Edelweiss introduces first A320neo, advancing fleet modernisation
Edelweiss Air has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320neo, marking a key milestone in the airline’s fleet renewal strategy. The aircraft, registered HB-JDB, arrived in Zurich from the UK and represents a new generation of short- and medium-haul jets, offering improved fuel efficiency, lower CO? emissions, and reduced noise thanks to advanced engine technology
Icelandair reports 10% passenger growth in March amid weather challenges
Icelandair carried 342,000 passengers in March 2026, marking a 10% increase compared to the same month last year, driven by strong demand to and from Iceland. Traffic to Iceland rose by 16% and outbound traffic increased by 32%, while connecting passengers declined by 6% as the airline focused more on point-to-point markets. This strategy contributed
Oslo Airport unveils major expansion plan to boost cargo and passenger capacity
Oslo Airport has launched an ambitious long-term modernisation plan aimed at handling growing passenger numbers and surging export demand, particularly in the cargo sector. Led by airport operator Avinor, the project includes a complete rethink of the airport’s layout. A key element is the construction of a new cargo and logistics hub on the west
BOC Aviation adds SKY Airline as new customer with A321XLR lease deal
Aircraft leasing company BOC Aviation has signed a lease agreement with Chilean low-cost airline SKY Airline for three Airbus A321XLR aircraft, marking a new partnership between the two companies. The deal involves a purchase-and-leaseback arrangement, with deliveries scheduled across 2026 and 2027. The aircraft will be powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines and represent the
Lightning strike forces LOT flight back to Warsaw, no injuries reported
An Embraer E-190 passenger jet registered SP-LMC operated by LOT Polish Airlines was forced to return to Warsaw shortly after takeoff following a lightning strike en route to Istanbul as flight LO135. The aircraft departed from Warsaw Chopin Airport but turned back as a precautionary measure after being struck during the ascending phase of the
Ryanair applauds jail sentence for unruly passenger, reinforces zero-tolerance policy
Ryanair has welcomed a UK court ruling that sentenced a disruptive passenger to 10 months in prison following serious misconduct on a flight from Kraków to Bristol in November 2025. The individual was convicted by Bristol Crown Court after pleading guilty to consuming duty-free alcohol, verbally abusing fellow passengers, and refusing to follow crew instructions
airBaltic expands fleet with fourth A220-300 delivery of 2026
airBaltic has taken delivery of its fourth Airbus A220-300 of 2026, further strengthening its single-type fleet strategy. The aircraft, registered YL-BTF, has joined the airline’s base in Riga. The A220-300 remains the backbone of airBaltic’s operations, serving both its own network and ACMI partnerships across Europe. This flexible deployment allows the airline to adjust capacity
Spirit Airlines goes bananas
Spirit Airlines is leaning all the way into its most famous nickname — the “banana plane” — with a bold new branding campaign that transforms six of its bright‑yellow aircraft into full‑on banana‑t…
Budapest gains new Seoul link as Asiana Airlines launches direct flights
Budapest Airport has expanded its long-haul network with the arrival of Asiana Airlines, which launched a new twice-weekly direct service to Seoul on April 3, 2026. The new route complements existing services by Korean Air, bringing total capacity to more than 2,000 weekly seats and establishing daily non-stop connectivity between the Hungarian and South Korean
SWISS Flight to Zurich Diverts to Brussels Amid Possible Cabin Fire
A Swiss International Air Lines aircraft operating flight LX325 made an emergency landing at Brussels Airport on Monday evening following reports of a possible fire in the cabin. The aircraft, registered HB-JDH, had departed London at 18:45 and was scheduled to arrive in Zurich shortly after 20:00. While flying near Charleroi, the crew identified a
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