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.
Turkish Airlines to launch flights to Santiago, Chile
Turkish Airlines announced its expansion into South America with the launch of a new route to Santiago, Chile, starting December 18, 2024. This...
Alaska Airlines completes acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines has finalized its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, creating a combined carrier with an expanded network and fleet. The deal, announced Wednesday,...
Qantas A330 takeoff damages Perth Airport’s newly resurfaced runway
A Qantas Airbus A330-200 caused significant damage to Perth Airport’s runway 03 during takeoff on Sunday, September 15, 2024, leading to partial closure...
Cathay Pacific expands free Wi-Fi to Business class, plans further rollout
Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific has extended complimentary Wi-Fi services to Business class passengers on all connected aircraft, the airline announced Tuesday. The move...
Cathay Pacific inspects entire A350 fleet after engine component failure
Cathay Pacific has launched a comprehensive inspection of its entire Airbus A350 fleet following the discovery of an engine component failure during a...
ANA debuts first AeroSHARK-equipped aircraft, cutting emissions
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, has become the first carrier to operate both passenger and cargo versions of the Boeing 777...
Emirates expands global reach, offering access to nearly 1,700 cities
Emirates has significantly broadened its reach in the past year, doubling the number of cities accessible beyond its network through partnerships. Now, travelers...
Peach Aviation to launch Osaka-Singapore route
Peach Aviation Limited announced plans to launch daily flights between Osaka’s Kansai International Airport and Singapore starting December 4, 2024. This marks the...
Japan Airlines to launch Disney-themed aircraft for domestic routes
Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced plans to introduce a special Disney-themed aircraft for domestic flights starting in late October. The “JAL Fantastic Journey...
Two Delta workers killed in tire explosion at Atlanta maintenance facility
Two Delta Air Lines employees were tragically killed, and another seriously injured, in a tire explosion at the airline’s maintenance facility near Hartsfield-Jackson...
