Hawaiian Airlines joins oneworld, expanding global reach for Hawai‘i travellers
Hawaiian Airlines has officially joined the oneworld alliance, marking a major milestone for the carrier and significantly boosting global connectivity to and from Hawai‘i. The move integrates Hawaiian Airlines into a network of 15 member carriers serving nearly 1,000 destinations across more than 170 countries. It is the airline’s first participation in a major global
Passenger dies after medical emergency on Cathay Pacific flight to Hong Kong
A 51-year-old passenger has died after collapsing on Cathay Pacific flight CX216 from Manchester, UK, to Hong Kong International Airport, operated by Boeing 777-300ER registered B-KQN. Authorities said the man lost consciousness during the flight. Crew members alerted air traffic control, prompting emergency services to prepare for the aircraft’s arrival. Paramedics boarded the plane immediately
Lufthansa unveils new uniform designed with BOSS ahead of 100th anniversary
Lufthansa has revealed a new generation of uniforms for its staff, marking a major brand refresh as the airline approaches its 100th anniversary. The collection—created in collaboration with BOSS—was presented at a fashion show held at the airline’s Hangar One venue. It covers cockpit, cabin, and ground personnel, blending Lufthansa’s traditional visual identity with a
Air Canada receives its first Airbus A321XLR
Air Canada on April 24, 2026 took delivery in Hamburg of its first Airbus A321XLR, a next-generation single-aisle aircraft designed to fly longer routes efficiently and with greater passenger comfo…
Brussels Airport welcomes new ConnexEurope logistics hub in cargo zone
Brussels Airport has strengthened its cargo infrastructure with the inauguration of a new logistics facility developed in partnership with ConnexEurope, which will serve as the company’s Belgian headquarters. Located in the airport’s cargo zone, the new site consolidates ConnexEurope’s local operations under one roof, bringing together warehousing and office functions to improve coordination across its
NTSB: Missed warning and lack of tracking technology led to deadly LaGuardia collision
A preliminary investigation into last month’s fatal runway collision at New York LaGuardia Airport has identified critical communication failures and missing safety technology as key factors in the accident. According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the driver of a fire truck involved in the crash heard repeated radio instructions to “stop” but did
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol cuts airport fees by over 10% to support airlines amid Middle East tensions
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will temporarily reduce airport charges by more than 10% for airlines, citing rising operational costs linked to the geopolitical situation in the Middle East and soaring kerosene prices. The measure, which runs from April 27, 2026, through March 31, 2027, is designed to help carriers maintain essential air connections to and from
Lufthansa launches first A380 with new Business Class on Munich–Los Angeles route
Lufthansa has introduced its first retrofitted Airbus A380 featuring a completely redesigned Business Class, marking a major step in the airline’s premium cabin upgrade strategy. The aircraft, registered D-AIMC and nicknamed “Mike-Charly,” entered service on April 23, operating flight LH452 from Munich to Los Angeles. It is the first of eight A380s set to undergo
EU Court confirms Lufthansa bailout during COVID-19 was illegal as Ryanair pushes for repayment
The EU’s highest court has definitively ruled against Lufthansa in a long-running legal battle over billions in pandemic-era state aid, confirming that the €6 billion bailout granted by Germany during COVID-19 breached EU competition rules. In its April 23 judgment, the Court of Justice of the European Union dismissed Lufthansa’s appeal against a 2023 decision
Brussels Airlines to drop free hand luggage in new Lufthansa Group fare shake-up
Air travellers flying with Brussels Airlines will soon need to rethink what they pack—and what they pay for it. As part of a broader overhaul by the Lufthansa Group, the Belgian carrier is introducing a new entry-level ticket that no longer includes free hand luggage on short- and medium-haul flights. The new “Economy Basic” fare,
