JetBlue JetBlue new fare strategy leaves no place for carry-on bags In order to better compete with ultra low-cost carriers in the US market, JetBlue Airways plans to implement… February 17, 2021
Boeing TUI fly first in Europe to operate flights on Boeing 737 MAX TUI fly becomes the first airline in Europe to operate passenger flight using the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. … February 17, 2021
COVID-19 testing Good news for US airlines: $14 billion bailout and no domestic testing The United States lawmakers approved a $14 billion bailout package to support the country’s airlines and their workers… February 15, 2021
COVID-19 Israel succumbs to pressure, opens airways to foreign airlines After being pressured by the United States, Israel agrees to open its skies for foreign airlines. On February… February 15, 2021
Boeing UAE looking to lift ban on Boeing 737 MAX in March 2021 The United Arab Emirates is looking to lift the ban on Boeing 737 MAX in March 2021. Flydubai… February 15, 2021
COVID-19 While commercial planes stay still, private jets fly high Aviation sector is slowly recovering from the coronavirus crisis and while many commercial planes are grounded, demand for… February 12, 2021
domestic routes India’s domestic airfare caps to ease, capacity limits to stay One of the fastest recovering markets might see a full domestic flight recovery soon, but it is still… February 12, 2021
Australia Cathay Pacific slashes long-haul flights to Australia In response to the new quarantine regulations for flight crew, Cathay Pacific slashed most of its long-haul flights… February 11, 2021
Air Namibia Air Namibia ceases operations, en route to liquidation On the verge of liquidation, Air Namibia ceased all operations effective from February 11, 2021. On February 10,… February 11, 2021
state aid State aid for US airports and manufacturers approved, airlines next? On February 10, 2021, US lawmakers approved a plan to provide financial aid to the country’s airports and… February 11, 2021
China Not-so-festive New Year holiday period for China’s aviation Passenger traffic drops significantly as China’s government imposes regulations to prevent travel during the festive period of the… February 10, 2021
COVID-19 testing Logistical nightmare: US carriers oppose testing for domestic flights The COVID-19 testing mandate for passengers on flights within the United States is receiving a backlash from the… February 10, 2021
Australia Qantas, Virgin Australia and Rex in airfare battle to lure travelers In the airfare battle among Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Rex Airlines, customers might be the ultimate winners.On… February 10, 2021
British Airways British Airways to start flying on sustainable fuel in 2022 British Airways is investing in a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technology provider and plans to operate a number… February 9, 2021
COVID-19 air travel Delta Air Lines committed to block middle seat through April In order to maintain social distance between travelers, Delta Air Lines reiterated its commitment to keep blocking the… February 9, 2021
state aid US airlines getting closer to additional $14 billion aid On February 10, 2021, the United States House Committee will meet to discuss a $14 billion plan to… February 9, 2021
COVID-19 Ethiopian Airlines carries first COVID-19 vaccine shipment to Africa On February 6, 2021, the first shipment of COVID-19 vaccine in Africa arrived on an Ethiopian Airlines flight… February 8, 2021
Air France Recapitalization to cost Air France Paris-Orly airport slots? The negotiations for the state-backed recapitalization of Air France continue as the airline holds tight on the Paris-Orly… February 8, 2021