Wizz Air to Russia
Reuters reports that Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, will resume flying to Russia from October later this year. Services are shown on the main Wizz Air website.
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Heathrow sale?
Heathrow’s largest shareholder, Spanish multinational Ferrovial, is reportedly assessing options over a possible sale of its 25% stake in the airport.
The Madrid-based company is said…
Emirates Invests More Than 2 Billion To Improve Flying Experience
More than 120 passenger jets are being retrofitted under a new programme called “Fly Better”.
ANA Returns To Profit Since The Start Of The Pandemic
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has returned to profitability for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vistara to boost frequencies to Frankfurt and Paris, ropes in 3rd Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Starting from 30 October, the airline will operate 6x weekly flights between Delhi and Frankfurt, up from the current 3x weekly frequency; while connectivity between Delhi and Paris goes up…
Qatar Airways has 100 days to go to FIFA World Cup Qatar, launches ‘The Journey Tour’ in Europe
Kicking off in London on 13 August, Qatar Airways will host ‘The Journey Tour,’ which will feature several interactive experiences for fans
Air India increases international flights
Air India, following its acquisition by Tata Group, is now deploying aircraft that were grounded for prolonged periods due to the Covid-19 pandemic
Going green! Lufthansa unveils ‘green fare’ for CO2-neutral flying
The Lufthansa Group is the first international aviation group to offer its customers a separate ‘green fare’ for CO2-neutral flying with SAF
India’s newest airline Akasa Air takes off with Mumbai-Ahmedabad flight
Civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Scindia virtually flagged off Akasa Air’s first commercial flight, which departed from Mumbai for Ahmedabad
Lufthansa Returns To Profit As Travel Surges
Last Thursday, Lufthansa reported that it expects demand for short-haul flights in Europe to drive growth at its passenger airlines this year.
Qantas Executives Tasked With Handling Baggage
Executives and senior management at Qantas have been asked to work as baggage handlers for a three-month “contingency programme” in order to combat labour shortages and aircraft delays.
Air travel witnesses strong passenger demand in June, says IATA
Total traffic in June 2022 was up 76.2% compared to June 2021, primarily propelled by the ongoing strong recovery in international traffic
British Airways Halts Short-Haul Sales
Due to high demand and staff shortages, British Airways has temporarily halted sales of short-haul flights out of London Heathrow Airport in response to the airport’s request to reduce…
China eases restrictions for international Covid flight suspensions
The change, starting now, is aimed at promoting personnel exchanges between China and foreign countries, and foreign exchange and cooperation
Airbus Cancels Remaining Qatar’s A350 Order
Airbus cancelled the entire outstanding order for A350 passenger aircraft from Qatar Airways.
AirAsia India brings Lucknow on its route map
The flights will also connect Lucknow through convenient one-stop itineraries to other airports on its network, such as Srinagar, Kochi, Hyderabad, and Guwahati
Emirates Pulls Flights From Nigeria Due To Stuck Revenue
As a result of government officials’ refusal to allow Emirates to repatriate $85 million in revenues from Nigeria, Emirates will reduce the number of flights it flies to the West African…
Spare Component Shortages Are Grounding Flights
According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, several airlines are compelled to ground their flights due to a lack of spare parts for planes.
Lufthansa, Qatar, and Silver…
El Al to Oz
Israeli airline El Al says it plans to launch scheduled flights between Tel Aviv and Melbourne in the coming months, a route made possible following a recent opening of Saudi air space.…
A380 – Is there a future?
In the week when the last A380 was delivered to Emirates, OAG has taken an opportune moment to reflect on the return of the giant aircraft that less than two years ago appeared to be heading…
IndiGo turns 16, unveils ‘Three-Point Disembarkation System’
This novel Three Point Disembarkation process will help IndiGo set new standards in customer experience on its 16th anniversary
Hans Airways arrives
A new British airline is about to enter the market called Hans Airways with the arrival of its first aircraft.
