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BA CityFlyer ends Stansted weekend flights by April 2027
British Airways' subsidiary BA CityFlyer will cease all operations from London Stansted by April 2027, closing a weekend network active since 2016...
Apollo's £5.7bn easyJet takeover completes end of March 2027
EasyJet shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a £5.7 billion takeover by Apollo Funds, ending the airline's 26-year history on the London stock...
HMRC card payment fee explained for elite status seekers
A new 0.95% fee now applies to HMRC tax payments made with Currensea-linked debit cards. Strategic use of these cards can still generate airline...
British Airways to train crew after urine-soaked seat TikTok video
British Airways will train flight attendants on handling bodily fluid contamination after a passenger's viral TikTok complaint about a urine-soaked...
FlyersRights Sues DOT Over Airline Disruption Rule
FlyersRights has sued the Department of Transportation to block a rule reclassifying ten disruption types as outside airline control, a move the...
Qatar Airways seriously considers Premium Economy for Australia routes
Qatar Airways' new CEO confirms the airline is actively studying Premium Economy, a major policy shift as it plans a significant expansion of flights...
Aer Lingus lounge access rules differ by airport and airline status
British Airways Silver and Gold cardholders can access Aer Lingus lounges at Heathrow and Dublin, but face significant restrictions on short-haul...
Qatar Airways to launch STELIA business class on new A321LRs
Qatar Airways will take delivery of its first Airbus A321LR in the coming weeks, featuring a 16-seat flat-bed business class with doors based on the...
American Airlines Projects 2026 Loss as Fuel Costs Surge
American Airlines reported a $269 million Q3 loss despite record revenue, as fuel costs soared 67.5%. The airline plans to slow 2027 network growth...
British Airways completes Starlink Wi-Fi rollout across all 18 A350s
British Airways has finished installing free, ultra-fast Starlink satellite internet on its entire fleet of 18 Airbus A350 aircraft, guaranteeing...
British Airways clarifies status expiration and soft landing rules
British Airways has detailed how long its Silver and Gold tier status lasts and the rules for members who fail to requalify, including a 'soft...
Airlines tanker fuel due to supply shortages and cost pressures
Airlines are increasingly carrying extra fuel to avoid refuelling at destinations with supply problems, a practice that saves money but increases...
Etihad CCO Arik De Departs Abruptly, Raising Leadership Questions
Etihad Airways' Chief Commercial Officer Arik De has left the airline with immediate effect, sparking speculation due to the unexplained and sudden...
DOT finds no airline data privacy violations
The US Department of Transportation concluded a multi-year review and found no legal violations by major airlines regarding passenger data sharing.
United Airlines tightens rules on crew travel benefits during sick leave
United Airlines has issued an internal memo instructing flight attendants to seek manager approval before using travel benefits while on sick leave.
Two-Person Cockpit Rule Scrutinized After Flydubai Incident
A recent flydubai cockpit altercation has reignited debate over the global patchwork of rules requiring two people in the flight deck.
NATS Faces Airline Fury Over Second Computer Meltdown
Airlines and passenger groups are condemning UK air traffic control provider NATS after a second major computer failure in under two weeks caused...
Etihad's shift to a 'normal airline' brings record profits
Etihad Airways has pivoted from a prestige-focused strategy to a more rational, sustainable business model, leading to record profits in 2024 and...
American Airlines Pilots Union Criticizes CEO Robert Isom
The Allied Pilots Association, representing American Airlines pilots, has questioned whether CEO Robert Isom is the right leader to turn the airline...
Montreal Convention's Article 17 Defines Airline Injury Liability
Article 17 of the Montreal Convention establishes strict airline liability for passenger death or injury during international flights.
United Airlines to Open Two New Flight Attendant Bases
United Airlines is opening two new flight attendant bases, but has not revealed their locations. The airline is informing new-hire trainees of the...
DOT Limits Airline Hotel and Meal Vows for Delays
The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a final rule narrowing when airlines must provide free hotels and meals to passengers on lengthy...
Japan Airlines invests in rival Korean Air's parent
Japan Airlines has acquired a stake in Korean Air's parent company, Hanjin KAL, marking its first investment in a foreign airline.
American Airlines Expects 48 New Aircraft Deliveries in 2026
American Airlines is expecting to receive 48 new aircraft in 2026, as part of its ongoing fleet expansion and renewal efforts. The airline has a...