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New RTL series follows KLM colleagues: from the ground to the sky

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 13:25:22 EST

What happens behind the scenes before an aircraft departs? Who are the people responsible for getting passengers to their destinations safely and on time? Beginning November 18, viewers across the Netherlands will get a unique look inside the world of KLM employees who help make the airline's operation possible. The new series KL24/7 follows a variety of KLM colleagues as they go about their daily work. - - The day-to-day operation of an airline is a complex collaboration involving...

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Virgin Australia announces major investment in lounge network, with invitation-only Beyond Lounge to reopen in Perth

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 09:14:12 EST

- - • Virgin Australia will expand its exclusive Beyond Lounge network to Perth and invest in a significant refurbishment of its Brisbane domestic Lounge. - - • Once complete, the Virgin Australia Brisbane Lounge will offer 100 additional seats, alongside upgraded facilities and new spaces to work and relax. - - • The Beyond Lounge investment reflects Virgin Australia's growing corporate customer base in Western Australia, particularly across the energy, mining and resources sectors. - - •...

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SWISS to introduce Airbus A350 service to Mumbai from mid-December

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 07:20:44 EST

SWISS is expanding its Airbus A350-900 operations and will introduce the new aircraft on its Zurich-Mumbai route from 15 December 2026. This will bring the new “SWISS Senses” long-haul travel experience to flights to India for the first time. - - Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) will introduce its new Airbus A350 on flights between Zurich and Mumbai from 15 December 2026. Travelers to India will thus be able to enjoy the new “SWISS Senses” long-haul travel experience for the first ti...

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AirAsia spreads Deepavali cheer with festive surprises for Chennai-bound guests

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 07:04:26 EST

In conjunction with Deepavali, AirAsia spread festive cheer at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 by surprising guests travelling on AirAsia flight AK 13 to Chennai with specially curated festive goodie bags ahead of their journey. Each bag featured exclusive AirAsia merchandise and AirAsia MOVE hotel discount vouchers - adding a little extra joy to the festive travel experience. - - Joining the AirAsia team - led by Kesavan Sivanandam, Deputy Group Chief Operations Officer of Ai...

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Air New Zealand named world's best airline in USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 03:44:48 EST

The airline was also ranked second for Business Class, Cabin Crew, Economy Class and Inflight Food. The results were decided by public vote from nominees selected by a panel of subject matter experts and USA TODAY 10BEST editors. - - Air New Zealand Chief Commercial Officer Scott Wilkinson says international recognition for the airline also helps put New Zealand in the spotlight. - - "When Air New Zealand is recognised internationally, New Zealand is recognised too. We compete for travelle...

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Royal Schiphol Group seeks to increase its stake in Maastricht Aachen Airport

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 03:43:24 EST

Royal Schiphol Group (RSG) intends to increase its stake in Maastricht Aachen Airport (MAA) from 40 to 80 percent. To this end, Royal Schiphol Group has made an offer to the Province of Limburg. By acquiring a larger stake, Royal Schiphol Group aims to take greater responsibility for the further development of Maastricht Aachen Airport The Province of Limburg will remain a shareholder with a 20 percent stake. The proposed increase remains subject to further decision-making and final agree...

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AACO and SITA come together to put AI to work on baggage disruption for Arab airlines

Wed, 4 Nov 2026 10:39:56 EST

Getting a delayed bag back to its owner is about to become simpler for Arab airlines, under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the Arab Air Carriers' Organization (AACO) and SITA at the association's 59th Annual General Meeting. The agreement makes WorldTracer® Bag Mate, SITA's new approach to mishandled bags, available to AACO's member airlines. Its AI handles routine baggage requests and hands complex cases over to human specialists, so passengers get their bags back sooner. T...