The Airbus A330-200 touched down from Palma Airport (Mallorca) to…
Jetstar Asia adds more weekend services to Bangkok and Manila, retimes Ho Chi Minh City
In August, Jetstar Asia will increase the number of services it operates to Bangkok and Manila, providing customers even more options when visiting two of Southeast Asia’s most popular…
Loganair launches new tourism pledge to ‘love islands’
Loganair, has introduced a new initiative that asks tourists to respect and protect the country’s unique island destinations by creating a new ‘island visitor pledge’
Malaysia Airlines rolls out baggage self-service reporting feature
The launch of this new feature is in line with Malaysia Airlines’ bold step in digitalising the end-to-end traveller touchpoints and facilitating a seamless travel experience
Boeing To Open A Sustainability Research Centre In Japan
Boeing will fortify its relationship with Japan by establishing a new Boeing Research and Technology (BR&T) centre. The facility will emphasise sustainability and complement a…
The Absence Of Chinese Carriers In Australia Raises Airfares To Europe
To experience Europe’s late summer beauties, consider flying to Paris in the middle of September for a three-week vacation. From Melbourne or Sydney, you may expect to pay between $3500…
Vistara launches Mumbai-Jeddah route
Vistara, the joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, has inaugurated non-stop flights between Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and Mumbai
Emirates Now Offers Premium Economy From Sydney
Emirates’ new Premium Economy service is now available on its A380 flights from Sydney.
Explore Like Never Before! Gatwick Airport unveils new campaign
With a busy summer holiday period expected – the first since 2019 with unrestricted travel – retailers and restaurants at Gatwick will help passengers celebrate with some great offers
Airlines Understaffing And War Push Airfares Up
As costs continue to rise, Australians pay hundreds of dollars more for their flights than before COVID-19.
Thai Vietjet hosts ‘Sky Career Festival 2022’
This event was aimed at providing more opportunities for the young generation who dream of having a chance to work in the aviation industry, as well as share comprehensive information from…
Rex Ready To Launch Frequent Flyer Program
Rex is launching its loyalty programme later this year to compete with Qantas and Virgin Australia.
Etihad Airways Makes A Record-Breaking First-Half Profit
Etihad Airways published its financial and operational results for the first half of 2022, including a record-breaking core operating profit of US$ 296 million (H1 2021: loss of US$ 392…
REX To Test Airplane Electric Engines On Short Routes In 2024
As early as 2024, Rex will test the use of planes with retrofitted electric engines on short regional flights of less than an hour.
With this new idea, Rex might have Australians…
American Airlines Bankruptcy Risk Grows
Market conditions and management decisions have increased the potential of American Airlines declaring bankruptcy; this is yet another risk for shareholders of American Airlines.…
Qantas To Cut Flights And Hire More Staff
In the wake of a slew of complaints from dissatisfied passengers, Qantas has issued an apology and announced plans to increase staff and reduce flights.
As Qantas recovered from the…
Bonza’s First Aircraft Touches Down In Australia
Bonza’s first plane landed at Sunshine Coast Airport, a massive regional win.
Sunshine Coast Airport was awarded the nation’s first Bonza base and head office location in…
Recovery on track: Middle East air passenger traffic near pre-pandemic levels
Air passenger traffic in the Middle East and South Asia has recovered in the second quarter (Q2) of the year to approximately 85% of Q2 2019 seat capacity
IndiGo takes off for Bahrain
These new flights will enhance international connectivity and bolster trade, commerce and tourism between India and Bahrain, which is known for its pearl diving and trading tradition
AirAsia rolls out welcome back campaign
AirAsia Thailand unveils its latest advertising campaign, “Missing Moment”, building on its “Unseen Caring” concept, which became particularly important during the Covid-19 pandemic
Emirates bats for Rugby World Cup France 2023
As the official airline of Rugby World Cup France 2023 and Australia 2027, Emirates will fly rugby to new frontiers and bring its leading expertise in customer experience to help deliver a…
Seven out of 20 busiest global air travel routes in May were India to Dubai
The busiest international route in India in May 2022 was Mumbai-Dubai with 406 flights
Boeing and Cambridge University launch project to speed up decarbonisation of aviation sector
Boeing will engage in modeling pathways to a more sustainable aviation future with the University of Cambridge. The team will undertake detailed scenario-based analysis using the interactive…
Be prepared, Gatwick tells passengers
Gatwick airport is urging passengers to prepare for security before reaching the screening area, as it struggles to cope with the ongoing queues during the summer period.
JetBlue in deal to buy Spirit
JetBlue Airways has reached a $3.8bn deal to buy Spirit Airlines in a takeover that would create the fifth-largest airline in the US and remove a fast-growing budget carrier from the market.
