IATA reports 3.8% jump in January passenger demand
The IATA reported a 3.8% year-on-year increase in global passenger demand for January 2026, highlighting trends in international and domestic air travel.
How do airlines judge when and where it's safe to fly near a conflict zone?
The continued conflict in the Middle East is causing significant disruptions to global air traffic, leading to thousands of flight cancellations each day.
After several days of inactivity, Middle Eastern countries plan to resume passenger flights
Middle Eastern countries are set to resume passenger flights after several days of airspace closures that disrupted global aviation.
After several days of downtime, Middle Eastern countries plan to open their airspace to commercial aviation
Several Middle Eastern countries are planning to reopen their airspace for commercial aviation after a period of closure, which has significantly impacted global air travel.
Chaos in air transport: the closure of Dubai airport interrupts global connections
The closure of Dubai airport due to escalating tensions in the Middle East has halted international flights, stranding thousands of travelers worldwide.
Cargo plane carrying money crashes in Bolivia, killing at least 15 people, official says
A cargo plane transporting money crashed near Bolivia's capital, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and additional injuries.
Spirit Airlines expected to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy this year
Spirit Airlines aims to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy by late spring or early summer after reaching a preliminary agreement with creditors.
Man sentenced for selling fake airplane parts for popular engine
A London airline parts firm head was sentenced to prison for selling fraudulent aircraft engine parts, raising global safety concerns.
Feds certify Gulfstream G500 and G600 jets
Transport Canada has certified the Gulfstream G500 and G600 business jets amid pressures from U.S. President Donald Trump.
‘I was sure that was going to be my day’: Toronto plane crash still haunts passengers
Passengers from a plane crash in Toronto last year speak about their traumatic experiences and ongoing effects of the incident.
Airlines refuse ETS burdens
Airlines for Europe (A4E) advocates for significant reform of the EU emissions trading system (EU ETS) for the aviation sector, claiming it disproportionately affects European airlines and passengers, and undermines EU's global competitiveness.
El Paso airspace closure tied to Mexican cartel drones, says Trump admin
The FAA temporarily closed El Paso airspace due to drone incursions believed to be linked to Mexican cartels, but it reopened after confirming there was no threat to commercial flights.
Canada to certify Gulfstream jets, resolving Trump issue: U.S. FAA chief
The U.S. FAA chief announced expectations that Canada will soon certify Gulfstream jets, addressing a long-standing issue raised by Donald Trump.
Air Canada suspends all flights to Cuba, effective immediately
Air Canada has suspended all flights to Cuba due to a severe shortage of aviation fuel on the island, impacting approximately 3,000 customers currently there.
Russia and India are about to put their joint civil aviation fleet on the global map
Russia and India have announced advancements in their civil aviation collaboration, confirmed by agreements at the Wings India 2026 airshow.
Aeroméxico receives award as the world's most punctual airline for the second consecutive year
Grupo Aeroméxico has been recognized as the world's most punctual airline for the second consecutive year in 2025, according to Cirium's ranking that assesses the operational performance of major global airlines.
Aena rules out transferring airports but admits there is 'room for improvement in coordination with autonomous communities'
Aena's president Maurici Lucena emphasized the need for major airlines to leverage the potential of Barajas and El Prat as global hubs, while denying the transfer of airports despite ongoing political demands.
China’s C919 airliner put through paces by test pilots from European aviation regulator
The C919 airliner from China has undergone crucial test flights conducted by pilots from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency as part of its certification process for global operation.
This is the fastest private jet in the world, valued at 78 million euros
The Bombardier Global 8000 is the fastest private jet on the market, featuring luxury designs and advanced technology to enhance passenger wellness.
Global aircraft parts shortage grounds African airlines
African airlines are facing significant delays and cancellations due to a global shortage of aircraft spare parts, with smaller operators like Uganda Airlines and Kenya Airways being particularly affected, leading to projected costs of over $11 billion for the aviation industry this year.
World's fastest civilian plane costing £75m can fly from London to New York in 5 hours
The Bombardier Global 8000, priced at £75 million, is the fastest private jet capable of flying from London to New York in just 5 hours, reaching speeds of 630mph and briefly going supersonic during a test flight.