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The latest stories, developments, and trends shaping airlines, aircraft, aerospace, and the wider global aviation industry.
Bengaluru to Host Global Conference Examining Aviation Law Challenges Through 2030
8m ago • Avionyz Editorial
Mumbai airport news: international flight shift deferred
Mumbai airport defers plan to shift some international flights to Navi Mumbai by a few weeks after airline objections. Get updates on Avionyz.
October 15, 2026 • Avionyz Editorial
JAL selects E190-E2 for J-AIR’s fleet renewal
Japan Airlines orders 26 Embraer E190-E2 aircraft for regional subsidiary J-AIR, with deliveries set to begin in fiscal year 2029.
October 14, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Emirates marks 30 years in Australia with 70 weekly flights
Emirates marks 30 years in Australia, operating 70 weekly services while expanding connectivity, investing locally and supporting trade and tourism.
October 14, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
IndiGo signs $328 million aircraft financing deal with Citi
IndiGo has secured $328 million in Citi financing, backed by Credendo, to acquire eight Airbus aircraft through GIFT IFSC.
October 13, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Vietjet launches flights linking Hanoi, Almaty and Prague
Vietjet has launched new routes linking Hanoi, Almaty and Prague, expanding its international network and strengthening connectivity between Asia and Europe.
October 13, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Riyadh airport shutdown extended, airlines cancel flights
Saudi Arabia extends Riyadh airport's closure after deadly attacks, as Indian and international airlines cancel flights to Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah.
October 12, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Lufthansa Cargo adds Navi Mumbai to winter schedule
Lufthansa Cargo unveils its winter schedule with 88 freighter routes to 40 destinations, including expanded Asia-Pacific services and Navi Mumbai operations.
October 12, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Avolon places orders for 250 Airbus and Boeing aircraft
Avolon has ordered 250 aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, including 110 Airbus aircraft and 140 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, subject to shareholder approval.
October 9, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Houthi strike kills Saudia pilot, damages aircraft at Riyadh
A Saudia pilot was killed and an aircraft damaged in a Houthi attack on Riyadh airport, disrupting flight operations and prompting airline suspensions.
October 9, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air hike fuel charges
Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air update fuel charges, with new domestic and international surcharges taking effect from October 9, 2026.
October 9, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Embraer delivers first E195-E2 to LATAM Brazil
LATAM Airlines Brazil receives its first Embraer E195-E2 as it prepares to expand its domestic network with new routes and destinations.
October 9, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Air India launches EasyRoam travel SIM
Air India launches EasyRoam with Tata Communications, offering international roaming through physical SIM and eSIM options across 30 countries.
October 8, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Etihad increases Damascus service to seven weekly
Etihad Airways will operate daily Abu Dhabi-Damascus flights from November 14, 2026, expanding the route from four weekly services.
October 8, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Riyadh airport disruption continues after Houthi attack
Riyadh airport faces continued flight disruptions after Houthi attacks, with several airlines suspending or cancelling services to Saudi Arabia.
October 8, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Biman Bangladesh orders four A350s and six A321neos
Biman Bangladesh Airlines places a firm order for 10 Airbus aircraft, including four A350-900s and six A321neos, for fleet modernisation.
October 8, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
AFKLMP Cargo adds Cairo, Punta Cana and Malé for winter
AFKLMP Cargo will add Cairo, Punta Cana, and Malé to its winter schedule while expanding freighter and belly cargo capacity across its network.
October 7, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
airBaltic plans 500-700 job cuts amid restructuring
airBaltic is preparing to cut up to 700 jobs across the Baltics as part of its new business plan and broader restructuring efforts.
October 7, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Why every flight plan begins with weather, not destination
From turbulence to fog, weather is reshaping flight operations, costs and planning strategies across global aviation.
October 7, 2026 • Avionyz Editorial
Air India, SIA expand flight and loyalty benefits
Air India and Singapore Airlines will expand flight options and loyalty benefits as part of their commercial cooperation from October 15, 2026.
October 7, 2026 • Parijat Sourabh
Lufthansa Group to operate 50 weekly Japan flights
Lufthansa Group expands Japan services for summer 2027, with Lufthansa resuming Nagoya flights and adding a daily Tokyo-Narita service.