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Delta Resumes Boeing 757 Route
The service will relaunch after a seven-year pause.
Confirmed: This US Airport Lands 3rd Airbus A380 Airline For 2026
The double-decker is set to make a surprising return to this major US airport.
Avianca Restarts Flights Between Venezuela and Colombia
Avianca has released a statement announcing that they will resume their operations between Bogota, Colombia and Caracas, Venezuela on the 12th of February 2026. The flights are non-stop, and are less than 2 hours long. Reactivation of the Route In a statement released to Travel Radar, Avianca said that their decision to reactivate the route […] The post Avianca Restarts Flights Between Venezuela and Colombia appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
Air India flight 132 Fuel Switch Problem Doesn’t Solve the Mystery of Flight 171
On the 2nd of February 2026, Air India flight 132 departed London Heathrow for a scheduled passenger flight to Kempegowda International Airport. The 9 hour 45 minute flight in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner was uneventful and landed safely at Bengaluru (Bangalore) at 11:54 local time the following day. The eventful part happened before the flight, documented…
Airlines scramble to add capacity in response to the railway crisis in Spain
Airlines in Spain have scrambled to adapt their capacity in response to several accidents and a general operational reliability crisis which… The post Airlines scramble to add capacity in response to the railway crisis in Spain appeared first on AeroTime.
Hunnu Air Seeks Fleet Expansion by Adding New Embraer Jets
The Mongolian airline, Hunnu Air, is seeking to increase their fleet with more Embraer jets. The carrier, that already operates with Embraer aircrafts, is pursuing lessors in order to lease another jet. Hunnu Air Fleet and Routes Expansion Currently, the airline employs four of the Brazilian Embraer aircrafts, E190s and Embraer 195-E2. Hunnu Air used […] The post Hunnu Air Seeks Fleet Expansion by Adding New Embraer Jets appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
Here’s How Much Different The Boeing 777X’s Dimmable Windows Are Compared To The 787 Dreamliner
A revolutionary leap in window technology promises to transform the passenger experience on the Boeing 777X.
American Airlines Reveals New Longest Airbus A321XLR Route: Here's The Destination
It'll also become the carrier's new longest transatlantic narrowbody service, but perhaps not for long.
Saudia Eyes Massive Aircraft Order
The carrier is reportedly in talks with Boeing and Airbus.
Airbus A330 MRTT auto-refueling gets go-ahead with world-first certification
Airbus and Singapore have achieved full certification of the Automatic Air-to-Air Refueling (A3R) capability on the Airbus A330… The post Airbus A330 MRTT auto-refueling gets go-ahead with world-first certification appeared first on AeroTime.
Things In Air Traffic Control That You Just Can't Unsee
The lasting impacts of the unthinkable on ATC.
Press Release: LATAM extends AeroSHARK use across 777-300ER fleet
LATAM Airlines Group, the first airline outside of the Lufthansa Group using AeroSHARK to save fuel and reduce emissions, has now opted to equip even more of its aircraft with the nature-inspired drag-reduction solution jointly developed by Lufthansa Technik and BASF Coatings. The recently extended contract between the airline and the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)... The post Press Release: LATAM extends AeroSHARK use across 777-300ER fleet appeared first on Runway Girl.
Australia Granted $400,000AUD for China SAF Project
On February 5, 2026, Australia was awarded $400,000AUD to Adelaide University to launch an Australia-China sustainable aviation fuel initiative. The sustainable aviation fuel research project strengthens Australia China SAF collaboration, supporting Sustainable aviation fuel development and aviation decarbonisation. Two-year project to strengthen SAF collaboration The ACCSA project will run from 2026 to 2028, and will […] The post Australia Granted $400,000AUD for China SAF Project appeared firs
Perth Airport plans major expansion in 2026
Perth Airport is embarking on a $5 billion “one airport” transformation, driven by record passenger numbers and a new 2026 Master Plan, aimed at boosting capacity for a projected 30 million annual passengers by 2046. Key projects include a new runway, a major Terminal 2 upgrade, and the first on-site Pullman Hotel. Key 2025-2026 Developments […]
Livery of the Week: ITA Airways Celebrates Winter Olympics
ITA Airways has created a special snow-themed livery for the 2026 Milano/Cortina Winter Olympic Games
In January 2026, Airbus registered 49 gross orders and delivered 19 aircraft
Airbus’ commercial aircraft orders and deliveries for the month of January 2026 have been published as follows. January 2026 deliveries: 19 deliveries to 15 customers January 2026 gross orders: 49 (32 A320neo: 24 for Spring Airlines and 8 for IAG; 16 A321neo: 6 for Spring Airlines, 8 for two undisclosed customers, 2 for IAG; and […]
Laptop In The Hold: Third United Flight Diverts After Device Slips Through Sidewall Gap
There has been yet another laptop-related incident on a United Airlines flight after one of the airline's Europe-bound Boeing 767s had to turn back and land in Newark. The flight, which had departed from Washington en route to Geneva, diverted after a laptop slipped through a gap in the cabin and fell into the cargo hold.
Japan Airlines vs. ANA: Who's On Top?
In this week's show, Gordon and Jay discuss the latest results from Japan's two mega-airline groups. With inbound visitor numbers soaring, but domestic air travel down, we analyze the key financial and operational metrics separating ANA from JAL. Listen to the Episode Here:
10 Airports That Are Perfect for Winter Sun Plane Spotting
Let’s face it, if you live in northern Europe the winter can be pretty bleak,…