Gökçe Kübra Yıldırım has made history as the first Turkish woman to captain the Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger aircraft. Her journey began with an internship at Turkish Airlines, progressing to a first officer role before transitioning to a …
Delta Air Lines is distinguished for its strategy of operating older aircraft longer than competitors, maintaining a fleet of 988 planes, including over 60 that are over 30 years old. The oldest, a 35-year-old Boeing 757, is often used for …
Heathrow Airport has begun discussions with 82 airlines to revamp terminal occupancy, aiming to improve capacity and efficiency for future air travel growth. This is the first such review in over a decade, possibly leading to operational shifts for several …
Emirates SkyCargo has revealed a bold new livery for its Boeing 777F aircraft, enhancing its brand identity in the cargo sector. Unveiled in Dubai on February 26, 2025, the aircraft, registered A6-EFV, underwent an eight-day makeover at Emirates Engineering. The …
EVA Air will ban the use of portable chargers on all flights starting March 1, 2025, in response to safety concerns over lithium-ion batteries and fire risks. Currently, these devices must be carried in carry-on luggage, but a recent fire …
IndiGo, India’s leading airline, is expanding its long-haul fleet by leasing three additional Boeing 787 aircraft from Norse Atlantic ASA, bringing its total leased 787s to four. This move aims to enhance IndiGo’s international operations and cater to the growing …
Ryanair has announced its summer 2025 schedule for Belfast, introducing 19 routes, including a new service to Kaunas, Lithuania, and increased flights to popular destinations like Malaga, Alicante, and Malta. This expansion, backed by a $200 million investment in two …
An Australian couple’s distressing experience on a Qatar Airways flight has raised concerns about airline protocols after a passenger collapsed and died beside them. Despite quick crew response, the passenger could not be revived, and her body was covered with …
LOT Polish Airlines reported record financial results for the 2024 fiscal year, achieving revenues of PLN 9.93 billion (US$2.51 billion) and a net profit of PLN 688.5 million (US$174 million). The airline transported 10.7 million passengers, with a significant 18.5% …
Thai Airways International plans to expand its fleet in 2025, adding four Airbus A321neo aircraft to meet rising travel demand. This move comes as the airline reports its highest quarterly operating profit since the pandemic, achieving Bt17.3 billion ($512 million) …
