airline news

easyJet launches routes to Pristina, Strasbourg, and Aberdeen, highlighting divergent UK CAA and European Union transport environmental directives.

EASA extends its high-risk airspace advisory for the Gulf region, including the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, until August 31, 2026.

Delta Air Lines will launch the first-ever nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Manila using Airbus A350-900 aircraft starting March 28, 2027.

Delta Air Lines flight DL9960 from Atlanta to New York JFK diverted to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on July 23.

Delta Air Lines flight DL2613 from Seattle to San Diego diverted to Los Angeles International Airport on July 23.

Contour Airlines expands regional Caribbean connectivity, launching nonstop flights between Dominica and Trinidad starting October 5, 2026.

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan expand airport infrastructure and fleet capacity through Japanese partnerships to establish strategic East-West gateways.

The Cathay Group projects H1 2026 profits up to HKD 6.5 billion, driven by double-digit passenger growth and regional trade flows.

Global Affairs Canada updates travel warnings for the Middle East, advising citizens to avoid eight countries and limit non-essential travel to six others.

Bristol Airport prepares for 1.8 million summer passengers, backed by new European routes and a £400 million terminal upgrade program.

Boeing officially ends production of the 777-300ER, transitioning to the next-generation 777X widebody program as airlines extend active fleet life.

Over 26 delays and 9 cancellations disrupt Gulf and international passenger routes at Bahrain International Airport.