Singapore Airlines has officially concluded its historic 17-year round-trip service between Singapore and Houston, the world’s longest one-stop route. The final flight recently departed from Changi Airport, completing a journey of over 26 hours with a layover in Manchester. Initially…

An Australian traveler was deported from JFK Airport after an eight-hour detention, highlighting tightening US immigration policies. Despite valid documentation, his travel route from Sydney to New York via Hong Kong raised suspicions, leading to extensive questioning and electronic device…

An IndiGo Airlines crew member, Aditi Ashwini Sharma, is accused of stealing a gold necklace worth approximately $30,000 from a five-year-old passenger during flight 6E661 from Thiruvananthapuram to Bangalore. The incident occurred after Sharma took custody of the child during…

Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) achieved a record milestone by handling over 41 million passengers in the 2024-25 financial year, marking an 11.6% increase from the previous year. This growth is attributed to expanded connecting flights and an increase in…

Airplanes taxi slowly on the ground, typically at speeds of 20 to 30 knots (23 to 35 mph), for several reasons. Safety is paramount, as slower speeds reduce accident risks in busy airports. Fuel efficiency and equipment protection also play…

Alaska Airlines is revolutionizing pilot training by investing in the first full-motion Boeing 737 virtual reality (VR) simulator, developed by Swiss company Loft Dynamics. This simulator features advanced technology, including a six-degrees-of-freedom platform, 360-degree 3D visuals, and customizable training scenarios,…

Delta Air Lines has discontinued its transatlantic flight service between London Heathrow and Orlando after a brief operational period that began in October 2024. The route, operated in partnership with Virgin Atlantic, was removed from Delta’s winter schedule, suggesting a…

VietJet, Vietnam’s leading low-cost airline, plans to introduce Chinese-made COMAC ARJ21-700 jets on domestic routes starting April 15, 2025. This marks the first deployment of these aircraft in Vietnam, aimed at connecting the mainland to Con Dao Island following the…

easyJet, a major low-cost airline, offers competitive salaries and benefits for its pilots. Second officers start at £57,235 annually, while first officers earn approximately £67,628, with senior first officers making up to £83,020. Captains, the highest-ranking pilots, earn between £136,890…

Bianca Hughley, a former Southwest Airlines flight attendant, has filed a $5 million lawsuit against the airline after her termination during her probationary period. Her lawsuit claims violations of employee rights, specifically regarding a policy that prevents probationary employees from…

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 experienced a tire malfunction shortly after takeoff from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Despite the right tire of the left main landing gear blowing off, the flight AS474 safely continued to San Diego International…

IndiGo Airlines is expanding its international network, currently operating nearly 400 aircraft and over 2,200 daily flights. The airline, which holds a 60% share of the domestic market, has revealed its top 10 international routes based on seat deployment and…