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Damascus Airport has reopened for international flights, resuming operations that were suspended on December 8 last year following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. According to AFP, the first flight departed from Damascus on January 7, operated by Syrian […]
American Airlines is set to introduce new baggage rules in 2025, a move that could significantly impact millions of U.S. air travelers. Inspired by recent European regulations, the updated policy aims to align with international carry-on baggage standards, bringing
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Hungary Airlines has officially assumed the operation of the state-owned Airbus A330F cargo aircraft, marking a significant step in the airline’s development. As of late November 2024, the state-owned Air Hungary became a shareholder in the company, further solidifying
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United Airlines is set to trial Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite communication technology for high-speed in-flight internet in February, according to The Independent. The airline announced that the first commercial aircraft equipped with Starlink, an Embraer E-175, will take flight
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After careful consideration, Edelweiss has decided to discontinue flights to Havana, Cuba from March 2025. The last flight from Zurich to Havana and back to Zurich will be operated on Thursday, 27 February 2025 (WK32/WK33). The decision is based
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Turkish Airlines continues to enhance the travel experience by unveiling its “UNESCO Türkiye Series” amenity kit collection, designed to highlight Turkey’s rich cultural and historical legacy. The new collection draws inspiration from six outstanding UNESCO World Heritage sites in
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Vietnam Airlines is revolutionizing the passenger experience on its domestic flights by introducing premium economy class across its entire internal network. Starting January 14th, passengers will enjoy an enhanced travel option that bridges the gap between economy and business
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The aviation industry continued to navigate turbulence in 2024, with 14 airlines ceasing operations due to financial struggles and evolving market dynamics. Several carriers restructured or rebranded in efforts to survive an increasingly competitive landscape. Airlines That Ceased Operations
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Lot Polish Airlines has inaugurated its first business lounge in North America at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport. The 617-square-meter lounge, located in the central area of Terminal 5, offers seating for 165 passengers and a range of premium amenities.
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The Turkish government has unveiled an ambitious infrastructure project to connect Istanbul’s airports — Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport — with a high-speed rail system. “Istanbul Airport is considered the largest in the world, and Sabiha Gökçen
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Turkish Airlines facing criticism after passengers reported bedbugs on three flights in 2024. The incidents have sparked concerns about hygiene standards in aviation. Passengers reported bedbugs on flights originating from Johannesburg, Istanbul, and Washington Dulles. One notable case involved
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Kazakh authorities announced on December 29 that the Azerbaijan Airlines aircraft’s black box is being sent to Brazil for further investigation. This decision comes amid allegations that the crash, which claimed 38 lives, was caused by Russian air defense.
Aeromexico was recognized as the world’s most punctual airline in 2024, achieving an on-time performance rate of 86.70%, according to Cirium’s annual On-Time Performance Review. The rankings, which assess airlines’ ability to ensure flights arrive within 15 minutes of
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A KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 737-800 was forced to make an emergency landing at Oslo Torp Sandefjord Airport in Norway on Saturday due to a hydraulic failure. The flight, designated KL1204, had departed from Oslo Airport bound for
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On Saturday night, an Air Canada flight operated by PAL Airlines was forced to make an emergency landing at Halifax Stanfield International Airport. The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. AT and involved Air Canada Flight 2259, operated by
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