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Published at 1330PST / 2130GMT 26FEB26 FlyArystan from May 2026 schedules new service to Türkiye, as the airline schedules Almaty – Gazipasa nonstop flight. Airbus A320 aircraft to serve this route twice weekly, effective 13MAY26.FS7111 ALA0940 – 1335GZP 320 36FS7112 GZP1435 – 2150ALA 320 36
Complaint is the first filed by surviving family members of the flight’s crew.
Air Arabia has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights between Sharjah and Rome, further strengthening its European footprint and expanding direct connectivity between the UAE and Italy. The new service will commence on July 1, 2026, linking Sharjah International Airport with Rome Fiumicino Airport. Rome becomes the carrier’s second Italian destination from Sharjah, complementing […]
A Turkish Airlines long-haul service TK75 from Istanbul to Vancouver was forced to divert to Vienna on February 26, 2026, after the crew declared a general emergency mid-flight. The aircraft had departed Istanbul Airport en route to Vancouver when the issue arose approximately two hours into the journey, while the aircraft was cruising over Europe. […]
Qantas will make aviation history this December when it becomes the first airline to operate direct flights between Australia and Las Vegas. The new seasonal Sydney–Las Vegas service will run from 29 December 2026 through 12 March 2027, eliminating the need for passengers to connect through another US gateway and cutting travel time by up […]
A Ryanair flight bound for Cork narrowly avoided a collision with another aircraft during take-off at Seville Airport, according to an official investigation into the June 19, 2024, incident. The report, published by Spain’s air accident investigation authority, CIAIAC, details how a Ryanair Boeing 737-800 carrying 179 passengers and crew passed just 50 feet above […]
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive (AD) after electrical faults found on Boeing 737 Max jets reportedly… The post FAA issues 737 Max airworthiness directive after cabin overheating incidents appeared first on AeroTime.
Published at 1300PST / 2100GMT 26FEB26Lufthansa during Northern summer 2026 season plans to expand capacity to Trondheim in Norway, reflected in recent schedule update. Frankfurt – Trondheim Planned new service from 01MAY26 unchanged with 2 weekly flights, increasing to 4 from 13MAY26. Service will now be operated by mainline A319 (selected dates A320), instead of CRJ900LH856 FRA1520 – 1750TRD 319 15LH856 FRA1525 – 1750TRD 319 7LH856 FRA1530 – 1800TRD 319 3LH857 TRD1830 – 2100FRA 319 17LH857 TRD
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To mark its centenary, Lufthansa has introduced a special anniversary livery on one of its Airbus A380 aircraft, featuring an oversized blue crane and the inscription “1926 | 2026” and “100.” Aircraft Details Registration: D-AIMH Arrival: Landed at Munich Airport as flight LH9901 Paint Location: Shannon, Ireland Entry into Service: March 2026 The repainting required: […]
The Airports Council International Europe (ACI EUROPE) has strongly defended the European Union–Qatar Comprehensive Aviation Agreement, amid mounting pressure from European airlines and labour groups to suspend the deal. Background of the Dispute Critics — including airline and pilot associations — argue the agreement should be paused over: Alleged governance concerns regarding its negotiation Claims […]
Published at 1230PST / 2030GMT 26FEB26Lufthansa City this month filed additional routes to be launched in 2026, as the airline continues to assume selected Lufthansa mainline operation. Latest additions scheduled for 2026 include the following.Frankfurt – Stockholm Arlanda eff 01MAY26 6 weekly A320neoMunich – Jersey 09MAY26 – 03OCT26 1 weekly A319Previously reported additions:Frankfurt – Bucharest eff 25OCT26 2 daily A320neoFrankfurt – Dusseldorf eff 11MAR26 1 daily A320neo (No Lufthansa City se
Eurowings is further expanding its operations at Berlin Brandenburg Airport, extending its Dubai service into summer 2026 and adding new European routes. Berlin–Dubai Extended into Summer For the first time, Eurowings will operate Berlin–Dubai beyond the winter season: Up to 11 weekly flights until end of April 6 weekly flights in May and June The […]
A Brussels Enterprise Court ruling in favour of Ryanair has become final and binding after Belgian consumer group Test Achats/Aankoop confirmed it will not appeal the January 28 decision. Key Points of the Judgment The Court found Ryanair’s cabin baggage policy complies with EU law, including Article 23 of Regulation 1008/2008. It confirmed that passengers […]
The rapid rise in air travel and sustainability standards is changing how airports visualize their power planning. The forward-oriented airports are already preparing for more energy demands and utilizing the gaps to invest in renewable sources. Traditional power systems may struggle to keep up with cost and environmental pressure. Here is how next-gen power technology […] The post How Next-Gen Power Technology Could Transform Future Airports appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.
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Southwest's second-shortest route takes off next week, one of several very short flights...
Published at 1200PST / 2000GMT 26FEB26Star Alliance member Air China earlier this month filed service increase on Beijing Capital – Athens route, which sees the airline plans to add 4th weekly flight from 06JUN26, followed by 5th weekly from 07JUL26. This route is operated by Airbus A330-200 aircraft.CA863 PEK0230 – 0855ATH 332 x47CA864 ATH1415 – 0505+1PEK 332 x47
Published at 1130PST / 1930GMT 26FEB26AirAsia this week updated its travel notice advisory on its website, which sees Thai AirAsia not going ahead with its planned Bangkok Don Mueang – Seoul Incheon route. The airline previously planned to operate 1 daily flight from 01MAY26, with Airbus A320neo aircraft.Note reservations for this route are not available prior to this week’s update. Previously filed schedule as follows. FD677 DMK0245 – 1035ICN 32N DFD678 ICN1205 – 1550DMK 32N D
Published at 1100PST / 1900GMT 26FEB26 Kazakhstan’s Scat Airlines during Northern summer 2026 season plans to maintain Prague – Bishkek – Sanya service, which will also see the airline adding 2nd weekly flights from 02APR26. Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft operates this route.Bishkek is a technical stop for this route, the longest 1-stop 737 MAX 9 flight based on blocked time.The following schedule focuses on the period of 01JUN26 – 22OCT26.DV482 PRG1750 – 0330+1BSZ0430+1 – 1230+1SYX 7M9 47DV481
The consequences of a single text message: An American Airlines employee's alleged bomb threat message.