Qantas Launches World-First Non-Stop Flights from Sydney to Las Vegas
Qantas announced a world-first non-stop seasonal route from Sydney to Las Vegas, citing strong international travel demand and robust financial performance.
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AIRLINES
Qantas Launches Sydney-Las Vegas Flights, Posts $1.46B Half-Year Profit
Qantas will launch non-stop Sydney-Las Vegas flights in late 2026 and reports a $1.46 billion first-half pre-tax profit amid strong travel demand.
1 hour ago4 min
BUSINESS
Jetstar Launches 'Fare Play' Sale With New International Routes
Jetstar has launched its 'Fare Play' sale, offering 280,000 discounted fares and adding new international routes to Bali and Sri Lanka.
Feb 23, 20264 min
AIRLINES
Sun PhuQuoc Airways Orders Up to 40 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
New Vietnamese carrier Sun PhuQuoc Airways ordered up to 40 Boeing 787-9 jets to build its long-haul fleet for international routes from Phu Quoc.
Feb 22, 20264 min
BUSINESS
Sun PhuQuoc Airways Orders 40 Boeing 787s for Long-Haul Expansion
Vietnamese startup Sun PhuQuoc Airways ordered up to 40 Boeing 787-9s in Vietnam's largest widebody deal, signaling major long-haul ambitions.
Feb 20, 20264 min
BUSINESS
Air India Improves Fleet Reliability as Modernization Plan Progresses
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson confirms improved fleet reliability and increased spares inventory as the airline advances its modernization plan for legacy jets.
Feb 20, 20263 min
AIRLINES
United Airlines Orders 300 GEnx Engines for Boeing 787 Fleet
United Airlines has ordered 300 GE Aerospace GEnx engines to power its new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, solidifying its fleet modernization strategy.
Feb 18, 20262 min
BUSINESS
Lufthansa Clears Hurdle for New Boeing 787 Allegris Business Class Seats
Lufthansa can now sell most of its new Allegris business class seats on the Boeing 787 after resolving a months-long aircraft certification issue.
Feb 18, 20263 min
AIRLINES
United Airlines picks 300 GE engines to power its massive Boeing 787 fleet
United Airlines has selected 300 GE GEnx engines to power its 150 new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, a move that will make it the largest GEnx operator.
Feb 17, 20262 min
MANUFACTURING
IndiGo extends flight cancellations to four cities amid rising Iran tensions.
IndiGo extended flight cancellations to four Central Asian cities until March 28; the move follows rising tensions and airspace restrictions near Iran.
Feb 17, 20262 min
AIRLINES
Air India offers Boeing 787-8 crash payouts if families waive legal rights.
Air India began final compensation for the June 2025 Boeing 787-8 crash; families must agree not to file lawsuits to receive the immediate payments.
Feb 15, 20262 min
SAFETY
Supreme Court demands Air India Boeing 787 crash probe status within 21 days.
The Supreme Court of India ordered the government to submit a status report on the Air India Boeing 787 crash in Ahmedabad within three weeks.
Feb 12, 20262 min
SAFETY
Boeing retires its final 787 test aircraft ZA004 after 16 years.
Boeing decommissioned its last 787-8 test aircraft, ZA004, after 16 years; the propulsion test bed is headed to storage in Marana, Arizona.
Feb 11, 20262 min
MANUFACTURING
Jetstar transforms Boeing 787 fleet with Wi-Fi and new business seats.
Jetstar is refurbishing its Boeing 787 fleet with Wi-Fi and more business seats; the upgrades enable new long-haul routes like Cape Town and Las Vegas.
Feb 10, 20263 min
AIRLINES
Flydubai's New Full-Service Model: How Will It Reshape Middle East Aviation?
Flydubai has transitioned from a low-cost carrier to a full-service airline, now offering complimentary meals and baggage to strengthen its global market position.
Feb 9, 20262 min
AIRLINES
Why is the UK Regulator Questioning Air India's Dreamliner Fuel Switches?
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is questioning Air India over a Boeing 787 Dreamliner's departure from London with a reported fuel control switch anomaly.
Feb 8, 20263 min
MANUFACTURING
Why Did Air India's Boeing 787 Fly From London With a Fuel Switch Issue?
UK Civil Aviation Authority demands Air India explain why a Boeing 787 Dreamliner departed London Heathrow despite a fuel control switch defect, sparking renewed safety concerns over its widebody fleet.
Feb 7, 20264 min
SAFETY
Air India CEO Confirms 2026 Will Be the Year of Transformation and Global Lounge Expansion
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson announced 2026 as a transformative year, unveiling new aircraft, upgraded interiors, and a planned Maharaja Lounge in San Francisco.
Feb 6, 20262 min
AIRLINES
Why did a Boeing 787 with a reported fuel switch defect depart London?
UK CAA seeks urgent explanation from Air India after a Boeing 787 with a reported fuel switch defect flew from London, warning of potential regulatory action.
Feb 5, 20264 min
SAFETY
Why Did Air India Inspect Every Boeing 787 Fuel Control Switch?
Air India completed precautionary inspections of its Boeing 787 Fuel Control Switches after a pilot report, finding no defects across the fleet.
Feb 5, 20263 min
SAFETY