JetBlue Q2 Results: Finds Lift in JetForward Amid Loss

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Turkish Airlines Completes Landmark A350 Financing Deal

Turkish Airlines and Dubai Islamic Bank completed a landmark aircraft financing transaction for Airbus A350-941 aircraft.

Airlines

SWISS Picks Boston as First A350-900 Long-Haul Destination

SWISS has officially revealed that Boston Logan International Airport will be the launch destination for its brand-new A350-900.

Routes

Nordwind Launches Nonstop Moscow-Pyongyang Route

Nordwind Airlines has launched nonstop flights between Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport and the North Korean capital.

Routes

Condor Publishes Flight Schedule For Summer 2026

Condor has released its summer 2026 flight schedule, focusing on popular holiday long-haul destinations and increased frequencies.

Routes

Turboprop vs Turbofan: How Air Conditioning Systems Work

Almost all aircraft cabins are air-conditioned and pressurized to ensure passenger comfort during flights at high altitudes.

Explained

Porter E2 Jet Pilots Begin Unreal Engine Sim Training

Porter Airlines and Embraer deploy a brand new Embraer E195-E2 full flight simulator at CAE’s training center in Montreal. 

Airlines

7/26/2005: Irish LCC EUjet Ceases Operations

EUjet came at the wrong time, flying from the wrong airports and utilizing the wrong equipment.

History

American Airlines Expands Premium Economy to NYC-LA Route

American Airlines will launch its Premium Economy service on the transcontinental route between New York and Los Angeles.

Routes

Hawaiian Airlines Expands Trans-Pacific Winter Schedule

Hawaiian is expanding its winter schedule to meet increasing demand on key routes from Honolulu, Los Angeles, and Sydney. 

Routes

China Airlines Inaugurates Taipei-Phoenix Nonstop Flights

China Airlines has announced a new nonstop service between Taipei and Phoenix starting from December 3, 2025.

Routes

Lufthansa, Fraport, Zerog Drive Innovation At FRA

Lufthansa and Fraport AG have signed an agreement to optimize aircraft handling at Frankfurt Airport further.

Airports

7/25/2017: Singapore's Tigerair-Scoot Merger Completed

Today, in 2017, Tigerair and Scoot were merged in an attempt by owner Singapore Airlines to streamline its operations.

History

Southwest Signals Transformation in Q2 2025 Report

Southwest Airlines delivered its Q2 2025 financial results this week, showing softer earnings and revenue compared to last year.

Airlines

Etihad Airways Takes Delivery of Its First A321LR

Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321LR following today’s ceremony at the Airbus Finkenwerder site.

Airlines

Alaska Airlines Posts S$3.7 Bn in Revenue for Q2 2025

Alaska Airlines' Q2 2025 results show steady performance amid rising travel demand and persistent cost pressures.

Airlines

Boeing Forecasts the Need for 2.37M AV Workers by 2045

Globally, Boeing forecasts the need for 2.37 million new aviation professionals over the next two decades.

Industry

American Airlines Reports Record Revenue for Q2 2025

American reported Q2 2025 financial results today. Despite operational challenges, the airline delivered confident results.

Airlines

WestJet, Kenya Airways Sign Interline Partnership

WestJet has signed a new interline partnership agreement with Kenya Airways, enabling seamless travel to Nairobi and beyond.

Airlines

Avolon Strengthens Airbus Ties with 90‑Jet Order

Avolon, the world’s second-largest aircraft lessor, has strengthened its ties with Airbus by ordering 15 A330neo and 75 A321neo.

Manufacturers

7/24/1936: Amelia Earhart Receives Her Lockheed

Electra 10E Today, in 1936, American aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart took delivery of her Lockheed Electra 10E Special (NR16020).

History

Airbus Opens Customer Support Center in South Africa

Airbus has opened a new customer support facility in Johannesburg, South Africa, for its African customers.

Manufacturers

Airbus Completes First A350F Horizontal Stabilizer Made in Spain

Airbus marks a production milestone on the A350F freighter program with the delivery of the first horizontal stabilizer in Spain.

Manufacturers

JetBlue Strengthens Fort Lauderdale With New Flights

JetBlue has announced the strengthening of its presence at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. 

Routes

American Airlines Rolls Out One Stop Security Program

American Airlines is now the first US airline to offer seamless connections for international travelers and their checked bags.