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Lufthansa Group and Portuguese Government Sign Agreement for Acquisition of a Minority Stake in TAP Air Portugal

Tue, 3 Nov 2026 19:25:37 EST

- - • Purchase price of 1.025 billion euros for an initial stake of 44.9 percent - • CEO Carsten Spohr: “Today's signing is an excellent signal that extends far into our shared future with TAP Air Portugal and the further development of the Lufthansa Group.” - • Completion subject to regulatory approvals - - - The Lufthansa Group and the Portuguese government today signed the agreement for the acquisition of an initial minority stake of 44.9 percent in TAP Air Portugal at Humberto Del...

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Avolon, I Squared Capital and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority Launch Constellation Aviation

Mon, 2 Nov 2026 11:23:22 EST

Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, today announced an agreement to establish Constellation Aviation (“Constellation”), a new aircraft leasing infrastructure investment platform formed through a joint venture with I Squared Capital, a leading infrastructure investor, and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (“ADIA”). - - Constellation will combine long-term institutional capital with Avolon's established aircraft leasing capabilities to create a sca...

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SES to supply Finnair with Ground-like Connectivity Experience in the Skies

Mon, 2 Nov 2026 11:10:51 EST

SES today announced a new agreement with Finnair, Finland's flagship airline, to equip 18 E195-E2s with multi-orbit in-flight connectivity, enabling Finnair's customers to enjoy fast, reliable internet access throughout their journey. - - Under the agreement, the Embraer E2 aircraft, which will be line-fitted at Embraer, will be equipped with SES's electronically steered array antenna (ESA) offering reliable connectivity to the SES multi-orbit network, combining SES's geostationary (GEO) sa...

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IATA Calls for Fairer Approach to Inadmissible Passengers

Mon, 2 Nov 2026 10:29:13 EST

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for a fairer balance of responsibility and costs between governments and airlines when passengers are refused entry on arrival. - - Airlines play an important role in preventing inadmissible passenger cases by checking travel documents before departure, but not every refusal can be prevented by an airline. Passengers can be refused entry for reasons beyond an airline's reasonable control. These include cases where airlines do not h...

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Air New Zealand boosts Christchurch connections with year-round Singapore flights and new Bali service

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:52:24 EDT

Air New Zealand Chief Executive, Nikhil Ravishankar, says the announcements mark another step in the airline's international growth to and from Christchurch, giving South Islanders more choice and strengthening connections that support tourism and economic growth across the region. - - "Christchurch is an important part of Air New Zealand's future, and these new routes reflect the confidence we have here and the opportunities ahead for the South Island. - - "More flights and more destinati...

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A321neo flies employees' stories across Europe

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:41:22 EDT

- - • Lufthansa Airbus A321neo “Hamm” (D-AIEM) now fully decorated in special anniversary livery - • Twelve designs by employees tell personal stories, from a special flight during the pandemic to German reunification - - - For several months, an Airbus A321neo has been flying for Lufthansa in an extraordinary special livery, which was added to step by step over the anniversary year. - - “Hamm” now carries its complete anniversary livery. Twelve designs under the motto “Made by many. Re...

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More Premium Seating on KLM Flights to Aruba and Bonaire This Winter

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 03:15:17 EDT

KLM is offering passengers to Aruba and Bonaire more options for extra comfort this winter. The airline will deploy its Boeing 777 and Boeing 787-10 aircraft on the route to Aruba and Bonaire. These aircraft offer more capacity in both World Business Class and Premium Comfort Class, allowing passengers to enjoy an even more comfortable travel experience to both Caribbean islands. - - By deploying its Boeing fleet, KLM is responding to the growing demand for premium travel. Previously, KLM...

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SWISS celebrates inaugural flight to Bengaluru

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:56:38 EDT

SWISS flight LX140 departed Zurich for Bengaluru for the first time. With five weekly nonstop flights, we are connecting Switzerland with one of India's most dynamic technology and business hubs. The new route opens up exciting opportunities for our guests, whether they are traveling for business, visiting family and friends, or exploring southern India. - - On the occasion of the inaugural flight, SWISS CEO Jens Fehlinger said: - - “With Bengaluru, we are launching more than just a new flig...

