Ethiopian Airlines, the leading carrier in Africa and one of the fastest-growing airline brands globally, is proud to announce the successful completion of Africa’s first full strip-and-paint program of the Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two of its aircraft, marking a significant advancement in Ethiopian MRO’s capacity, technical expertise, and commitment to operational excellence. This achievement […]

American Airlines made this announcement: American Airlines is fundamentally changing the way it does business at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), the airline’s largest hub, and the airline’s customers will soon benefit from those changes in a meaningful way. DFW has an outsized impact on the rest of the airline’s operation and on the […]

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) has officially welcomed its first Airbus A321neo, registration HS-TOA, bestowed with the royal name “Boworrangsee,” strengthening fleet capabilities to support growth across the Asia-Pacific region. The ceremony was attended by Mr. Lavaron Saengsnit, Chairman of the Board, together with Mr. Charnsilp Trinuchagorn, Board Member, and the executive management […]

Embraer has delivered the 50th E195-E2 aircraft to Porter Airlines, marking a major milestone in one of North America’s most dynamic fleet expansions. Since receiving its first E2 jet in December 2022, Porter set out to reshape travel across North America and set a new standard for passenger experience. Porter has firm orders for 75 […]

OAG, the leading data platform for the global travel industry, today released analysis of the Busiest Airline Routes in the USA in 2025, highlighting continued strength across major domestic corridors. The rankings are based on OAG’s Global Airline Schedules Data. Domestic services continue to account for most of the busiest airline routes in the USA. New York […]

Lufthansa announced: It has landed! The Boeing 787-9 with its impressive special livery marking the 100th anniversary of the founding of the first Lufthansa arrived in Frankfurt today, Tuesday. Numerous plane spotters, travelers, and spectators welcomed the special aircraft at Germany’s largest airport, which was transferred from the Boeing plant in Everett, Washington. The divisional […]

KlasJet has signed an agreement with Air Peace, the largest airline in Nigeria. Under the new contract, KlasJet will provide Air Peace with a Boeing 737-800 aircraft. This dual-configured aircraft will help the airline provide scheduled passenger and charter services more efficiently. Air Peace currently operates one of the largest and most diverse fleets in […]

Philippine Airlines has taken delivery of its first A350-1000 , becoming the 10th airline worldwide to operate the largest version of the long range leader. The aircraft, configured in a premium three-class layout with 382 seats, will open a new chapter in Philippine Airlines’ long haul operations across the Pacific. The A350-1000’s advanced efficiency will enable […]

This Day in Airline History – December Events: December Events as a Slide Show: Remembering December 21, 1988: Pan Am flight PA103 (click photo for the details): December Events:

Alaska Airlines continues to strengthen our network with new nonstop routes from our key hubs in Anchorage and Portland to destinations across the country – offering our guests convenient travel options and improved connectivity. Beginning in spring next year, we’ll fly three additional routes from Anchorage to Boise, Boston and Spokane, and four additional routes […]

Boston Brand Research & Media Reports on Colombian State Airline’s Transformative Year with Fleet Modernization, New Routes, and Strategic Social Partnerships: SATENA has announced an ambitious northern expansion initiative set to launch in December 2025, introducing four strategic routes from Barranquilla: Barranquilla-Montería-Barranquilla, Barranquilla-Valledupar-Barranquilla, Barranquilla-Bucaramanga-Barranquilla, and Barranquilla-Aguachica-Barranquilla. This expansion will transform regional connectivity in Colombia’s Caribbean and […]

Rise Air has just welcomed the first ATR 72-600 in Canada, marking a bold step toward modern, reliable air travel for Saskatchewan’s communities and the workforce that powers its economy. Rise Air employs over 280 personnel in locations ranging from Saskatoon to Fond-du-Lac, serving the north and working and living alongside our valued customers and […]

American Airlines is ushering in the new year with exciting culinary updates across its premium lounges. Travelers can now enjoy refreshed winter menus in lounges, followed by new experiential offerings in select Admirals Club® lounge locations nationwide starting January 2026. Seasonal menus in Flagship and premium lounges The below chef‑crafted winter plates provide just a sampling […]

JetBlue Airways on December 19, 2025 celebrated Wicked Blue, the airline’s newest specially painted aircraft, featuring a Boston-themed livery as a tribute to the city that JetBlue has proudly served for more than 20 years. Named after the New England slang for “extremely,” Wicked Blue is a nod to JetBlue’s Boston roots. The newly painted […]

Qanot Sharq Airlines, one of Uzbekistan’s leading private passenger airlines, has taken delivery of its first of four Airbus A321XLR aircraft via a long-term lease agreement with Air Lease. With this delivery, Qanot Sharq becomes the first A321XLR operator in Central Asia and the CIS, reinforcing the airline’s ambition to modernise its fleet and expand […]

Spirit Airlines announced: Spirit Airlines Guests will unwrap a great value on travel this holiday season as the carrier prepares to connect family and friends across more than 8,900 flights during the peak holiday travel period. Travelers looking to fly in style can treat themselves or a loved one to a decked-out experience with Spirit […]

American has elevated transcontinental travel today with the inaugural flight of its Airbus A321XLR, carrying more than 150 passengers between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). As the only U.S.-based airline to operate the A321XLR, the aircraft is a class above the rest, offering customers a Flagship […]

While the holiday season is underway, American Airlines is looking ahead to next summer with 15 new routes for those looking to gift the perfect trip next year. American’s network already provides more one-stop connections than any other airline. Now, travelers will have more reasons to fly American when traveling across the country and the […]

Lufthansa announced: Just in time for the start of the anniversary year, the historic aircraft have been completed! The Junkers Ju 52 and Lockheed L-1649A Super Star have now been finally accepted at “Lufthansa Group Hangar One.” This means that the two central exhibits, which will soon be on display in the new conference and […]

AeroItalia has confirmed that it will open a new base at Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport in mid‑first quarter 2026, with operations scheduled to begin on February 2. The base will initially house two ATR 72‑600 aircraft, each with 68 seats, and will be staffed by around 20 crew members permanently based in Genoa. This move […]

’Tis the season for making memories, and for more than 2.3 million Air Canada customers, that starts the moment they arrive at the airport. Between December 18 and January 4, the airline expects to welcome close to 130,000 customers a day – surpassing 140,000 during peak periods – in one of its busiest travel weeks […]

American Airlines is renovating its popular Admirals Club® lounge in Concourse D of Reagan National Airport (DCA). The renovated lounge will span more than 10,000 square feet, adding approximately 50% more seating and giving customers more room to recharge and relax ahead of their journey. The redesigned lounge will take design inspiration from the city, including […]

Emirates has announced that retrofitted Boeing 777-300 aircraft featuring Premium Economy will serve flights EK953/954 between Dubai and Beirut from January 6, 2026 and flights EK306/307 between Dubai and Beijing, starting from February 1, 2026. * Beijing becomes the fourth city in the Chinese mainland to receive Emirates’ latest aircraft and next-gen products, while travellers to and from Beirut will […]