US Airways, American officially become single airline
American Airlines and US Airways have officially become a single airline, after the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a single operating certificate for the two carriers.…
Cyprus Airways ceases flights under EU sanction
Cyprus Airways has been forced to ground its flights after the EU said it would have to repay illegal aid from the Cypriot government.
The EU said the national carrier has breached…
Ryanair steps up move to buy Cyprus Airways
Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary has flown over to Cyprus for negotiations to buy loss-making Cyprus Airways.
Talks are underway with the Cypriot government about the takeover, weeks after…
Cyprus Airways sells off final Heathrow slot
Cyprus Airways has announced it will sell its remaining slot pair at Heathrow to American Airlines for US$31 million.
The deal is said to be a key element of the airline’s…
TAM and US Airways join oneworld
Brazilian airline TAM has joined oneworld as part of the LATAM Airlines Group merger.
Passengers traveling with the carrier, previously part of Star Alliance, will now be able to have…
US Airways adopts American livery
The first US Airways aircraft to operate in American Airlines' colours has taken to the skies.
The Airbus A319 originally flew in the US Airways livery, but has now been repainted in…
US Airways announces Manchester-Charlotte route
US Airways has announced it will launch flights between Manchester and Charlotte, North Carolina next year.
The new route will operate daily from 22 May 2014 onboard a Boeing 757.…
US Airways approves American merger
US Airways' shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the company's planned merger with AMR Corp, the parent company of American Airlines.
In a vote, 99.6% of the Arizona-based…
American, US Airways to create world’s biggest airline
American Airlines and US Airways have confirmed plans to merge, in a deal that will create the world's largest airline group.
The boards of American's parent company, AMR Corp, and US…
American Airlines, US Airways announce merger
American Airlines and US Airways have announced they are to merge into one airline in a USD11bn deal.
The carrier will operate under the American Airlines name and boost its global…
US Airways to launch Heathrow-Charlotte
US Airways is to launch non-stop flights between Heathrow and Charlotte in North Carolina, it has announced.
The daily service will start in March 2013 with an Airbus A330 including its…
Gulf Air, Cyprus Airways expand code-share partnership
Gulf Air has announced the expansion of its existing code-share partnership with Cyprus Airways. Under the new code-share agreement, Gulf Air passengers will have better and faster…
Cyprus Airways drops sports equipment charge
Cyprus Airways has dropped its charge to carry sports equipment weighing under 15kgs on flights. The free service replaces the previous one-way fee of EUR35. It covers routes to and from…
United, US Airways plan merger - report
United Airlines' parent company, UAL Corp, and US Airways Group Inc are holding talks on a merger that would create the USA's second-largest carrier, Bloomberg has…
Qatar Airways announces code-share agreement with US Airways
Qatar Airways has implemented a code-share agreement with the American carrier US Airways offering passengers greater access to the US market via Europe.Under the agreement, Qatar…
Qatar-US Airways sign codeshare
Qatar Airways and US Airways have signed acodeshare agreement. Subject to both government approval, the agreement willgive US Airways customers access to Doha andbeyond, while…
US Airways records huge losses
US Airways has unveiled losses of US$865 million for the third quarter of the year, the BBC has reported. The American carrier's results were largely a result of its fuel hedging programme,…
No more snacks on US Airways
In what could be the ultimate cost-cutting move by airlines hit by sky-high fuel prices, US Airways Group said it would eliminate free snacks in economy class on all its domestic…
United, US Airways merger?
UAL Group, parent company of United Airlines, is looking at a possible merger with US Airways after its advances to Continental Airlines fell flat, The Wall Street Journal…
US Airways, Air NZ codeshare
When approved, US Airways customers travelling to New Zealand will be able to connect on Air NewZealand's non-stop flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco, USA Today reported.…
Jazeera Airways increases frequency from Russia to Kuwait
Jazeera Airways is increasing the frequency of flights from Moscow Domodedovo Airport to Kuwait. From March 20, the air carrier will operate daily flights from DME to a unique destination…
All Nippon Airways to transform and maximize operational efficiency with global Amadeus partnership
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is taking a significant step through an extended partnership with Amadeus. The renewed deal will continue to see the Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System (PSS)…
Jazeera Airways announces record annual profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for 2022
Jazeera Airways, continuing robust growth, announced record net profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for the 2022 full year, an increase of 183.6% over 2021.
Qatar Airways, Airbus Reach Settlement In A350 Legal Dispute
A long-running court battle between Qatar Airways and Airbus over the safety of the A350 aeroplane and massive orders for more aircraft has been resolved.
The settlement was “amicable…
Airbus Redesigns A350 Over Qatar Airways Disagreement
Recent reports indicate that Airbus has altered the design of the A350 wide-body passenger aircraft’s tail section. The work is being done despite a $2 billion lawsuit filed by Qatar…
British Airways enables customers to purchase carbon removal credits
British Airways is now offering customers the chance to address their emissions from flying by purchasing certified carbon removal credits.
Qatar Airways touches down in Düsseldorf, Germany
Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to Düsseldorf in Germany landed at Düsseldorf International Airport on Tuesday, 15th November, marking the launch of the airline’s latest German…
Qatar Airways Touches Down in Düsseldorf
Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to Düsseldorf in Germany landed at Düsseldorf International Airport on Tuesday, 15th November, marking the launch of the airline’s latest German…
British Airways announces partnership to launch dedicated online wine business
British Airways customers will soon be able to collect Avios towards their travels when ordering exclusively from a new online wine retailer.
Qatar Airways & British Airways form largest airline joint business
New joint business gives passengers enhanced access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania
Qatar Airways & British Airways form largest airline…
Qatar Airways Doha to Perth flight on Airbus A380 now
Previously operated by the Boeing B777-300ER, passengers will now have a chance to journey on board the Airbus A380
Qatar Airways Doha to Perth flight on Airbus A380 now
Qatar Airways begins partnership with Virgin Australia
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, have officially commenced a strategic partnership that significantly expands the networks, lounges and loyalty programs of both airlines, bringing…
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia Partnership Kicks Off
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia have announced the kick-off of their alliance formed in May, which will open up markets in Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and extend…
Virgin Australia Gets Green Light For Qatar Airways Code-share Fights
Virgin Australia passengers will now be able to jet off to Paris, Milan, and Rome on newly minted partner Qatar Airways, with code-share agreements to the trio of European cities…
Qatar Airways unveils 2021 Sustainability Report
Qatar Airways Group has published its Sustainability Report for FY2019-21, a special 2-year edition themed “Response, Relief, Recovery, Resilience"
Etihad Airways unveils new sustainability-driven Economy experience
Etihad Airways has unveiled its new Economy class soft furnishings and tableware which will be launched on board in the fourth quarter of the year.
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia launch partnership at ATM
Commencing mid-year, the partnership will give travellers greater access, unparalleled customer experience and unique benefits when travelling between Australia and Qatar Airways’ global…
Qatar Airways announces Amy Stainlay as marketing manager, Australasia and North Asia
Qatar Airways today announces the appointment of Amy Stainlay as Marketing Manager, Australasia and North Asia.
Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350
Etihad Airways debuted its latest Airbus A350-1000, on a special first commercial flight from Abu Dhabi to Paris.
Sustainability50 is here! Etihad Airways adds first Airbus A350 to fleet
Etihad Airways has unveiled its new Airbus A350-1000, registration A6-XWB, on a special inaugural commercial flight from Abu Dhabi to Paris
Airbus Seeks $220 Million From Qatar Airways
Airbus has asked the UK High Court for $220 million in damages from Qatar Airways after the airline rejected two Airbus A350 aircraft.
Qatar Airways Increases Frequency To Australia
Qatar Airways has stated that it will boost its Doha-Brisbane frequency from three times weekly to daily beginning March 1, 2022, in addition to increasing its frequency across Australia.
Airbus Cancels Qatar Airways Order For 2 A350 As Dispute Deepens
A dispute over surface paint has forced Airbus to cancel Qatar Airways’ purchase of two A350-1000 aircraft.
Airbus Cancels $6 Billion Deal With Qatar Airways Amid Law Suit
Qatar Airways had agreed to buy 50 new Airbus A321neo aircraft from Airbus. Still, the two companies have now become entangled in a bitter court battle, and Airbus has cancelled the…
ITA Airways Will Return To Use The Alitalia Brand: Wonder Why?
ITA Airways recently announced that it aims to reintroduce the Alitalia brand in its operations beginning in March of this year.
Qatar Airways Is Claiming $600m In Damages From Airbus
A design fault, according to Qatar Airways, prevents Airbus from attempting any more deliveries of the jets unless it is corrected by British judges.
As The Qatar Airways Jet Row Escalates Airbus Goes Legal
An Airbus-Qatar Airlines dispute over A350 skin issues escalated sharply on Thursday when Airbus accused Qatar Airways of portraying the matter as a safety issue and called for independent…
British Airways signs sustainable aviation fuel agreement
After signing a multi-year agreement with Phillips 66, British Airways will use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) produced commercially in the UK.
Qatar Airways introduces a new unbundled business class fare
When it comes to business class tickets, Qatar Airways is truly the world best and it's changing the contents for existing fare classes and introduced a new class on October 1.
BA Better World: British Airways unveils new sustainability programme
British Airways has launched BA Better World, its new sustainability programme as it marks a further commitment to put sustainability at the heart of its business
Fiji Airways to resume Australia flights by December 2021
Fiji Airways intends to resume flights to Australia "before Christmas" in 2021.
South African Airways to restart operations after one-year hiatus
South Africa’s state-owned national carrier South African Airways (SAA) will resume flying between limited destinations from 23 September
Qatar Airways grounds 13 Airbus A350s
Qatar Airways grounded 13 Airbus A350s on Thursday due to fuselages “degrading at an accelerated rate” in the long-range aircraft, escalating a months-long dispute with the European…
British Airways’ flagship US lounge reopens doors
British Airways’ flagship US lounge at JFK’s Terminal 7 has reopened its doors on, following a 16-month closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic
Qatar Airways introduces new business class suite
Qatar Airways will launch its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner passenger aircraft, featuring its eagerly awaited new Business Class Suite, on several key routes to Europe and Asia, it started…
Etihad Airways reports staggering USD 1.7 billion loss
Abu Dhabi’s national carrier Etihad has reported core operating losses of USD 1.7 billion in 2020, reflecting the severe toll of the coronavirus pandemic on the airline
Clear breach: Qatar Airways seeks USD 5 billion from UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Egypt over airspace ban
The arbitrations seek redress for the blockading states’ actions to remove the airline from their markets and to forbid the airline from flying over their airspace
Qatar Airways’ ‘1 Million Kilos’ for charities first chapter in sustainability project We Qare
Qatar Airways Cargo is taking action like no other airline before and playing an active role in building tomorrow’s world. The world’s largest cargo airline is committed to helping…
Qatar Airways signs USD 850 million financing deal
Qatar Airways has secured USD 850 million in financing from Standard Chartered. The Middle Eastern carrier has used seven Boeing 787-9 aircraft as collateral on the deal.
Akbar Al…
Bangkok Airways heightens coronavirus precautions
Bangkok Airways announced today that it will be enhancing the level of its medical precautions, as the COVID-19 virus continues to spread.
The new directives measures apply to airline…
British Airways looks to the future of inclusive innovation as it trials autonomous mobility devices
British Airways (BA) has become the first airline to trial fully autonomous, electric mobility devices in North America as it continues its journey to become the airline of choice for…
British Airways showcases sustainability to Prince Charles
Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales has toured British Airways’ (BA) engineering base in Cardiff, seeing first-hand the changes, large and small, which the airline is making as it works…
Jet Airways to sell Netherlands business to KLM
Bankrupt Indian airline Jet Airways said it had agreed to sell its assets in Netherlands to Dutch airline KLM. If the deal is finalised, it will only involve a sale of part of the…
Qatar Airways to display Airbus A350-1000 and Gulfstream G500 at Kuwait Aviation Show
Qatar Airways has announced its participation in the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020, where it will display its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000 fitted with its multi award-winning business…
Qatar Airways scoops best business class in the UK
Qatar Airways has been awarded ‘Best Business Class Seat and Service’ at the first-ever Head for Points Travel and Loyalty Awards.
The awards reward the best in UK business class travel,…
British Airways’ remote-control pushback vehicles reach record 100,000 departures
British Airways celebrated its 100,000th aircraft pushback using the airline’s fully-electric, remote-controlled Mototok devices, which have been used to swiftly manoeuvre the airline’s…
Huatian pours USD 310 million into China’s Okay Airways
Chinese low-cost airline Okay Airways, has secured CNY 2.1 billion (USD 310 million) from its parent company Huatian Investment, after the latter changed its majority shareholder.…
British Airways offers USD 1.24 return flight fares
British Airways Executive Club Members can now book a reward flight using Avios and pay as little as GBP 1 (USD 1.24) return. With the new trial, the new Avios pricing options can be…
Executive decision: Qatar Airways splash USD1billion on corporate fleet
Qatar Airways revealed its massive order for 18 Gulfstream aircraft during a ceremony at the White House on 9 July 2019 that was witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani,…
Vietnam’s Bamboo Airways plans to launch US flights
Vietnamese start-up carrier Bamboo Airways is aiming to launch direct flights to the US using a leased Airbus A380 superjumbo.
Trinh Van Quyet, chairman and chief executive of FLC,…
Etihad Airways expands partnership with Amadeus to foster long-term growth
Amadeus and Etihad Airways announced an extension of their longstanding partnership for distribution services across channels. The partnership falls under the renewed 10-year agreement…
Jet Airways to lose Boeing 777 fleet as US lender bank approaches DGCA
Grounded Jet Airways could lose its wide-body Boeing 777 fleet as its lender US Export-Import (Exim) Bank has written to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to de-register…
“The airport of the future”: British Airways uses biometric tech to board flights
The future of airport travel is happening now with more than 250,000 British Airways passengers using biometric tech on international flights from the US.
Etihad Airways to use AI, cloud tech for airport check-in
Voice activated self-service kiosk, bag drop and boarding gate facility are some of the new improvements that Etihad Airways will implement to augment airport experience.
British Airways, American Airlines invests USD 344m in JFK
British Airways and American Airlines will invest USD 344 million in the makeover of New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Etihad Airways together with No1 Lounges debut ‘The House’ at Heathrow
Etihad Airways has launched a contemporary airport lounge brand in partnership with No1 Lounges dubbed as ‘The House’.
Fiji Airways allows passengers to “Bula Bid” for business class
Fiji Airways has introduced a new initiative that allows economy class passengers to bid for upgrades to business class.
Under the under "Bula Bid" concept, passengers can visit a…
Etihad Airways celebrates delivery of 10th Airbus A380
Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its 10th and final Airbus A380.
Employees from Etihad Airways and Airbus gathered at the European plane-maker’s Hamburg Finkenwerder plant in…
Qatar Airways Unveils ‘QSUITE’ – A Revolutionary New ‘First In Business Class’ Experience
Qatar Airways hosted a standside reveal and a packed press conference to unveil its highly anticipated and revolutionary new Business Class experience to the world’s media and travel trade…
Qatar Airways offers free laptops on US flights
Qatar Airways has announced a unique solution to the recently imposed Electronics Ban by offering passengers a laptop loan service.
