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🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Closed Sky Shattered the System: The Crisis is Redrawing the World’s Airmap

The article discusses how current airspace restrictions are forcing a major transformation in global air travel and logistics.

Mar 23 • 06:20 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New York: LaGuardia Airport Closed Due to Collision During Landing

LaGuardia Airport is closed following a collision involving a plane landing from Montreal that struck a vehicle.

Mar 23 • 06:13 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The flight attendant's actions left a lasting impression on a little girl: they met after many years

A flight attendant's kind gesture during a flight to Florida left a significant mark on a young girl named Angela, who later recounted the experience years later.

Mar 23 • 05:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Flight Cancellations Due to Middle East Airspace Control Require Refunds and Rebookings... But It's Actually a Phishing Text

A recent spike in phishing attempts exploiting concerns surrounding the Middle East situation has led officials to issue a warning against false messages about flight cancellations.

Mar 23 • 03:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Foods and items banned from hand luggage that aren't technically liquids

Certain food items and other non-liquid commodities are restricted in hand luggage during air travel, potentially surprising travelers unaware of these regulations.

Mar 22 • 04:52 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Dead passenger allegedly stored in heated galley for 13 hours on British Airways flight, 'foul smell' reported

A deceased passenger's body was reportedly kept in a heated galley for over 13 hours on a British Airways flight, leading to shock and concern among travelers.

Mar 22 • 01:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

War in Iran Forces Airline Sector to Face Its Biggest Crisis Since the Pandemic

The airline sector is undergoing its worst crisis since the pandemic due to the ongoing war in Iran, which has led to a significant decline in market value and rising fuel costs.

Mar 21 • 16:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finnair flight turned back to Helsinki

A Finnair flight to Malaga had to turn back to Helsinki due to a medical emergency involving a crew member.

Mar 21 • 11:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Do not carry this item on the flight, or you will be stopped at the airport

Air travel safety mandates strict adherence to regulations regarding what items are allowed on flights, particularly flammable substances, which pose significant risks.

Mar 21 • 11:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Outdated data blocks ticket issuance from Voa Brasil for those who retired in 2025

Retirees who became eligible for the Voa Brasil ticket program in 2025 are facing issues accessing the system due to outdated data.

Mar 21 • 06:16 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

United Airlines prepares for an oil scenario at $175 and cuts unprofitable flights

United Airlines is adjusting its operations in response to rising energy risks, predicting long-term high oil prices and planning to cut unprofitable flights.

Mar 21 • 06:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Work from home and avoid flights: international agency suggests measures to contain rising energy costs

The International Energy Agency has proposed measures to mitigate the impact of rising energy prices due to geopolitical tensions, including working from home and avoiding air travel.

Mar 20 • 13:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Brazil's Beaches: The Flow of Argentinians by Land Decreased in February, but Air Travel Grew Nearly 30%

Travelers from Argentina to Brazil saw a significant shift in transportation methods, with a notable decline in land travel and a corresponding increase in flights.

Mar 20 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Fuel spikes, flight delays, and storms threaten US spring break travel

US spring break travel is at risk due to fuel price hikes, airport security delays, and severe weather conditions.

Mar 20 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The IEA recommends more telecommuting and fewer airplane trips to reduce oil demand

The IEA suggests increasing teleworking and reducing air travel to lower oil demand amid supply disruptions due to the Middle East conflict.

Mar 20 • 08:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Telework, use of transportation means and avoidance of air travel: Recommendations from the IEA due to energy crisis

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed measures to alleviate consumer pressure from rising oil prices, advising teleworking, reduced speed limits on highways, and avoiding air travel when possible.

Mar 20 • 08:24 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

War in the Middle East: Direct Flights from Paris Reinforced to Mauritius and the Seychelles

Air Mauritius and Air Seychelles are strengthening their direct flight connections to France in response to Middle Eastern airspace closures affecting transit routes.

Mar 20 • 08:15 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

IEA proposes date-driven measures, lower speed limits, and fewer flights

The International Energy Agency (IEA) suggests interventions such as lower speed limits and reduced air travel due to rising oil prices caused by conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Three flight attendants taken to hospital after Delta flight hits severe turbulence on descent into Sydney

Three flight attendants were hospitalized after experiencing severe turbulence on a Delta flight landing in Sydney, though no passengers were injured.

Mar 20 • 02:36 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Viral video appears to show blind plane passenger caught in tense service dog dispute

A viral video captures a dispute between passengers over a blind traveler's service dog, raising questions about service animal regulations on flights.

Mar 20 • 01:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

AEGEAN: Increases in ticket prices due to fuel costs

AEGEAN Airlines is increasing ticket prices by 7-8% due to significant rises in fuel costs stemming from geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 19 • 18:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Widespread Disruption in Global Air Travel Due to War in Iran

Global air travel is in turmoil as the war in Iran has led to the closure and restrictions of key airports in the Middle East, affecting countless travelers.

Mar 19 • 11:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Dubai flights chaos as another major airline grounds all planes after explosions

Cathay Pacific has suspended all flights to and from Dubai until the end of April following a recent drone strike, causing widespread disruption.

Mar 19 • 10:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnair cancels more flights

Finnair has suspended flights to Doha until July 2, citing security concerns, and has also previously announced the suspension of flights to Dubai until March 29.

Mar 19 • 08:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finnair cancels flights until July

Finnair has announced additional cancellations of flights to the Middle East until July due to ongoing conflict in the region.

