UAE's Etihad Airways Orders 28 Widebody Boeing Aircraft

After the pandemic, airlines have taken different paths regarding using widebody aircraft, especially the Airbus A380.

In the first quarter of 2025, GOL reported a +19.4% year-over-year increase in Passenger Business’ Net Revenue.

India has revoked the security clearance of Turkish-based ground handling firm Çelebi Airport Services.

SIA records an all-time-high net profit for FY2024/25, aided by an accounting benefit from the Air India-Vistara merger.

Icelandair has announced two fresh additions to its winter route map: Edinburgh, Scotland, and Málaga, Spain.

Porter Airlines strengthens its domestic network by adding a new nonstop route between Ottawa and Victoria.

Air Transat enhances its winter program by adding three new Canadian departure points with flights to Punta Cana and Cancún.

EVA Air will offer a new range of IFE options across its fleet—nothing too flashy, but enough to keep passengers occupied.

Wizz Air has revealed expansion plans for its Romanian operations, including six new foreign routes out of Timișoara and Brașov.

Despite ongoing and unpredictable turmoil in the country, KLM will resume flights to Israel at the end of May. 

FAA mandates inspections and sealant repairs on select Boeing 787 series jets after reports of potable‑water‑system leaks.

POTUS's May 2025 Middle East tour generates attention for the major aircraft deals announced in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

British Airways reveals that Artificial Intelligence is part of the secret to decreasing flight delays at London Heathrow.

Singapore Changi Airport is officially set to commence construction of Terminal 5, part of the Changi East project.

Spirit refreshes its customer experience with a redesigned extra-legroom seat and updates to its Free Spirit loyalty program.

Saudi Arabia-based full-service commercial aircraft lessor AviLease has placed its first direct order for Boeing 737 MAX.

The global post-COVID-19 readjustment continues with Vietnam Airlines’ reintroduction of bi-weekly service to Russia and China.

LATAM Airlines Group announces a new daily nonstop route connecting Miami and Buenos Aires starting December 1, 2025.

This is the first time in ICAO's history that its Council has decided on the merits of a Member State's dispute.

China will temporarily allow Boeing aircraft deliveries after a trade deal with the US is finalized.

United Airlines unveils its new United Elevated Interior on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, a complete luxury reboot.

Today, in 1970, pilot Joe McBryan founded Buffalo Airways after purchasing it from legendary Arctic aviator Bob Gauchie.

Cirium data shows summer 2025 air travel bookings between select U.S. and European cities have decreased YOY. 

Belfast International Airport has officially opened a new terminal extension, a milestone in its £100 million investment program.

Alaska Airlines marked a significant milestone today by launching daily nonstop service between Seattle and Tokyo Narita.

During the week of May 5-11, 2025, several major airlines announced or launched significant new routes across the globe.

As a step towards normalcy, the Indian government reopened 32 airports closed last week due to tensions with Pakistan.

Today, in 1982, one of the world's most iconic airlines, Braniff International Airways, ceased operations.

When mom’s office is at 35,000 feet and she's guiding a Boeing 737 through a cloud bank over Seattle.

Today, in 1934, the Douglas DC-2 made its maiden flight. Douglas Test Pilot Carl Cover was in command.

Foreign-made components used in the manufacturing process at Boeing are likely to face scrutiny from the US DOC.

Pakistan has reopened its airspace for all categories of flights, after a ceasefire with India effective today.

S&P Global warns that Heathrow’s third runway expansion risks overwhelming debt and higher charges.

Boeing’s fourth 777-9 test aircraft, WH004, returned to the skies on Wednesday from Paine Field in Everett, Washington.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines inaugurated its first nonstop route between San Diego and Amsterdam on May 8, 2025.

IATA announces new training agreements with Saudi carriers, airports, and educational institutions at Aviation Day MENA. 

International Airlines Group has ordered 53 new aircraft needed to meet demand after profits almost tripled at the start of 2025.

Delta Air Lines and Korean Air will purchase 25% of WestJet's independent ownership holdings.

Norse Atlantic Airways has entered a wet-lease agreement with IndiGo for two more Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. 

The second-largest carrier in South America plans to relocate its New York JFK operations to the new Terminal 6 in 2026.

Taiwanese flag carrier China Airlines has joined Boeing's 777X customer family with a significant fleet investment.

On a high note, Avianca Cargo concluded its Mother’s Day 2025 season, transporting over 20,100 tons of fresh flowers.

US DOT Secretary Sean P. Duffy unveils a transformative plan to build a new, state-of-the-art air traffic control system.

Emirates Group sees its strongest financial performance in 2024‑25, making Emirates the most profitable airline globally.

Emirates announces plans to operate daily non-stop flights from Dubai to Hangzhou from July 30, 2025.

Turkish Technic partners with Rolls-Royce to develop a licensed engine maintenance center at Istanbul Airport.

 Today, in 2008, Isle of Man-based EuroManx ceased operations. Here is its story.

Qazaq Air and Vietjet announce the launch of a strategic partnership, establishing a new low-cost carrier, Vietjet Qazaqstan.

Breeze Airways is expanding its Fort Lauderdale offering with new nonstop routes to Akron-Canton, Ohio, and Wilmington, N.C.

