AI 171 probe in ‘last leg’, final report expected soon: Aviation Minister
June 15, 2026
Parents to get free seats next to children under new EU aviation rules
European lawmakers and member states have agreed on long-awaited passenger rights reforms that will prevent airlines from charging families to sit together while preserving existing compensation protections for delays and cancellations.
June 13, 2026
IndiGo issues fresh guidance for travellers flying to and from the Middle East
India's largest airline says it is closely monitoring developments across the Middle East and coordinating with authorities as regional tensions continue to affect aviation operations.
June 13, 2026
IATA rolls out worldwide passenger safety campaign focused on evacuations
A new global safety campaign backed by leading aviation regulators aims to address risky passenger behaviour that can delay aircraft evacuations and put lives at risk.
June 13, 2026
AAIB declines to set timeline for final AI171 report, says investigation ongoing
India's aircraft accident investigator says significant progress has been made in the Air India AI171 crash probe, but stops short of indicating when final findings will be released.
June 13, 2026
One year after AI171 crash, families still await answers as investigation continues
Relatives of victims say accountability and transparency matter more than compensation as the final report into the Air India Flight AI171 disaster remains pending.
June 12, 2026
Singapore Airlines to return to Madrid after 22-year absence with new Spain service
The carrier will relaunch flights to Madrid from October 2026 via Barcelona, expanding its European network and strengthening connectivity between Spain and Asia-Pacific markets.
June 12, 2026
As Dubai regains transit traffic, Emirates proposes insurance-backed travel assurance
The Dubai-based carrier is developing a travel protection product that would guarantee passengers a journey home, even on rival airlines, as it works to rebuild traveller confidence amid ongoing regional tensions.
June 12, 2026
Thailand could gain 11 new international routes following IATA slot talks
Interest from 87 airlines at the IATA Slot Conference in Bangkok has opened the door to potential new international services, reinforcing Thailand's ambitions to strengthen its position as a regional aviation hub.
June 12, 2026
Ryanair plans capacity reduction in Belgium over proposed aviation tax hike
Europe's largest low-cost carrier says it will remove aircraft, cut routes and reduce passenger capacity if Belgium proceeds with plans to double its aviation tax from next year.
June 12, 2026
