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EasyJet has warned passengers travelling after May 12 to remain alert as concerns grow across the aviation industry about a possible jet fuel supply crunch linked to tensions in the Gulf region. The warning was issued by Javier Gándara, […]
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Boeing has announced that Alaska Airlines has signed a formal licensing agreement for Boeing’s Virtual Airplane training platform during the World Aviation Training Summit in Orlando, Florida. The agreement follows Alaska Airlines’ role as a key development partner in
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Brussels Airlines reported an adjusted EBIT loss of €55 million for the first quarter of 2026, representing a 4% decline compared with the same period last year as rising fuel costs, geopolitical instability and domestic disruptions weighed on performance.
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Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has announced its 2026/27 winter expedition programme, with the expedition ship HANSEATIC nature returning to northern Europe for a season focused on Arctic landscapes, Northern Lights experiences and winter exploration voyages departing directly from Hamburg. The cruise
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Lithuanian Airports has announced the launch of new direct flights between Vilnius and Zurich operated by airBaltic, further strengthening air connectivity between Lithuania and Switzerland. The new route officially began on May 3, with flights operating twice weekly during
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Frontier Airlines reported a first-quarter operating loss of $283 million on Tuesday as rising fuel costs and aircraft-related charges weighed heavily on the ultra-low-cost carrier’s financial performance. The airline generated record operating revenue of $992 million during the quarter,
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Travellers from Katowice will be able to fly directly to the Faroe Islands in December, as Atlantic Airways launches a limited charter-mix service on the route. The new flights give passengers in southern Poland a direct link to the
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A cruise ship carrying passengers who were exposed to hantavirus has plotted a course for Spain’s Canary Islands after an outbreak killed three people on board, according to health officials and reports from the vessel’s route data. The ship,
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Lufthansa has announced a new onboard service concept for its long-haul flights, with the programme set to begin on 6 May. The airline says the scheme, called FOX or Future Onboard Experience, will cover all travel classes and all
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Warsaw had been expected to join the Uzbekistan Airways network “soon”, but the airline had still not submitted its flight schedule for approval to Poland’s Civil Aviation Authority. The absence of the filing means the proposed service remains on
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Passengers travelling through French airports are facing longer queues as the European Union’s Entry-Exit System continues to be rolled out, with border checks taking more time for many non-EU travellers. The new system records biometric and travel data for
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Deutsche Bahn is introducing discounted last-minute tickets for long-distance travel, adding a new pricing option for passengers who book close to departure. The German rail operator says the move is designed to make spare seats on its long-distance services
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Itaka is considering adding a long-haul aircraft to strengthen its Air 001 brand, with the Airbus A321XLR emerging as a likely option. The narrow-body jet is already in service with carriers including Air Canada, Iberia and Wizz Air, while
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Qantas is ramping up incentives for frequent flyers, announcing a limited-time promotion that doubles status credits or points as the airline looks to counter softer travel demand and rising operating costs. The move comes as airlines navigate a more
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Ryanair has reported solid passenger growth in April, underscoring continued demand for short-haul travel across Europe as the summer season approaches. Ryanair said it carried 19.3 million passengers in April, according to an official statement from the airline. The
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