Mar 19 • 08:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Known airline halts all flights to Dubai until summer

A major airline has suspended all flights heading to Dubai due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East affecting international air travel.

Mar 19 • 07:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Chaos in the Gulf favors LOT, Orlen benefits from expensive oil

The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted operations in Dubai and Doha, benefitting European airlines like LOT Polish Airlines as demand for flights to Asia increases.

Mar 19 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

No need to go to Gimpo... Domestic flights from Incheon to Jeju to be established as early as May

The South Korean government plans to introduce a new domestic flight route connecting Incheon and Jeju Islands by May.

Mar 19 • 02:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

The war in the Middle East generates round trips of 9100 km to nowhere

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led to significant disruptions in air travel, including long detours and cancellations for several flights heading to Dubai.

Mar 18 • 22:07 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Airline Tickets to the Sky

The Iran conflict has caused turmoil in the aviation industry, skyrocketing ticket prices and leading to cancellation of flights.

Mar 18 • 21:47 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

“We are the country that has grown the most in air capacity in all of Latin America,” declared the CEO of Aeropuertos Argentina

Daniel Ketchibachian, CEO of Aeropuertos Argentina, announced that Argentina is leading Latin America in air capacity growth during the Aviation and Tourism Summit.

Mar 18 • 20:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"It Seems Like a Century Has Passed": How Flights Have Changed in the Last 30 Years

The evolution of air travel over the past 30 years has made flying much more accessible to the general public compared to decades past.

Mar 18 • 19:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: A group of ten encountered an unexpected rule on a Finnair flight

A group of ten friends experienced seat reassignment on a Finnair flight that disrupted their seating arrangement, highlighting a little-known airline policy.

Mar 18 • 18:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

WHERE DO YOU SIT? ⟩ Choosing a seat on an airplane reveals more about your personality than you might think

The article explores how a person's choice of seat on an airplane can reveal insights into their personality according to experts.

Mar 18 • 18:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The war in the Eastern Mediterranean affects air travel: airlines increase prices or cancel flights

The ongoing war in Eastern Europe is leading airlines like SAS to cancel hundreds of flights and raise prices due to skyrocketing fuel costs.

Mar 18 • 16:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More direct flights to Europe from Ecuador boost air connectivity

Ecuador is experiencing an increase in direct flights to Europe, significantly enhancing its air connectivity.

Mar 18 • 14:37 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Ticket Tax: Ryanair Accuses the Federal Government of Breach of Promise

Ryanair has accused the German government of failing to keep its promise regarding a reduction in the air travel tax, stating that the new law keeps the tax significantly higher than expected.

Mar 18 • 13:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

How safe is Wi-Fi on airplanes? Experts explain the main risks

Experts warn about the risks associated with using Wi-Fi on airplanes, particularly emphasizing user behavior and the potential for hackers to create fake networks.

Mar 18 • 13:16 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Iran, how much does the war cost tourism

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is severely impacting the global aviation sector, particularly affecting air traffic to and from the Gulf region.

Mar 18 • 07:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rule related to favorite seats on the plane has changed, know more

The Indian government is taking steps to stop extra charges for selecting seats on flights, providing relief to air travelers.

Mar 18 • 07:10 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

SAS cancels at least 1000 departures in April: This is what you are entitled to

SAS has announced the cancellation of at least 1000 flights in April due to high fuel costs, affecting many Norwegian travelers during the Easter holiday.

Mar 18 • 06:47 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No Extra Charges for Preferred Seats on Planes, Rules Changed

India's government has mandated that airlines must make a significant portion of seats available for free selection, alleviating extra charges for choosing favorite seats during flights.

Mar 18 • 04:18 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Rejected Icelandair's offer for the Ísafjörður flights

The article reports on the rejection of Icelandair's proposal concerning flights to Ísafjörður.

Mar 17 • 17:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Air tickets are expected to be exceptionally expensive this summer

Air ticket prices are projected to rise significantly this summer due to increased pressure from jet fuel costs influenced by the war in Iran, although some industry experts believe that competitive pricing among airlines may mitigate some of the increases.

Mar 17 • 16:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG unveils ‘fly now, pay later’ credit scheme for domestic flights

The Nigerian government has launched a new credit scheme called 'Fly Now, Pay Later' to enhance access to domestic air travel.

Mar 17 • 15:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Lufthansa extends suspension of flights to Tel Aviv until April 9

Lufthansa has extended its suspension of flights to Tel Aviv until April 9 due to significant air traffic restrictions in the Middle East.

Mar 17 • 13:51 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Dozens of flights cancelled, delayed amid storms in Eastern Canada, U.S

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled or delayed due to powerful storms affecting air travel in Eastern Canada and the Eastern U.S.

Mar 17 • 13:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Flight Attendant: Don't Do These Things on the Plane if You Don't Want to Upset Us

Charity Nelms, an experienced flight attendant and American TV star, shares her airplane etiquette rules on TikTok, citing odd behaviors she has encountered throughout her career.

Mar 17 • 12:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Goodbye lost luggage: now you can tell the airline where your suitcase is

New technology allows passengers to track their lost luggage and inform airlines of its exact location, streamlining the recovery process.

Mar 17 • 10:09 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

New flight route from Skavsta to the Canary Islands confirmed

Norwegian Air will introduce a new weekly flight route from Skavsta Airport to Las Palmas, starting at the end of October until March 2027.

Mar 17 • 08:59 UTC

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