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Australian national carrier Qantas has announced plans to operate the world’s longest non-stop flight, connecting Sydney to London and New York. The groundbreaking flights, set to begin by mid-2026, will last over 19 hours and utilize the advanced Airbus […]
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Air charter operator Sirius India Airlines has unveiled plans to raise $100 million through a mix of debt and other financial instruments to accelerate its growth. The funding will enable the company to expand its fleet to 50 private
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The iconic Orient Express brand is charting a bold new course with the launch of its first luxury yacht, Orient Express Corinthian, set to sail in June 2026. Blending the timeless elegance of the Orient Express legacy with cutting-edge
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Icelandair announced plans to begin flights between Reykjavik and Istanbul on September 5, 2025, marking the airline’s latest effort to expand its network into new markets. The route will operate four times weekly, with a flight time of approximately
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Air Tahiti is elevating its passenger experience with the launch of its first-ever premium class, featuring the cutting-edge Expliseat TiSeat 2 V Prime seat model. The upgrade, set to debut across the airline’s fleet in November 2024, promises enhanced
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Greek airline Sky Express celebrated a milestone on November 12, 2024, with the launch of its first direct flight from Athens to Istanbul. This new daily service connects the capitals of Greece and Turkey, strengthening ties between the two
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Armenian Airlines is set to restore regular flights to six Russian cities, Delhi, and Batumi starting December 9, 2024, marking a significant step in the carrier’s post-pandemic recovery and growth plans. The airline, based at Zvartnots International Airport in
Avelo Airlines has officially made its international debut, introducing a new route from Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Hartford, Connecticut, to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica. The inaugural flight, which departed on November 16, 2024, marked
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Spirit Airlines, known for its ultra-low-cost ticket model, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday following a series of challenges, including mounting debt and operational setbacks. The filing marks a critical juncture for the airline, which last turned
Around 30 Russian airlines, representing over a quarter of the country’s domestic passenger traffic, could face bankruptcy in 2025 due to escalating financial pressures. The news, reported by Russian daily Izvestia, highlights the severe challenges small and medium-sized carriers
Virgin Atlantic has announced its return to Cancun, Mexico, with a new direct service from London Heathrow to Cancun starting October 19, 2025. The route will be the only direct option from Heathrow to Cancun, offering UK travelers convenient
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On Tuesday, November 4, Emirates marked its return to Edinburgh after a four-and-a-half-year hiatus, landing its first flight in the Scottish capital since suspending the route in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The airline will now offer
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Dubai has embarked on the construction of its first vertiport for air taxis near Dubai International Airport (DXB), as announced by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE. The 3,100-square-meter facility is
In July 2025, Belmond will introduce the Britannic Explorer, a luxury sleeper train set to redefine rail travel across England and Wales. Starting from London, the train will offer exclusive three-night journeys on three distinct routes through Cornwall, the
Bosnia and Herzegovina has announced the reintroduction of a departure tax at all of its commercial airports, a decision likely to face resistance from low-cost carriers, particularly Ryanair. Previously, the tax applied only to Sarajevo Airport but will now
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