Airlines
Aviation doesn’t need more AI strategy. It needs an operating model
Every airline has an AI strategy. Fewer have a clear answer for who runs the model once it's live, and the shift from models that advise to agents that act makes that question urgent. This piece is about that gap. Why the strategy isn't the problem Walk into most...
AirAsia say their future is secure despite jet fuel price pressures
AirAsia Group have asserted that their future is secure amid media reports of financial instability. The Malaysian carrier released a press release saying their approach is 'focused and prudent', and that they remain committed to long-term growth. According to...
Polluting airlines must pay if Heathrow expands, says climate committee
The Climate Change Committee warns that plans to add a third runway at London Heathrow airport can only go ahead if airlines pay for the removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The UK's biggest airport, and the second-busiest airport worldwide, Heathrow...
Etihad launch Etihad Escapes for one-stop hotel booking
Etihad Airways have announced a new platform to incorporate flights and hotel booking. Etihad Escapes will allow customers to plan their journey in one place, facilitating more seamless travel experiences. Available on Etihad.com from October, the Abu Dhabi airline...
Air France to open luxury lounge at JFK New Terminal One
Air France have unveiled 3D renders of the 29,000-square-foot lounge opening at the heart of New York's newest airport terminal. Planned as a hub for international airlines in NYC, New Terminal One is a US$9.5 billion renovation project designed to modernise the Big...
China’s ‘big three’ airlines report combined $1.22bn loss
China's three biggest airlines said they lost around ¥8.2 billion (US$1.2 billion) in the first half of 2026. Rising fuel prices had a significant impact on Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines. The carriers do not hedge much of their fuel,...
Premium revenue grows twice as fast as economy at Qantas
Despite fuel cost pressures, Qantas's full-year financial results showed strong demand for international travel and premium products. The Australian carrier's share price rose by 4% in the wake of the announcement, as Qantas reported US$1.48 billion in pre-tax profit...
United Airlines announce biggest-ever international expansion
United Airlines has launched its biggest-ever international expansion, adding 10 new cities. Starting in March 2027 and rolling out across the summer, United will be the only US airline serving eight of these routes. This network expansion targets desirable holiday...
BermudAir plots ambitious growth trajectory in the Caribbean
An isolated island group in the North Atlantic, Bermuda has a history of serving as a stopover point for passing ships and air voyages. But now, the archipelago is being put at the centre rather than the periphery of a transport network. Launched in 2023, BermudAir...
What’s new at World Aviation Festival 2026?
The World Aviation Festival is returning to Lisbon this year, but a host of additions to the agenda mean this year's event will be fresher than ever. Read on to find about some of the features brand-new for 2026! Airport-Airline Collaboration track Alongside our...
The strategy shaping United’s industry-leading IFE offering
United have invested significantly in their IFEC offering in recent years. From upgrading all aircraft for Starlink-powered WiFi, to partnerships with streaming giants, we got the lowdown from the airline's Director of Inflight Entertainment, Dominic Green. Our...
Somali Airlines to return to African skies after 35 years
The government of Somalia says the country's flag carrier will relaunch operations this September after a thirty-year hiatus. Somali Airlines suspended services in 1991 following the country's collapse into civil war. Since 2023, the government has made multiple...
Spirit data sold to Google for AI training in $10m auction
Google has bought deidentified data and software code from the now-defunct Spirit Airlines for US$10 million. The US low-cost carrier (LCC) collapsed in May after filing for bankruptcy for a second time last summer. Google acquired the data as part of an auction of...
Every minute bleeds: The true cost of airline disruption and recovery
This article is written by our partners TCG Digital. Every minute of disruption burns cash. Every recovery decision decides how much you lose and how much revenue you keep. Weather. Tech failures. ATC restrictions. Crew shortages. Disruption happens. But the delay...
Fuel costs take their toll as AirAsia report $200 million loss
AirAsia are seeking up to US$1 billion in financing to cover a difficult Q2. Operating losses exceeded US$200 million from April to June 2026 as high fuel costs placed intense pressure on the low-cost carrier's long-haul expansion. Describing Q2 as a 'floor quarter',...
Inside JetBlue’s innovative, industry-leading loyalty programme
JetBlue's TrueBlue loyalty programme is among the best in the world. It came eighth in point.me's 2025 loyalty ranking, ahead of Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines. And JetBlue are keen to keep innovating to ensure passengers get the most from their...
Ryanair sign five-year deal with Google Cloud for data and AI
Ryanair, Europe's largest airline, have signed a five-year deal with Google Cloud for enhanced data and AI capabilities. Under the deal, the carrier's 35,000 employees will receive access to Google Workspace and Google Cloud, including Gemini Enterprise. These tools...
airBaltic to cut fleet and restructure operations
airBaltic will reduce its fleet of A220s and recentre operations around Riga, as it seeks €225 million in interim financing. The carrier said increased costs and supply chain delays had impacted planned growth. airBaltic had been targeting an ambitious 100 aircraft by...
Contribute to our report on the future of IFEC!
World Aviation Festival are compiling an exciting report featuring insight from some of the industry's leading IFEC experts. But before it's published, we want to hear from you. Scroll down through the form below and let us know how use inflight entertainment and...
What will be the next innovation in ancillary retail?
Launched a decade ago to connect Paris to France's Overseas Territories, as well as the United States, French bee's long-haul low-cost model faces significant cost pressures. These have only intensified this year as the Middle East conflict drags on and fuel prices...
