Brussels mayors demand stricter measures to curb aircraft noise from Brussels Airport
The mayors of the 19 municipalities in the Brussels-Capital Region have agreed on a set of demands aimed at reducing aircraft noise over the Belgian capital, calling on multiple levels of government to take action. The joint position, reached earlier this month and reported by Belgian press agency Belga, urges the federal government to respect
SAS flight attendant convicted after reporting for duty under influence at Stockholm Arlanda
A flight attendant working for Scandinavian Airlines has been convicted after attempting to begin duty while under the influence of alcohol at Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Police boarded the aircraft following its arrival in February and carried out a routine check, during which the crew member tested positive in a breathalyser. She admitted to drinking the
Royal Air Maroc expands Belgium–Morocco network with new Brussels-Tetouan route
Royal Air Maroc has launched a new direct twice-weekly service between Brussels and Tetouan, with flights operating on Mondays and Fridays from Brussels Airport. The route aims to improve access to northern Morocco, supporting tourism and economic ties between the two countries. The inaugural flight AT1630/AT1631, operated by Embraer E190 registered CN-RGP, was marked by
Direct flights fuel record Mallorcan tourism boom to Andorra
Travel from Mallorca to Andorra has reached record levels, with over 68,000 travellers visiting the Principality between October 2024 and October 2025. This surge is largely driven by the convenience of direct flights (IB2328/9) between Palma de Mallorca (PMI) and Andorra–La Seu d’Urgell Airport (SEU), now in its third year of operation. A standout moment came
Drone strikes damage radar at Kuwait International Airport, no casualties reported
Kuwait International Airport was targeted by multiple drone attacks, causing significant damage to its radar system but no reported casualties. According to Abdullah Al-Rajhi, spokesperson for the Public Authority for Civil Aviation, the strikes resulted in only limited structural damage beyond the radar impact. Emergency teams responded immediately, assessing the situation and implementing measures to
Budapest Airport expands Summer 2026 network with transatlantic comeback and Asian growth
Budapest Airport is launching a significantly expanded summer 2026 schedule, combining long-haul returns, new Asian connectivity, and a wide range of European additions—marking a major step in its network diversification strategy. ? Transatlantic Routes Return After a seven-year gap, long-haul services to North America are back: American Airlines will operate daily flights to Philadelphia starting
Volotea secures €71 million capital increase to fund next growth phase
Volotea has successfully completed a €71 million capital raise, strengthening its financial position and reinforcing the commitment of key strategic investors as it enters a new growth phase. Strong Backing from Strategic Investors The capital increase was led by: Aegean Airlines (now holding over 20% stake) PAR Capital Alaeo (representing management, led by CEO Carlos
Qantas expands Europe flights as Middle East conflict disrupts air travel
Qantas is increasing its flights to Europe and redeploying aircraft from its U.S. network, as escalating tensions in the Middle East force airlines to reroute services and avoid key Gulf hubs. The airline said it will roll out the changes between mid-April and late July, boosting capacity on major European routes. Flights between Perth and
Wizz Air strengthens links from Eindhoven and Charleroi to Yerevan as part of broader Armenia expansion
Wizz Air is reinforcing its network between Western Europe and the Caucasus by combining new Eindhoven and Brussels South Charleroi routes with a wider strategic expansion in Armenia, including additional aircraft and new destinations. Eindhoven–Yerevan Route Confirmed The airline will connect Eindhoven Airport and Yerevan from 26 October 2026, operating: 3 weekly flights (Monday, Wednesday,
Ryanair urges Belgium to scrap aviation tax hike immediately to avoid traffic loss
Ryanair is calling on Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever to immediately abolish the planned fivefold increase in aviation taxes, warning that delaying a decision until July risks significant losses in traffic, tourism, and jobs. The airline argues that waiting to “reassess” the tax mid-summer is ineffective, as airlines will have already finalised their Winter
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