Plaza Premium Group launches first U.S. ‘Plaza Premium First’ lounge at DFW
Plaza Premium Group has expanded its North American footprint with the opening of two new airport lounges at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, marking the debut of its high-end Plaza Premium First concept in the United States. The new lounges, located in Terminal D, include both Plaza Premium First—the brand’s most premium offering—and a more
Iran conflict drives up airline fuel costs, €88 added to long-haul flights
A recent analysis by Transport & Environment suggests that escalating tensions involving Iran could significantly impact airline operating costs. The study estimates that fuel expenses on long-haul flights from Europe have increased by an average of €88 per passenger, driven by higher oil prices and market instability. On shorter intra-European routes, the increase is estimated
Flughafen Wien Group traffic grows despite Middle East disruptions
Vienna Airport reported modest passenger growth in March 2026, as strong performance across its wider airport group helped offset the impact of geopolitical disruptions on its core hub. The Flughafen Wien Group, which includes Vienna, Malta and Košice airports, handled 3.15 million passengers during the month, a 5.1% increase year-on-year. Growth was driven primarily by
Brussels Airport partners with United Airlines to create pharma cargo corridor with US
Brussels Airport has signed a memorandum of understanding with United Airlines and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership to establish a dedicated pharmaceutical air cargo corridor with Washington Dulles International Airport. The agreement aims to standardise processes and streamline logistics between the two hubs, improving the efficiency and reliability of transatlantic transport for pharmaceutical and life
Cathay Pacific unveils redesigned flagship First Class lounge in Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific has revealed a fully redesigned version of its flagship The Wing, First lounge at Hong Kong International Airport, marking a new phase in its premium ground experience strategy. Set to reopen on 22 April 2026, the lounge introduces a more refined, residential-style design developed with StudioIlse, combining familiar elements with enhanced privacy, comfort
British Airways launches St. Louis and Guernsey
Two new British Airways routes took to the skies on April 19, 2026, as the first flights to St. Louis, Missouri in the US, and Guernsey in the Channel Islands departed from London. St. Louis&nbs…
Ryanair flight diverted to Ostend, passengers left without assistance
Passengers on Sunday's Ryanair flight FR3659 from Milan Bergamo to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Boeing 737-800 registered 9H-QCH) were left stranded overnight after their delayed service was diverted to Ostend-Bruges International Airport, where it landed at 00:45, sparking complaints over a lack of information and assistance. The flight, initially scheduled for 19:40, departed more than
British Airways expands network with St. Louis, Missouri, and Guernsey, Channel Islands, launches
British Airways has launched two new routes from London, adding St. Louis in the United States and Guernsey in the Channel Islands to its network. The new transatlantic service to St. Louis marks the airline’s 27th U.S. destination, with four weekly flights from London Heathrow Airport operated by Boeing 787 aircraft. British Airways is currently
Pilot challenges renaming of Palm Beach airport after Trump
A Florida-based pilot has filed a lawsuit to block the planned renaming of Palm Beach International Airport after Donald Trump, arguing the move is unlawful and could pose safety risks. George W. Poncy Jr., an FAA-licensed pilot, is seeking to overturn a new state law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis that would rename the airport
Finnair avoids €300,000 fine over compensation dispute
Finnair has been cleared by Finland’s Market Court in a dispute over passenger compensation practices, avoiding a proposed €300,000 fine. The case, brought by the Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority and the Consumer Ombudsman, challenged Finnair’s policy of rejecting compensation claims submitted more than two months after a flight disruption. The court ruled that the