SITA unveils eVisa and electronic travel authorisation to transform borders
The mobile capability of SITA’s new eVisa and ETA capability allows travelers to make applications and provide their biometric information using their personal devices before they travel
easyJet rolls out dedicated customer hotline for families with young children
The new helpline has been launched for families with children under 12 years old and will enable them to get through directly to dedicated customer service team members, who have expertise…
South African Tourism rolls out digital campaign for India
Through this targeted digital campaign, South African Tourism hopes to engage with millennials, double-income-no-kid households, and Indian families
Here to Help! London Heathrow team to enhance passenger journeys
The Here to Help programme is a long-standing initiative but has been bolstered this week in response to growing passenger numbers over the summer
Jet Airways to restart commercial operations from September
The ailing airline started the process for hiring pilots for Airbus’ A320 aircraft as well as Boeing’s 737NG and 737Max planes
Vietjet and Rolls-Royce ink deal for Trent 700 engines
The Trent 700 is the engine specifically designed for this A330 aircraft and is widely recognized for its outstanding efficiency and reliability
Lufthansa cancels over 1,000 flights due to ground staff walkout
Strikes and staff shortages have already forced airlines including Lufthansa to cancel thousands of flights and caused hours-long queues at major airports
Vistara to become first Indian airline to launch e-tech logbook
Vistara partners with Ultramain ELB and is set to become the first Indian airline to introduce an e-tech logbook solution and go paperless in its operations
Sustainable food in air! Emirates flight catering launches world’s largest vertical farm in Dubai
The farm’s closed-loop system is designed to circulate water through the plants to maximise water usage and efficiency
Azerbaijan Airlines unveils New Delhi-Baku flights from 10 Aug
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has started ticket sales for flights to Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku from New Delhi
OAG Delivers Access to Entire Flight Lifecycle Through Versatile Data Platform
OAG has announced the release of Flight Status Data into its Flight Info Direct solution, delivering instant access to the full lifecycle of a flight. Powered by its Snowflake-enabled…
Non-stop Rome to Oz
With its large ex-Italian population and shorter flight time to other possible European mainland destinations it was little surprising that Rome was chosen as the first non-stop first foray…
Terminal 4 at Changi Airport set to reopen in September
The reopening will add to Changi Airport’s capacity, ensuring that the air hub can meet the increasing demand for air travel and support airlines’ plans to launch more flights
As demand soars, Qatar Airways ramps up all-in-one FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 packages
As Qatar takes centre stage to host the FIFA World Cup, its national carrier has ramped up all-inclusive FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 travel packages for fans to secure their place in world…
Akasa Air gears up to take off from 7 August
Akasa Air has begun ticket sales for 28 flights, operating weekly on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route from August 7
All-women crew for Saudi airline
An all-women domestic flight has been reported from Saudi Arabia. This is considered a major breakthrough following Israeli airlines permission to overfly the country.
Chosen for the…
Demand for 41,000 new jets by 2041: Boeing
Boeing has projected demand for more than 41,000 new airplanes through 2041, underscoring aviation industry resilience two years after the pandemic began
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to launch flights to Kuwait and Maldives
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, said it will launch two new routes from Abu Dhabi to the idyllic island paradise of the Maldives, and the airline’s fifth…
Malaysia Airlines to operate second daily flight to Doha
This additional service strengthens Malaysia Airlines and Qatar Airways’ strategic partnership, allowing passengers to travel to over 96 codeshare destinations
Singapore Airlines rolls out special fares for flights from 4 cities in India
Singapore Airlines (SIA) is offering special promotional fares for travel from Ahmedabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kochi to destinations across Asia
India cuts windfall tax on ATF
The tax cut was announced just weeks after the government imposed the two charges, in line with a decline in international rates
AirAsia X launches three new routes
AirAsia X confirms its latest services to Melbourne (Tullamarine), and Perth in Australia and Auckland in New Zealand will launch on 1 November 2022
Turkish Airlines and Vietnam Airlines ink pact to boost travel
The airlines will expand cooperation in transporting passengers and cargo, along with studying the opportunity for a passenger codeshare cooperation on flight routes between Hanoi/Ho Chi…
UK unveils aviation charter to tackle airport disruption
The British government launched an ‘Aviation Passenger Charter’ to help passengers know their rights if they are faced with problems at airports
Frankfurt Airport caps movements to 88 per hour
Frankfurt Airport Services Worldwide (Fraport) said in a new report that it intends to reduce the number of take-offs and landings at Frankfurt Airport to 88 movements per hour from next…
Thomas Cook India ties with Vistara to roll out international gateways programme
Vistara Getaways, powered by a cutting-edge technology platform designed and built by the Thomas Cook India Group, presents customers with dynamic inventory and ready-to-book holidays
Thai Vietjet launches Bangkok–Fukuoka service
Thai Vietjet today successfully commenced its flight service from Bangkok to Fukuoka, the carrier’s first destination in Japan, with major celebration ceremony at Fukuoka Airport on July…
Malaysia Airlines renews pact for five years with SITA to boost global connections
As part of the five-year agreement, Malaysia Airlines will leverage SITA Connect, specifically designed for the air transport industry, to meet the airline’s needs in and outside airports
Norse introduces Orlando
London next!
