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Recent developments from the past 7 days

Which Airlines Had the Worst Flight Delay Rates in 2025?

Ryanair led global flight delay rates in 2025, according to a Flighty report, contributing to a staggering 1.4 million hours of total passenger waiting

Dec 25, 20253 min
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Which Airlines Had the Worst Flight Delay Rates in 2025?
AIRLINES

Caribbean Airlines Cargo Boosts European Reach with Key GSSA Appointments

Caribbean Airlines Cargo addresses the need for easier European access by appointing APG and Network Airline Services as GSSAs, boosting reciprocal trade

Dec 25, 20253 min
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Caribbean Airlines Cargo Boosts European Reach with Key GSSA Appointments
BUSINESS

India's Newest Greenfield Airport Opens; IndiGo Flight Receives Water Cannon Salute

India's newest Greenfield airport, Navi Mumbai International Airport, began commercial operations, immediately easing congestion for the Mumbai

Dec 25, 20253 min
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India's Newest Greenfield Airport Opens; IndiGo Flight Receives Water Cannon Salute
AIRPORTS

Paytm Checkin Launches ₹99 Full-Refund Flight Cancellation: How It Works

Paytm Checkin addresses steep airline cancellation penalties with a ₹99 add-on for eligible bookings, offering a full airfare refund and greater passenger

Dec 25, 20252 min
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Paytm Checkin Launches ₹99 Full-Refund Flight Cancellation: How It Works
BUSINESS

Navi Mumbai Airport Opens: Why Are Leaders Demanding the D B Patil Name?

IndiGo's inaugural flight commenced operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), but local leaders immediately renewed the demand to name the

Dec 25, 20253 min
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Navi Mumbai Airport Opens: Why Are Leaders Demanding the D B Patil Name?
AIRPORTS

What Caused the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Crash in Ahmedabad?

Air India Flight AI 171, a Boeing 787-8, crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 260; the AAIB probe focuses on a mysterious fuel control switch cutoff.

Dec 25, 20253 min
What Caused the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Crash in Ahmedabad?
SAFETY

IGIA Pilot-Passenger Clash: What Does CCTV Footage Reveal in Assault Probe?

Delhi Police are reviewing IGIA CCTV footage after an alleged assault by an Air India Express pilot on a passenger, seeking to enforce aviation safety

Dec 25, 20253 min
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IGIA Pilot-Passenger Clash: What Does CCTV Footage Reveal in Assault Probe?
AIRLINES

Australian Airline Honors Jack Brabham's Unbeatable F1 Record on Embraer 190

Alliance Airlines unveiled a special green and gold livery on an Embraer 190 jet to honor Aussie F1 legend Sir Jack Brabham's unique 1966 world title win.

Dec 25, 20252 min
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Australian Airline Honors Jack Brabham's Unbeatable F1 Record on Embraer 190
AIRLINES

IndiGo Launches First Commercial Flight at Navi Mumbai Airport: What Are the Initial Routes?

Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) officially commenced commercial operations on December 25, 2025, with an IndiGo flight from Bengaluru, marking the start of a new dual-airport

Dec 25, 20253 min
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IndiGo Launches First Commercial Flight at Navi Mumbai Airport: What Are the Initial Routes?
AIRPORTS

Biman Boeing 787-9 Completes High-Security Flight to Dhaka Airport

Biman Bangladesh Airlines successfully operated a high-security Boeing 787-9 flight to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport following a CAAB visitor

Dec 25, 20252 min
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Biman Boeing 787-9 Completes High-Security Flight to Dhaka Airport
AIRPORTS

Biman Boeing 787-9 Flight BG202 Lands, Triggering HSIA Security Protocols

Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG202's high-profile arrival at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) prompted CAAB to enact strict visitor

Dec 25, 20252 min
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Biman Boeing 787-9 Flight BG202 Lands, Triggering HSIA Security Protocols
AIRPORTS

Biman Bangladesh 787-9 Lands Tarique Rahman: How Dhaka Airport Handled Security.

Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG202, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, safely delivered Tarique Rahman to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, prompting

Dec 25, 20253 min
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Biman Bangladesh 787-9 Lands Tarique Rahman: How Dhaka Airport Handled Security.
AIRPORTS

Dense Fog Snarls Bangalore Flights: IndiGo Issues Urgent Travel Advisory

IndiGo issued a travel advisory for Bangalore due to dense fog and low visibility, impacting flight schedules and urging passengers to check their flight status.

Dec 25, 20252 min
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Dense Fog Snarls Bangalore Flights: IndiGo Issues Urgent Travel Advisory
AIRLINES

India's New Aviation Hub: Navi Mumbai International Airport Opens After Spectacular Drone Show

Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) commenced commercial operations on December 25, 2025, with an initial 20 MPPA capacity, easing congestion for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Dec 25, 20253 min
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India's New Aviation Hub: Navi Mumbai International Airport Opens After Spectacular Drone Show
AIRPORTS

American Airlines Quietly Ends AAdvantage Miles Earning on Basic Economy Fares

American Airlines has quietly ended AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points earning for Basic Economy tickets purchased on or after December 17, 2025, pushing flyers to higher-fare classes.

Dec 25, 20252 min
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American Airlines Quietly Ends AAdvantage Miles Earning on Basic Economy Fares
AIRLINES

Will PIA Direct London Flights Restart in March 2026 After Ban?

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will resume direct London flights in March 2026, following the lifting of a five-year UK ban on the national carrier.

Dec 25, 20253 min
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Will PIA Direct London Flights Restart in March 2026 After Ban?
BUSINESS

Garmin Autoland System Lands Plane Safely in First Real-World Emergency Use

Garmin’s Autoland system successfully landed a Beechcraft Super King Air 200 following a cabin pressurization failure, marking a major milestone for

Dec 25, 20253 min
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Garmin Autoland System Lands Plane Safely in First Real-World Emergency Use
TECHNOLOGY

Alaska Airlines Staff Denies Boarding Over Two Cats, Sparking Holiday Rant

Alaska Airlines denied a passenger's Las Vegas to Portland flight after a gate agent ruled her two cats did not fit comfortably in a single in-cabin carrier.

Dec 24, 20253 min
Alaska Airlines Staff Denies Boarding Over Two Cats, Sparking Holiday Rant
AIRLINES

Why are international airline catering standards changing so quickly?

Global airlines are adjusting in-flight food service and meal presentation, driven by operational efficiency and cost reduction efforts impacting the passenger experience.

Dec 24, 20252 min
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Why are international airline catering standards changing so quickly?
AIRLINES

Denver International Airport Unveils $700M Plan for 11 New Gates and Mountain Views

Denver International Airport (DEN) is launching a $700 million Concourse C-West extension, adding 11 new gates to handle a projected 100 million annual travelers.

Dec 24, 20252 min
Denver International Airport Unveils $700M Plan for 11 New Gates and Mountain Views
AIRPORTS