US Airline Airfares Unlikely to Drop Despite Oil Price Dip
Analysts warn that US airline airfares and checked bag fees will remain elevated despite lower oil prices due to tight capacity and strong demand.
Jun 17, 20263 min
Business
EU Finalizes Major Air Passenger Rights Update for 2027
The European Union has reached a landmark agreement to standardize free cabin baggage and flight delay protections, with implementation set for 2027.
Jun 16, 20264 min
Regulatory
EU261 Passenger Rights Reform: Status Quo Maintained
EU member states have rejected proposals to weaken air passenger rights, maintaining the current three-hour delay compensation threshold for travelers.
Jun 16, 20264 min
Regulatory
Boeing 737 MAX Deliveries Rise to 60 Following Rate Hike
Boeing delivered 60 aircraft in May 2026, marking a 33% year-over-year increase after resolving a wiring issue and securing a production rate hike.
Jun 11, 20264 min
Manufacturing
IATA AGM: 5 Key Takeaways From Global Airline CEOs
Airline CEOs gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the IATA Annual General Meeting to address industry challenges including supply chain and fuel volatility.
Jun 10, 20263 min
Airlines
Airlines Launch Grab-and-Go Lounges to Solve Overcrowding
Airlines and card issuers are opening grab-and-go airport lounges to address overcrowding, prioritizing speed over traditional seating and amenities.
Jun 7, 20264 min
Airlines
UK Proposes National Database to Ban Unruly Passengers
The UK government is evaluating a national database to enforce cross-carrier bans against unruly passengers to improve aviation safety.
Jun 4, 20264 min
Safety
FAA Proposes $336,000 Fine for Planet Nine Private Air
The FAA seeks a $336,000 fine from Planet Nine Private Air for allegedly mislabeling 21 commercial charter flights as general aviation.
May 30, 20263 min
Regulatory
Global Air Travel Demand Drops 3.4% Amid Middle East War
IATA reports global air travel demand fell 3.4% in April 2026, driven by a 46.6% collapse in Middle East traffic due to regional conflict.
May 29, 20264 min
Airlines
Jet Fuel Shortage Threatens European Summer Travel Amid Hormuz Blockade
Soaring jet fuel prices and potential shortages due to Middle East conflict threaten widespread flight cancellations and higher fares across Europe...
May 4, 20266 min
Business