Airlines

Trip Report: Flying Oman Air’s Latest Dreamliner to Muscat

Join us as we fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Muscat International to attend Oman Air's inaugural event in Amsterdam.

Airlines

7/23/2004: State-owned Air Ukraine AOC Is Withdrawn

This is the story of the state-owned Air Ukraine and how a failed merger attempt led to the carrier's collapse.

History

Embraer Hits Historic High with US$29.7bn Backlog

Embraer closed Q22025 with a record-breaking order backlog of US$29.7 billion, the largest in its 55-year history.

Manufacturers

Emirates Increases Dublin Service to Three Daily Flights

Emirates will add a third daily service between Dubai and Dublin, effective October 26, 2025.

Routes

Spirit to Launch Fort-Lauderdale-Key West Nonstop

Spirit announces a new nonstop service from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Key West International Airport.

Routes

Brussels Airlines Adds Virtual Reality to Pilot Training

Brussels Airlines has introduced a training method that incorporates virtual reality into their pilot training programs. 

Airlines

Frontier Airlines Adds 15 New Routes for Fall 2025

Frontier Airlines is continuing its nationwide growth with the launch of 15 new routes this fall, beginning in October 2025. 

Routes

Boeing 777-8 Freighter Production Moves Forward

The first spar for the 777‑8 Freighter was officially drilled into production at Boeing's Composite Wing Centre in Everett, WA.

Manufacturers

7/22/2002: Virgin Atlantic's First Airbus A340-600

Virgin Atlantic became the launch customer of what was once the world's longest commercial airliner in 2002.

History

Alaska Airlines Flights Resume After IT Outage

Alaska Airlines has resumed operations early this morning after temporarily grounding its fleet due to an IT outage. 

Airlines

Air Arabia to Establish National Saudi Low-Cost Carrier

Air Arabia has won a bid to launch a new national low-cost carrier in Saudi Arabia. Here are the details.

Airlines

EasyJet Delays Return to Israel to March 2026

This is why Easyjet has extended the suspension of its services to Israel until the end of the first quarter of 2026.

Routes

‍Explained: How Aircraft Wings Are Built to Bend

To the lay observer, it may not appear comforting to see a wing flex in flight, but this bending is a vital safety mechanism. 

Explained

US-Mexico Air Transport Agreement Takes a Hard Turn

The U.S. DOT issues countermeasures to what it calls "Mexico's blatant disregard" of the 2015 U.S.-Mexico Air Transport Agreement.

Industry

Emirates’ New First Class Check-In at Dubai International 

Emirates unveils its newly enhanced check-in area, “Emirates First,” at DXB for First Class and Skywards Platinum members.

Airlines

Explained: Alliances, Codeshare, Interline Agreements

Ever wondered how you can fly halfway across the world on multiple airlines, with just one ticket? Here's your primer.

Industry

Gulf Air Orders 12 Boeing 787 Jets with Options for Six More

Bahraini flag carrier Gulf Air orders 12 new Boeing 787 Dreamliners with options for an additional six.

Airlines

Air France, KLM Deploy Joint Crew for AMS-JFK Route

The first Air France–KLM flight operated jointly by both airlines landed at JFK with a KLM cabin crew and Air France pilots.

Routes

Condor Expands Long-haul Fleet with Four New A330neo

Condor, known for its distinctive striped livery, has announced an order for four Airbus A330-900 aircraft.

Airlines

Emirates to Suspend Second Daily Dubai-Perth Flight

Emirates will suspend its second daily flight between Dubai and Perth, with the last service scheduled for October 25, 2025.

Routes

Breeze Launches Service to Five New West Coast Cities

It’s out with Avelo, and in with Breeze, with new service to California, Oregon, and Washington to begin in March 2026.

Routes

AI171 Engine Fail: Mechanical Anomaly or Deliberate Act?

The 787 fuel‑control levers require a deliberate two‑step “pull‑out then toggle” action. That fact will inform the months ahead.

Analysis

Apron Safety: More Than Just Yellow Lines, High-Vis Vests

With massive aircraft moving within a few feet of us, the ramp, or apron, is one of the most dangerous workplaces in the world. 

Analysis

Delta Air Lines Boosts LAX with Hong Kong, Chicago

Beginning in June 2026, you will be able to fly Delta nonstop from Los Angeles to both Hong Kong and Chicago.

Routes

United Posts Second-Quarter Profits, Q3 Outlook

United has reported a second-quarter profit of US$973 million, reflecting continued strength in a challenging quarter.