New long-haul-only operator Norse Atlantic Airways (NBT) continues with its two-class Boeing 787 North Atlantic build-up with the introduction of Oslo – Orlando, a three…
flydubai rolls out flights to Samarkand
With the launch of operations to Samarkand, flydubai grows its network to 102 destinations served by a fleet of 65 Boeing 737 aircraft
JetBlue cuts queues
A British company has partnered with New York based jetBlue Airways to reduce queues for international flights.
On 12 January 2021, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Flybe problems
Only weeks after resuming operations, flybe has been forced to cancel hundreds of flights between 28 July and 29 October, citing a shortage of available aircraft from lessors.…
Travel experts reveal their top tips for dealing with flight delays
Travellers returning to the skies in 2022 have so far been met with an abundance of delayed flights as the travel sector struggles to recover from the pandemic.
With the chain of…
IATA warns passenger disruption owing to EU slot use rules
IATA expressed concern that a premature return to pre-pandemic slot use rules in the EU this winter risks continuing disruption to passengers
Vietjet makes further inroads into India, plans new route to Bangalore
The new flight services are planned to link Bengaluru to Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), three of Vietnam's most well-known business and tourism cities
Chubb and Royal Brunei Airlines enter into travel insurance partnership
Chubb and Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) announced a partnership to offer travel insurance to the airline's passengers. The partnership has been launched in Brunei with more countries and…
London’s Heathrow Airport imposes capacity cap of 100,000 passengers per day
London’s Heathrow airport is imposing a two-month cap on daily passenger traffic, a dramatic response by the country’s busiest airport to the flight chaos that has gripped Europe for weeks
What’s new at Hamad International Airport? Qatar Airways’ three swanky new lounges
The brand new facilities will offer new spaces where passengers can rest, unwind and enjoy some of Qatar Airways’ renowned amenity products
Emirates unveils codeshare partnership with Air Canada
Emirates and Air Canada intend to establish a codeshare relationship later in 2022 that will offer enhanced consumer travel choices for Air Canada customers to travel to the United Arab…
IndiGo to take off for Delhi-Deoghar flights from 30 July
IndiGo will be the first airline to operate from Deoghar, which will boost connectivity to Jharkhand and nearby regions
IWTA speaks with Christina Ho, SOARING HIGH! the airline pilot spreading good vibes
From her training days at Flight Training Adelaide to volunteering at Hong Kong Youth Aviation Academy (HKYAA) as an instructor, she dons many hats
Deoghar Airport unveiled in Jharkhand
As a key step to provide direct connectivity to Baba Baidyanath Dham, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the much-awaited newly-built Deoghar Airport
Vietjet rolls out India-Vietnam flights at INR 26. Here’s what you need to know
The special tickets are valid for booking on all domestic flights operated by Vietjet as well as all international routes departing and arriving in Vietnam until July 13
Vistara gears up for Mumbai-Bangkok flights from 5 August
The flights on the Mumbai-Bangkok route will be operated five days a week, using the A320neo aircraft
Air New Zealand brings back Covid Flexibility Policy to help customers
In response to increasing levels of illness in the community, Air New Zealand is reintroducing its Covid Flexibility Policy until 31 July, offering customers the flexibility of opting into…
SAS bankruptcy
Scandinavian airline SAS has filed for bankruptcy in the United States.
BA strike averted
Staff at British Airways have suspended a strike that had been planned at Heathrow during the school summer holidays after receiving a "vastly improved" pay offer from the airline.
Etihad Guest and Mashreq roll out points transfer initiative
Etihad Guest members can simply visit the authorised Mashreq Mobile app to convert Salaam points into Etihad Guest Miles
DGCA delivers notice to SpiceJet over series of snags
The show-cause notice by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) comes after a spate of air safety incidents reported by SpiceJet flights
Singapore Airlines operates its first flights with blended sustainable aviation fuel
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), Singapore Airlines (SIA), and GenZero have embarked on the next phase of the Singapore pilot with the delivery of blended Sustainable…
On the way to recovery! With summer holiday season on, global air traffic spikes
IATA announced passenger data for May 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel accelerated heading into the busy Northern Hemisphere summer travel season
87% Indian travellers want airport lounge access
Collinson research revealing that 49% of Indian travellers ‘feel safer at the airport’ when they’re able to access a lounge
Abu Dhabi Airport to serve 2.8 million passengers in July and August
As many as 2.8 million passengers are expected to use AUH during July and August, of which 414,000 will travel between July 7 and 15 for the Eid holidays, Abu Dhabi Airports said
Japan Airlines joins the list of notable airlines available on airasia Super App
The list of notable global carriers available on the airasia Super App’s online travel agent (OTA) platform continues to grow, with Japan Airlines (JAL) being the latest addition to grant…
Singapore Airlines boosts Japan services and restores pre-Covid connectivity to India in response to strong demand
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will increase services to points across Japan and restore its Indian network to pre-pandemic levels in the coming months.