Today in 1937, the first successful pressurized airplane cabin, tested in the Lockheed XC-35, revolutionized high-altitude flight.

Norse Atlantic Airways reports high load factors and overall positive performance, year-on-year.

For April, Icelandair reported 25% capacity growth YOY and strong market demand to and from Iceland.

Frontier introduces two nonstop routes this July, bolstering its East Coast and Midwest connectivity for the summer travel season.

The Airline Catering Association warns that proposed US tariffs on inflight catering would have far-reaching effects.

JetBlue has scrapped its scheduled summer seasonal route between Boston and Halifax weeks before its inauguration. 

Two new seating upgrade options are available today on Avelo: Stretch and Stretch+ provide customers with more personal space.

Newark Liberty International Airport is experiencing an unprecedented operational crisis. AW takes a look at the data.

Contour Airlines (LF) will enter into a strategic partnership with Spirit to boost air services to underserved communities.

American and Qantas are allowing us to tailor our winter travels to far-off lands with convenient flights to suit our needs.

Air Canada announces major Latin America expansion for Winter 2025-26 with four new destinations and 13 new routes.

Several major international carriers, including Air France and Germany’s Lufthansa, have begun avoiding Pakistani airspace.

JetBlue appoints Vijay Raman as new sales and revenue management vice president as it announces the sale of JetBlue Ventures. 

Bangladesh’s Novoair, one of the country’s three private airlines, temporarily suspended all flight operations on May 2.

On Wed, the TSA will no longer accept state-issued IDs not REAL ID-compliant at security checks. Here's what you need to know.

Join us as we fly from Hong Kong to London in business class on board Cathay Airways' brand-new Aria Suite.

Today's attack near Ben Gurion Airport is part of a pattern of similar incidents targeting Israel's principal international hub.

United announces flight reductions at its Newark Liberty International Airport hub due to the airport's operational meltdown.

This summer, American Airlines will launch a dual strategy of enhancing premium travel experiences and expanding its network.

Welcome to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, where Cathay Pacific flies its Airbus A350-1000 daily.

Eva Air launches EVA BizFam, a global corporate travel rewards program with more benefits than a traditional membership program.

Frontier Airlines started 2025 with a record-setting first-quarter revenue performance despite looming travel wane.

Spirit AeroSystems’ Q1 2025 financial results, announced May 1 in Wichita, paint a mixed picture for the aerostructures supplier.

Today, in 1966, British European Airways launched its first jet service between London Heathrow and Glasgow.

Alaska Airlines has added a new global airline partner, Philippine Airlines, the Seattle-based airline's 32nd airline partner

This week, Etihad announced the launch of a new corporate travel program designed to enhance the business travel experience.

Join Airways on board Cathay Pacific’s new route from Hong Kong International Airport to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

The aviation industry is experiencing disruption as new tariffs imposed by the U.S. alter the economics of aircraft purchasing.

Air Transat will fly nonstop between Québec City Jean Lesage International and Martinique Aimé Césaire International in December.

THAI Airways International unveiled several new offerings in a grand ceremony called “The New Worlds of Tomorrow.”

Etihad and China Eastern Airlines inaugurated their joint venture at a ceremony at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai.

Airbus kicked off 2025 with solid top-line growth and a healthy order book amid supply-chain pressures.

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet has surpassed 1 billion passengers faster than any wide-body commercial airplane in history.

Air France-KLM has reported a solid start to 2025, showing notable improvement in its operating results.

Oman Air has cut almost a quarter of its workforce in an attempt to restructure the airline.

LATAM Airlines Group today reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025. 

American Airlines has sued JetBlue, claiming more than US$1 million in compensation following the dissolution of the NEA.

JetBlue today reported its financial results for Q1 2025, with the airline taking a GAAP net loss of US$208 million.

Join Airways, along with other aviation journalists and Honeywell engineers, aboard the company's Boeing 757 Flying Testbed.

American Airlines prepares to integrate the A321XLR into its fleet, the type spotted with AA's full livery and its iconic logo.

While Ukraine’s flag carrier ceased operations due to the Russian invasion in 2022, SkyUp adapted and pivoted its strategy.

The fuel system onboard an aircraft is one of the most critical, whether it is a Cessna 152 or a Boeing 777-300ER.

Spirit AeroSystems divests Airbus assets, handing over multiple critical aerostructure production facilities before Boeing buyout.

Turkish Airlines and Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus will relinquish their slots at Ben Gurion International Airport.

Virgin Atlantic has decided to discontinue all services between London and Tel Aviv, Israel.

The Pakistani government is making its third attempt to privatize Pakistan International Airlines with a new EOI submission plan.

Cathay Pacific launches a new direct passenger route between Hong Kong and Urumqi at a special event.

The closure of Pakistan's airspace has required airlines to adjust flight routes, lengthen travel times, and add fuel stops.

Take a detailed look at the various documents and manuals used to ensure the safe operation of aircraft today.

Alaska Airlines has unveiled its latest Disney-themed aircraft, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Flyer (N596AS).

This is how necessity and innovation drove the aerospace sector to embrace 3D printing as a strategic enabler of efficiency.