Showing true commitment to travellers affected by…
Bangkok Airways adds ASEAN menus
Bangkok Airways has introduced a series of new menus designed to celebrate "the best of Thai and ASEAN cuisine".
The in-flight meals include six classic Thai options plus the…
Qatar Airways gets social with new business class
Qatar Airways has unveiled a unique new business class product that allows passengers to merge their seats.
The new QSuite was revealed to the travel trade today (8 March 2017), on…
Etihad Airways ramps up sustainability drive across fleet
Etihad Airways has continued to make improvements in the fuel efficiency of its fleet, resulting in substantial reductions in carbon dioxide emissions and reinforcing the sustainability…
Qatar Airways poised to unveil new business class at ITB Berlin
Qatar Airways is set to take centre stage on the opening day of ITB Berlin (Wednesday 8th March) as the airline unveils its highly-anticipated new patented Business Class experience in a…
Etihad Airways and Magic Bus reach out to Mumbai community
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has partnered once again with the community development charity Magic Bus on its mission to support children and youth in…
Qatar Airways US expansion a ‘punch on the nose’ says embittered Open Skies contingent
In response to Qatar Airways’ planned expansion to eight new cities, including Las Vegas, NV, the Partnership for Open & Fair Skies issued the following statement.
"The new Qatar…
A Taste of Thai: Thai Airways’ Boeing 787-8 Royal Silk Business Class Review
I recently immersed myself in the Thai Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner Royal Silk business class product on a flight from Bangkok to Brisbane. This excellent new product offers more than…
Jet Airways hits the road with new bus service
Jet Airways has started offering a new long-distance bus service for travellers in the northern state of Punjab.
Under a new agreement with the IndoCanadian Bus Service, Jet will provide…
Qatar Airways publishes its 2015-2016 Sustainability Report
Qatar Airways Group has published its 2015/2016 Sustainability Report, which provides a comprehensive review of the group’s environmental goals, policies and performance.
In addition…
Qatar Airways to be first GlobalBeacon customer
Qatar Airways will be the global launch customer of GlobalBeacon(sm), a technology solution by Aireon LLC and FlightAware, designed to provide up-to-the minute global tracking of all…
Qatar Airways ‘best for business’ say luxury travellers
Qatar Airways has once again been recognised as one of the leading airlines in the world in the recent Condé Nast Traveller ‘Readers Travel Awards’ held in London.
The airline was awarded…
Qatar Airways ranks best for customer service and experience
Qatar Airways has topped a global ranking of international airlines for providing travellers worldwide with the highest quality and service, on-time performance, and customer claim…
Qatar Airways to add extra Muscat flight
From 1 August 2016, Qatar Airways will expand its Muscat services from four to five flights daily taking the total count to 35 flights weekly.
“Both Doha and Muscat are popular cities…
Austrian Airlines signs codeshare deal with Bangkok Airways
Austrian Airlines has signed a codeshare agreement with Thai carrier Bangkok Airways.
Under the deal, new destinations in Thailand and Cambodia can now be booked directly through Austrian…
Jet Airways to launch Delhi-Muscat flights
Jet Airways will expand its Middle Eastern network this month with the launch of a new flight between Delhi and Muscat.
Commencing on 21 March 2016, the Indian airline will operate…
Etihad Airways wins Airline of the Year award from US title
Etihad Airways has won the Airline of the Year 2016 award from US-based aviation industry publication Air Transport World (ATW).
The accolade acknowledged Etihad Airways’ strong…
Aircraft change for Etihad Airways US operations
Etihad Airways recently announced an optimisation of its United States network with equipment changes on two key markets in 2016.
Currently the airline operates leased Jet Airways…
Qatar Airways starts year of US expansion with LA launch
Qatar Airways celebrated the New Year with the launch of a new direct flight to Los Angeles.
The new route, which commenced on 1 January, becomes the airline's first passenger service…
Qatar Airways bans use of on-board portable-powered devices
Qatar Airways recently announced a ban on battery-powered personal vehicles commonly known as ‘hoverboards’ on all aircraft.
Effective immediately, the ban applies to all small…
Qatar Airways first to fly A350 to US
Qatar Airways recently became the first airline to fly the Airbus A350 to the United States.
The airline was the first global launch carrier of the A350 and is the first to fly the…
A350 aircraft makes US debut with Qatar Airways
Airbus' newest long-haul aircraft, the A350, made its debut in the US this week.
Qatar Airways started deploying the new twin-aisle jet on its daily Doha-New York JFK service on…
Etihad Airways rolls out new business class kits
Etihad Airways recently launched a new range of collectable limited edition business class amenity kits.
These new products are a result of a collaboration between Etihad Airways and…
Etihad Airways inks US$700 m deal with IBM
Etihad Airways has recently partnered with IBM in a 10-year technology services agreement.
The deal is worth approximately US$700 million. This agreement allows the airline to enhance…
Qatar Airways customer experience showcase in London
Qatar Airways recently participated in the Global Aviation Festival along with executives from various airlines and airports globally.
The airline showcased its end-to-end customer…
Etihad Airways and partners boost funds to US$ 700 m
Etihad Airways and its equity partner airlines recently have increased funds raised from their platform financing transaction to US$ 700 million.
This was following a surge in demand…
Etihad Airways supports Australian Arab Film festival
In a bid to enhance its presence in the Australian market, Etihad Airways recently sponsored the 12th Arab Film festival.
The festival opened its 2015 program in Sydney with a…
British Airways celebrates Golf with Justin Rose
Dubai has been favoured by a significant number of Golf enthusiast.
In a recent survey conducted by British Airways, nearly one third (32%) of Bahrain residents stated that their…
Philadelphia gets first Qatar Airways A350 in US
Qatar Airways has announced that Philadelphia will be the first destination it will fly to in the USA using the A350 XWB.
The carrier plans to begin operating an A350 on its daily…
Qatar Airways to add three new US routes
Qatar Airways will embark on a major expansion of its US network next year, with the launch of flights to three new destinations: Los Angeles, Boston and Atlanta.
All three new routes…
Jet Airways adds more connections with Abacus
Jet Airways has signed a new agreement with Abacus International that will enable it to offer more connectivity to the Asian travel trade.
The new multi-year agreement will continue to…
Nepal’s Bishwo Airways buys Russian jets
Nepalese start-up airline, Bishwo Airways has agreed to purchase five Russian-made Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ-100) passenger aircraft.
The order was placed at the recent Aero India…
Qatar Airways voted ‘Business Airline of the Year’
Qatar Airways has been awarded ‘Business Airline of the Year’ for the second consecutive year at the UK Business Travel Awards 2015 held in London this week.
Carrier country manager…
Etihad Airways to offer US pre-clearance
Come 15 January 2015, passengers travelling on Etihad Airways to the United States will be precleared from US Customs and Border Protection at Abu Dhabi Airport.
The first flight to…
Jet Airways secures US$150m loan
Jet Airways has concluded a five-year loan worth US$150 million from the Middle East.
The syndicated loan facility was agreed with Mashreqbank, and subscribed to by banks spread across…
Airbus launches A350 with Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways has become the first airline to receive an Airbus A350 XWB.
The carrier’s CEO Akbar Al Baker was joined by Fabrice Bregier, Airbus’ president and CEO, Tony Wood,…
Etihad Airways expands its US network
Etihad Airways has boosted its US network with the launch of its service to Dallas/Fort Worth. The new route is the airline’s sixth destination in USA. The new route will be serviced…
Etihad Airways takes on Amadeus services
Amadeus will assist Etihad Airways in the deployment of its Amadeus Airline Ancillary Services (AAAS). This new service will enable travel agencies using the Amadeus system to book the…
Etihad Airways focuses on Emiratisation
Etihad Airways recently welcomed the first class of Emirati trainees to its Graduate Finance Development Program. This is a scheme to be launched as part of the airline’s growing UAE…
Bangkok Airways pushes ahead with IPO
Bangkok Airways has confirmed plans to hold an initial public offering (IPO) next month.
The company will list its shares on the Stock Exchange of Thailand following the IPO in…
Amadeus inks deal with Fiji Airways
Amadeus and Fiji Airway have agreed a new contract that ensures travel agencies can search and book the full range of Fiji Airways fares.
Amadeus-connected travel agents now have…
Jazeera Airways opens four exclusive gates at KIA
Jazeera Airways Group inaugurated four new gates at Kuwait International Airport (KIA). The gates are exclusively operated by the airline. The new gates are part of the airline's…
Fiji Airways expands with new Australia and NZ flights
Fiji Airways has embarked on a major increase in capacity across a series of key routes.
The recent arrival of a new ATR72-600 aircraft for regional carrier Fiji Link has freed up…
Qatar Airways launches all business service
Qatar Airways will become the first ever carrier to operate an all-Business Class service from London Heathrow, when the inaugural Business One service from Doha touches down in the British…
Qatar Airways upgrades business class
Qatar Airways has unveiled the new business class seat it plans to offer aboard its fleet of Airbus A330-200 and A320 aircraft.
The upgrade will include the roll-out of new flat-bed…
Qatar Airways promotes USA in India
Qatar Airways in alliance with the US Consulate and Brand USA conducted a multi-city roadshow to promote
USA in India.
The roadshow was organised across six major Indian cities…
Qatar Airways pushes for open skies in India
Qatar Airways is urging the government of India to open up the aviation market and enhance bilateral
agreements between the two countries.
“India is a huge country. It is an…
Kuwait Airways takes on 25 Airbus aircraft
Kuwait Airways in a bid to expand its fleet strategy and global presence has firmed up an order for 25 aircraft from Airbus. The order includes 10 A350-900 and 15 A320neo family…
Qatar Airways to launch all premium business on London route
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of a new daily all premium Business Class service from Doha to London. The new service will be the first of its kind in the Middle East, commencing…
RAK Airways suspend operations
The New Year has turned out turbulent for RAK Airways. The Ras Al Khaimah-based carrier recently announced that it was suspending all operations until further notice. In a statement…
RAK Airways suspends flights
UAE-based airline RAK Airways has suspended all of its flights.
The carrier said increased pressures under the market conditions, increased operating costs and political instability…
Qatar Airways expands US codeshare
Qatar Airways has expanded its codeshare agreement with US Airways.
The new arrangement is designed to enable a greater number of US domestic connections for Qatar Airways passengers…
Jet Airways revises Mumbai-Muscat flight timing
Jet Airways has revised the timings for its flight between Mumbai-Muscat-Mumbai from 2 December 2013 to 1 January
2014.
According to the revised timing, the flight from Mumbai will…
Qatar Airways ties up with Brand USA
Qatar Airways has announced its tie up with Brand USA to promote USA as a preferred destination.
As a part of this alliance, the airline will offer passengers special fares to…
Etihad Airways celebrates Sydney Opera House’s 40th birthday
An Etihad Airways Airbus A340-600 performed a low-altitude aerial salute to Sydney Opera House as part of the venue’s 40th birthday celebrations. The flight EY9240 flew at approximately…
Kuwait Airways could postpone Airbus deal
Kuwait Airways is reportedly considering postponing and order to buy 25 new aircraft from Airbus.
The state-owned carrier plans to focus on leasing rather than purchasing, according…
Etihad Airways expands ‘BusinessConnect’
Etihad Airways has extended BusinessConnect.
The loyalty program for businesses has been expanded to 11 new markets including Bahrain, Belarus, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, the…
Etihad Airways outlines Australian expansion
Etihad Airways outlined a range of major changes to its Australian operations, including new aircraft, new routes, additional flights and new airport facilities. James Hogan, president and…
Jazeera Airways Group secures US$90m aircraft funding
The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK), DVB Bank, and Jazeera Airways Group (JAG) announced a US$90 million commercial facility for funding JAG's aircraft purchases.
This is being done…
Glimpses of Qatar Airways first Airbus A380
Qatar Airways recently released first images of its A380-800 aircraft, ahead of the planned 2014 delivery.
The airline’s first image of the aircraft is in partial livery from the…
Qatar Airways suspends Seychelles flight
Qatar Airways announced the suspension of scheduled flights to and from the Seychelles.
This will be effective 1 September 2013 until further notice due to commercial reasons. The…
Etihad Airways participates in a social cause
Etihad Airways donated proceeds of its charity fun run marathon, held as part of the airline's ten-year anniversary celebrations, to the Abu Dhabi Centre for Autism.
The donation was…
Kenya Airways: Business and Tourism in the forefront
Kenya Airways is very optimistic about the Middle East region. The airline launched its Dubai-Hong Kong route and the recent development is the direct flights to Abu Dhabi.
Jazeera Airways adds new Airbus A320 aircraft
Jazeera Airways Group took delivery of a brand new Airbus A320 aircraft, bringing the total number of its fleet to 13 aircraft.
The new aircraft is scheduled to arrive in Kuwait and…
Jet Airways gets US300 million Etihad loan
It has been reported that Jet Airways has received a US$300 million soft loan from Middle Eastern carrier Etihad to help the Indian airline pay its debts.
The Economic Times has…
Etihad Airways focuses on Absher initiative
Etihad Airways has recruited more than 260 Emirati nationals to its workforce through the Absher initiative.
The initiative was conceived by the President of UAE, His Highness Sheikh…
Qatar Airways eyes enhanced business links with Barcelona
The recent announcement of Qatar Airways being selected the strategic partner of FC Barcelona has resulted in the airline’s Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker and President of Catalonia,…
Tourism Australia, Etihad Airways ink MoU to boost tourism
Tourism Australia and Etihad Airways have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in an effort to augment visitors from the Middle East, UK and Europe to Australia.
As per the new…
BB Airways signs up with Abacus
Abacus International has signed a new partnership with BB Airways, the new international airline based in Nepal.
The agreement is BB Airways' first distribution agreement and will provide…
Etihad Airways keen to expand in Russia
Etihad Airways has been witnessing increased load factors on the Moscow and Abu Dhabi route.
The airline is celebrating four years of service on this route.
James Hogan, president and…
Jet Airways adopts Amadeus Ticket Changer
Jet Airways will implement the Amadeus Ticket Changer solution, allowing travel agencies in India to change and modify flight bookings.
Amadeus Ticket Changer is designed to automatically…
Etihad Airways inaugurates kiosk in Muscat
Etihad Airways has opened a new sales kiosk in the Muscat City Centre for Ramadan. The new sales kiosk is aimed at keeping pace with growing demand for air travel from the region during this…
Jazeera Airways announce US$9.2 million Q2 profit
In a recent development, Jazeera Airways Group announced a net profit of US$9.2 million (KD2.6 million) profit for Q2 of 2012, making the quarter the company's eighth straight quarter of…
Etihad Airways, Aer Lingus ink code-share
Etihad Airways and Aer Lingus have signed a interline and code-share agreement which follows the airline's recent 2.987% equity purchase in the Irish carrier.
In addition to the code-share…
Etihad Airways buys 3.96% stake in Virgin Australia
Etihad Airways announced that it has acquired a 3.96% stake in Virgin Australia Holdings. The stake has been built over recent weeks, through purchases on the open market.