EVA Air to launch new flights to Milan and Munich
EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, is set to launch nonstop flights between Taipei and two popular European destinations. It will initiate the Milan service on 25 October…
Etihad Airways launches first NFT collection ‘EY-ZERO1’
A total of 2003 limited-edition collectibles, symbolising the year when Etihad Airways was established, will go on sale on July 21
Pilot strike woes lead SAS to file for bankruptcy protection
The airline said the Chapter 19 filing will allow the carrier to continue operating, although the strike has cancelled approximately 50 percent of its flights globally
Finnair to unveil Helsinki-Mumbai flights from August
The Mumbai service will now start as a thrice weekly and go up to four times a week from this November
Global air travel picks up 65% in Q3
Global air travel during the third quarter of the year (July, August and September) is set to reach 65% of levels achieved before the pandemic in 2019
Emirates offers free Dubai attractions to boost city as summer destination
Whether returning to Dubai or visiting for the first time, Emirates customers can enjoy free entry to these top-rated UAE attractions
Etihad’s ‘Sustainable 50’ debut flight lands in New York
UAE national carrier Etihad Airways celebrated the launch of its new 'Sustainable 50' Airbus A350-1000 service to the US
IndiGo to operate additional flights on three routes
IndiGo is now operating additional flights on Delhi-Leh, Delhi-Srinagar and Lucknow-Pantnagar routes from July due to increased demand
Pent-up demand for air travel, with passengers embracing mobile and touchless technologies
SITA’s 2022 Passenger IT Insights research highlights pent-up demand for both business and leisure travel emerging from the pandemic
Touchdown China! Etihad goes off to Beijing
With this, Etihad becomes the first regular direct international passenger service to return to Beijing
Turkish Airlines and IndiGo resume codeshare partnership
The agreement will enable both the carriers to provide more flexibility of choice to the customers on sectors between India and Istanbul
Etihad expects over 2.7 million passengers this summer
As travel rebounds from the impact of the global pandemic, Etihad has witnessed a vast increase in bookings over recent weeks
Bangalore airport crosses 250 million passenger mark in June
An additional 50 million passengers travelled from BLR Airport in a span of nearly three years despite the pandemic and consequential slowdown
Etihad relaunches stopover offerings
The Etihad Stopover has always been popular, especially for guests looking to break up ultra-long haul travel with a couple of days enjoying the wonders of Abu Dhabi
Air New Zealand rolls out world’s first sleep pods in the sky for economy travellers
Air New Zealand's new Dreamliners, due to arrive in 2024, will give customers more choice than any airline in the world, providing the best sleep in the sky regardless of the cabin customers…
Vietjet to open five more international routes from India to Da Nang
The event also marks Vietjet’s announcement to incorporate Da Nang’s tourism symbol on its fleet to promote the city globally
Hello globetrotting tots! British Airways teams up with Trunki for its young flyers
The suitcase has been named Amelia the Aeroplane, inspired by Amelia Earhart, the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean and a pioneer for aviation
Etihad expands fast self-service bag drop facilities
Etihad Airways is expanding its quick self-service bag drop facilities at Abu Dhabi International Airport, providing a faster check-in experience
Vistara mulls new international routes as demand rises
Vistara is charting out its own plans to expand international operations on the Frankfurt and Paris routes and add newer routes
THAI and key travel agencies from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh promote Thailand tourism
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has continued to organise a networking conference under the theme “THAI Networking: Discover Brand New Sky” attended by key overseas…
Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines inks deal with expanded codeshare
Malaysia Airlines (MH) and Japan Airlines (JAL) are expanding their codeshare operations following Malaysia Airlines' recent announcement to launch new direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to…
GO FIRST launches new Kochi – Abu Dhabi route
This region will strengthen GO FIRST’s international footprint to the Middle East and passengers will be able to experience affordable travel experience
Singapore Air ranks as best airline for flying Business Class
According to a TradingPlatforms.com market analysis, Singapore Air offers the best Business Class experience globally. The site bases its conclusions on a study that compared offerings…
Flydubai gears up for record-breaking summer with 8,500 departures per month
The carrier is gearing up to welcome three million passengers over the busiest summer in the airline’s history
Travel demand will speed Middle East airlines’ return to profits in 2023, predicts IATA
Region-wide losses for these airlines this year will dip to $1.9 billion from $4.7 billion loss in 2021
5 reasons why your next event should be in Four Points by Sheraton Puchong
Hold your next event at Four Points by Sheraton Puchong, which is a town that is slightly in the outskirts of Malaysia’s capital.
