International
This section is dedicated to bringing you the most current and significant updates from the aviation sector across the globe. Frequent flyers, industry experts, and aviation enthusiasts alike will find a trove of information, including: airline industry movements, airport expansions, regulatory updates, innovative technologies, global challenges, and more.
Qantas takes delivery of first Airbus A321XLR
Qantas Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft, making it the Asia-Pacific launch operator of the new long-range single-aisle jet.
Air Hong Kong completes transition to all-Airbus A330F freighter fleet
Air Hong Kong has completed its re-fleeting program, now operating an all-Airbus A330F fleet after retiring its last A300-600F.
Starlux Airlines orders 10 more Airbus A350-1000s
STARLUX Airlines has signed a firm order for 10 additional Airbus A350-1000s, reinforcing its long-haul expansion strategy.
Qatar Airways crowned World’s Best Airline at 2025 Skytrax awards
Qatar Airways has once again been named the World’s Best Airline at the prestigious 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards held in Paris.
Vietjet signs deal for 100 Airbus A321neo jets at Paris Air Show
Vietnamese carrier Vietjet has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to purchase 100 Airbus A321neo aircraft, with options for 50 more.
Riyadh Air places firm order for 25 Airbus A350‑1000 aircraft
At the Paris Air Show, Riyadh Air placed a firm order for 25 Airbus A350‑1000s—with options for a further 25—as it builds a...
British passenger in seat 11A survives Air India crash that killed 241
British passenger Vishwashkumar Ramesh survived the Air India crash from seat 11A while 241 others perished when the Boeing 787 hit an Ahmedabad...
Air India Boeing 787 crashes after takeoff from Ahmedabad, 242 on board
An Air India Boeing 787 crashed after departing Ahmedabad for London, with 242 people on board.
Jetstar Asia to cease all operations by July 31
Jetstar Asia will permanently cease operations on July 31, 2025, following mounting financial pressures from rising operational costs and increased regional competition.
Airbus reports 51 aircraft delivered in May 2025 with no new gross orders
Airbus delivered 51 aircraft in May 2025, a slight decrease from April's 56, and recorded no new gross orders, as the industry possibly...