Etihad Airways…
Etihad Airways, Virgin Australia join forces on Kuala Lumpur route
Etihad Airways has leased a Virgin Australia Boeing 777-300ER for use on its route between Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur. The once a week wet lease service reflects the importance of the…
British Airways, JAL to launch joint business venture
British Airways parent company International Airlines Group (IAG) has agreed plans to form a new joint venture with Japan Airlines (JAL).
The new partnership would allow BA and JAL to…
Qatar Airways announces seven new routes, orders 88 Airbus
Qatar Airways has announced seven new route launches for next year including two in Europe. The airline will launch flights to Helsinki and Zagreb from Doha, as well as Perth. It will also…
Qatar Airways’ execJet business eyes Russian opportunities
Qatar Airways' corporate jet division, Qatar Executive, recently participated for the first time in Russia's leading business aviation show held in Moscow.The three-day Jet Expo show was…
Jet Airways to focus on web sales
Jet Airways is pushing web sales to increase its revenue and cut distribution costs. The airline is selling 1,00,000 seats at a discount to drive this strategy. "The second quarter is the…
Tiger Airways performance hit by suspension
Tiger Airways saw a 32% slump in passenger traffic in July 2011, following the grounding of its 10 aircraft in Australia. The low-cost carrier recorded just 358,000 passengers last month,…
Tiger Airways grounds all Australia flights
Tiger Airways has been forced to ground all of its domestic Australia flights until 9 July. The massive disruption comes after an aviation safety watchdog found that the low-cost carrier…
Qatar Airways to display Business Class seats
Qatar Airways will showcase its long-haul Boeing 777 Business Class seats and its interactive in-flight entertainment system at this week's Arabian Travel Market.
The stand will also…
Qatar Airways to showcase business class options at ATM
Qatar Airways will showcase its long-haul Boeing 777 Business Class seats and its interactive in-flight entertainment system at this week's Arabian Travel Market.The stand will also feature…
Qatar Airways retrofits Airbus planes
Qatar Airways has completed the retrofitting of cabins in three of its Airbus A321 and two Airbus A319 aircraft. The five Airbus aircraft now offer seat-back TV touch screens with more…
Qatar Airways launches Brussels flights
Qatar Airways has continued its European expansion drive with the launch of scheduled flights to Brussels. Flight QR941 arrived at Brussels International Airport to a welcome ceremony…
Thomson Airways customers donate
Thomson Airways customers throughout the UK donated just under
Wataniya Airways has launched its new premium cabin, BusinessFirst.
Wataniya Airways has launched its new premium cabin, BusinessFirst.The Kuwaiti premium carrier has introduced the new cabin, which replaces the First Class cabin, on all…
Jet Airways popular with facebook users
Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, has become the country's first, and amongst the top five carriers in Asia, to add over 50,000 fans on…
Qatar Airways looks to expand private jet business with new Bombardier acquisitions
Qatar Airways has announced it has purchased two Bombardier Global 5000 aircraft in a deal worth US$90 million as part of plans to further develop its 12-month old corporate jet…
Jet Airways to resume flights to London and the US
Jet Airways, today announced, that it will resume full flight operations to and from Mumbai and Delhi to London Heathrow following the opening of the airport by the British…
Jet Airways to unveil new menus
Jet Airways is unveiling a new menu on 1 April 2010. The development comes on the back of an F&B overhaul last year by Michelin-starred Belgian chef, Yves Mattagne. Chef Yves…
Amadeus partners Bangkok Airways for new promo
Bangkok, Thailand (Asia Pacific), March 2, 2010 - Amadeus, a leading travel technology partner and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism…
Tiger Airways plans to raise US$196 million in IPO
Tiger Airways announced plans to raise up to SG$273 million (US$196 million) through an initial public offering (IPO). According to a Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation report, the…
Qatar Airways flies into Australia
Monday 7 December 2009, Melbourne, AUSTRALIA - Qatar Airways is celebrating the launch of scheduled services to Australia following the airline's inaugural flight into…
Qatar Airways ramps up Aussie operations
25 Nov 09 (TravMedia.com): Qatar Airways is busy preparing for its scheduled 6 December launch to Melbourne with a number of key initiatives nearing completion.The airline has ramped up its…
Qatar Airways appoints PR Agency in Australia
12 Oct 09 (TravMedia.com): Qatar Airways, the award-winning Five-Star airline, has selected leading independent Australian firm Sefiani Communications Group as its public relations…
Amadeus broaden Bangkok Airways’ reach
Bangkok, Thailand (Asia Pacific), 24 September 2009: Amadeus, a global leader in technology and distribution solutions for the travel and tourism industry, announced…
Qatar Airways participates in US trade show
2 September 2009: San Diego, CALIFORNIA - Award-winning Qatar Airways made its present felt at this year's National Business Travel Association (NBTA) conference, unveiling a…
Qatar Airways wraps up US tour with NYC opening
Qatar Airways concluded of a series of office openings in the US with an official ceremony in New York attended by a host of local dignitaries, celebrities and influential business…
Qatar Airways open office in Houston
Qatar Airways has opened a brand new office in the Houston Pavilions, a newly-constructed multi-million dollar retail, dining and business centre. The official opening comes just…
Qatar Airways strengthens US presence
Qatar Airways has affirmed its commitment tothe US market with the official opening of a new office in Washington, DC, witha festive ceremony attended by locals VIPs and business…
Etihad Airways predicts busy summer at home-base
With the start of the summer period drawing near, Etihad Airways has taken the opportunity to advise its customers of the best ways that they can help the airline ensure that…
Qatar Airways adjusts Bahrain schedule
In a strategic move to offer even better passenger connectivity to destinations worldwide, Qatar Airways has announced adjustments to flight timings on its route between Doha and…
New Airbus A319 for Bangkok Airways
Bangkok Airways has welcomed the 20th addition to its fleet, and its fifth Airbus A319. This dual-class aircraft is divided into 12 Blue Ribbon class (business class) and 108 seats…
Bangkok Airways means Business in Cambodia
Bangkok Airways is launching a Business Class service between Bangkok and Phnom Penh, and increasing its flight frequency from two per day to three from 29 March, the airline has…
Qatar Airways eyes Australia expansion
Qatar Airways is looking to expand in Australia and the Americas as part of a long-term growth plan, Bernama has reported.The airline's Executive Vice President, Ali M. Al…
Qatar Airways eyes Australia expansion
Qatar Airways is looking to expand in Australia and the Americas as part of a long-term growth plan, Bernama has reported.The airline's Executive Vice President, Ali M. Al…
Qatar Airways marks museum opening
Qatar Airways' Chief Executive Officer, Akbar Al Baker, has spoken to around 90 international media during a hosted luncheon in Doha for the opening of the city's Museum of Islamic…
Jazeera Airways signs new Airbus deal
Middle Eastern carrier, Jazeera Airways, has announced that it has signed a deal worth US$70 million in commercial funding with DVB Bank and Natixis Transport Finance, to…
Qatar Airways to add Houston
Qatar Airways has announced plans to start daily flights to Houston in December, the Gulf News has reported. The direct Doha-Houston route will become the Qatari national carrier's 84th…
New MD for Tiger Airways Australia
Tiger Aviation has appointed Shelley Roberts as Managing Director of Tiger Airways Australia. Roberts joins Tiger Airways from her role as Asset Director with Macquarie Airports,…
Busy year ahead for Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways has unveiled its summer 2008 expansion programme with capacity increases to some destinations.Expansion highlights include an extra daily flight to London Heathrow taking…
Bangkok Airways goes with Airbus
Bangkok Airways has sealed a US$700-million deal for six A350-XWBs with Airbus.
Bangkok Post reported that the airline's chief executive and founder Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth confirmed…
Qatar Airways studies use of natural gas
A Letter of Intent was signed at the Dubai Air Show this week to study the benefits benefits of using synthetic jet fuels to power aviation turbine engines. If it takes off, the…
Thai Airways adjusts flight schedule
Dueto the plane crash over the weekend, the company has adjusted the flight routedBangkok - Phuket to operate Bangkok - Krabi v.v. instead, as a specialflight to serve…
Jet Airways takes on the US market
The airline is aggressively marketing its new B777-300-ER aircraft and has spared no expenses in publicizing its services gaining good grounds on the US destined market share. As Jet…
Jet Airways goes daily to US
The first flight flew from Mumbai to New York's Newark Liberty International Airport, with a full passenger load and was greeted on the taxi-way by Newark Liberty fire-trucks which…
Siem Reap, Bangkok Airways on Abacus
"Besides extending their market reach to over15,000 travel agency locations in the region, the easy availability of FT's latest fares on our FareX solution will certainly…
Bangkok Airways, Siem Reap Airways extend Amadeus contract
Amadeus said the solution will ensure the two regional airlines continue to reduce revenue leakage with the solution of for the next five years. Damian Hicky, Vice…
Qatar Airways welcomes cricket giants – Royal Challengers Bangalore
Qatar Airways announce their latest partnership with club cricket giants - the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), becoming the Indian Premier League (IPL) team's Official Front of Jersey…
British Airways adds a touch of sparkle to Its Club World Cabin with New English Wines
British Airways has introduced award-winning English Sparkling wines in its Club World (business class) cabin so customers can enjoy the ‘best of British’ bubbles at 35,000ft.
Qatar Airways daily flights to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to start from Nov 2023
Starting from 1 November 2023, Qatar Airways will operate daily flights to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, signifying a major boost to Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority’s…
India’s Thriving Airline Industry Has The Most Female Pilots In The World
India has the most significant proportion of female commercial airline pilots, accounting for 15 percent of the overall pilot strength, outranking countries like the United States and…
Emirates’ Tim Clark to discuss rapid growth within Middle East aviation at ATM 2023
Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, will participate in an in-depth discussion on the Global Stage of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, which will take place at Dubai World Trade…
Qatar Airways Announces Major Network Expansion
Qatar Airways drew significant attention at the press conference held at ITB Berlin, when Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr Akbar Al Baker, unveiled new destinations and announced…
‘Ask Britain Anything’ launched by British Airways and VisitBritain showcasing modern Britain in 2023
British Airways and VisitBritain have joined forces in a new campaign that gives an insider’s view on modern Britain, with all its vibrancy and warmth, to inspire US visitors to book their…
ITA Airways increases connections from Brazil to Italy
ITA Airways is enhancing its São Paolo – Rome Fiumicino direct flight to meet the expected increase in demand. Starting from August 2023, the Company will add 4 weekly frequencies to its…
Discover Qatar to offer exclusive once-in-a-lifetime tours to view whale sharks this summer
Discover Qatar, the destination management company of Qatar Airways, has announced that the second edition of its ‘Whale Sharks in Qatar’ tours will begin from 18 May, 2023 and run until the…
Canada Jetlines Mulls Partnership with Qatar Airways
by: Harry Johnson |
Qatar is not only a growing and exciting destination, but also home to the world's best airport, Hamad International Airport
Full article: Canada Jetlines Mulls…
Emirates Boss to Discuss Middle East Aviation Growth at ATM 2023
by: Harry Johnson |
Sir Tim will reflect on Emirates’ long-term strategy as it begins to ramp up aircraft deliveries from 2024 while balancing growth
Full article: Emirates Boss to Discuss…
British Airways and American Airlines unveil Bridge Bar
British Airways and American Airlines are further enhancing the newly renovated Terminal 8 at JFK airport with the unveiling of the first of its kind, Bridge Bar.
TUI pilot encourages more women to join the aviation industry
TUI pilot Amy Bannister is calling on women considering joining the aviation industry to give it a go to mark this International Women’s Day, March 8, as TUI launches its Multi-Crew Pilot…
Qatar Airways reveals 7 new destinations, 11 resumptions & 35 frequency increases at ITB Berlin 2023
The airline adds over 655 weekly flights to summer 2023 schedule compared to 2022. Qatar Airways also celebrated its new Formula 1 partnership, and the innovative technological adaption of…
Qatar Airways Reveals New Destinations at ITB Berlin
by: Harry Johnson |
Qatar Airways drew major attention on the opening day of ITB Berlin 2023, the world’s largest international travel and tourism trade show, as the World’s Best Airline’s…
Qatar Airways to Unveil New Destinations At ITB Berlin 2023
by: Harry Johnson |
ITB Berlin, which is a central communication and marketing annual event, showcases a range of travel exhibitors from over 180 countries
Full article: Qatar Airways to…
Travel Counsellors celebrate gold status at five-star Fairmont Winsor
Travel Counsellors (TCs) celebrated sales success with a dinner at the five-star Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel on Sunday.
Fiji Airways Introduces New Pricing Concept “Fly Your Way”
Fiji Airways has introduced a brand-new unbundled price model that will provide travellers with more options and flexibility in economy class.
The fresh concept, dubbed “Fly Your…
Qatar Airways Becomes Formula One’s Global Airline Partner
Qatar Airways has replaced Emirates as Formula One’s new global airline partner, with an agreement in place until 2027.
But what does this mean? The airline will support three Grand…
ANA extends partnership with Amadeus
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is taking a significant step through an extended partnership with Amadeus. he renewed deal will continue to see the Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System (PSS)…
ITA Airways participates for the first time in BIT
ITA Airways attended for the first time the Borsa Internazionale del Turismo (BIT), the International Travel Exhibition taking place through February 14 in Milan.
Qatar Airways’ Paris Premium Lounge re-opens
Qatar Airways re-opened its luxurious Premium Lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), complementing the airline’s triple daily flights, available for Premium passengers and eligible…
British Airways codeshares with Airlink
British Airways has announced a codeshare partnership with Airlink, improving connectivity between the UK, Europe, North America and more than 15 destinations in Southern Africa.
Flights to China from London on British Airways & Virgin Atlantic
by: Juergen T Steinmetz | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have announced they will resume flying to mainland China…
Centara partners with Thai Airways
Centara Hotels & Resorts announces a partnership with Thai Airways to offer passengers exclusive benefits ahead of the grand opening of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, Centara’s first-ever…
Virgin Atlantic And British Airways Resume Flights To China
Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have announced they will resume flying to mainland China.
The devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent flight restrictions on the…
Fly Net Zero: Decarbonizing airline industry
by: Harry Johnson | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
Learning how to safely fly hydrogen-powered aircraft will be the challenge of a generation
Fly Net…
British airways announces resumption of flights to mainland China
After a two-year absence, British Airways has announced it will resume flights between the UK and mainland China. Tickets have gone on sale today for flights to Shanghai from 23 April and…
ITA Airways joins the board of airline representatives in Germany (BARIG)
ITA Airways serves an extensive domestic and international network via its two hubs Rome Fiumicino and Milan Linate.
Top five Amadeus travel trends 2023
The Amadeus 2023 Travel Trends identify five new developments which the company believes will play a part in shaping travel over the coming year.
Qatar Airways signs merchandising deal with ATPCO
ATPCO announced it has signed a multi-year deal with Qatar Airways for its Routehappy merchandising solution.
Qatar Airways to fly triple-daily to Phuket
Qatar Airways, is set to launch additional flights from Thailand, with the introduction of a third flight from the famed holiday island, Phuket, starting from 1 February 2023
Lufthansa Submits An Official Bid For ITA Airways
Lufthansa has formally made an offer to the Italian government to purchase a minority share in ITA Airways. The proposal also comes with a future purchase option for any outstanding…
‘Year of the Rabbit Celebrations’ from Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways celebrates the Lunar New Year with passengers travelling to and from far East Asia by introducing festive products and cuisine inspired by Chinese culture and the Year of the…
Etihad Airways Increases Flights To Europe
Etihad Airways, the official airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced two new routes, flying passengers directly between Abu Dhabi and Copenhagen and Dusseldorf.
