Air Transat pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), have begun new contract negotiations with management, aiming to improve working conditions and align contracts with industry standards. The existing agreement, in place since 2015, is being revisited in…

Two women were arrested on a Cathay Pacific flight from Sapporo to Hong Kong after a physical altercation sparked by a child’s cries. The conflict began when 60-year-old Zhang became upset with her three-year-old’s noise, leading 32-year-old Tsui, seated behind…

In November 2024, Asia Pacific airlines reported significant growth in international air passenger and cargo markets, serving 31 million passengers, a 19.8% increase from November 2023. The average passenger load factor rose to 82.0%, supported by a 17.6% increase in…

Southwest Airlines has partnered with BBAM to execute a sale-leaseback agreement involving 36 Boeing 737-800 aircraft, aimed at enhancing financial stability and modernizing its fleet. This transaction, part of Southwest’s “Southwest. Even Better.” strategy, will unlock substantial capital, allowing for…

airBaltic, Latvia’s largest airline, has canceled 4,670 flights for summer 2025 due to ongoing issues with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, leading to a political backlash from the Latvian government. The airline will reduce operations by dropping 19 routes and…

Two dead bodies were found in the wheel well of a JetBlue aircraft at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport during a routine inspection on January 6, 2025. The plane had just arrived from JFK Airport. This tragic incident raises serious concerns…

Air India Express, a Tata Group-owned low-cost carrier, is expanding its international network with 22 new routes in 2024 to enhance its global presence. The airline will operate 103 weekly flights, benefiting major cities like Mumbai and Delhi, which will…

Ascend Airways UK, a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group, has expanded its fleet with a Boeing 737 MAX 8 to enhance its operations in the UK aviation market. This aircraft, subleased from SmartLynx, aligns with the airline’s commitment to sustainability,…

Air India, under Tata Group since January 2022, is undergoing a major transformation aimed at reclaiming its status as a leading global carrier by 2025. Currently operating a fleet of 205 aircraft, the airline has placed orders for 474 new…

Singapore Airlines Flight SQ52 experienced nearly 10 hours of delays due to severe snow, causing multiple diversions between London Gatwick and Manchester. Departing from Changi Airport, the flight landed at Gatwick after Manchester’s runways closed for 3.5 hours. Attempts to…

Air Canada will relocate its operations to the new Terminal 6 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in 2026, enhancing the passenger experience as part of JFK’s $19 billion modernization project. This move aligns Air Canada with other Star…

An Air France A318, operating Flight AF 1448, made an emergency landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on January 3, 2025, due to a cabin pressure malfunction. The aircraft took off at 21:00 but returned 45 minutes later…