The most memorable (and forgettable) Christmas aircraft liveries and designs
Special themed liveries have become an important mainstay of the aviation industry, with airlines keen to promote their…
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Explore articles and news related to Christmas and its impact on the aviation industry, travel, and holiday experiences.
Christmas 2024: How are airlines around the world celebrating?
The big day is nearly here, and air travelers all over the world are braving the crowds to…
Thousands track Santa’s sleigh on Flightradar24 on Christmas Eve
Fans of flight tracking website Flightradar24 will be familiar with many of the icons that appear every day.…
Christmas Eve travel panic as American Airlines flights briefly grounded
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initiated a nationwide ground stop for all American Airlines flights on Christmas Eve…
Calculated: How fast Santa flies to deliver all his presents
Each year, Santa Claus must complete his annual task: deliver gifts to every child in the world (so…
RAAF C130-J Hercules completes first ever Christmas airdrop over Palau
A C130-J Hercules military transport aircraft belonging to the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has completed its first…
The best (and worst) days to fly during the 2025 holidays
Over the 2025 holidays – between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day – a staggering 32.5 million seats…
Lufthansa launches first ever direct Christmas flights to visit Santa in Lapland
Lufthansa Airlines has announced that it will launch special Christmas flights this year to visit Santa Claus in…
NORAD gears up to track Santa’s Christmas journey live for the 68th consecutive year
Santa Claus is about to set off to deliver gifts to everyone who avoided this year’s naughty list.…
United aims to warm hearts with ‘romantic’ gestures this holiday season
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful. According to mental health experts at…
Unique Christmas gift experiences for AvGeeks and anyone who loves aviation
If your Christmas shopping list includes looking for a present for an AvGeek or an aviation enthusiast, then…
Winter Wonderland: why European airlines are flocking to Lapland for winter
Seasonal traffic flows are a well-known phenomenon in the European airline industry. At the start of every summer season,…
12 Days of Drones: FAA launches drone safety campaign for holiday period
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched a campaign for the safe use of drones over the holiday…
Christmas at Qantas means themed aircraft and earlier onboard bars
As preparations for the festive holiday season get underway worldwide, Australian airline Qantas is fully getting into the…
Air New Zealand releases video promoting stress-free Christmas travel
With the arrival of Christmas month, Air New Zealand has launched a special video to ensure that anyone…
Operation Christmas Drop: when gifts fall from the sky
Has Santa traded his sleigh for a C-130 Hercules? That’s what you’d think seeing military pilots wearing red…
Thousands of flights in the US canceled over the Christmas weekend
A combination of winter weather and the surge of the Omicron COVID-19 variant has disrupted thousands of flights…
Christmas in the skies: How do airlines get into the Christmas spirit? |Quiz
December is a busy month for aviation. While cargo airlines rush to deliver presents, some carriers get into…