The new…
Fly Now Pay Later announces partnership with Eastern Airways
Fly Now Pay Later, the travel industry’s leading BNPL provider that allows customers to spread the cost of their travel expenditures over monthly instalments, has today announced a new…
BAA Training Vietnam and Bamboo Airways launch the first MPL program in Vietnam
BAA Training Vietnam - the leading pilot training center, and Bamboo Airways - the 5 star-oriented full-service carrier, have signed a 3-year cooperation agreement defining BAA Training…
FC Bayern Munich concludes successful return to Doha winter camp with Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FC Bayern Munich, welcomed back the European football giants to Doha for their 2023 Winter Training Camp
Etihad Airways launches global sale
Etihad Airways starts the year with its annual Global Sale offering great deals for travellers looking to explore new destinations and visit friends & family.
Guests can take…
Etihad Airways appoints Arik De as Chief Revenue Officer
Etihad Airways today announced the appointment of Arik De as its Chief Revenue Officer, overseeing a new organisational division focused on revenue.
Since April 2022, De has served as…
British Airways Holidays: Half of Brits fail to take their annual leave
British Airways Holidays new survey reveals 50% of UK working adults do not take their full annual leave allocation.
ITA Airways opens additional frequency to its direct flight schedule from Rome to New Delhi
ITA Airways, the Italian flag carrier has informed that as of December 30th, 2022, ITA Airways has opened the sales of an additional weekly frequency to its direct flight schedule from Rome…
British Airways announces new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence
British Airways has announced a new daily flight from London Heathrow to Florence, Italy, for Summer 2023. Starting on 26 April 2023, the new flight will operate daily from London Heathrow’s…
Thai Airways on track with its rehabilitation plan
The embattled Thai flag carrier has sold at least eight aircraft and other non-core assets since October, as part of Thai Airways‘ rehab plan. Thai Airways International has updated its…
British Airways launches its biggest sale of the year
British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their biggest sale of the year, offering customers huge savings for bookings made before 31 January 2023.
Qatar Airways concludes FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, concluded its FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ journey in style, presenting the medals and individual awards to Argentina after their historic…
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic limit ticket sales to Heathrow
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic will limit ticket sales for flights to London’s Heathrow Airport during planned strikes by border agents over Christmas and New Year’s Eve to reduce…
Virgin Australia Announces New Cairns-Tokyo Flight
Virgin Australia has announced a new international route, with a daily return flight from Cairns to Tokyo (Haneda) beginning on 28 June 2023.
The route is being introduced for the…
Qatar Airways brings football legends together
Qatar Airways honoured some of the best football players to grace the field, as well as previous FIFA World Cup winners at the Qatar Airways House at the Hyatt Regency Oryx Hotel, and in the…
Etihad Airways Brings Back The A380
After weeks of speculation, Etihad Airways announced last Friday that its Airbus A380 jets will return to the skies in 2023.
Etihad grounded all ten of its famous double-decker planes…
Jazeera Airways on a 5-year mark with its India operations
Jazeera Airways, Kuwait's low-cost airline, is operating regionally and internationally on a 5-year mark with its India operations and is anticipating stronger growth for the coming years.
Unlocking NDC’s full potential for the industry
The travel industry has seen steady progress in the adoption of New Distribution Capability (NDC) in the last few years. The recent pandemic drove the need for personalisation and…
Etihad Airways brings back A380 fleet
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has announced it is reintroducing four of its A380s from the summer of 2023. The move follows a surge in demand for air…
Sustainable travel takes center stage during Amadeus hackathon
Sustainability in travel was the focus of Amadeus’ worldwide hackathon, which saw more than 2,500 student registrants. The hackathon offered students an opportunity to code on a cloud native…
Qatar Airways to resume flights to Taif, Saudi Arabia from 3 Jan
Qatar Airways has announced that it will resume services to Taif starting 3 January 2023 with three weekly flights. This is the airlines’ sixth destination in Saudi Arabia.
Fiji Airways Announces New Flights To Tonga And Samoa
Fiji Airways has announced the introduction of services to the popular tourist destinations of Tonga and Samoa, as well as new advantages for tabua club members.
The airline also…
Now fly Belfast International – Southampton with Eastern Airways
Eastern Airways, the UK’s regional airline, announced the launch of a new daily service between Southampton – Belfast International, the first link to Northern Ireland’s busiest airport from…
Qatar Airways Reopens Bangkok Premium Lounge
Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport has reopened.
The facility is located on level 3 of the airport’s Concourse D. It is open to Qatar Airways…
Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4
The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing…
Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences…
Industry Appointments – November 2022
Here are the new Travel & Hospitality industry appointments for November 2022, a big congratulations from everyone at TD, we wish you every success in your new role. If you have moved…
Now fly direct London to Cincinnati with British Airways
British Airways has announced a new direct route from London Heathrow to the Cincinnati region, starting from Summer 2023. Cincinnati will become the 27th US destination served directly from…
Eastern Airways adds Humberside – Esbjerg flights
Eastern Airways, the UK’s regional airline and based at Humberside Airport, announced the launch of a new route to Esbjerg, Denmark’s fifth largest City plus doubling the number of Newquay…
Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2022
Yas Marina is the true heart of all the off-track action during Race Week 2022. Backed with a legacy of over a decade, Destination Race Week has it all; from the superyachts docked at the…
Now fly East Midlands – Newquay Cornwall with Eastern Airways
Eastern Airways, the UK’s regional airline, announced the launch of a new daily service from East Midlands Airport to Newquay-Cornwall, the UK staycation destination of choice.
Qatar Airways flies Qatar National Football Team and 140 FIFA Legends to the FIFA World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways and FIFA are giving match ticket holders the chance to play in the FIFA Fan Tournament with FIFA Legends in Al Bidda Park at the FIFA Fan Festival.
Centara offers travel privileges with exclusive Go First partnership
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s hotel operator, is partnering with Go First, India's ultra-low-cost airline, to offer passengers huge savings on stays in Thailand, Oman and the…
Continued recovery of the industry sustains
Following the October half-term holidays, statistics from Cirium show how flights have recovered compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Qatar Airways expands codeshare with JetBlue
Qatar Airways has expanded its codeshare agreement with JetBlue, offering JetBlue passengers to travel options between the US and 11 new destinations, in eight different countries across…
Qatar Airways sponsors Qatar Creates
Qatar Airways announces its continued support of Qatar Creates October Edition, which brings together eminent creatives and pioneers from the global art world to Doha for a week of fashion,…
Give a ‘Gift of a Lifetime’ from Qatar Airways
Celebrate this upcoming holiday season by giving your family and friends the gift of a lifetime with FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 complete travel packages exclusively from Qatar Airways
Centara partners with Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Centara Hotels & Resorts, announces a partnership with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, a frequent flyer programme from Qatar’s state-owned flag carrier.
Thai Airways Doubles Melbourne-Bangkok Flights
Thai Airways is capitalising on the increase in international travel and Australia’s upcoming summer holiday season by increasing the frequency of its flights between Melbourne and…
London Gatwick announces 51 flights a week to USA
The increased transatlantic schedule – as JetBlue adds a second daily flight to New York from 31 October – comes in time for the peak booking period ahead of the Thanksgiving and Christmas…
Japan Is Now Fully Open To Australian Tourists
Last Tuesday, Japan eased its previously rigid COVID restrictions, allowing international travellers to enter the country without a visa for the first time since the pandemic’s…
Travel Demand Helps Mitigate The Weakening Aussie Dollar
According to Qantas CFO Vanessa Hudson, rising demand for international travel is helping to mitigate the effects of the declining Australian dollar on the company’s operations.…
Qatar Airways supports ‘The Street Child World Cup Doha 2022’
Youth-led football teams from across the globe, representing some of the world's most vulnerable children, flew with Qatar Airways to participate in a sporting tournament with a call for…
Qatar Airways Privilege Club partners with Visa
Qatar Airways Privilege Club has signed a global strategic agreement with Visa as part of a new 10-year exclusive partnership.
Qatar Airways to hire 10,000 employees for World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways is looking to hire at least 10,000 staff as part of World Cup 2022 preparations. The hiring is to ensure Qatar Airways is prepared to handle the inflow of passengers for the…
Etihad Airways launches inaugural flight linking Abu Dhabi & Guangzhou
Etihad Airways has launched its first-ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Guangzhou. The inaugural flight, EY868, departed Abu Dhabi on 10th October.
Lot Polish Airlines signs agreement with JetBlue Airways
Star Alliance member LOT Polish Airlines has signed an interline agreement with US carrier JetBlue Airways.
Is Airbus’ Flagship Airliner The A350 Worthy To Replace The A380?
Back in 2019, at their annual conference, Airbus officials announced that the A350 would replace the A380 as the company’s premier passenger plane due to financial factors.
The A380…
British Airways partners with British Red Cross
British Airways has announced a three-year partnership with the British Red Cross as part of its BA Better World Community Fund programme, supporting communities across the UK in times of…
British Airways is reviewing its uniform policy
British Airways is reviewing its uniform policy after Virgin Atlantic said it no longer required staff to wear ‘gendered uniform options’.
Qatar Airways And British Airways Form The Largest Airline Joint Venture
Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the next phase of their partnership development, providing worldwide access to more countries than any other airline joint venture.…
British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion
Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint…
Industry Appointments – September 2022
Here are the new Travel & Hospitality industry appointments for September 2022, a big congratulations from everyone at TD, we wish you every success in your new role. If you have moved…
ITA Airways partners with FIGC
ITA Airways launched the agreement with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) during a press conference held at the FIGC Federal Technical Centre in Coverciano.
Qatar Airways wins Skytrax award
As the airline proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2022, Qatar Airways has been named “Airline of the Year” by the international air transport rating organization, Skytrax, for an…
Jazeera Airways to fly to Thiruvananthapuram and Bengaluru
Jazeera Airways has launched two new routes to the cities of Thiruvananthapuram (formerly known as Trivandrum) and Bengaluru (formerly known as Bangalore) in India.
Qatar Airways to host IATA, WFS from 19-22 Sept
Qatar Airways will host the IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) from19-22 September 2022.
Qatar Airways unveils a new frequent flyer lounge
Qatar Airways enhances its passenger experience at London Heathrow Terminal 4, and unveils a new Frequent Flyer Lounge, the first of its kind outside of its home, exclusively for Privilege…
Cheapest airlines to upgrade to business and first class with
The airline with the biggest price difference between economy and first class is Etihad Airways with a 1,019% increase
Cheapest airlines to upgrade to business and first class with
Saudia Arabia’s new airline RIA to poach Etihad Airways chief?
Saudia Arabia’s new global airlines RIA is looking to poach the serving chief executive of Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways, Tony Douglas.
Qatar Airways makes way for ‘Super Wi-Fi’ with Inmarsat
Inmarsat has been selected as the inflight connectivity (IFC) provider for Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 and 737-10 fleet.
Jazeera Airways selects RateGain for AirGain tech
Jazeera Airlines has selected RateGain's AirGain product to dynamically adjust prices with real-time, accurate, and high-quality airfare data.
Kuwait Airways to operate 13 daily flights for FIFA World Cup
Kuwait Airways CEO Maen Razouqi said that the carrier’s holidays offices and the call centre would offer packages – that would include flights and tickets to the World Cup matches, starting…
Qatar Airways partners with United Rugby Championship and European Professional Club Rugby
With inclusion of South African Teams airline will partner with United Rugby Championship and European Professional Club Rugby competitions
Qatar Airways partners with United Rugby…
Qatar Airways kicks-off FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Campaign
With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 kicking off in less than three months, Qatar Airways, FIFA's Official Airline Partner, is celebrating the universal language of football by connecting…
US airlines take top spots in passenger rankings: Cirium
Major US carriers made a clean sweep of the top four places as aviation analytics firm Cirium revealed its 2021 World Airline Passenger Rankings.
Save with September sale on British Airways
British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their September sale, with reductions made across a range of flights and holidays all the way into the summer of 2023.
Qatar Airways light-up the Parc des Princes
In celebration of the airline’s new role as Official Jersey Partner, Qatar Airways hosted the Paris Saint-Germain game vs AS Monaco at the iconic Parisian stadium with multiple celebrations…
Mooting for direct flights to US, UK, Canada from Punjab
Bhagwant Mann, the Chief Minister of Punjab said that his state government is in talks with major airline companies, to start direct international flights connecting Amritsar and Mohali to…
Etihad Airways Adopts A Mangrove Tree For Every Economy Space Passenger
As part of its attempts to achieve carbon-neutral flying, Etihad Airways has pledged to plant a mangrove tree for every passenger who books an Economy Space seat on the airline.…
Finnair and Qatar Airways to launch daily services from Nordic to Doha
Finnair and oneworld partner Qatar Airways have agreed to establish a long-term strategic cooperation between Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen and Doha
British Airways Cuts 10,000 Flights From & To Heathrow
British Airways has announced yet another wave of cancellations, this time cancelling 10,000 flights to and from Heathrow until the end of March next year to react to the ongoing…
Fiji Airways To Launch Service To Vancouver
Fiji Airways will add Canada to its list of destinations in November, bolstering its North American offering.
How innovative hotels are using NFTs to attract international travelers
Tourism is on the rise. As more and more people get back to traveling, some regions are already seeing travel spending reaching pre-pandemic levels. The US is even poised to grow beyond that…
Teeing it off at Mauritius! The bucket list of your golf destination is here
Now that Mauritius is fully for tourists, it is time fly or sail to this beautiful island nation and indulge in its scenic beauty, adventure, and of course – Golf
Qatar Airways has 100 days to go to FIFA World Cup Qatar, launches ‘The Journey Tour’ in Europe
Kicking off in London on 13 August, Qatar Airways will host ‘The Journey Tour,’ which will feature several interactive experiences for fans
British Airways Halts Short-Haul Sales
Due to high demand and staff shortages, British Airways has temporarily halted sales of short-haul flights out of London Heathrow Airport in response to the airport’s request to reduce…
Airbus Cancels Remaining Qatar’s A350 Order
Airbus cancelled the entire outstanding order for A350 passenger aircraft from Qatar Airways.
Hans Airways arrives
A new British airline is about to enter the market called Hans Airways with the arrival of its first aircraft.
The Airbus A330-200 touched down from Palma Airport (Mallorca) to…
Boeing To Open A Sustainability Research Centre In Japan
Boeing will fortify its relationship with Japan by establishing a new Boeing Research and Technology (BR&T) centre. The facility will emphasise sustainability and complement a…
Etihad Airways Makes A Record-Breaking First-Half Profit
Etihad Airways published its financial and operational results for the first half of 2022, including a record-breaking core operating profit of US$ 296 million (H1 2021: loss of US$ 392…
Jet Airways to restart commercial operations from September
The ailing airline started the process for hiring pilots for Airbus’ A320 aircraft as well as Boeing’s 737NG and 737Max planes
As demand soars, Qatar Airways ramps up all-in-one FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 packages
As Qatar takes centre stage to host the FIFA World Cup, its national carrier has ramped up all-inclusive FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 travel packages for fans to secure their place in world…
What’s new at Hamad International Airport? Qatar Airways’ three swanky new lounges
The brand new facilities will offer new spaces where passengers can rest, unwind and enjoy some of Qatar Airways’ renowned amenity products
Abu Dhabi Airport to serve 2.8 million passengers in July and August
As many as 2.8 million passengers are expected to use AUH during July and August, of which 414,000 will travel between July 7 and 15 for the Eid holidays, Abu Dhabi Airports said
Flights to Melbourne: Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad, Turkish Airlines?
