemic failures led to Airbus A320 flying without permit

Air India's internal probe found systemic failures allowed an Airbus A320 to fly eight passenger flights without a valid permit.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Air India probe reveals systemic failures led to Airbus A320 flying without permit
SAFETY

IATA warns SAF production growth is slowing, urges policy correction

IATA warns sustainable aviation fuel production growth is slowing, urging policymakers to correct course on mandates.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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IATA warns SAF production growth is slowing, urges policy correction
ENVIRONMENTAL

Indian DGCA orders inspections at 11 airports, summons IndiGo CEO over crisis

India's DGCA orders immediate inspections at 11 airports and summons IndiGo CEO over ongoing flight cancellations.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Indian DGCA orders inspections at 11 airports, summons IndiGo CEO over crisis
REGULATORY

Delhi High Court Orders IndiGo Compensation, Criticizes Indian Government Over Crisis

The Delhi High Court ordered IndiGo to compensate passengers and criticized the Indian government for allowing fare spikes.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Delhi High Court Orders IndiGo Compensation, Criticizes Indian Government Over Crisis
REGULATORY

IndiGo's operational crisis tarnishes its 19-year brand of predictability and...

IndiGo's 19-year brand of predictability was tarnished by widespread flight cancellations and poor punctuality.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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IndiGo's operational crisis tarnishes its 19-year brand of predictability and...
AIRLINES

IndiGo's Mumbai operations hit by glitch, 905 flights cancelled, 1,475 delayed

IndiGo's technical glitch caused 905 flight cancellations and 1,475 delays, impacting over 266,000 passengers.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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IndiGo's Mumbai operations hit by glitch, 905 flights cancelled, 1,475 delayed
AIRLINES

Indian DGCA summons IndiGo CEO Elbers to address widespread flight disruptions

Indian aviation regulator DGCA summoned IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers to report on widespread flight disruptions.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Indian DGCA summons IndiGo CEO Elbers to address widespread flight disruptions
REGULATORY

Flight deck audio details ex-Alaska Airlines pilot's attempt to shut down engines

Flight deck audio reveals new details about the ex-Alaska Airlines pilot's attempt to shut down a plane's engines.

Dec 10, 20252 min
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Flight deck audio details ex-Alaska Airlines pilot's attempt to shut down engines
SAFETY

India's New Pilot Duty Rules Deemed More Restrictive by IATA Director General

India's new pilot duty regulations, though more restrictive, are essential for safety and have caused disruptions for IndiGo.

Dec 10, 20251 min
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India's New Pilot Duty Rules Deemed More Restrictive by IATA Director General
REGULATORY

India issues travel advisory for citizens in China after Shanghai airport incident

India issued a travel advisory for citizens in China following a harassment incident at Shanghai Airport.

Dec 10, 20251 min
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India issues travel advisory for citizens in China after Shanghai airport incident
AIRPORTS