Passenger’s lithium battery sparks fire on JetBlue flight, prompting evacuation
A JetBlue flight was evacuated in New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) after a passenger’s lithium battery…
DOT finds Southwest continuous cancellations after weather calms “unacceptable”
Low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines is continuously canceling flights over the holiday season even after the forecasted “bomb cyclone”…
New United pilot union head resigns after malicious online comments surface
On December 20, 2022, United Airlines Pilots congratulated airline captain Neil Swindells, its newly elected union leader, representing…
Malaysia Airlines and SAUDIA announce new codeshare agreement
Malaysia Airlines and SAUDIA have announced that the two airlines entered into a codeshare agreement that began on…
Qantas A380 flight to London makes emergency landing in Azerbaijan
A Qantas A380 flight enroute to London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) had to make an emergency landing on December…
Shouting match between cabin crew and passenger over in-flight meal goes viral
A video of a heated argument between an IndiGo flight attendant and a passenger has gone viral on…
Woman arrested in Miami airport after hurling computer monitor at airline agent
Tempers rising, computers flying –the pressures of the holiday travel has well and truly set in. A woman…
Bombardier CEO airs ‘concern’ over Canada awarding defense contract to Boeing
Bombardier’s CEO Eric Martel voiced his concern about the possibility of Canada purchasing reconnaissance jets directly from American…
dnata to prepare more than five million special meals during the Christmas period
Airport services provider dnata will provide more than five million special meals for its airline partners around the…
Singapore’s Changi Airport launches baggage tracking service for passengers
Singapore’s Changi Airport (SIN) has a solution for lost and delayed luggage: a personalized baggage tracking service for…
Major US airlines issue travel waivers ahead of brutal winter weather forecast
Major US airlines have issued travel waivers in anticipation of a “bomb cyclone” expected to hit the northern…
CASA’s safety inspection in 2022: how checks are conducted, ratings, and more
As international flight bookings in Australia are finally increasing, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) had quite a…
British Airways appoints full-time Master of Wine to elevate premium experience
British Airways has appointed a full-time Master of Wine in order to elevate its customers’ ground and in-flight…
Emirates expands operations to Bangkok with additional daily A380 service
Emirates will see in the new year with a bang. Starting January 1, 2023, the airline will launch…
Zebra and giraffe bones found in passenger’s luggage at Dulles Airport
Airport security at Washington’s Dulles International Airport (IAD) discovered a spine-tingling souvenir: giraffe and zebra bones. According to…
Turbulent Hawaiian airlines flight leaves 36 hurt, 11 with serious injuries
36 people were hurt, with 11 sustaining serious injuries, after a Hawaiian Airlines flight encountered severe turbulence 30…
Six ways to enjoy flying during Christmas and the holiday season
Flying during the holidays can be bittersweet. While it’s the season to be jolly and reunite with loved…
Etihad Airways appoints former TAP Portugal exec as new chief financial officer
Etihad Airways has announced the appointment of Raffael Quintas as the airline’s new chief financial officer, effective immediately. …