Airlines are jealous. The love for Melbourne. Qatar Airways competing with Emirates, Etihad and Turkish Airlines - gloves are off.
Flights to Melbourne: Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad,…
Etihad Airways launches first NFT collection ‘EY-ZERO1’
A total of 2003 limited-edition collectibles, symbolising the year when Etihad Airways was established, will go on sale on July 21
Etihad’s ‘Sustainable 50’ debut flight lands in New York
UAE national carrier Etihad Airways celebrated the launch of its new 'Sustainable 50' Airbus A350-1000 service to the US
Hello globetrotting tots! British Airways teams up with Trunki for its young flyers
The suitcase has been named Amelia the Aeroplane, inspired by Amelia Earhart, the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean and a pioneer for aviation
Singapore Air ranks as best airline for flying Business Class
According to a TradingPlatforms.com market analysis, Singapore Air offers the best Business Class experience globally. The site bases its conclusions on a study that compared offerings…
Qatar Airways concludes its hosting of IATA AGM
Qatar Airways successfully concluded hosting the 78th International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting, held under the Patronage of His Highness The Amir, Sheikh Tamim…
Etihad Airways returns to London Heathrow Terminal 4
Etihad is returning to Terminal 4 following a temporary home at Terminals 2 & 3 during the pandemic
Qatar Airways logs in record profit of $1.54 billion in 25-year history
This profit is not only a record for Qatar Airways Group, but also a record among all other airlines that have published financial results for this financial year worldwide
Qatar Airways Group reported highest profit in its history
According to the 2021/21 annual report, published by Qatar Airways Group, the company recorded its strongest financial performance during that period, 200 percent above its highest annual…
Qatar Airways to host 78th IATA and World Airport Transport Summit
Taking place in Doha 19-21 June 2022, it will welcome the aviation industry’s leaders to reflect on the shifting political, economic and technological realities facing air travel as the…
New Hans Airways is getting ready for long-haul flights to India
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Hans Airways, the UK’s newest long-haul airline, is pleased to have attracted a highly-experienced and diverse group of Cabin Crew as its front-of-house ambassadors looking…
Qatar Airways partners with other carriers for FIFA World Cup flights
As part of the commitment to make the first ever FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 hosted in the Middle East and Arab world an all-inclusive gala event, Qatar Airways has tied up with flydubai,…
Fiji Airways offers new digital booking experience to travellers
Fiji Airways has strengthened its partnership with Amadeus to transform the digital booking experience for travelers.
Leisure travel is back for Qatar Airways passengers
Leisure travel is back for Qatar Airways passengers -
Qatar Airways is providing incredible travel options during Summer 2022 with flights operating daily from the World’s Best Airport,…
Tourism Australia unveils virtual travel fair
Tourism Australia has launched a Virtual Travel Fair, Discover a Great Deal More, that provides Indian travellers with the opportunity to explore attractive deals on holidays to Australia
World’s first MetaHuman cabin crew is here! Qatar Airways steps into metaverse with ‘QVerse’ virtual reality
Qatar Airways has entered the metaverse by launching QVerse, a novel virtual reality (VR) experience for visitors to the airline’s website
Qatar Airways and IndiGo reactivate strategic cooperation
Qatar Airways and IndiGo have announced the reactivation of strategic cooperation following the lifting of the suspension on international scheduled flights by the Indian government
THAI and key travel agencies from Japan, South Korea and Australia to promote Thailand tourism
Thai Airways recently organised a networking conference under the theme “THAI Networking: Discover Brand New Sky” attended by key local and overseas travel agencies from Japan, South Korea…
Qatar Airways launches ‘Let’s Fly’ campaign to inspire post-pandemic travel
Qatar Airways has launched its ‘Let’s Fly’ campaign to encourage travellers to take to the skies in search of new experiences and memories
Jet Airways to return with no-frills hybrid models
The Kalrock-Jalan consortium, the winning bidder for bankrupt Jet Airways, is also planning two-class facilities for flyers.
Qatar Airways Group to recruit a significant number of staff across the Philippines with recruitment roadshows starting 18 April 2022
Qatar Airways Group aims to welcome a significant number of new employees from the Philippines to support its global operations over the coming months.
VFS Global predicts spike in Thailand eVisa on Arrival demand ahead of Thai Airways resuming flights
Starting of Thailand eVOA services through VFS Global is expected to offer great convenience to customers travelling to Thailand
Bamboo Airways unveils new Vietnam connection
The first flight of Bamboo Airways has taken off from London Heathrow this week
Is The COVID-19 Pandemic Over For The Airline Industry?
Has the COVID-19 pandemic ended? It’s as if Covid has vanished from the face of the earth due to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Do You Think Australians Should Cancel Their Europe Trips?
Australia has modified its travel advice for eastern Europe, although most European countries now accept fully vaccinated Australians.
Malaysia Airlines Signs Codeshare Agreement With Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines have signed an agreement designed to further facilitate strategic cooperation.
Russia-Europe Airspace Closure Spares Asian Carriers
The closure of Russian airspace to several European airlines has spared Asian carriers, which have recovered from the pandemic more slowly than competitors elsewhere in the world.
Demand surges as Western Australia reopens borders
Western Australia has welcomed back its first international visitors with a string quartet and vouchers for tours and experiences in Perth purchased by Tourism Western Australia.
Emirates President Threatens To Cancel Airbus & Boeing Orders
Given the Dubai-based airline’s aircraft on order, Emirates President Tim Clark is dissatisfied with both Airbus and Boeing.
Airbus Aims 720 Deliveries In 2022 Despite Pandemic Challenges
In 2022, Airbus intends to deliver 720 commercial planes, up from the 611 planes it delivered in 2021.
Delta Cuts Ties With Russian Airline Aeroflot
Delta Airlines will no longer partner with Russian Aeroflot and has discontinued all codeshare and frequent flyer relationships due to the United States’ economic sanctions against the…
British Airways to restart Sydney-London services
Next month, British Airways will fly passengers between Sydney and London for the first time since April 2020.
ANA to offer healthy and sustainably-sourced inflight meals
All Nippon Airways (ANA) will begin offering expanded inflight meal options on select international routes, featuring healthier dishes and ingredients with less environmental impact.
Qatar Airways to increase frequency from Dublin to 10 weekly flights
Qatar Airways will increase frequency from Dublin Airport to ten flights per week to accommodate rising demand for international travel, from March of this year.
Airbus A380 To Be Converted Into A Luxury Hotel
Frédéric Deleuze, a former Airbus engineer, intends to transform an Airbus A380 aircraft originally planned for dismantling into a luxury hotel. The hotel will be placed in the airport’s…
American Airlines and British Airways to unveil joint operations at JFK’s Terminal 8
American Airlines and British Airways announced more details regarding plans to co-locate operations at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 8 beginning December 1, 2022
Qatar Airways And Boeing Sign Deal For 777-8 freighter and 737Max
Qatar Airways has committed to order up to 50 Boeing 777-8 cargo planes, including 34 firm orders and options for 16 more aircraft, for a total purchase price of more than $20 billion at…
MSC And Lufthansa Offer To Buy ITA Airways
ITA Airways, the successor to Alitalia as Italy’s national carrier, has stated that MSC, a Swiss-Italian shipping corporation, and Lufthansa, have shown an interest in purchasing a…
How is Qatar Airways celebrating Lunar New Year
Qatar Airways has marked the Lunar New Year with a special curated selection of festive treats and decorations onboard and in lounges, and traditional ‘hóngbāo’ red envelopes for passengers…
Thousands Of Western Australians Stranded Abroad
After the state announced that it would delay reopening international and domestic borders, airlines say that tens of thousands of people have been blocked out of Western Australia…
Qantas Suspend Flights Between Honolulu And Sydney
Qantas will suspend all flights to Honolulu for the next two months while it adjusts its schedule and decreases capacity — the number of seats in the air – “to better match travel demand in…
Bangkok Airways launches sealed sandbox flights from 1 Feb
Bangkok Airways will operate two special sealed-route flights daily from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Phuket, starting 1 February to support the Phuket Sandbox
What Was All The Fuss About Airlines And 5G In The U.S
The latest hurdle in a dispute over concerns that 5G mobile phone service could interfere with aeroplane equipment prompted major international airlines to cancel flights to the United…
How Qatar Airways is celebrating its 25th year with new offerings
Qatar Airways celebrates its 25th anniversary by launching a global sales campaign for passengers in Thailand, offering great savings of up to 25% on flight tickets
Etihad Airways kicks off 2022 with new offerings
Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways has launched a global sale with exclusive offers for travellers looking to explore new destinations or visit friends and family overseas in 2022
Cathay Pacific Has Cut Flights To Australia
Since operating and travel limitations continue to affect Cathay Pacific’s scheduling, the airline has decided to terminate nearly all flights between Australia and Hong Kong effective…
Death of the inbound tourism industry worth GBP28.4b to the UK
After 20 months without income or the Government support promised, the new Test and Isolation restrictions has proved the final nail in the coffin for many companies in the GBP28.4billion…
Tennis superstar Emma Raducanu becomes global brand ambassador of British Airways
British Airways has named tennis superstar, Emma Raducanu, as its latest global brand ambassador
Qatar Airways Continues Strong Network Expansion
Qatar Airways celebrated the return of nonstop flights between Doha and Sofia, which will began on December 16, 2021.
THAI unveils charter flight offerings from Busan
Thai Airways International will fly a charter series on the Busan – Bangkok route to ferry Korean tourists to Thailand from January to March 2022.
The airline’s chief commercial…
ANA reveals new First and Business Class seats
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has today announced brand new luxury cabin designs, in its ‘East Meets West’ collaboration between Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and British design firm Acumen…
Etihad Airways launches Green Loyalty Programme
Ten days after Qantas launched the world first green flyers initiative, Etihad Guest has launched a series of sustainability-focused initiatives to reward members for making “green”…
The A350 defects reports is not limited to Qatar Airways
There have been continuous conflicts between Qatar Airways and the manufacturer of its A350 aircraft, Airbus, regarding cosmetic faults, but the problem is not unique to Qatar Airways.
Qatar Airways to launch flights to Tashkent from 17 January 2022
Qatar Airways will add Tashkent, Uzbekistan to its global network with twice weekly flights
Virgin Australia Partners With Link To Re-start Sydney-Canberra
Virgin partnered with Link Airways to restart regular flights between Sydney and Canberra, which were suspended at the start of the pandemic.
Fiji Welcomes Fully Vaccinated Australians
Concerns about the Omicron strain and additional coronavirus restrictions have indeed been raised not only in Australia but all throughout the world.
Etihad could scrap Airbus, Boeing aircraft orders
Etihad Airways’ chief executive indicated on Wednesday that the carrier might cancel billions of dollars in aircraft orders with Airbus and Boeing, saying the airline has some time before…
Qatar Airways welcomes new-gen first Boeing 777-9 aircraft to Doha
Qatar Airways showcased its role as a global launch customer for the latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft after welcoming the ultra-modern, fuel efficient jet to Doha International…
Virgin Australia to add seven aircraft to meet growing demand
Virgin Australia said on Thursday that it would add seven additional Boeing Co 737 NG aircraft to its fleet, practically returning it to pre-pandemic levels, to achieve a one-third share of…
The new Etihad’s business class suites
Etihad Airways flew one of its Airbus A350-1000s to the Dubai Airshow to showcase the carrier’s new business class product.
Qatar Airways launches rediscover Europe promotion from $1409 return
For the first time since the reopening of Australia’s international border, Qatar Airways will be offering special tickets and discounts for travel between February 1 and October 31 in 2022,…
British Airways will resume Sydney flights in March 2022
According to Executive Traveller, the British Airways website will once again show availability on flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Sydney (SYD) with a refuelling stop in Singapore…
Thailand finally opens to vaccinated Australians from November
After announcing the country's re-opening to a list of countries that did not include Australia one week ago, Thailand's government has just altered that list to include Australians.
Aer Lingus’ first non-stop transatlantic flight from Manchester to Barbados takes off
Aer Lingus’ first transatlantic service from the UK took to the skies with the departure of the airline’s first ever non-stop direct flight from Manchester to Barbados
Qatar Airways looks at discontinuing Canberra
Qatar Airways is looking to discontinue the Canberra leg of its Doha-Sydney route, claiming it is "uneconomical" for the airline.
The Airbus A380 makes a vibrant return
Without question, one of the businesses most hit by the pandemic has been the airline industry.
Is Australia a big enough market to support another airline?
Bonza promises to be the independent low-cost airline that many Australian consumers have wished for. Still, some are sceptical that the market can support another operator.
Etihad raises USD1.2 billion in first sustainability-linked ESG loan in global aviation
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has raised USD 1.2 billion in the first sustainability-linked loan (SLL) tied to environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets in global…
Ladies and gentlemen, British Airways says no more
After becoming the latest airline to remove the term "ladies and gentlemen" from all onboard announcements, British Airways has been accused of trying to appease the woke brigade.
British Airways’ no nut policy makes travellers NUTS
A recent British Airways flight's suggestion that passengers abstain from consuming peanut or nut snacks was met with outrage from passengers.
Trips to visit friends and family to rise by 10M by 2024 as US relaxes UK travel restrictions
The announcement that US travel restrictions for vaccinated UK residents will be relaxed from early November will be met positively by people keen to reunite with family and friends
Qatar Airways loses $4.1bn amid COVID-19 pandemic
Qatar Airways stated on Monday that it lost more than $4 billion in revenue last year as a result of lockdowns induced by the coronavirus outbreak.
The White House presses airlines to vaccinate employees
At a time when the Biden administration is ramping up pressure on major U.S. airlines to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue are joining United Airlines in demanding…
Virgin Australia resumes flights to Fiji
There will be daily flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to Fiji's Nadi Airport in late December, with Virgin Australia joining the list of airlines planning to restart foreign…
British Airways operates first carbon neutral flight
For the first time, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) was used on a British Airways passenger flight.
Airline sector relieved over lifting of US travel ban
There was a sigh of relief from the worldwide aviation industry, which had been given a crippling blow by the pandemic when the United States decided to withdraw its ban on arriving visitors…
Qatar Airways to launch new Recaro seats for long haul economy
Qatar Airways has already ordered Recaro's revolutionary long-haul Economy Class seat, which will be the first to use it.
Samui Plus witnesses over 11K room nights booked until December
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced since the launch of the Samui Plus programme, number of arrivals to Samui totalled 786, resulting in 9,823 room nights
Grounded, no more! Jet Airways is back, to resume operations in early 2022
Jet Airways is set to resume domestic flight operations in the first quarter of 2022 with New Delhi-Mumbai flight
Qatar Airways launches sale from $1,399 to London and more
Award-winning Qatar Airways has taken the lead to launch a six-day sale leading up the potential re-opening of the international borders in December.