Aer Lingus partnership with top local graffiti artist Qubek flies off the wall in Manchester
Aer Lingus has teamed up with top local graffiti artist Qubek to create a massive new eye-catching street art mural showcasing the airline’s transatlantic Manchester routes
This Is How We Party: Scoot gives away 10,000 tickets
Continuing the celebrations for Scoot’s 10th Anniversary, Scoot is hosting its largest flight ticket giveaway ever: 10,000 free tickets to anywhere across the Airline’s network.
IATA bats for sustainability, launches IATA CO2 Connect
IATA CO2 Connect responds to the growing demand for CO2 data transparency linked to airline specific and actual fuel burn information and load factors
Etihad Airways returns to London Heathrow Terminal 4
Etihad is returning to Terminal 4 following a temporary home at Terminals 2 & 3 during the pandemic
Global aviation leaders gather in Doha for IATA Annual General Meeting
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering in Doha, Qatar, for the 78th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and…
Centara expands airline partnership network with Thai Vietjet deal
Centara Hotels & Resorts has announced a partnership with Thai Vietjet, bolstering its growing airline partnership network which already includes Thai Airways and Singapore Airlines
AirAsia India adds Lucknow as latest destination with 112 weekly direct flights
AirAsia India announced that it is expanding its network to Lucknow with daily direct flights connecting Lucknow to Bengaluru, Delhi, Goa, Kolkata and Mumbai
Emirates rolls out complimentary home check-in service
This service is provided free of charge to Emirates’ First Class customers based in Dubai and Sharjah, where the check-in agents will visit their homes or hotels at pre-booked timings to…
Qatar Airways logs in record profit of $1.54 billion in 25-year history
This profit is not only a record for Qatar Airways Group, but also a record among all other airlines that have published financial results for this financial year worldwide
Cebu Pacific adds flights to Manila and Cebu from Singapore
The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (CEB), continues to boost its international network as it ramps up flights to two of its largest hubs, Manila and Cebu from Singapore.
Qatar Airways Group reported highest profit in its history
According to the 2021/21 annual report, published by Qatar Airways Group, the company recorded its strongest financial performance during that period, 200 percent above its highest annual…
How to Secure a Sustainable Future for Aviation
Climate change and European Aviation. European vital role to ensuring safe mobility must significantly reduce its environmental footprint.
Click to read the full story: How to Secure a…
AirAsia X is back as it spreads wings to London, Istanbul and Dubai
Marking a new era for long haul low cost air travel, AirAsia X (AAX) announced that it will be flying from Kuala Lumpur to London, Dubai and Istanbul this year
Qatar Airways to host 78th IATA and World Airport Transport Summit
Taking place in Doha 19-21 June 2022, it will welcome the aviation industry’s leaders to reflect on the shifting political, economic and technological realities facing air travel as the…
SpiceJet rolls out in-flight online shopping
The authentic in-flight online shopping experience curated by e-commerce portal, Snapdeal will feature products and deals from leading product categories
Airlines must pay compensation if passenger denied boarding, says DGCA
These are liable only in cases where the traveller is holding a valid ticket and has presented it on time, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
Most memorable passenger aircraft in history
When you fly, do you have a favorite aircraft? Do you hope upon hope that your next trip will place you in your most memorable passenger jet liner in the sky? Would you go so far as to pay a…
New Airbus A321XLR jet takes off for the first time
Airbus’ first A321XLR (Xtra Long Range) has successfully accomplished its first flight. The aircraft, MSN 11000, took off from Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport at 11:05 hrs CEST for a test…
71% of Europeans will be traveling this summer
The findings of 21st edition of the Holiday Barometer have been announced today. The survey was conducted among 15,000 people across 15 countries. The survey was taken between April 26 and…
New Tokyo-Narita to San José flight on ZIPAIR
In a press conference held earlier today in Tokyo, Japanese low-cost carrier ZIPAIR announced plans to inaugurate new, nonstop service between Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and…
Computer glitch shuts down Swiss airspace
Switzerland’s major airports in Zurich and Geneva were paralyzed today, halting all landings and takeoffs after the air traffic control service Skyguide grounded all flights early on…
Scoot gears up for travel resumption to North Asia with launch of non-stop flights to Tokyo and Osaka
The launch marks Scoot’s first non-stop service to Tokyo and the resumption of flights to Osaka since the pandemic
Mumbai airport unveils vertical axis wind turbine and solar PV system
Mumbai airport has introduced this pilot programme to ensure 24/7 energy generation, harnessing maximum energy through wind power systems, while enabling highly efficient and low carbon…
WestJet passengers now cleared to fly before reaching airport
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London-based technology company Zamna is announcing a pilot of its patented digital intelligence system with the Canadian airline WestJet, across select international…
Routes Asia handed over to Chiang Mai
Routes Asia, which is held in a different location each year, has been officially handed over to Chiang Mai
AirAsia India deploys revolutionary TaxiBot operations in Bengaluru