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Lufthansa Group appoints Gabriella Galantis as Senior Director - Regional Sales Japan and South Korea

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:03:23 EDT

Lufthansa Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Gabriella Galantis as Senior Director – Regional Sales Japan and South Korea. Based in Tokyo, Gabriella will oversee all commercial activities across Lufthansa Group's Northeast Asia region. - - Gabriella Galantis brings extensive leadership experience gained over more than three decades with the Lufthansa Group. She began her career in Milan in 1994 as a Lufthansa Management Trainee before taking on a range of commercial roles at Lu...

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Lufthansa and Fraport Inaugurate the “Gate of the Future” at Frankfurt Airport

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:31:41 EDT

- - • Digital services, real-time information, and revamped waiting areas deliver greater comfort and more efficient processes for passengers and employees - • Gate A16 serving as a test environment for future gate concepts at Frankfurt Airport - - - Welcome to Gate A16, the “Gate of the Future” in Frankfurt Airport's Terminal 1. This redesigned departure gate features a completely new look with lounge-style furniture and flexible working areas, along with live updates on departing flights...

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SITA strengthens its position in airline operations with agreement to acquire Flightscape

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:45:05 EDT

SITA has agreed to acquire Flightscape, CAE Inc.'s airline operations software business, whose solutions help airlines plan flights, manage crews, control operations, coordinate ground activities and deliver in-flight services. The acquisition will help airlines make better operational decisions and coordinate recovery more effectively across the aviation ecosystem. - - As aviation grows, so does the complexity of running it. By 2050, more than 10 billion people are expected to fly each yea...

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Lufthansa launches nonstop Kuala Lumpur-Frankfurt service

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:39:31 EDT

- - • New year-round connection strengthens Lufthansa's presence in Southeast Asia - • Dreamliner & Lufthansa Allegris travel experience arrive in Malaysia - - - Lufthansa Airlines today celebrates the launch of its new nonstop service between Kuala Lumpur and Frankfurt, connecting Malaysia's capital with one of Europe's leading aviation hubs. - - The new service, initially 5 days a week and operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, features 287 seats across three travel classes and fitted...

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Data Conversion Laboratory Enhances Harmonizer with New Style-Based Analysis

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:00:00 EDT

Data Conversion Laboratory (DCL), a leader in structured data and content transformations, announces new functionality in its Harmonizer product that adds style-based analysis for Word documents, enabling reuse analysis to target the most important material in technical documentation and knowledge management. Harmonizer is a software application that analyzes documents across an entire collection to provide insights into content redundancy, inconsistencies, and structure improvements....

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IATA Partners with OneVasco to Streamline Visa Applications

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:01:26 EDT

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and OneVasco announced that OneVasco's visa concierge service will be integrated into IATA's Timatic Solutions. This will simplify international air travel by connecting visa information and application services, enabling travelers to move directly from checking entry requirements through Timatic to applying for a visa, in a seamless digital experience. - - “Understanding what travel documents and visas are required for a journey is compli...

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AirAsia flights impacted by Typhoon Champi

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:30:07 EDT

Typhoon Champi is expected to impact AirAsia Group flight operations to and from Taipei (TPE) and Kaohsiung (KHH) between 23 October 2026 and 24 October 2026. - - AirAsia has notified affected guests of their flight status and available service recovery options using the contact details provided in their bookings. As the weather situation remains fluid, guests travelling to or from the affected destinations on these dates are advised to stay updated via the AirAsia MOVE app ( airasia.com/fl...

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Lufthansa Group strengthens its brand presence with dedicated B2C campaign

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:27:44 EDT

- - • Campaign line “Greatness is a Group effort” illustrates the strength of the Lufthansa Group - • Campaign is the next step in the repositioning since the launch of the new brand identity at the end of 2025 - • First B2C brand campaign of an airline group worldwide - - - Lufthansa Group will launch its own B2C brand campaign for the first time. The aim is to highlight the Group's strengths and the benefits to customers through the strong alliance of the Group's airlines. The...