British Airways welcomes home final Paralympicsgb athletes
British Airways has welcomed home the final athletes from ParalympicsGB after their triumph at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic games
British Airways plan to launch of low-cost subsidiarity
British Airways is planning to launch a new low-cost airline for Europe, allowing it to compete with the continent's two leading budget carriers.
Mauritius eases travel protocol for vaccinated travellers from 1 September
With the successful vaccination rollout in Mauritius, travel protocols for vaccinated travellers are being further relaxed
Bangkok Airways reopens Samui-Phuket route today
Bangkok Airways has resumed direct services between Samui and Phuket starting 25 August to support travel between the Phuket Sandbox and Samui Plus Mode recovery projects
Jetstar brings back transit with Air France, KLM and British Airways at Changi Airport
Jetstar Asia has welcomed back Air France, KLM and British Airways to its international carrier partnerships
Here’s how you can visit Mauritius as it looks forward to full reopening of borders in October 2021
Mauritius is looking forward to the full reopening of its borders on 1 October, when vaccinated international travellers will be welcomed in without restrictions
Keep calm and play on! British Airways carries final team GB athletes home
Over the last two weeks British Airways was proudly flying Team GB home from the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, with the final flight carrying Olympians due that landed on 9 August
‘Phuket Sandbox’ welcomes 14K arrivals, USD25m revenue
In the first month of the ‘Phuket Sandbox’ programme since its launch on 1 July, over 14,000 foreign tourists have visited Phuket, and generated THB829 million (USD25 million) revenue,…
Boeing releases maiden Sustainability Report
Boeing released its first Sustainability Report to share its vision for the future of sustainable aerospace, establish broad sustainability goals and highlight environmental, social and…
Funding shortfall for would be newest Australian airline “Brad”
Would-be Australian airline “Brad” is struggling to gain traction.
British Airways offers a new fast bag-drop before check-in
British Airways has teamed up with AirPortr to create new convenient fast bag drop areas before heading to the departure’s concourse at British Airways’ London flagship Terminal 5 at…
Lockdowns are once Again Posing a threat to Australia’s Airlines
Greater Sydney's lockdown has been extended until at least the 28 of August, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has confirmed.
Bangkok Airways to resume first international flight on Samui – Singapore route from 1 Aug
Starting from 1 August 2021, Bangkok Airways will resume its first international service between Samui and Singapore to support Thailand's re-opening project and the Samui Plus Model project
British Airways facing crew shortage due to rising infection rate
British Airways is facing a cabin crew shortage as the airline adds more flights to reopened holiday destinations just as increasing numbers of crew are being ordered to self-isolate.
Malaysia Airlines retiring Airbus 380 fleet and looking for buyer
The pandemic has caused the acceleration of Airbus A380 retirements. Air France, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, and Thai Airways have retired (or plan to retire) their A380 fleets, while Qatar…
IATA chief Willie Walsh talks about airline industry’s prospects
As COVID-19 grounded international travel, commercial airlines knew they would have a turbulent time ahead, and as restrictions continue, the situation is still up in the air.
Qatar Airways joins IATA’s turbulence aware platform
Qatar Airways and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Qatar Airways will become the first airline in the Middle East to join the IATA Turbulence Aware platform.…
Australia’s vaccine passport could be on phones by December
Covid-19 vaccines could be administered at your local Bunnings under a suggestion raised at talks between the federal government and business leaders.
Qatar Airways trials vaccine verification via IATA Travel Pass
Qatar Airways is the first airline to begin trialling Covid-19 vaccine authentication through the IATA Travel Pass mobile app, as the airline seeks to provide a more contactless, secure and…
US airline reclaims title as world’s largest airline
American Airlines has taken the pandemic as an opportunity to re-emerge as the world's largest airline, a title it has traded back and forth with competitors during the last few years as…
Eastern Airways relaunches Gibraltar flights
Eastern Airways has launched its new service to the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar which marks the operator’s return to Birmingham Airport as well as the popular route
British Airways may has the key to unlock the travel world
Once international travel resumes, mandatory Covid-19 testing will be required to enter some countries even if you have been vaccinated.
Creditors of Thai Airways approve reorganization plan
Thai Airways creditors give the airline one more chance to re-organise its business and return to profitability.
Qantas announces USD1.5 billion loss
In a trading update on Thursday morning, Qantas revealed that it was preparing to see an annual loss of more than AUD2 billion (USD1.5 billion) in the 2021 financial year, following its…
British Airways trials ‘world first’ 25 second Covid-19 test
British Airways is the first airline in the world to conduct a trial with medical tech company Canary Global, to assess how its test, which displays a result within 25 seconds, can play a…
South Africa national airline SAA exits business rescue
Loss-making South African Airways (SAA), one of the continent’s largest airlines, was placed under a state-approved rescue plan in December 2019 in an effort to save it from collapse
Etihad Airways ‘no plans’ to restrict travel vaccinated pax
Etihad Airways has no plans to restrict travel to only those who have been fully vaccinated against coronavirus.
Virgin Australia reveals the 2020 appalling result
Virgin Australia lost AUD3.1 billion last year and remains saddled with AUD1.2 billion of debt it carried into administration, according to filings with the corporate regulator.
Malaysia Airlines retires the Airbus A380 fleet in coming months
Malaysia Airlines has become the latest in a string of airlines to ditch the Airbus A380.
The good samaritan! Qatar Airways ships essential medical supplies to India free of cost
Qatar Airways is supporting international efforts to tackle the second COVID-19 surge in India by shipping medical aid and equipment to the country free of charge from global suppliers
Qatar Airways’ incredible growth in four years
Rising above the myriad of challenges, Qatar Airways’ growth has been massive. The airline’s last four years are highlighted with improved products, more routes, and unparalleled overall…
Qantas remains confident its fleet of Airbus A380’s will return
Whilst airline chiefs across the world are saying that there is no future for the A380 to return into service, Qantas feels confident that the superjumbo will return.
Qatar unveils ambitious refurbishment project of historic dhow boats
Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has begun a large-scale project to refurbish a fleet of over 40 traditional dhow boats, as it continues to improve amenities and activities for…
5 things to do in South Australia when borders reopen
There are a lot of things to do in South Australia that travellers can look forward to once the country’s borders reopen.
Qatar Airways unveils ferry transfer service from Shenzhen Shekou to Hong Kong Airport
Qatar Airways announced the sea-to-air ferry transfer service from Shenzhen Shekou Port to the SkyPier in the airside of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)
Qatar Airways welcomes first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight
Qatar Airways has operated what it claims is the first fully Covid-19 vaccinated flight.
Etihad Airways’ new safety video showcases iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled a new safety video, filmed on location at Louvre Abu Dhabi, to give passengers across the globe, a glimpse of…
Airbus A380 struggles as the pandemic continues to hit aviation
Following news this week that Etihad was the next carrier to ground its Airbus A380 fleet, new data from Cirium has revealed the dire straights the aircraft finds itself in.
Qatar Airways becomes first airline in ME to trial IATA Travel Pass
Qatar Airways has become the first airline in the Middle East to begin trials of the innovative new IATA Travel Pass ‘Digital Passport’ mobile app
Why passengers can rely on Qatar Airways for a safe journey
Here is a story of an airline that embraced the change and immediately adapted to the “new normal” while keeping the mission of “connecting families” at its core.
Qatar Airways increases seats to Seychelles ahead of reopening
Qatar Airways is increasing seat capacity into the Seychelles this summer as the tourist hot spot opens up to the world again
Defunct Jet Airways to be relaunched in 4-6 months’ time
The consortium, which won the bid to acquire India-based Jet Airways, expects to restart operations of the defunct airline in four to six months
In spirit of the game! Qatar Airways becomes official airline for UEFA Euro 2020
Qatar Airways will join The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) as partner of the UEFA Euro 2020, with the national carrier of Qatar set to be the official airline of the…
Qatar Airways is first global airline to offer fliers 100% touch-free ‘zero-touch’ in-flight entertainment technology
Qatar Airways has announced it will soon become the first global airline to offer passengers 100 percent Zero-Touch technology for its award-winning Oryx One in-flight entertainment system…
Cathay Pacific to axe flights to Australia except for Sydney
Cathay Pacific Airways has announced they will be axing all flights to Australia, except routes servicing Sydney, following Hong Kong’s plan to introduce tough new quarantine rules on…
Thai Airways to retire A330’s, A380s, and 747s
Thai Airways will retire all its Airbus A380s and A330s, as well as its iconic B747s.
Etihad Airways vaccinates frontline staff against Covid-19
Etihad Airways has claimed to be the first airline in the world to have vaccinated all operating pilots and cabin crew against Covid-19.
ANA tests driverless bus in Haneda
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is holding a series of tests for a prototype driverless bus at Tokyo Haneda Airport.
5 incredible ways how Qatar Airways weather the COVID-19 pandemic
Qatar Airways COVID-19 protocols serve to increase travellers’ confidence to restart travel and Qatar Airways is ready to welcome you on board!
Qatar Airways: Full year of flexibility in 2021
Qatar Airways has announced that it will offer passengers unlimited date changes and fee-free refunds for all tickets issued before 30 April 2021 for travel completed by 31 December 2021.
Qatar Airways surprises and delights passengers this Holiday Season
Qatar Airways is delighted to welcome this festive season by creating special moments that will surprise and delight our passengers both on board and on the ground.
Boost in Air Connectivity as British Airways flies to Tropical Paradise Seychelles
The Seychelles International airport of Pointe Larue welcomed British Airways again on its grounds on Sunday, December 13, 2020, after a four-week break from the safe tropical island…
Qatar Airways to launch Seattle flights in March
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of four weekly flights to Seattle from 15 March 2021
Jet Airways may relaunch in summer 2021
Jet Airways (India), the full-service airline which went bankrupt last year, could be back in the skies as early as the summer
How Qantas is offering fast-track to higher status to attract corporate travellers
The move could help boost Qantas’ market share in lucrative corporate and high-end leisure travel as domestic flights ramp up in Australia due to the reopening of state borders
Airlines continue with cuts and changes to their business model
The continued unrest of the spread of Covid-19 around the world is continuing to force airlines to make cuts and implement changes to their business models in order to continue fighting the…
Qatar Airways Privilege Club cuts the number of Qmiles required to book award flights by up to 49%
Qatar Airways Privilege Club now offers the most competitive award flight pricing among Middle East carriers Members can now travel with less Qmiles and no booking fees for award flights
Qatar Airways marks 10th year in Phuket with resumption of flights
The resumption of services to the country’s largest island is part of the airline’s effort to rebuild its network in the Asia-Pacific region
Qatar Airways launches simplified fare families offering greater choice and flexibility to passengers
Qatar Airways has launched new, simplified fare families across all travel classes in a bid to offer greater choice and flexibility to its passengers.
Thai Airways’ flight to nowhere is a ‘Magical Flying Experience’
Thai Airways joined the number of airlines selling flight to nowhere, but Thailand’s official carrier sets itself apart from the pack by offering a ‘magical flying experience’.
British Airways’ CEO calls for urgent introduction of testing to get people flying again
In his first public appearance since being named British Airways’ new CEO last week, Sean Doyle gave the keynote address at Airlines 2050: Beyond the Crisis
Jet 2.0 is here: Grounded Jet Airways gets new owners
Panel of creditors to Jet Airways has approved a resolution plan for the bankrupt airline
Hot meals are back! Bangkok Airways resumes in-flight food services
Bangkok Airways has announced that in-flight hot meal services will be resumed for its domestic routes, starting from today onwards
Seychelles Ready to Welcome Flights from British Airways
Adding a supplementary choice for European travelers to the beautiful Seychelles islands, British National airline, British Airways, places its name on the list of airlines serving the…
British Airways CEO Alex Cruz has stepped down with immediate effect
BRITISH AIRWAYS CEO Alex Cruz has stepped down with immediate effect. He will be replaced by Sean Doyle, the boss of Aer Lingus, but will remain on the airline's board as non-executive…
End of an era: British Airways retires its final Boeing 747
British Airways’ remaining two Boeing 747 aircraft based at Heathrow taxied for take off for the last time on 8 October
Qatar Airways says thank you to teachers with 21,000 complimentary tickets
On the occasion of World Teacher’s Day, Qatar Airways will give away 21,000 complimentary tickets to teachers to thank them for their vital work in educating young people worldwide during…
Qatar Airways celebrates growth of super Wi-Fi equipped fleet by offering 100 days of free connectivity
For the next 100 days until 2 January 2021, passengers can stay connected with family, friends and colleagues free-of-charge using the Wi-Fi connectivity on board
British Airways’ ‘Flying with Confidence’ course goes digital for the first time
British Airways is bringing its renowned Flying with Confidence course to the comfort of customers’ homes for the first time this October. More than 50,000 people have taken part in the…
Cathay Pacific Airways launches cargo service to Pittsburgh, PA
Cathay Pacific Airways today launched a temporary expansion of its operations in the Americas, with a 12-week cargo service linking Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) with Southeast…
Central Bankruptcy Court grants THAI’s business reorganisation petition and appoints planners
Central Bankruptcy Court granted THAI’s business reorganisation petition and appointed the planners as nominated by THAI
Etihad Airways introduces free COVID-19 global health insurance
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is introducing COVID-19 global wellness insurance cover as part of Etihad Wellness, the airline’s new health and hygiene program. Guests who…
British Airways unveils annual September sale
British Airways has launched its annual September Sale with deals to over 150 destinations across its global network
Etihad Airways enhances its mobile app
Etihad Airways has extended its digital reach with an update to its mobile application for Android, Apple and Huawei smartphones, enabling guests to manage their journey with even greater…
“Work from Waves” because work from home is too mainstream
With remote working looking increasingly likely to extend beyond the summer, Waves Hotel & Spa has the perfect solution for those looking to spread their wings a little and leave the…
Boeing testing quieter and cleaner flights with Etihad Airways
An Etihad Airways 787-10 Dreamliner decked out with special equipment that can enhance safety and reduce CO2 emissions and noise has commenced flight testing this week for Boeing’s…
How British Airways bid farewell to first of its last 747 jumbo jets
British Airways has now retired its first Boeing 747 since announcing last month that all 31 of its jumbo jets had sadly flown their last commercial services
How Qatar Airways is redefining loyalty programme with newly enhanced Qmiles policy
Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme, Privilege Club, has announced a change to its Qmiles policy in efforts to enhance the programme to further honour members loyalty
COVID-19 pushes airlines to be more convenient and creative
COVID-19 has caused a lot of anxiety and upends the travel industry. Now that we see countries reopening to international travellers, airlines are looking for creative ways to instil…
Brisbane airport’s home carrier Virgin Australia to launch first flight in new runway
Virgin Australia will be the first airline to depart on Brisbane’s new runway when it officially opens on 12 July 2020. After eight years of construction and five decades of planning,…
Qatar Airways to fly over 65 destinations by mid-July
Qatar Airways welcomed the month of July by relaunching flights to 11 destinations. The airline will resume services to over 65 destinations by mid-July.