AirAsia India flagged off the commencement of TaxiBot operations at Bengaluru International Airport
Air New Zealand appoints chief sustainability officer
Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran says sustainability is the biggest issue facing the airline’s future and requires increased focus
Airports are a mess in the UK
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This past weekend, 159 flights were cancelled just at Gatwick Airport with EasyJet accounting for half of the flights cancelled with 80 trips off the tote boards on Sunday.…
Love is in the air! Lufthansa takes off as ‘Lovehansa’
On the outside of the aircraft, instead of the Lufthansa livery, it will be “Lovehansa”, which is painted in the colours of the rainbow to symbolise the pride flag
Turkish Airlines load factor over 80 percent in May
According to May 2022 traffic results, Turkish Airlines carried a total of 6.3 million passengers
Singapore’s Changi Airport T4 to restart in September
Changi Airport’s Terminal 4 will reopen in September and the southern wing of Terminal 2 will open for departure operations in October
Japan finally reopens borders to international tourism, but with caveats
After more than two years of closed borders, Japan has reopened its borders to foreign tourists.
Strong demand drives international air travel recovery
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According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), despite Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and significant travel restrictions in China, international…
London City Airport surpasses 1 million passengers after bumper May
Following two years of passenger numbers below the 1 million-mark, London City Airport announced that it has surpassed that milestone and are confident of finishing the year close to three…
Emirates rolls out full premium economy experience
Emirates is the only airline in the region to offer a Premium Economy cabin.
Flyers who don’t wear masks can be declared ‘unruly’ and deboarded, says DGCA
Airlines must de-board any passenger before departure if they refuse to wear face mask inside an aircraft even after being warned, aviation regulator DGCA said
New Hans Airways is getting ready for long-haul flights to India
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Hans Airways, the UK’s newest long-haul airline, is pleased to have attracted a highly-experienced and diverse group of Cabin Crew as its front-of-house ambassadors looking…
Burj Khalifa is most viewed landmark in Middle East
Dubai's Burj Khalifa is the most visited iconic landmark on Street View on Google Maps across the Middle East and North Africa
Kerala unveils QR code-aided e-guide to boost tourism
Kerala Tourism minister PA Mohamed Riyas has launched a virtual travel guide that gives access to all information on tourism locations through QR Code for visitors to the state
Repeal of pre-departure testing for inbound air travelers urged
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A bipartisan group of 38 mayors representing American cities and counties spanning Miami to San Francisco sent a letter on Tuesday to the Biden administration…
New United Flight to Brisbane brings tourism opportunities
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Tourism in Australia and the United States will get a sizable push later this year. You cannot book the flight yet on united.com, but the Queensland Government and Brisbane…
Going Green! IndiGo implements new measures to conserve water and cut carbon emissions
IndiGo is implementing innovative measures to reduce water and fuel consumption on flights
Vietjet unveils direct flights from Mumbai to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi
Vietjet has officially inaugurated the direct flights connecting Mumbai with Vietnam’s capital Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
Why Airbus and Boeing now fly with fake spare parts installed
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With sanctions against Russia for its brutal attack on Ukraine, international aviation may become a collateral casualty in this war. As it has been shown for decades in…
Pilot flies final flight for Royal Household
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Today, Luxaviation UK is announcing its chief pilot Glyn Anderson is retiring from flying commercial flights including his royal duties after a distinguished 25 years of…
Hello Berlin! Lufthansa to receive first ultra-modern Dreamliner
Lufthansa said that it will receive its first ultra-modern long-haul Dreamliner Boeing 787-9 aircraft following certification by the FAA
Singapore’s Competition Commission raises concerns over Air India buy
Tata Group’s acquisition of Air India is likely to run into a regulatory wall in Singapore
BLADE India unveils helicopter services in Goa
With this launch, BLADE India aims to make Goa more accessible and navigable for travellers to discover the bounties and hidden gems
JetBlue becomes first airline to start LGBTQ+ safe spaces certification
JetBlue is commemorating Pride Month with a series of events and support for LGBTQ+ organizations and partners throughout June and beyond
Jeddah bound! Vistara adds new international route
The launch of services to Jeddah will further intensify Vistara's presence in the Middle East region
Virgin Atlantic unveils second daily service on Delhi-London route
The additional daily connection from Delhi to London Heathrow offers more choice than ever, benefiting both business and leisure travellers
Anantara Hotels and Resorts announces new resort in Thailand’s untouched island paradise of Koh Yao Yai
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, is expanding its Thailand footprint with the addition of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort slated to open in December 2022.
