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246 articlesPage 5 of 13Updated Apr 9, 2026

Jetstar Launches Boeing 787 Dreamliner Fleet-Wide Cabin Refit

Jetstar has begun a multi-year refit of its 11 Boeing 787s, adding new seats, Wi-Fi, and doubling business class capacity by late 2027.

Apr 9, 20264 min
Jetstar Launches Boeing 787 Dreamliner Fleet-Wide Cabin Refit
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British Airways Cuts 19 Routes in London Hub Consolidation

British Airways has cut 19 routes since January 2025, consolidating long-haul operations at Heathrow and reducing its Gatwick presence.

Apr 9, 20265 min
British Airways Cuts 19 Routes in London Hub Consolidation
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Japan Domestic Air Travel Surpasses 111 Million Passengers in 2025

Japan's domestic aviation market carried a record 111.47 million passengers in 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels for a second consecutive year.

Apr 9, 20264 min
Japan Domestic Air Travel Surpasses 111 Million Passengers in 2025
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West Asia Crisis Forces India to Cancel 10,000 Flights, Reroute Operations

The West Asia conflict has caused over 10,000 flight cancellations for Indian carriers, forcing major reroutes and temporary regulatory changes.

Apr 8, 20264 min
West Asia Crisis Forces India to Cancel 10,000 Flights, Reroute Operations
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Air Canada Launches Tenerife Flights with A321XLR for Winter 2026-27

Air Canada will launch North America's only non-stop flights to the Canary Islands for Winter 2026-27, deploying its new Airbus A321XLR fleet.

Apr 7, 20265 min
Air Canada Launches Tenerife Flights with A321XLR for Winter 2026-27
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Proactive Gate Checks Spark Passenger Complaints Over Empty Bins

Airlines are forcing passengers to gate-check carry-on bags, even with empty bins, to protect on-time departure metrics and speed up turnaround times.

Apr 7, 20265 min
Proactive Gate Checks Spark Passenger Complaints Over Empty Bins
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AirSial to Introduce In-Flight Entertainment on A320 Fleet

AirSial is introducing in-flight entertainment across its A320 fleet to improve its passenger experience amid domestic route expansion in Pakistan.

Apr 7, 20264 min
AirSial to Introduce In-Flight Entertainment on A320 Fleet
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Delta Offers Boston to Auckland Flights Starting at $832 Roundtrip

Delta Air Lines is offering Boston to Auckland flights from $832, connecting via Los Angeles on its seasonal Airbus A350-900 service.

Apr 7, 20265 min
Delta Offers Boston to Auckland Flights Starting at $832 Roundtrip
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Severe Storms Disrupt Easter Travel; Over 1,000 US Flights Canceled

Severe spring storms caused major US airline disruptions over Easter weekend, leading to over 1,000 flight cancellations and more than 15,000 delays.

Apr 6, 20265 min
Severe Storms Disrupt Easter Travel; Over 1,000 US Flights Canceled
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Air India Suspends All Tel Aviv Flights Through May 31 Amid Conflict

Air India has suspended its New Delhi-Tel Aviv flights until May 31 due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, impacting over 40,000 Indian nationals.

Apr 6, 20264 min
Air India Suspends All Tel Aviv Flights Through May 31 Amid Conflict
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China's Air Travel Dips 1.3% During Qingming Holiday Travel Boom

China's civil aviation passenger trips fell 1.3% to 5.5 million during the Qingming holiday, contrasting with a boom in road and rail travel.

Apr 6, 20264 min
China's Air Travel Dips 1.3% During Qingming Holiday Travel Boom
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Air China Resumes Chengdu-Gatwick Flights for Summer 2026

Air China will resume its Chengdu-Gatwick service on July 12, 2026, marking the fifth new long-haul route for the UK airport this summer.

Apr 5, 20265 min
Air China Resumes Chengdu-Gatwick Flights for Summer 2026
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United Airlines & Make-A-Wish Launch 'Make More Wishes' Events at 7 US Hubs

United Airlines and Make-A-Wish are launching 'Make More Wishes' events at 7 US hubs, deepening a 40-year partnership for children with critical illnesses.

Apr 5, 20264 min
United Airlines & Make-A-Wish Launch 'Make More Wishes' Events at 7 US Hubs
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Ryanair CEO Warns of 10% Summer Cancellations, Cites Fuel and ATC Strikes

Ryanair CEO warns of 5-10% summer flight cancellations due to a jet fuel crisis but cites French ATC strikes as a more likely cause for travel chaos.

Apr 5, 20264 min
Ryanair CEO Warns of 10% Summer Cancellations, Cites Fuel and ATC Strikes
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BA 787 Diversion Strands 265 Passengers in Canada for Two Days

A British Airways 787 flight to Houston diverted to Canada, stranding 265 passengers for two days due to crew duty limits and aircraft limitations.

Apr 4, 20264 min
BA 787 Diversion Strands 265 Passengers in Canada for Two Days
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Premium Economy Divide: Emirates and Lufthansa Highlight Cabin Quality Gap

A growing divide in Premium Economy offerings is highlighted by the contrast between Emirates' 'business light' product and Lufthansa's 'economy plus'...

Apr 4, 20264 min
Premium Economy Divide: Emirates and Lufthansa Highlight Cabin Quality Gap
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Indian Airlines Begin Partial Resumption of Middle East Flights

Indian carriers are partially resuming Middle East flights after mass cancellations due to regional conflict, with a focus on repatriation services.

Apr 4, 20264 min
Indian Airlines Begin Partial Resumption of Middle East Flights
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Royal Jordanian Takes Delivery of First 787-9 and A321neo

Royal Jordanian received its first Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A321neo, significantly boosting long-haul and regional capacity as part of its fleet...

Apr 4, 20264 min
Royal Jordanian Takes Delivery of First 787-9 and A321neo
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Malaysia Airlines Adds Shenzhen, Changsha Routes from July 2026

Malaysia Airlines will launch new daily flights to Shenzhen and Changsha in July 2026, expanding its China network to nine gateways to meet rising demand.

Apr 3, 20264 min
Malaysia Airlines Adds Shenzhen, Changsha Routes from July 2026
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Turkish Airlines Halts Middle East Flights Amid Airspace Closures

Turkish Airlines has canceled flights to multiple Middle Eastern nations due to widespread airspace closures following regional military strikes and...

Apr 3, 20264 min
Turkish Airlines Halts Middle East Flights Amid Airspace Closures
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