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The latest stories, developments, and trends shaping airlines, aircraft, aerospace, and the wider global aviation industry.
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One sky, very different worlds: Inside the many sides of aviation
Aviation is far bigger than passenger airlines. From cargo and emergency flights to military aircraft and manufacturing.
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Starlink set to power onboard internet across Wizz Air fleet
June 9, 2026
Kyrgyz Republic removed from EU aviation blacklist after nearly two decades
European Union removes all Kyrgyz-certified airlines from its aviation safety blacklist following years of regulatory reforms and oversight improvements.
June 9, 2026
Passengers may soon pay less by skipping meals on Air India flights
Air India is evaluating a new fare category that could allow domestic passengers to opt out of onboard meals in exchange for lower ticket prices.
June 9, 2026
Three Air India aircraft damaged in Delhi storm incident, DGCA orders inquiry
Aviation regulator launches investigation after three Air India aircraft were damaged by displaced ground equipment during severe weather at Delhi airport.
June 8, 2026
Riyadh Air receives first Boeing 787 Dreamliners ahead of commercial launch
Delivery of the first two Boeing 787 Dreamliners marks a key milestone for Riyadh Air as the Saudi carrier prepares to begin operations and expand its global network.
June 8, 2026
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.
June 8, 2026
Why your cheap ticket comes with so many extra fees
Low base fares have reshaped airline pricing, but the real money lies in add-ons that travellers often overlook.
June 7, 2026
IndiGo keeps Kuwait flights suspended with no timeline for resumption
India's largest airline has extended the suspension of all Kuwait services after authorities maintained airspace restrictions, leaving passengers without a confirmed timeline for the resumption of flights.
June 6, 2026
Air India Express launches direct Bengaluru-Phuket flights
Air India Express has expanded its international network from Bengaluru with the launch of direct flights to Phuket, strengthening connectivity between South India and one of Thailand's most popular leisure destinations.
June 6, 2026
Qatar Airways restores Philadelphia service after three-year absence
Qatar Airways will return to Philadelphia in early 2026 with daily Doha flights, filling a gap left by American Airlines and restoring direct access to the carrier’s global network after a three-year absence.
June 6, 2026
Flying business class? Singapore Airlines may no longer let you pick any seat
Singapore Airlines has introduced fare-based restrictions on advance Business Class seat selection, limiting access to a significant portion of premium cabin seats for travellers booking its lowest-priced Business Class fares.
June 6, 2026
Government fixes aviation fuel price at ₹115 per litre in Delhi for airlines
India has replaced its temporary aviation fuel price cap with a fixed pricing mechanism, setting the effective ATF selling price in Delhi at around ₹115 per litre under a new ₹10,000 crore stabilisation programme.
June 5, 2026
Qatar Airways strengthens Qatar-UAE connectivity with more Dubai flights
Qatar Airways is expanding services between Doha and Dubai, increasing frequencies in phases as regional travel demand strengthens and the airline continues rebuilding its Middle East network.
June 5, 2026
One of Lufthansa’s newest Boeing 787s damaged in Frankfurt gate incident
A recently delivered Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 sustained significant damage at Frankfurt Airport after its nose landing gear collapsed during pre-departure preparations, triggering an investigation and forcing the cancellation of a scheduled Los Angeles flight.
June 5, 2026
Why airlines are selling Boeing 787 Dreamliners for parts instead of flying them
Reports of Boeing 787 aircraft being dismantled for components are drawing attention to changing fleet economics, supply chain pressures and the growing value of the aviation aftermarket.
June 5, 2026
IndiGo suspends flights to six international destinations until September
India’s largest airline is temporarily withdrawing six international routes as higher costs, airspace restrictions and weaker seasonal demand reshape network planning.
June 5, 2026
Global aviation faces growing gap in sustainable fuel supply, ICAO says
ICAO highlights mounting pressure on sustainable aviation fuel and carbon offset supplies as airlines pursue carbon-neutral growth targets.
June 5, 2026
Certifying the skies: Inside the rigorous process that makes aircraft flight-ready
June 5, 2026
Air India, Riyadh Air sign partnership pact to expand India-Saudi connectivity
Proposed codeshare and interline partnership aims to strengthen travel links between India and Saudi Arabia while expanding access to international destinations through Delhi, Mumbai and Riyadh.
June 4, 2026