Airlines

Op-Ed: On the Dreamliner Fuel Switch Inspections

India has instructed their airlines to inspect fuel switches on several Boeing models. Are these inspections warranted?

Op-Ed

PIA to Resume UK Flights After Five-Year Ban

Pakistan International Airlines is set to resume flights to the United Kingdom after a five-year hiatus.

Airlines

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Expands Fleet, Builds Capacity

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will increase its operational capacity by 40 percent by the end of this year, following Wizz Air's exit.

Airlines

Avelo Exits Burbank: Why It Is Abandoning the West Coast

What are the reasons behind Avelo's West Coast retreat, and what does it mean for regional air travel in California and beyond?

Analysis

Top Chinese Airlines Expect More Losses in 2025

China’s state-owned airlines—Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern—brace for yet another half-year of financial losses.

Airlines

LATAM Launches Travel eSIM, A First in Latin America

LATAM launches travel eSIM, becoming the first Latin American carrier to offer connectivity as part of its service.

Airlines

Trip Report: Iberia's A321XLR Transatlantic in Economy

Fly with us from Boston to Madrid Barajas with Iberia’s A321XLR and onwards to London Heathrow. 

Airlines

Etihad Airways, SKY Express Seal Codeshare Deal

Etihad Airways' Greek expansion just got easier by kicking off a new codeshare partnership with SKY Express.

Airlines

Avelo Airlines to End Its West Coast Operations

Avelo will shut down its Southern California base, flying out its California-based aircraft fleet and staff elsewhere.

Airlines

Virgin Atlantic to Ditch Widebody In‑Flight Bars by 2028

Virgin Atlantic will remove its signature onboard bar from new and retrofitted widebodies, replacing it with more Retreat Suites.

Airlines

Op-Ed: AI171 Dual Fuel Switch Error, a Case of Pilot Fatigue?

Is the dual fuel control switch activation on Flight AI171 likely a case of pilot fatigue and human factors breakdown?

Op-Ed

Wizz Air Shutters Abu Dhabi Ops Amid Regional Instability

Wizz Air is shutting down its 6-year Abu Dhabi operation due to geopolitical instability and airspace closure.

Routes

United Airlines Introduces New College Football Flights

This week, United announced 24 new nonstop flights to some of the season's most anticipated college football matchups.

Routes

Rex-MXP: Malpensa's Answer to Climate Challenges

With climate change making extreme weather more common, airports around the world are being forced to rethink how they operate.

Airports

Ethiopian Airlines Starts nonstop Flights to Hanoi

Last Thursday, Ethiopian Airlines officially launched its inaugural nonstop passenger service to Hanoi, Vietnam.

Routes

Flight AI171 Initial Report Confirms Fuel Switch Movement

India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau releases its preliminary report on the fatal crash of Air India flight AI171.

Airlines

Trip Report: JFK-AKL Qantas Boeing 787-9 Business Class

Trip Report: Qantas Boeing 787-9 Business Class from New York to Auckland

Airlines

Etihad to Service Calcutta with New A321LR Aircraft

Etihad Airways will deploy new Airbus A321LR aircraft on flights to Calcutta in India starting September 26.

Routes

Former Airline CEO Confirmed as New FAA Administrator

Bryan Bedford, who served as CEO of Republic Airways, has been officially confirmed as the new Administrator of the FAA.

Industry

Wings of Rescue Operates Relief Flights for Texan Pets

This week, Wings of Rescue has been operating pet relief flights in response to catastrophic flooding across Central Texas. 

Airlines

The EU Has Not Banned Carry-On Luggage Fees—Yet

Despite some headlines, the European Union has not yet banned carry-on luggage fees across its 27 member states.

Industry

Canada to Follow U.S. in Ending Airport Shoe Removal

Travelers heading to the U.S. from Canada might soon be keeping their shoes on at airport security.

Airports

7/10/1947: Maiden Flight of the Airspeed Ambassador

The Airspeed Ambassador seated 47 passengers and was one of the first British airliners to have a pressurized cabin.

History

SkyWest's New E175 Fleet to Use GE CF34 8E Engines

SkyWest signs deal with GE Aerospace to supply CF34 8E engines and spare parts to power 60 new Embraer E175 jets.

Airlines

Virgin Atlantic to Offer Starlink Wi-Fi Free of Charge

Virgin Atlantic will become the first UK airline to adopt Starlink's high-speed in-flight connectivity.