PATA Dream to Travel Festival opens with focus on Thailand
With over 1,000 attendees registered, the PATA Dream to Travel Festival officially began on 22 June 2020. The online event brings together travel trade businesses worldwide to learn,…
Qatar Airways’ share of international traffic more than triple its nearest competitor in April
Qatar Airways’ dedicated mission to take people home reflected in IATA traffic figures
Bangkok Airways’ training centre receives new certification from CAAT
Bangkok Aviation Training Center (BATC) led by Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, president of Bangkok Airways and BATC’s management received a Certificate of Training Organisation Approval…
New automated emergency flexibility solution “A win for the whole industry”
ATPCO unveiled a new industry solution Emergency flexibility for conditions on existing tickets (Emergency Flexibility).
Created within the framework of IATA and A4A supply chain…
Qatar Airways flights to Venice, Dublin, Milan and Rome
Qatar Airways has announced that the airline will be resuming its flights to Venice, Italy starting from 15 July 2020.
Etihad Wellness seeks to rebuild consumer trust
Etihad Airways has launched ‘Etihad Wellness’, an expanded health and hygiene programme and customer guide. The move builds on the stringent measures already put in place by the airline…
Qatar Airways and UNHCR ink pact to deliver vital international aid supplies for displaced globally
Qatar Airways has announced a two-year partnership with UNHCR, the UN refugee agency to deliver on its purpose of providing humanitarian relief and assistance to the displaced globally.…
Thailand Government Divest Share in Thai Airways
The Thailand government will give up its controlling stake in Thai Airways as it approved a financial restructuring for the cash-strapped airline through bankruptcy protection. The airline…
Thai Airways Faces ‘Life or Death’ test with less Public Support
BANGKOK: Not surprising opposition to another huge government handout to debt-ridden Thai Airways International (THAI) is mounting, as far as public sentiment is concern there is a change…
Bangkok Airways resumes domestic flights
Bangkok Airways has resumed its domestic flight on Bangkok – Samui twice daily service with enhanced precautionary measures and social distancing practices in compliance with the…
Qatar Airways to give 100,000 complimentary tickets to frontliners
Qatar Airways will give away 100,000 free tickets to frontline healthcare professionals to say thank you for their heroic work looking after people during the current COVID-19 pandemic.
What happens next says Business Travel News
Malcolm Ginsberg from Business Travel News (BTN) discusses their view on what happens next during this Covid-19 Global pandemic.
Former Kenya Airways boss Sebastian Mikosz joins IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced Sebastian Mikosz will join the organisation as senior vice president for member and external relations. The appointment…
Bangkok Airways to resume operations from 15 May with Samui route
Bangkok Airways will resume domestic flight operations from 15 May 2020 onwards with Bangkok – Samui (round trip) twice daily service to serve passengers in need of travel. All flight…
British Airways adds extra flights a week from China
British Airways is increasing the number of cargo-only flights from China to the UK to 21 a week, up from 13 last week, as demand continues to rise.
From May, 14 flights each week…
Are Chinese airlines planning to snap up Virgin Australia?
Vaughn Strawbridge, administrator in Deloitte Australia that is now handling the case of Virgin Australia, confirmed that there are over 10 parties interested in the troubled airline. But…
Crippled airline industry in US to get $25-billion bailout
US-based airlines have secured as much as USD 25 billion in payroll support from the federal government. The funds are part of a USD 2 trillion relief package signed by Congress in…
THAI Royal Orchid Plus extends mileage validity until 2020 end
Thai Airways International will extend the mileage validity for members of its Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) loyalty programme. To offset the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on its frequent…
British Airways flies vital medical supplies to Britain
A British Airways aircraft loaded with vital medical supplies from China came back to London Heathrow. The Boeing 777 was loaded with ventilators as well as personal protective equipment…
Bangkok Airways takes break for first time in 52 years
Bangkok Airways officially signed off as it grounded all services and closed its three owned and managed airports. The airline posted has promised to be back flying after its…
British Airways furlough sad but necessary step, says GlobalData
Following the news that 36,000 British Airways (BA) staff are expected to be furloughed as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), GlobalData said it is an important step. Nick Wyatt,…
Qatar Airways Cargo returns to destinations in China
Qatar Airways Cargo announced it will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilisation of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft. The additional cargo…
British Airways extends revolving credit facility
British Airways has extended its US dollar secured revolving credit facility for one year. The move, confirmed by International Airlines Group (IAG), will take effect from 23 June.…
Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club offers members 12 months tier extension
Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme, Privilege Club, is going further to honour the loyalty of its members by extending or reinstating their tier status for 12 months, for memberships due…
Qatar Airways continue to operate over 150 flights
Despite the COVID-19 outbreak and the global aviation industry being paralysed, Qatar Airways continues to operate over 150 flights per day.
“We appreciate this is a difficult time…
Bangkok Airways announces temporary closure of lounge services
Bangkok Airways announced temporary closure of lounges at Suvarnabhumi and other airports to prevent the spread and reduce possible risks of exposure to the Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19)…
After Emirates, Etihad to suspend flights to, from and via Abu Dhabi
After Dubai’s Emirates announced that it would suspend flights to a total of 111 cities out of 159 destinations it usually serves to curtail the spread of coronavirus, another UAE carrier is…
Bangkok Airways steps up screening measures
Bangkok Airways has added exit screening points using handheld thermoscans at both domestic and international departure halls of its airports in Samui, Sukhothai and Trat.
The…
Etihad Airways unveils new route to Vienna
The national airline of the UAE, Etihad Airways, will launch new daily scheduled year-round flights to Austria’s capital Vienna using a two-class Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The service…
Etihad Airways to move to Daxing Airport in June
Etihad Airways will move its operations in China to the state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing International Airport from June. The move will involve all flights to and from Abu Dhabi and…
Etihad Airways looks to getting back on track
Etihad Airways has announced an encouraging 32% improvement in core operating performance for 2019, on revenues of USD 5.6 billion (USD 5.9 billion in 2018). Losses were significantly…
ANA recognised for diversity and inclusion
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, has received the Advanced Achievement Award from the Japan Women’s Innovative Network (J-Win) for the second consecutive year. J-Win’s…
British Airways achieves Guinness World Records title for Sport Relief
British Airways’ week of Sport Relief fundraising events took off by achieving a Guinness World Records title for the ‘Heaviest aircraft pulled over 100 metres’ by a team (mixed), made…
Eastern Airways announces three new routes
UK regional airline, Eastern Airways, will once again operate its own scheduled network of routes independently.
The privately-owned operator based at Humberside Airport will sell its…
Bamboo Airways connects Munich with Vietnam
Bamboo Airways will launch two direct routes connecting Munich – Germany’s third-largest city - with Vietnam’s Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in the middle of this year. The announcement…
Qatar Airways-Air Malta codeshare partnership presents new avenues
Qatar Airways has announced it has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with Air Malta. The partnership reinforces Qatar Airways’ long-term commitment to Maltese passengers and to…
NDC: “If there is ever a time for trade partners to join us on this journey, it’s now”
British Airways has shown its commitment to the evolution of the industry by announcing that it is strengthening its New Distribution Capability (NDC) platform with significant new…
American Airlines reconciles with Qatar Airways
American Airlines has renewed its codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance. The move comes just over two years after the pair very publicly fell…
Qatar Airways sends 300 tonnes of medical supplies to China
Five Qatar Airways Cargo freighters departed to China carrying approximately 300 tonnes of medical supplies donated by the airline to support Cornavirus relief efforts. The five flights…
ANA to test autonomous mobility assistance at Tokyo airport
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, will test autonomous RakuRo mobility assistance solutions at Tokyo Narita International Airport from 27-28 February. Designed by ZMP…
British Airways offers up to double Avios on e-store purchases
British Airways Executive Club members could be even closer to unlocking exciting travel rewards by earning up to double Avios this month when shopping at selected retailers, including…
THAI, Toyota Tsusho and Worldwide Logistics transport medical supplies to China
Thai Airways International (THAI) collaborated with Toyota Tsusho and Worldwide Logistics Services in Thailand to provide aid and support for Chinese from the recent outbreak of…
British Airways unveils Newquay route for summer 2020
British Airways is launching a summer route between London Heathrow and Newquay, creating the only direct route to Heathrow. This adds to the new routes the airline has already…
Qatar Airways volunteers free worldwide air cargo transportation of medical supplies donated to China
Qatar Airways has volunteered free air cargo transportation for medical relief aid organised by Chinese embassies and consulates worldwide to fight the coronavirus emergency. The…
Air Italy bankruptcy: Airline suspends operations
Italy’s second-biggest airline Air Italy has suspended operations yesterday after its owners decided to liquidate the company.
ANA partners with Toyota to test autonomous towing prototype at Nagoya airport
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, will collaborate with Toyota Industries to conduct tests of an advanced automatic towing tractor at Chubu (Nagoya) Centrair…
Airbus to showcase latest products at Singapore Airshow
Airbus will participate at the upcoming Singapore Airshow, showcasing its latest products, services and innovations in the commercial aircraft, defence, space and helicopter segments.…
Hello new-age bartender! British Airways’ lounges trial AI-powered cocktail maker
British Airways is exclusively trialling an automated cocktail maker in its San Francisco and Newark lounges. Cocktails are dispensed in under 45 seconds, adding a new dimension to the…
The key to tackling the coronavirus
Cooperation between public and private sectors within Travel & Tourism is essential to mitigating the impact of the coronavirus, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council.
ANA to test driverless bus at Haneda Airport
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, will conduct trials for an autonomous electric bus in collaboration with SoftBank Corp subsidiary SB Drive Corp, Advanced Smart…
VisitBritain registers robust tourism growth
Visitors spent GBP 951 million (USD 1241.06 million) in Britain in the last financial year. This was revealed by the national tourism agency VisitBritain/VisitEngland.
This means that…
Virgin Australia signs codeshare deal with ANA
Virgin Australia and All Nippon Airways (ANA) will implement codeshare flights and launch reciprocal frequent flyer benefits for their members. ANA guests will be able to codeshare on…
Trip.com Group collaborates with British Airways and Iberia on NDC standard
Chinese provider of travel services, Trip.com Group, has strengthened its partnership with British Airways and Iberia by connecting to the New Distribution Capability (NDC).
The NDC…
Qatar Airways to unveil Dubrovnik route in May
Qatar Airways has confirmed it will launch flights to Dubrovnik, Croatia, on 18 May 2020. The national carrier for Qatar will also begin seasonal flights to Santorini, Greece, in the…
Etihad kicks off Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week with special eco-flight to Brussels
Etihad Airways marked Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2020 by operating a special ‘eco-flight’ from Abu Dhabi to Brussels, featuring a range of initiatives designed to illustrate the…
Easy does it: Eastern Airways “evolve” fleet
Eastern Airways is re-entering the E-Jet market during January with the initial return of the Embraer 170 aircraft type to its fleet.
The UK regional airline is seeing significant growth…
British Airways’ UK offsetting scheme takes off
From 1 January 2020, British Airways has begun offsetting carbon emissions on all its flights within the UK, as part of the airline’s commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by…
Flight to success: British Airways’ 20 resolutions for 2020
After celebrating its momentous centenary year in 2019, British Airways is now looking to 2020, with 20 New Year resolutions that are every bit as exciting as the achievements of 2019.…
Keepin’ magic alive! British Airways’ 100 acts of kindness
As part of its centenary year, throughout 2019 British Airways has completed 100 acts of kindness for customers, including once-in-a-lifetime trips and reunions, upgrades, surprise…
10,000 mile magic: British Airways takes family on journey of a lifetime
As its centenary year draws to a close, British Airways has waved its magic wand for the 100th time to take a very deserving customer on the trip of a lifetime to Australia to surprise…
Red champs: Qatar Airways congratulates Liverpool FC
Qatar Airways has extended its congratulations to Liverpool FC, who were crowned World Club Champions following their 1-0 victory over Flamengo at the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019…
Fiji Airways takes receipt of first A350 XWBs in South Pacific
Fiji Airways has unveiled two A350 XWBs as the latest additions to its fleet, becoming the first South Pacific carrier to receive the new wide-body aircraft.
Delivering new levels of fuel…
“This is a long- term commitment for us”: BA’s opens big cat sanctuary
British Airways Holidays has officially opened a new rescue enclosure at a big cat sanctuary in South Africa, as part of its joint vision with international animal welfare charity Born Free…
British Airways joins ‘It’s Everyone’s Journey’ campaign
British Airways is the first airline to partner with the Department for Transport on a new government-backed initiative to make transport more inclusive and help people with disabilities…
Jazeera Airways commences operations out of Gatwick
As of 27 October, Jazeera Airways became the first low-cost carrier from the Middle East to fly from the UK with the launch of services from London Gatwick to Kuwait.
In addition to…
TUI Airways to operate Goa flights
UK-based TUI Airways, that operates Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, has been awarded slots at Dabolim airport, giving a big relief to the tourism industry in Goa as the carrier brings…
British Airways helps children fly high
British Airways has announced that it will fund flying lessons for 200 students across the UK during 2020 to inspire them to reach for the skies. It follows a trial of the programme this…
Qatar Airways touches down for first time in Langkawi
The first Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Langkawi, Malaysia touched down at Langkawi International Airport.
