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Airlines & AirportsSouthwest Launches 10 New Nonstop Routes From This Major City: Full List & Map
Airlines & AirportsSkift Global Forum Preview: Intrepid’s Chairman on the Climate Cost His Rivals Sidestep
You created the demand, so you own the emissions. That's Darrell Wade's case for counting the customer flights most operators leave off their carbon books, and the competitive cost it carries. We'll test whether the industry can afford to follow at Skift Global Forum this September.
Airlines & AirportsHyderabad-Tashkent flight to strengthen tourism, pharma and healthcare ties, says envoy
Airlines & AirportsDelta Air Lines Launches New 14-Hour Route In 3 Months: See Flights Now
Airlines & AirportsEveryone Is All In on the Airbus A321XLR — Except Delta
More airlines are embracing long-haul flying on narrowbody jets — in a competitive transatlantic market, they allow airlines to launch service in smaller cities. However, Delta is not convinced.
Chandra says Air India must regain passenger trust; new CEO vows to 'Make Air India Great Again'
Air India's newly appointed CEO, Tewolde Gebremariam, called on staff to bring back the airline's prestigious reputation. Highlighting the importance of regaining passenger confidence and improving financial stability, he acknowledged the formidable challenges ahead. With safety concerns lingering, the revival of Air India is expected to require years of relentless dedication, alongside considerable investments in fleet upgrades and operational enhancements.
Singapore defends SIA’s Air India investment, says overseas growth is essential
Singapore's transport minister has strongly backed Singapore Airlines' decision to invest in Air India, emphasizing the necessity for overseas growth given the constraints of the local market. This investment, funded entirely from the airline's financial resources, represents a significant long-term strategic commitment aimed at enhancing its global presence through a multi-hub strategy.
Flights to and from Indonesia's capital resume after volcanic eruption forced a 2-day closure
Following a two-day disruption due to volcanic ash, flights to and from Jakarta have resumed as of Tuesday. Authorities lifted the closure of Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma airports post safety evaluations. Despite the Anak Krakatau volcano's ongoing activity, eruptions have paused since Sunday. In response to the situation, schools in the affected regions transitioned to online learning to ensure student safety.
Airlines & AirportsEtihad expands Saudi footprint with new direct route to The Red Sea
Cathay Pacific and Google expand AI trial to reduce contrail warming
Cathay Pacific and Google are expanding trials of AI-powered contrail avoidance across Cathay’s Asia and transpacific network. The partnership will use predictive AI, satellite imagery and weather data to identify contrail-forming conditions and support flight-level altitude adjustments. An initial trial involving more than 80 flights achieved an estimated 40 per cent reduction in the warming impact of contrails, according to Google.
IndiGo to launch direct Guwahati-Bangkok flights from 27 October
IndiGo will commence bi-weekly non-stop flights between Guwahati and Bangkok from 27 October 2026, marking the airline’s first international operations from Guwahati and direct international connectivity from Northeast India. The new service will strengthen air links between the region and Thailand, supporting leisure and business travel, tourism, trade and cultural exchange while positioning Guwahati as an emerging international gateway.
Airlines & AirportsViral Video: Parents Surprised To See Their Daughter As Cabin Crew On Air India Flight
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