Diependaele calls Brussels Airport passport delays “unacceptable” as long queues persist
Minister-President of the Flemish Government Matthias Diependaele has called on federal authorities to urgently address ongoing passport control delays at Brussels Airport, describing the situation as “unacceptable” as passengers continue to face long queues and missed flights. According to Diependaele, waiting times of up to two hours and reports of travellers missing departures highlight the
Peach Aviation introduces a new logo and livery
Peach Aviation has officially launched a major brand renewal to mark its 15th anniversary. The airline is retiring its sharp, high‑contrast fuchsia identity and replacing it with a warmer palette b…
Norwegian tests “Singles Seating” concept to spark connections at 40,000 feet
Norwegian Air Shuttle is launching a pilot scheme aimed at solo travellers, introducing designated seating zones designed to encourage passengers to meet and connect during flights. The initiative comes against the backdrop of declining birth rates in Sweden and a broader rise in single-person households. Building on its long-standing positioning of “bringing people together,” the
Condor launches Frankfurt–London Gatwick route with three daily flights, marking UK debut
Condor has inaugurated a three-times-daily service between Frankfurt Airport and London Gatwick Airport, marking both the airline’s first-ever UK route and a key step in its European expansion strategy. Operated with Airbus A320 aircraft in a two-class configuration, the new route is designed to serve both business and leisure travellers, offering flexible departure times throughout
Binter launches Santander–Lanzarote route with daily Canary Islands connectivity
Binter Canarias has inaugurated a new domestic route between Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport and Lanzarote, marking a milestone as its first mainland connection to a non-capital island. The service delivers daily connectivity between Cantabria and the Canary Islands, with flights routed via different islands throughout the week, including Tenerife and Gran Canaria. The launch increases overall
Volotea expands Asturias base with new routes (incl. Brussels) and increased capacity for Summer 2026
Volotea has launched its summer 2026 season in Asturias with a significant expansion, adding four new international routes, increasing capacity, and deploying a third aircraft at its local base. New direct services now link Asturias Airport with Brussels, Rome Fiumicino, Porto and Paris Orly, offering more than 150,000 seats and strengthening the region’s international connectivity.
Icelandair eyes 49% stake in Malta-based Fly Play Europe to boost flexibility
Icelandair has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to explore the acquisition of a 49% stake in Fly Play Europe, a Malta-based carrier holding a local Air Operator Certificate (AOC). The move would give Icelandair access to Malta’s broader air service agreements and tax framework, opening new opportunities—particularly in charter operations—while enhancing the airline’s operational
SAS unveils anniversary aircraft to mark 80 years of operations
SAS Scandinavian Airlines has launched its 80th anniversary celebrations with a specially painted Airbus A330-300, highlighting eight decades of connecting Scandinavia with the world. The milestone marks 80 years since the airline’s first intercontinental flight in 1946, when a Stockholm–New York route established a vital transatlantic link. Today, SAS operates a broad international network spanning
PIA returns to London with Heathrow flights after six-year hiatus
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has resumed direct flights to Heathrow Airport, marking its return to the UK capital after a six-year suspension and restoring a key air link between Pakistan and Britain. The relaunch began with flight PK-785 from Islamabad, which departed on Sunday to strong demand, with all seats sold out. The airline will
Eurowings launches in-flight weddings in bid to revive marriage rates
Eurowings has unveiled a novel service allowing couples to get married on board scheduled flights, positioning itself as the first airline to offer legally recognised weddings in the air. The initiative comes amid a historic decline in marriage rates in Germany, with the airline aiming to bring a new dimension to wedding ceremonies by moving
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