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LIFT and GO7 back airline-controlled virtual interlining as new model for African connectivity

GO7 named South African carrier LIFT among the first to implement its Orchestrated Virtual Interlining solution, with the airline calling for wider industry adoption as a new path for connectivity in Africa. Set to go live within weeks, the integration is an early proof point for a new, ai...

Flying solo this summer: Emirates prepares to welcome more than 3,500 young travellers

Emirates is preparing for one of the busiest time periods for its Unaccompanied Minors Service, as families begin their summer holidays before the new school year in Dubai. Over the next two weeks, Emirates will welcome more than 3,500 children who will travel independently using the acclaimed...

'Aloha all around the world:' Hawaiian Airlines unveils oneworld alliance livery aircraft featuring ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi

Hawaiian Airlines unveiled a special aircraft livery celebrating its membership in the oneworld alliance with a design that honors ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, the Hawaiian language, with the phrase "Aloha a puni ka honua," or "Aloha all around the world." Hawaiian's widebody Airbus A330 carrying the oneworld mark will continue to feature the airline&#...

Arbitrip & El Al Airlines announce first of its kind travel booking partnership

Arbitrip announced a landmark partnership with El Al Airlines. Together, companies are introducing a new model for airline-integrated travel booking: a fully white-labelled hotel platform embedded directly within El Al’s digital ecosystem, designed to deliver a seamless, personalized, and value-driven experience.At the core of the platform is Arbitrip’s advanced AI engine, wh...

Air Peace expands fleet with Embraer E175 to boost regional connectivity in West Africa

Embraer delivered first brand-new Embraer E175 airplane to Air Peace. The delivery further strengthens the partnership between Embraer and Air Peace, beyond their operations of the larger E195-E2 and the smaller ERJ145 fleet. The E175 will support Air Peace in its ambition to increase connectivity in Nigeria and the region, whilst providing more capacity flexibility to the airline. Arjan Meijer...

SAS orders 18 Airbus A330neo to accelerate growth and fleet modernisation

Scandinavian carrier SAS has placed a firm order with Airbus for 18 A330-900 aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The agreement was signed during a ceremony in Copenhagen by Anko van der Werff, SAS CEO and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business. The aircraft will support SAS’ ongoing international network expans...

EVA Air debuts first Washington, D.C. to Taipei nonstop service

EVA Air celebrated the launch of its new nonstop service between Washington D.C. and Taipei, marking a significant expansion as the airline's 10th North American gateway. As the first airline to offer nonstop service between these two cities, the new route represents a key milestone in strengthening connectivity between Taiwan and the U.S. East Coast. A special inaugural ceremony was held at W...

JSX expands Santa Monica service with new nonstop flights to Oakland starting in September

JSX announces new non-stop flights between Santa Monica, CA (SMO) and Oakland, CA (OAK). Seats are now on sale for flights beginning September 14, 2026. Service will be on JSX’s state-of-the-art ATR 42-600 aircraft, equipped with 30 spacious seats and free Starlink Wi-Fi. With the ease of flying from Santa Monica Airport, travelers for business and leisure will enjoy an unrivaled level...

Electric aviation demonstrations launch in Hawaiʻi: BETA Technologies & Surf Air Mobility with Hawaiian Airlines support

Surf Air Mobility and BETA Technologies launched an electric aircraft demonstration program in Hawaiʻi, with Hawaiian Airlines, providing support in key areas, such as sharing insights on Hawaiʻi cargo and passenger routes, participating in feasibility assessments, and supporting local stakeholder and community engagement activities. On Thursday, Hawaiian Airlines hosted the launch event for...

De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines

De Havilland Canada announced the delivery of the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline.The aircraft will support Ethiopian Airlines’ efforts to expand regional connectivity and provide access to remote communities, tourism destinations, and lake regions across Ethiopia and East Africa. Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President, Sales and...

United accelerates Starlink Wi-Fi rollout with first widebody transatlantic flight

United is accelerating the rollout of fast, free Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus members as United flight 14 is set to depart Newark/New York for London this evening aboard a Boeing 777-200, marking the airline's first transatlantic widebody customer flight equipped with Starlink and the first of nearly 60 United widebody aircraft expected to have Starlink this year. United expects to have its...

AZAL adds fourth modern Airbus A320neo to its fleet

Azerbaijan Airlines expanded its fleet with another state-of-the-art Airbus A320neo aircraft. The introduction of the new aircraft is aimed at providing passengers with more comfortable and modern travel experience. The Airspace cabin offers a more spacious interior, specially designed seats, and larger overhead baggage compartments, enhancing passenger comfort. The aircraft is also equipped...

A new era of luxury: Etihad’s celebrated A380 debuts in Tokyo

Etihad Airways celebrated the inaugural flight of its iconic Airbus A380 to Japan, which touched down at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport on 18 June. The arrival marks a landmark moment for the airline, with the renowned double-decker now operating daily between the two capitals. The aircraft brings expanded capacity on the route alongside an elevated premium offering. Featuring fou...

dnata plates up full Air China Group portfolio in Singapore with Air Macau addition

dnata Catering & Retail Singapore commenced inflight catering services for Air Macau at Singapore Changi Airport, further expanding its long-standing partnership with the Air China Group. Under the new agreement, dnata will support Air Macau’s daily operations in Singapore, producing an estimated 54,000 meals annually across business and economy cabins. With the addition of Air M...

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Korean Air places landmark order for 103 Boeing aircraft

Boeing and Korean Air announced that the carrier has finalized a purchase agreement for 103 aircraft spanning Boeing’s widebody and single‑aisle families. The deal includes 20 777‑9, 25 787...