Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced an expansion of their Jordan network with the launch of service to and from Amman City Airport, the carrier’s second Jordanian gateway. The new route will operate three times weekly from May 1, 2026.

Ryanair has announced that from October 2026 they will close their seven aircraft Berlin base due to untenable economics. According to the carrier, BER traffic has collapsed 27 percent since the pandemic, while costs have risen 50 percent, and are set to rise further.

Coinciding with their milestone 100th anniversary this year, Lufthansa has unveiled an elegant new uniform range designed by BOSS.  The new uniforms will be rolled out systemwide from the fourth quarter of 2026.

Airbus has today marked the 10th anniversary of the first aircraft delivery from the Airbus U.S. manufacturing facility in Mobile, Alabama.  The first aircraft assembled in the U.S., an A321 affectionately known as ‘BluesMobile,’ was delivered to JetBlue on April 25, 2016.

easyJet has today announced the launch of nine new routes across six UK airports, including new winter 2026/27 services to the Canary Islands, Egypt, France, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Poland and Slovenia.

Air Canada has today announced that they have taken delivery in Hamburg of their first Airbus A321XLR on lease from SMBC Aviation Capital. Air Canada Airbus A321XLR - Courtesy Airbus On Friday (April 24, 2026), Air Canada announced that they have taken delivery in Hamburg of their first of 30 Airbus A321XLRs, a next-generation single-aisle aircraft designed to fly longer routes efficiently. The arrival of this aircraft, leased from SMBC Aviation Capital, marks an important m

Lufthansa has announced the completion of the modernization of the first of eight Airbus A380 super jumbo jets. The inaugural flight of the first refreshed A380 took place on April 23, 2026, with service from Munich to Los Angeles.

Alaska Air Group has announced that Hawaiian has now transitioned to the same Sabre passenger service system (PSS) used by Alaska Airlines, with both airlines now operating under the IATA ‘AS’ code.  Today, oneworld has also welcomed Hawaiian to the alliance.

BARIG has today announced that Nippon Cargo Airlines, Japan’s only all-cargo airline, has become the association’s newest member in the air cargo market segment.  Nippon Cargo Airlines' Boeing 747-8F Freighter - Courtesy BARIG / Nippon Cargo Airlines On Thursday (April 23, 2026), The Board of Airline Representatives in Germany (BARIG) announced that Nippon Cargo Airlines has become the association’s newest member from the air cargo segment. Nippon Cargo Airlines is Japan’s on

Norwegian Air Shuttle has today announced that they will extend their service between Stockholm Arlanda and Skellefteå, which has been operating since November 2024, for the summer season.

Airbus has today announced the completion of the manufacturing and assembly of the first main deck Airbus A350F Freighter door in Illescas, Spain, which has now been delivered to the Final Assembly Line in Toulouse.

American Airlines has reported a first quarter 2026 net loss of $382 million or ($0.58) per diluted share on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 10.8 percent to $13.9 billion.  The company ended the quarter with $10.8 billion in liquidity and vast unencumbered assets. American Airlines Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results - Courtesy American Airlines On Thursday (April 23, 2026), American Airlines reported their first quarter financial results for the period endin

American Airlines has today announced that in partnership with the TSA, TSA PreCheck Touchless ID is now available at all of the carrier’s hub airports, giving eligible AAdvantage members a more streamlined, touchless experience at TSA security checkpoints.

Embraer has today announced the signing of a collaborative inventory planning contract with Air Canada Operator, Jazz Aviation, for 25 Embraer E175s operating in Canada.

Boeing has reported a first quarter 2026 net loss of $7.0 million or ($0.11) per diluted share on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 14 percent to $22.2 billion. At March 31, 2026 the company’s backlog reached a record $695 billion, including over 6,100 commercial jets.

American Airline is celebrating the grand opening of the newly transformed guest experience at New York-JFK’s Terminal 8, marking a major milestone in the airline’s ongoing investment in modern, world‑class travel experiences. American Airlines Celebrates the Grand Opening of New York-JFK's New Terminal 8 - Courtesy American Airlines On Tuesday (April 21, 2026), American Airlines celebrated the grand opening of the newly transformed customer experience at its Terminal 8 at Jo

Southwest has reported a Q1 2026 net profit of $227 million or $0.45 per share on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 12.8 percent to $7.25 billion. The carrier ended the period with $3.3 billion in cash and cash equivalents and a revolving credit line of $1.5 billion.

SkyTeam has announced the official opening of their newest branded lounge at Frankfurt Airport, marking their flagship lounge in Europe, and further elevating the premium airport experience.

ITA has opened ticket sales on their new route between Rome Fiumicino and Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic.  From November 30, 2026, the new winter seasonal route will operate once weekly on Mondays with an Airbus A330neo.

United Airlines has reported a first quarter 2026 net profit of $699 million or $2.14 per diluted share on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 10.6 percent to $14.6 billion. At March 31, 2026, United had $17.2 billion in total liquidity.

Pratt & Whitney has today announced an investment of over $100 million to expand their U.S. MRO footprint. Maintenance capacity will be increased across Texas, Florida and Arkansas with facility expansions.

Pratt & Whitney Canada has today announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility in Casablanca, Morocco.  The site will produce static and structural machined parts for P&W Canada’s aircraft engines, including the PT6 engine Family.  Pratt & Whitney Canada Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Casablanca, Morocco - Courtesy Pratt & Whitney On Tuesday (April 21, 2026), Pratt & Whitney Canada celebrated the official opening of their new manufacturing facility in Nouaceur's

Boeing has announced that Ethiopian Airlines has placed an incremental firm order for six 787-9 Dreamliners by converting six previously agreed upon options. The additional aircraft will facilitate Ethiopian’s international expansion.

AEGEAN has announced the launch of a new codeshare partnership with Air China, expanding their network access to Asia, while improving connectivity for guests of both airlines.