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.
France’s largest air traffic control union is preparing a 24-hour strike in late September/early October, with potential flight delays and cancellations across French airspace as travellers are urged to prepare.
Vietnam will require electronic IDs and biometric check-in at most airports from December 1, 2025, making air travel more seamless and less dependent on staffed counters for most travellers.
Avelo Airlines places a firm order for 50 Embraer E195-E2s with options for 50 more, marking the first U.S. purchase of this aircraft type, as the carrier pushes ahead with fleet modernization and cost efficiency.
Arajet begins direct flights between Chicago O’Hare and Punta Cana this November, offering three weekly departures, expanding Caribbean access for Midwest travelers.
Qatar Airways Holidays launches comprehensive FIFA World Cup 2026 travel packages with flights, hotels, match tickets, and transfers as fans gear up for the tri-nation event.