Akbar Al Baker, group chief executive of Qatar Airways said: “Langkawi…
Airways Aviation Group buys French academy Esma
The Airways Aviation, a global flight training group, has announced the acquisition of the French Aviation Education & Training organisation Esma (Ecole Supérieure des Métiers de…
Finnair inks codeshare pact with Fiji Airways, extends network in South Pacific
Finnair and Fiji Airways have agreed on a new codeshare partnership between Helsinki and Nadi in Fiji via three gateways served by the airline. Its code will be added to Fiji Airways’…
Qatar wins bid to host World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023
Qatar has won the rights to host the World Symposium of Choral Music in 2023. Held once every three years, the International Federation of Choral Music’s (IFCM) flagship event is…
British Airways to offset emissions on all UK domestic flights
From January, British Airways will become the first UK airline to offset carbon emissions on all its flights within the UK. All customers flying within the UK next year on flights…
Qatar Airways thinks pink this Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Qatar Airways has joined forces with Hamad International Airport (HIA), Qatar Aviation Services (QAS) and Qatar Duty Free (QDF) to show their united support for Breast Cancer Awareness…
Adria Airways leaves Star Alliance
Slovenian airline Adria Airways, headquartered in Ljubljana, has ceased to be a member of Star Alliance. The departure of the airline from the alliance follows the company’s recent…
Touch down in Toronto: British Airways’ new A350 arrives
British Airways commenced the first North American long-haul service of its new A350 aircraft from Toronto, following extensive trials and the launch of its first long-haul service to…
Could you be British Airways’ next high flyer? Applications open for graduate scheme in UK
British Airways is on the lookout for ambitious and adventurous graduates to help implement its unprecedented GBP 6.5 billion (USD 8.08 billion) transformation programme. The airline is…
China Southern signs pact with Qatar Airways
China Southern Airlines has signed a code share agreement with Qatar Airways, effective from 15 January 2020 subject to governmental approval. As the first step to strengthen the…
Qatar Airways announces direct flights to Osaka, Japan
Qatar Airways has announced services to Osaka, Japan starting from 6 April 2020. The second largest metropolitan area of Japan, Osaka will be the airline’s third gateway into the…
British Airways launches dedicated team for fliers with accessibility needs
In the latest phase of its GBP 6.5 billion (USD 8.08 billion) investment for customers, British Airways has launched a dedicated customer care team for travellers who require additional…
Bangkok Airways teams up with Shopee
Bangkok Airways has partnered with Shopee, an e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. The tie up is part of a promotion called ‘2019 Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day’ and creates…
Qatar Airways to operate to Luanda, Angola
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Luanda, Angola, starting from 29 March 2020. The service, which operates up to five-times weekly to the capital and largest…
Qatar Airways opens office in Amman
Qatar Airways has now opened an office in Amman, Jordan. Talking about the importance of the new market, Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways said: “For Qatar Airways, Jordan is a key market.…
British Airways to fly two more direct flights to St Lucia
British Airways (BA) has announced the introduction of two additional direct flights per week to the Eastern Caribbean island nation Saint Lucia. Next summer, the flights will commence…
ANA Honolulu Music Week brings global artists to Oahu
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline will be partnering with the state of Hawaii and the city and county of Honolulu to create the inaugural ANA Honolulu Music Week on Oahu…
Qatar Airways unveils Langkawi route
Qatar Airways has announced a new route to Langkawi, Malaysia. The service to Langkawi, starting 15 October 2019, is part of the airline’s strong expansion plans in Southeast Asia and…
British Airways attempts to turn waste into jet fuel
British Airways is one step closer to powering its future fleet with sustainable jet fuel made from rubbish as plans have been submitted to develop Europe’s first household and…
Beat the weather offer: British Airways showers discounts
With the children heading back to school shortly and the UK braced for cooler, wetter weather, British Airways is offering 50,000 short-haul seats at GBP 50 (USD 60.69) each-way for…
Beyond the beach: Five alternative ways to discover Mauritius
Mauritius is firmly established as a favoured destination for South African travellers, and now the Indian Ocean island is attracting visitors from Kenya and East Africa with daily direct…
Australia and Europe on Vistara’s radar
Vistara, a joint venture between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines (SIA), is all set to start long-haul international flights to destinations in Europe and Australia next year. The airline…
7 most luxurious first class airport lounges
As a way of passing the time, airline passengers often find themselves in need of a comfortable and safe place to sit and relax.
Get set, go! Bangkok Airways hosts marathon in Phuket
To promote tourism in Phuket, Bangkok Airways recently organised the “Bangkok Airways Phuket Half Marathon”, the fourth running programme of the Bangkok Airways Boutique Series 2019 at…
Jazeera Airways to launch daily flights to London
Jazeera Airways, a Kuwaiti low-cost carrier, has announced plans to start flying daily to London from 27 October, serving the British capital in a new A320neo aircraft.
This will be…
Air India and Fiji Airways ink codeshare pact
Fiji Airways and Air India have entered into a pact, which will provide convenient connections between three cities of India - Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai and the South Pacific nation. The…
British Airways’ first A350 touches down at Heathrow
British Airways’ first Airbus 350, registration G-XWBA, touched down at London Heathrow featuring the airline’s newest generation business class seat, Club Suite. The airline will take…
Hamad International Airport records all-time busiest second quarter for passenger traffic
Hamad International Airport (HIA) has reported serving a total of 9.38 million passengers in the second quarter of 2019, making it the busiest second quarter the airport has seen. The…
Qatar Airways becomes official airline partner of IAAF World Athletics Championships
Qatar Airways has revealed that it is to be the 'National Airline Partner of the 17th IAAF World Athletics Championships', following the signing of an agreement with organisers, it was…
Qatar Airways first Middle Eastern airline to fly to Botswana
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of its new service to Gaborone, Botswana, starting 27 October this year. The capital and largest city of Botswana will be the airline’s first…
Ramen’licious: THAI serves famous Ramen on Bangkok-Japan routes
From August through to October 2019, passengers travelling with Thai Airways International Public Company (THAI) in royal first-class and royal silk class can enjoy delicious Japanese…
Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club announces summer savings
Qatar Airways’ Frequent Flyer programme, Privilege Club, is now providing its valued members with an exclusive offer as part of its latest promotion. Privilege Club members can now enjoy…
“The risks to BA go beyond the potential fines” British Airways to be punished for GDPR data breach
Following an extensive investigation the ICO has issued a notice of its intention to fine British Airways GBP 183.39M (approx USD 229.7m) for infringements of the General Data Protection…
THAI serves classic French menus by Michelin Star Chef on five European routes
Thai Airways International (THAI) in cooperation with Lebua Hotels and Resorts has launched chef endorsement menu prepared by Michelin star chef from Chef’s Table restaurant at Lebua…
Portuguese connection: Qatar Airways debuts in Lisbon
As the airline adds to its rapidly expanding European network, Qatar Airways’ first ever passenger flight to Portugal landed at Lisbon Airport on 24 June.
Akbar Al Baker, group chief…
Indian aviation industry starts a slow take-off in May
After reporting a year-on-year de-growth of 4.4% in domestic passenger traffic in April 2019, the first after six years of monthly year-on-year growth, the domestic passenger traffic…
Jet Airways to be taken to bankruptcy court
As six months of efforts to save one of the country’s leading airlines, Jet Airways, failed, the lenders have now decided to take it to the bankruptcy court, which will decide the future…
Qatar Airways starts three flights a day from Manchester
Qatar Airways is increasing its flight frequency from Manchester Airport to three flights per day from 14 June in another show of confidence in the UK market. The route launched in April…
British Airways flight, Bravo Alpha Pappa, takes off to celebrate Father’s Day
To celebrate Father’s Day, British Airways surprised some of its fathers and their sons and daughters by offering them the chance to work together on a special long-haul flight.
The…
Domestic airlines to post USD 700 mn profit despite slump in air traffic
India will see negative to low single-digit air traffic growth in FY20 but could see airlines report an industry-wide net profit of up to USD 700 million, Center for Asia Pacific…
Qatar Airways enters the ‘City of Lights’
Qatar Airways’ has announced that the virgin flight connecting Doha with Rabat landed safely yesterday, the third route from the airline into Morocco.
Not in position to approve financial result, says Jet Airways
In the ongoing crisis involving the now-grounded Jet Airways with no clear bidder for the debt-laden airline, Jet Airways said the airline is not in a position to consider and approve the…
US airlines experience brief ticketing outage
At least three major US airlines were hit with systemwide ticketing outages on Monday as technology provider shut down ticketing and check-in online and at airport kiosks.
British Airways ‘singing pilot’ returns home to Manchester
British Airways' singing pilot returns home to Manchester in May to help more people overcome their fear of flying.
Amadeus provides operational engine at Abu Dhabi’s Midfield terminal
Travel tech specialist Amadeus has revealed its new deal with Etihad Airways to transform the UAE carrier’s global load control system and boost the efficiency of the its operation…
Jet Airways on the brink of bankruptcy
Indian airline Jet Airways has cancelled all international flights stranding thousands of passengers around the world as the carrier looks for investors to buy 75% of the company in order to…
Bangkok Airways raises the standards of pilot training with IATA
Last week Bangkok Airways announced a new training collaboration between its subsidiary organisation Bangkok Air Aviation Training Center and International Air Transport Association (IATA).
BA’s new “perfect alliance” focused on kids
BA has announced a new partnership with British children’s company, My 1st Years, a company focused on providing babies with personalised gift items.
British Airways unveils third ‘retrojet’ to celebrate 100 years
British Airways has welcomed the arrival of the third in its series of four heritage liveries – a Boeing 747 painted in the Landor design.
New Distribution Capability (NDC) in air travel: Airlines, GDS and the impact on the industry
Two fundamental needs connect all airlines: revenue and passenger satisfaction.
Thai Airways resumes European flights
Thai Airways has released a statement that its services to Europe have been resumed after being suspended following the conflict between India and Pakistan -- which, according to the…
British Airways to invest GBP 250m for ‘new home’ at JFK
British Airways has announced it is moving to a new location in Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy airport.
Hands off! ANA drives industry forward with automated bus
Japan’s All Nippon Airways (ANA) has announced the second phase of its testing for an autonomous, driverless bus at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport.
Travel tech this week: Elon Musk’s solution to LA’s “soul-destroying traffic” and more
This week saw TPConnects, BA, Mindtree and the Boring Company make waves in the world of tech.
Aviation round up: Five US flights on TAP, NokScoot lands in Delhi and more
With December already ten days old, it is time to for TDA’s regular slice of aviation pie. This week features Air New Zealand and SIA, NokScoot and more.
Air New Zealand and SIA
Air…
10 travel trends we may see in the US in 2019
The top travel trends that we will most likely see in 2019, according to Visit The USA.
Bangkok Airways launches first non-stop flight to Nha Trang, Vietnam
Bangkok Airways has announced its new service linking Bangkok and Nha Trang, Vietnam.
Qatar Airways updates seasonal routes with more flights and upgraded aircraft
Qatar Airways has announced the return of its recently-launched direct seasonal routes with more flights and upgraded aircraft on two routes from May 2019.
ForwardKeys: Thanksgiving travel to boost UK visits from the US
ForwardKeys has revealed that the UK could look forward to a rise in visitors from the United States during Thanksgiving week.
Bula Vinaka: Fiji Airways’ warm welcome to Singaporeans and Indians
In a recent discussion, I chatted with the well-travelled marketing officer at Fiji Airways, Marc Cavaliere, who in his spirited style unveiled some of their upcoming plans to make Fiji…
Qatar Airways Cargo adds Macau to freight network
Qatar Airways Cargo has announced that it has updated its international freight network this week, with the launch of services connecting North America and China.
Ready jet go: Jet Airways renews GDS with Sabre
Jet Airways has been busy this week getting its domestic content distribution in order. Earlier this week, the Indian carrier announced it had renewed its GDS agreement with British travel…
Travelport renews ties with Jet Airways
Jet Airways has signed a long-term supplier agreement with Travelport that will be effective from April 2019 and enable online and offline travel agencies around the world to shop, book and…
Qatar Airways A350-1000s: “Proven outstanding reliability and efficiency”
Qatar Airways has revealed it has upgraded its order for five new A350-900s by opting to switch up to five the larger A350-1000 version instead.
Bangkok Airways: Talking shop with Thailand’s boutique carrier at 50
With Bangkok Airways hitting the big fifty in 2018, I sat down with Varong Israsena Na Ayudhya, VP of sales for the Thai regional airline to discover how it has grown since its inception,…
Jet Airways takes fleet upgrade to the MAX
Popular Indian airlines, Jet Airways, has unveiled its fifth new Boeing 737 MAX this week, as part of a upgrade project, necessary to modernise the company’s fleet and enhance passengers…
Latest A320neos takes Lufthansa fleet investment to USD 3 billion
Lufthansa has announced it has updated its fleet with a firm order for an additional 27 A320neo aircraft this week, following a period of deliberation by the airlines supervisory board.
Qatar Airways boosts Mombasa coverage to seven daily flights
Qatar Airways has announced that it will begin operating to Mombasa, with a new service operating four times a week, as of 11 December this year.
Podcast: NDC’s status and potential – with VP of NDC-X, Amadeus
I spoke to Gianni Pisanello about the game-changing new platform's current status and future potential.
India’s Vistara partners with British Airways
British Airways and Indian domestic carrier, Vistara, announced a new partnership that will open up more routes between London and India.
Etihad Airways personalises experience with cloud technology
Etihad Airways has partnered with Farelogix Inc. to enhance its merchandising and distribution capabilities.
Qatar Airways to fly direct to Da Nang, Vietnam
Qatar Airways announced the launch of direct flights to Da Nang, Vietnam, starting 19 December 2018.
The Indian globetrotter quotient by British Airways
A survey conducted by British Airways has revealed interesting findings on Indian adults’ geography knowledge and travel habits.
Qatar Airways to treat Singapore and Tokyo to “the finest experience”
Qatar Airways has announced that the A350-1000, equipped with the airline’s luxury Qsuite, will be available on flights to and from Singapore’s Changi Airport.
British Airways: Keep calm and go on holiday
Despite the gloom of frustration that hangs over the British Isles following the divisive nature of Brexit and the associated political and social issues arising because of it, British…
Kenya Airways and Delta deal “elevates the travel experience”
American aviation giant Delta Air Lines has announced a new partnership with Kenya Airways. The codeshare agreement, on Kenyan airline flights from Amsterdam, Paris, London, and Accra to…
Jet Airways to increase frequency of new Mumbai-Manchester connection
Jet Airways India has increased the frequency on its new direct Manchester to Mumbai service, even before the first plane has even taken off.
Eden Roc Miami Beach unveils USD 250 million transformation
Eden Roc Miami Beach hotel has announced the completion of a USD 250 million refurbishment to offer new facilities and experiences.
All roads lead to Hajj: Thai Airways launch special flights
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) has arranged special flights for Thai Muslims to attend the Hajj Pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, with flights departing from Narathiwat…
British Airways launches direct flight from London to Pittsburgh
Starting 2 April 2019, British Airways will service a nonstop flight from London to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Qatar Airways strengthens commitment to JetSuite fleet expansion
Following the news in April that Qatar Airways had purchased a minority stake in US based private aviation firm JetSuite, the two companies have reaffirmed the relationship by committing to…
Jet Airways to launch first direct connection from Mumbai to Manchester
Opening up travel between India and the North of England, with its latest direct connection to Manchester, Jet Airways will become the largest carrier between the UK and Mumbai.
AirHelp unveils list of top airlines, highlighting customer satisfaction is way to success
Flight compensation company AirHelp has unveiled ratings of the world’s best airports and airlines, with the usual suspects Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Etihad Airways filling out the…
Qatar Airways CEO urges fair and transparent regulation in aviation
Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker has emphasised the need for a fair and transparent regulation in the aviation industry.
Al Baker delivered a keynote in front of…
Jet Airways launch first non-stop flight to North of England
Indian carrier, Jet Airways has announced it will be a new sheen to its roster of flights with its first ever direct service between Manchester Airprt and Mumbai.
US and UAE reach open skies agreement amid unfair practices dispute
It is now “business as usual” in the skies, according to the officials, as United States and United Arab Emirates airlines have confirmed that there is no freeze of the 'fifth freedom'…
Mauritius celebrates 50th anniversary with free trips for UK travel agents
The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) in partnership with Premier Holidays and British Airways, is giving UK travel agents the opportunity to win a six-night trip to the paradise…
Did Sabre just score a new distribution deal with one of Asia’s biggest airlines?
Hot on the heels of last week’s news that Sabre had renewed its GDS agreement with Vietnam Airways, the travel-tech company has now released news of its new content distribution agreement…
Aeromexico and Jet Airways new codeshare “fundamental” to regional connectivity
Aeromexico and Indian international airline Jet Airways have announced a new codeshare agreement this week, allowing passengers to travel between Mexico and India via London to Mexico City,…
Flight consolidator Lime Management announces incentive to reward TAs and boost business
Flight consolidator Lime Management has revealed news of its incentive programme for UK travel agents. Dubbed Kudos, the new scheme has been designed to work in tandem with the company’s…