Cambodia’s foreign tourist arrivals increase 125%
The number of international tourists has seen a sharp increase by125 percent to 159,546 in the first three months of this year, a positive sign for the tourism sector recovery
flydubai launches Dubai-Doha match day shuttle bookings
These Match Day Shuttle flights are offered in partnership with Qatar Airways and other partner GCC national carriers and will provide football fans with convenient travel options to the…
Singapore Tourism Board launches INSPIRE Global 2.0 Program to support MICE recovery
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is launching an enhanced In Singapore Incentives & Rewards (INSPIRE) Global 2.0 program for international MICE groups.
Thailand further eases nationwide COVID-19 controls
Thai government has further eased the nationwide COVID-19 controls by expanding the colour-coded zones to three: The Pilot Tourist Areas or blue zone, the Surveillance Areas or green zone,…
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort is the epitome of work and life balance
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort is the newly-built resort, which opened in October 2020 in the height of the pandemic.
APAC passenger traffic picks up in April reflecting travel recovery
AAPA released its Preliminary April 2022 traffic figures earlier this week, showing that Asia Pacific airlines recorded a 272.9% jump overall in international passengers carried (4.8…
SpiceJet may start broadband internet service on board in new MAX planes
SpiceJet will induct more Boeing 737 Max aircraft over the next few months and it hopes to start broadband internet service on its planes soon
UAE’s first five-star health resort to open in Ajman in September
Situated within the prime location of Al Zorah and overlooking Ajman’s stunning golf course, this 61-room resort is committed to providing holistic approaches to mind and body rejuvenation
Love Lane! Antigua and Barbuda unveil fast track service for couples
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority in partnership with the Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority has launched a ‘Love Lane’ fast track service for couples travelling to the…
AirAsia first LCC to fly to Bangkok’s both airports
AirAsia Thailand will launch flights on 20 June from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Malaysia
Singapore Airlines to increase flights to India amid demand recovery
Singapore Airlines plans to increase the number of flights to India where the group is currently operating at around 75 per cent of its pre-pandemic capacity
Malaysia announces visa on arrival for Indian travellers from 1 June
Malaysia has announced Visa on Arrival (VOA) effective 1 June 2022 for Indian travellers through selected entry points via Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, or Indonesia
THAI offers Time to Gold Package
As a response to the growing travel demand and Thailand’s easing of international travel rules, THAI launches "Time to Gold" Package consisting of 350,000 THB air ticket cash credit…
New Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang opens in Malaysia
Hidden away just off the bustling street of Pantai Cenang, the newly opened Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang, an Accor brand, features 164 rooms and suites with “Cast Away” feel.
JW Marriott debuts in Germany
JW Marriott has made its debut in Frankfurt, Germany with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt.
Easing Covid-19 travel restrictions lead to rise in flight bookings
India’s fintech major Paytm witnessed strong growth in daily flight bookings amid rising demand for both domestic and international air travel
Qatar Airways partners with other carriers for FIFA World Cup flights
As part of the commitment to make the first ever FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 hosted in the Middle East and Arab world an all-inclusive gala event, Qatar Airways has tied up with flydubai,…
DGCA directs airlines not to offer passengers unserviceable seats
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) directed carriers not to offer unserviceable seats to passengers on domestic and international flights
SpiceJet faces ransomware attack
SpiceJet said its systems faced an “attempted ransomware attack” on May 24, which impacted and slowed down flight departures on May 25 morning
5 reasons why Le Méridien Putrajaya is the new MICE playground in Malaysia
Le Méridien Putrajaya has become a premier MICE destination in the emerging city of Putrajaya.
Accor brings iconic Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brand to Japan
Accor and Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd., a leading real estate company in Japan, proudly introduce Fairmont Tokyo, slated to open in 2025.