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London City Airport selects Amadeus for tech transformation

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:24:42 EDT

This deal underpins Amadeus' vision to connect the travel ecosystem and enable smoother traveler experiences with biometrics and innovative technology. London City Airport is located in the heart of London's historic Royal Docks and is the capital's most central airport. It is known internationally for its punctuality, speed of service and award-winning passenger experience. - - The airport, which has permission to grow towards a passenger cap of nine million passengers per year, has chose...

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From Fiordland to 30,000ft: Kiwi producers take flight on Josh Emett's first Air New Zealand menu

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:39:55 EDT

From wild Fiordland venison and South Island salmon to Bay of Plenty kiwifruit and Martinborough Pinot Noir, the menu celebrates ingredients and flavours from across the country. Emett joined Air New Zealand as Premium Culinary Ambassador in May and says his first menu showcases the ingredients that make New Zealand food special. - - “New Zealand is home to some of the world's best produce, and I wanted to create dishes that let those ingredients shine,” says Josh Emett. - - "The menu is a t...

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Green Beans Coffee Partners with Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt to Support Local Families

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:18:19 EDT

For the month of October, Green Beans Coffee has teamed up with Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt for a fundraising campaign inviting travelers to make a difference in the lives of children and families in the local community. - - One of the nation's leading children's hospitals, Monroe Carell relies on philanthropy to help provide advanced, personalized care for a wide range of pediatric health issues, from common illnesses and broken bones to complex conditions such as h...

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Viasat delivers major capacity boost across the United States for JetXP business aviation customers

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:17:54 EDT

Viasat Inc., a global leader in satellite communications, announced that its JetXP in-flight connectivity solution now delivers five times more capacity in the United States for business aviation customers using Honeywell Aerospace's JetWave terminals, unlocking an even greater experience across the world's largest private jet market. - - The capacity boost, which was initially rolled out over the Eastern United States, has now expanded nationwide as part of Viasat's efforts to continuousl...

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El Salvador to process traveler data prior to arrival by flight or cruise, first in Central America

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:45:44 EDT

El Salvador's border authorities can now assess air and sea travelers before they enter or leave the country. This lets officers focus on the passengers who need more attention, strengthening security while making crossings smoother for everyone else. The General Directorate of Migration and Foreigners (DGME), part of the Ministry of Justice and Public Security, has deployed SITA's traveler data gateway solution. El Salvador is the first country in Central America to use it, connecting ai...

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Corporate Demand Could Support Up to 1.9 Million Tonnes of SAF by 2030

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:16:37 EDT

he International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airbus, and Accenture released a SAF Environmental Attribute Certificate (EAc) Market study which estimates that corporate purchases could support between 1.0 million and 1.9 million tonnes of SAF by 2030, up from an estimated 323,000 tonnes in 2024. This is a strong demand signal for more SAF production, provided factors limiting corporate participation, such as unclear accounting rules, high prices, and purchasing complexity, are ad...

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Xoople and GMV announce broad partnership for the Flight Operations Software (FOS) for Xoople Constellation and Earth Intelligence applications

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:41:38 EDT

Xoople, the company building Earth's System of Record™, and GMV, a global leader in Satellite Control Systems (SCS) and Flight Operations Software (FOS), announced a strategic partnership spanning both the FOS for Xoople's satellite constellation and the downstream development of Earth Intelligence applications. - - Xoople is building a continuously updated representation of physical change across the planet by combining Earth data, scalable cloud infrastructure and advanced AI delivered th...

