Qatar Airways has reported a record net profit of $2.1 billion for the fiscal year ending early 2025, marking a 28% increase. This success is attributed to strategic fleet expansions, key partnerships, and equity investments, including stakes in Virgin Australia …
A significant security breach occurred at Chicago O’Hare International Airport when a United Airlines passenger, Besnik Ismajlaj, retrieved a loaded Glock 9mm firearm from an X-ray machine during a TSA screening. This incident happened just before takeoff and raised concerns …
American Airlines is contemplating removing bread and butter from its in-flight meal service on long-haul flights due to limited galley space in its new Airbus A321XLR aircraft. Currently trialing this change on select routes from Boston, Charlotte, and Raleigh to …
Qatar Airways Group reported a record profit of $2.15 billion for the fiscal year 2024-2025, a rise of over $0.5 billion from the previous year. This achievement reflects the airline’s strategic investments and focus on innovation, with profits increasing by …
Vietjet Air has announced a strategic agreement with Boeing to transfer up to 50 Boeing 737 aircraft to its Thai subsidiary, Thai Vietjet Air, starting in October 2025. This move aims to enhance aviation and tourism connectivity in Southeast Asia, …
KLM Flight KL877, a Boeing 777-300ER, experienced a severe engine fire shortly after departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for Mumbai on May 17. The crew executed emergency protocols, including fuel dumping, and safely returned to Amsterdam, with no injuries reported. …
Etihad Airways has announced nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi to Charlotte, North Carolina, beginning May 4, 2026. This new route marks a significant addition to Etihad’s U.S. network, making Charlotte its sixth destination in the country. The airline will operate …
Two Alaska Airlines planes experienced a minor wingtip collision while preparing for takeoff at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on May 17, 2025. The incident involved a Boeing 737-800 and a Boeing 737-900, both destined for California. Passengers were safely deplaned and …
Delays in obtaining US B1/B2 visa appointments for Indian applicants have reached crisis levels, particularly in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad, with wait times now ranging from 7.5 to 13.5 months or longer. These delays are disrupting essential …
The SR-71 Blackbird, developed by Lockheed’s Skunk Works during the Cold War, is a groundbreaking reconnaissance aircraft known for its unmatched speed and altitude capabilities. First flown in 1964, it could reach speeds over Mach 3.2 and altitudes of 85,000 …
