Riyadh Air has today announced the launch of new daily service between Riyadh and Cairo, Egypt.  This follows the previously announced routes to London Heathrow and Dubai. Riyadh Air Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner - Courtesy Riyadh Air On Tuesday (February 24, 2026), Riyadh Air, the new national carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announced the addition of Cairo to their growing network with daily service to commence soon with a state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.  Cairo

Spirit Airlines has today announced that they have reached an agreement in principle of key terms of the restructuring support agreement with their secured creditors, marking another key milestone in the airline’s restructuring process.

Orlando International Airport welcomed the inaugural ZIPAIR flight between Tokyo-Narita and MCO, which touched down on Monday February 23rd at 13:35. This milestone marks the first-ever passenger charter service between Orlando and the Asia Pacific.

Aer Lingus has unveiled an expanded summer 2026 schedule from Cork. The carrier will add two extra weekly flights to Glasgow, new routes to Nice and Santiago de Compostela, as well as an expansion of flights to Prague to year-round service.

SAS has today marked, in partnership with Norwegian Armed Forces, four years of Medevac missions and the transport of over 3,500 Ukraine patients.

oneworld has today announced the appointment of seasoned aviation leader Ole Orvér as the alliance’s new CEO effective April, 1, 2026. oneworld's incoming CEO, Ole Orvér - Courtesy oneworld On Monday (February 23, 2026), oneworld announced the appointment of Ole Orvér as the alliance’s new Chief Executive Officer effective April, 1st, 2026.  A Swedish national, Mr. Orvér brings over 20 years of industry experience to the role.  Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Of

Starting June 1, 2026, Oman Air will launch new, nonstop twice-weekly between Muscat and Tashkent, Uzbekistan.  Oman Air to Launch New Twice-Weekly Service Between Muscat and Tashkent Starting June 1, 2026 - Courtesy Oman Air On Monday (February 23, 2026), Oman Air announced an expansion of their international network with the launch of direct flights between Muscat and Tashkent, starting June 1, 2026.  The new service will operate twice weekly, offering guests convenient ac

In collaboration with FTEJerez airline pilot school, Iberia has opened a new call for candidates for their sixth edition of their pilot cadet program. Iberia Launches Sixth Edition of Their Pilot Cadet Program in Partnership With FTEJerez - Courtesy Iberia On Monday (February 23, 2026), Iberia announced the opening of a new edition of their pilot cadet program in partnership with the FTEJerez (Flight Training Europe) airline pilot school. With this initiative, Iberia seeks t

Azul has announced the successful conclusion of the Chapter 11 restructuring process in the U.S. Azul emerges from bankruptcy with a significantly strengthened balance sheet, positioning the company for greater long-term stability and growth.

Malaysia Airlines has announced that starting June 30, 2026 they will add a third daily nonstop flight between Kuala Lumpur and Doha, Qatar, further enhancing connectivity between Malaysia and the Middle East. Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330neo - Courtesy Airbus On Friday (February 20, 2026), Malaysia Airlines announced the addition of a third daily nonstop service between Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Doha (DOH) effective June 30, 2026.  The added frequency increases the total numbe

Boeing has announced that the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have granted initial approval 777-9 simulator devices for airline pilot training.

Air Canada has today announced the launch of a new interline partnership with Pegasus Airlines that will expand customer travel options via Istanbul and Izmir. Bothe airlines intend to deepen the partnership with codeshare and loyalty agreements.

Airbus has today reported a full year 2025 net profit of €5.22 billion or €6.61 per share on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 6.0 percent to €73.4 billion. Airbus Reports Full Year 2025 Financial Results - Courtesy Airbus On Thursday (February 19, 2026), Airbus reported their full year financial results for the period ending December 31, 2025.  The company reported a FY 2025 net profit of €5.22 billion or €6.61 per share on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 6.0

Boeing has announced that Vietnam Airlines has finalized an order for 50 Boeing 737-8 MAX airplanes, marking the first Boeing single-aisle airplane order from the 787 Dreamliner widebody operator.

Boeing has announced that Vietnam-based Sun PhuQuoc Airways has ordered up to 40 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to serve as the backbone of their widebody fleet, connecting international travelers to their hub at Phu Quoc International Airport.

United Airlines has announced that MileagePlus members with a Chase co-branded credit or debit card can now earn up to twice as many miles for United flights, get at least 10 percent off of award tickets, and will also have access to exclusive Saver Award fares.

In recent weeks, Air Transat has launched several new winter seasonal routes to sunny destinations. This includes service between Quebec and Pointe-à-Pitre, Windsor and Punta Cana, and from both Charlottetown and Fredericton to Cancún.

American Airlines has announced that they have chosen CFM International LEAP-1A engines to power the Airbus A321neo aircraft ordered in March 2024. CFM will continue to provide long-term maintenance for American’s LEAP-1A fleet.

Air France-KLM Group has reported a fourth quarter 2025 net profit on €585 million on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 3.9 percent to €8.2 billion. 

KM Malta Airlines has unveiled their summer 2026 flying program, which includes 262 weekly flights across 19 routes, along with new service to Tel Aviv, Israel. KM Malta Airlines Airbus A320neo Closeup - Courtesy KM Malta Airlines On Tuesday (February 17, 2026), KM Malta Airlines revealed their summer 2026 schedule, which includes 262 weekly flights across 19 routes, as well as new service to Tel Aviv. The new Tel Aviv service will operate twice weekly on Wednesdays and Sun

JetBlue has today announced that starting May 21, 2026, they will launch new twice daily nonstop service between Houston’s George Bush International Airport and New York-JFK.  JetBlue Airbus A321neo LR - Courtesy JetBlue On Wednesday (February 18, 2026), JetBlue announced that they will launch new, nonstop service between Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).  The route will operate twice daily starti

Riyadh Air has announced the official launch of their Hafawa Lounge at King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Designed by the acclaimed global studio Yabu Pushelberg, the space reflects the spirit of Saudi generosity and hospitality.

Lufthansa Group has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Air India that establishes the framework for a future Joint Business Agreement between the Lufthansa Group airlines and Air India plus Air India Express.

Viva Aerobus and Volaris have announced the founding of a new Mexican airline group, enabling more flights at low fares for customers, while advancing democratization of air travel in Mexico. Both airlines will maintain their own identities, brands and operations.