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Air New Zealand punctuality climbs to 87.3 percent, ranking third in Asia Pacific

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:16:36 EDT

In September, 87.3 percent of Air New Zealand flights arrived within 15 minutes of schedule, up from 85.3 percent in August and 75.5 percent for the same time last year. The global average for airline on-time performance was 77.7% percent in September 2026. - - The result also placed Air New Zealand third among Asia Pacific airlines for on-time performance in aviation analytics company Cirium's rankings for September. - - The airline operated 13,072 flights during the month, with regional...

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SITA agrees to acquire Collins Aerospace Airport Solutions, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and the future of airports, airlines, and the wider air transport industry

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:03:22 EDT

SITA has agreed to acquire Collins Aerospace Airport Solutions, which provides passenger processing, baggage, and airport operations technology capabilities, strengthening SITA's ability to deliver more seamless and resilient operations across the air transport industry. - - Collins Aerospace Airport Solutions provides technology and operational expertise that moves passengers and bags through the terminal, from check-in and self-service touchpoints to bag drop and the mission-critical sys...

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WSS 2026 Speech - Sandrine Le Borgne, IATA Interim Director General

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:38:57 EDT

Ladies and gentlemen, colleagues, - - What unites us at this Symposium is a shared commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 for the aviation sector. - - Yesterday was a powerful reminder of both the scale of the challenge before us and of the strength of the community committed to addressing it. - - We also reinforced an important reality. - - Decarbonizing air transport is not simply about meeting a climate objective. It is about building a more resilient future. It is about...

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New Lufthansa Airbus A350-1000 to fly first to Tokyo

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 03:42:20 EDT

- - • Ferry flight to Munich in mid-November - • First scheduled flight on December 3 from Munich to Tokyo/Haneda - • Additional destinations: Shanghai and Singapore - • First Airbus A350-1000 in anniversary livery is named “Deutschland” - - - In mid-November, the first Lufthansa Airbus A350-1000 will land in Munich from the Airbus facilities in Toulouse. After final preparations by Lufthansa, it is time for takeoff for the first flight with passengers on board: On December 3, 2026,...

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SAS EuroBonus named Airline Loyalty Program of the Year in Europe, Middle East and Africa

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 03:38:26 EDT

SAS EuroBonus has won two awards at the 2026 Frequent Traveler Awards: Airline Loyalty Program of the Year and Best Airline Elite Benefits in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The awards are based on votes from travelers, with more than three million ballots cast this year. - - The awards recognize both the EuroBonus program as a whole and the benefits offered to its most frequent travelers. With more than nine million members, EuroBonus continues to evolve, offering opportuniti...

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DJI Delivers First Drone Dock with Automated, 25-Second Battery Swaps for Always-Ready Aerial Support

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:34:26 EDT

DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, launches DJI Dock 4. Setting a new standard for continuous aerial operations, this is DJI's first drone-in-a-box solution with a 25-second automated battery swap. With this new capability, operators can significantly help close the gap between getting an alert and having full situational awareness, enabling teams to quickly assess scenes and give ground crews better real-time context. It also features the new DJI Mat...

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Judy Wagoner's “My Life as a Military Wife” to be Displayed at a Book Festival at Printers Row, Chicago

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:39:08 EDT

The book marketing and self-publishing company ReadersMagnet will showcase “My Life as a Military Wife” by Judy Wagoner at an upcoming book festival at Printers Row, Chicago. The free, outdoor literary gathering takes place along South Dearborn Street, stretching from Ida B. Wells Drive to Polk Street, on September 12-13, 2026. - - In “My Life as a Military Wife,” Judy Wagoner opens the door to a world often unseen by those outside the armed forces. With honesty, warmth, and a touch...

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ICAO Joins Supporting Alliance for CORSIA EEU Supply

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:09:38 EDT

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced at its World Sustainability Symposium that the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has joined the Supporting Alliance for CORSIA EEU Supply (the Alliance). - - The Alliance brings together more than 80 CORSIA stakeholders to address bottlenecks that limit the availability of Eligible Emissions Units (EEUs). Its work focuses on practical implementation support, including facilitating the processes needed to authori...

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