Airlines

In Photos: Transavia 60th Anniversary Retro Livery

Dutch airline Transavia is marking its 60th anniversary with a retro Airbus A321neo, an ode to its heritage.

Airlines

United Returns to Israel with Daily New York Flight

United Airlines has confirmed that it will resume its daily service from New York to Tel Aviv, Israel.

Routes

Explained: How Aircraft Pressurization Systems Work

The conditions outside a cruising airliner are those of intense cold, thin air, and potentially lethal atmospheric conditions.

Explained

Air Arabia to Expand its European Footprint

Air Arabia will operate flights to an increased number of European destinations this winter.

Routes

How Trade Pressure on Small Nations Will Benefit Boeing

The current US tariff regime may have an impact on aircraft procurement decisions among smaller nations.

Analysis

Routes Recap: WestJet's 2025-26 Winter Schedule

Canadian airline WestJet is making moves further to establish itself as Canada’s leading leisure carrier.

Routes

Explained: The Secret World of Airline Catering

Airline catering is a world of its own, one that most passengers rarely consider while sipping their tea and watching their IFE.

Explained

San Antonio Airport Gets US$13.3 Million Boost 

San Antonio International Airport has secured a US$13.3 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration.

Airports

TSA Exempts Shoe Removal Policy at Some Airports

The change isn’t tied to TSA PreCheck. It’s happening in regular screening lines, making travel a little easier for passengers.

Airports

EASA Lifts All Flight Restrictions on Israel

Flights between Europe and Israel are now resuming to normal after months of caution from EASA.

Industry

H125 Aircraft Orders Signal Continued Industry Resurgence

As aviation continues its robust recovery, 2025 is on track to be a promising year for both aircraft manufacturers and airlines.

Analysis

Air India 171: Questions Mount as Regulator Faces Scrutiny

The crash of Air India Flight 171 continues to generate significant questions about aviation safety oversight in India.

Op-Ed

Norse Atlantic to Launch Manchester Bangkok Flights

Norse Atlantic Airways will introduce the first direct service between Manchester and Bangkok.

Routes

Analysis: French ATC Worker Strike Enters Its Fourth Day

The initial two-day strike by French ATC disrupted air travel beyond the French border. What are the broader implications?

Analysis

Air Algérie Places Order for 16 New ATR 72‑600s

On July 4, Air Algérie announced an order for 16 brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft for its new subsidiary carrier, Domestic Airlines.

Airlines

Etihad Airways Lands at Atlanta International Airport

Etihad has made its inaugural touchdown at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, a milestone for the airline and the airport.

Routes

Air France-KLM Group Moves to Take Majority Stake in SAS

Air France-KLM plans to take a majority stake in SAS Scandinavian Airlines, making the latter a subsidiary of the former.

Airlines

Explained: Propeller Feathering in Turboprops

An interesting safety feature found on turboprops is called Propeller Feathering. What is it, and how does it work?

Explained

Leisure Carrier Edelweiss Air Touches Down in Halifax

Edelweiss Air lands in Halifax, making it the airline’s third Canadian destination and first in the east of the country.

Routes

Norse Atlantic Airways to Launch Two Asia Services

Norse Atlantic Airways will commence services to Phuket from two of its European hubs.

Routes

Air China Operates First COMAC C909 International Route

Last Tuesday, Air China operated the first international route with the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China's C909 aircraft.

Routes

Highflyer Interview: Nat Pieper, CEO of oneworld Alliance

After landing in Amsterdam on Oman Air’s inaugural flight, we were joined by oneworld’s CEO, Nat Pieper, in the oneworld lounge.

Interviews

French ATC Strike Disrupts Flights Throughout Europe

A major air traffic control strike in France is underway, likely to cause widespread disruption and affect air travel in Europe.

Industry

Alaska Airlines to Exercise Option for Five Boeing 787-9

Alaska Airlines is preparing to exercise options for five Boeing 787-9s, as the Seattle 787 base has been confirmed.

Airlines

Qantas Looks Into Cyberattack Affecting 6M Customers

Qantas is investigating a major cyberattack that resulted in the leak of customers' sensitive personal data.

Airlines

UK Gov: Heathrow Shutdown Caused by Grid Failure Fire

Britain’s energy regulator, Ofgem, has launched an official enforcement investigation into National Grid Electricity Transmission.

Airports