A looming U.S. government shutdown has put air travel, national parks, and the broader tourism industry on alert. With key agencies facing furloughs, travelers and operators alike are preparing for widespread disruptions and uncertainty.
Pending French air traffic control strikes are expected to cause significant flight disruptions across Europe in early October. Airlines and passengers are bracing for cancellations, delays, and altered travel plans.
Ryanair will not restart flights to Tel Aviv this winter, citing a dispute with Ben Gurion Airport over slots and access to its low-cost terminal. The decision affects more than 20 routes and nearly one million seats.
Air France has unveiled its new La Première suites on flights between Paris and Los Angeles, featuring fully private cabins with refined design and elevated comfort.
Delta will begin daily nonstop service between New York JFK and Porto, Portugal starting May 2026, adding fresh transatlantic connectivity to its European network.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines introduce Atmos for Business, a new program letting small to mid-sized businesses earn loyalty points on travel spend while giving employees bonus status.
Spirit Airlines plans to furlough about one-third of its cabin crew as part of sweeping cost cuts under its second Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, while slashing capacity and exiting select cities.
Cathay Pacific will restart nonstop flights between Hong Kong and Seattle beginning March 30, 2026, expanding its North America network with weekly service.
A ransomware attack targeting software used by multiple European airports has caused major delays and cancellations; Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin are among the hardest hit.
Air New Zealand launches a sweepstakes offering a premium trip for two to Hobbiton and Auckland, including roundtrip flights and behind-the-scenes access, aiming to inspire travel to Middle-Earth.
Air Canada will launch three new transborder routes in summer 2026: Toronto-San Antonio, Montreal-Cleveland, and Montreal-Columbus, boosting cross-border travel options and capacity.
Akasa Air launches daily flights from Mumbai to Phuket, marking its entry into Southeast Asia and opening up new travel options between India and Thailand.
Air France is rolling out free Starlink satellite internet across its fleet by the end of 2026, offering high-speed Wi-Fi in all cabins and changing inflight connectivity for passengers.
Delta Air Lines is set to launch new seasonal nonstop flights from New York-JFK to Malta and Sardinia starting summer 2026, offering U.S. travelers easier access to two stunning Mediterranean islands.
Lufthansa and Amadeus are piloting the European Digital Identity Wallet to streamline travel processes: check-in, boarding, and document verification may soon be handled via smartphone.