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ASKY Airlines plans to increase several West and Central African flight frequencies in October 2026. The changes will create more scheduled travel options through its Lomé hub, particularly for passengers heading to Cameroon, the Central African Republic and Chad. From October 1, the Lomé–Douala–Bangui service is scheduled to rise from four to seven flights a
Airbus is preparing its A350F freighter for a first flight as the aircraft moves through ground checks and flight-test preparations. The milestone will begin a critical stage for a new long-haul cargo aircraft targeting service in 2027. The A350F has not yet made its first flight. Airbus said in September 2026 that teams were rehearsing
McGee Air Services has named interim leader Ben Reed as its president, effective October 1, 2026. The appointment places an experienced Alaska Air Group operations executive in charge of ground services across six airports. Reed will lead more than 3,200 McGee employees. His responsibilities will cover business strategy, growth initiatives, financial performance and the daily
Spirit Airlines’ fleet restructuring has become an aircraft wind-down following the cancellation of all its flights in May 2026. The development marks a major change for a carrier that helped make low-fare travel available across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. Spirit announced on May 2 that it had begun winding down operations
Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Tampa and Charleston international airports lead their respective categories in the 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study. Their results show how easier navigation, improved terminals and thoughtful amenities can shape a passenger’s experience. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport ranked first among mega airports for the third consecutive year, scoring 684 out of 1,000. Tampa
Cairo, Casablanca, Addis Ababa and Johannesburg remain central to how international travellers reach and explore Africa in 2026. Their airports connect visitors with destinations across the continent while linking African markets to Europe, Asia and beyond. The four gateways serve different regions and travel needs. Cairo provides access to Egypt and onward connections. Casablanca links
Austrian Airlines is adding 100 flights for the 2026 autumn holidays, extending popular summer routes into the first week of its winter schedule. The expansion brings more options for travellers heading to Italy, Spain, Greece and other Mediterranean destinations. The airline will switch from its summer to winter timetable during the weekend of October 24–25.
Airport lounges in Rome, London, Vienna, Istanbul and Munich rank among the world’s top 20 independent lounges in 2026. Rome Fiumicino’s Plaza Premium Lounge leads the European entries at second worldwide, while Heathrow’s Terminal 4 Plaza Premium Lounge ranks fourth. Vienna Lounge places 12th, followed by Istanbul Airport’s iGA Lounge in 17th and Munich Airport’s
Vietnam Airlines has signed cooperation agreements with Visa and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to develop a more connected passenger journey. The agreements, announced on September 24, cover payments, loyalty, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, data and inflight connectivity. For travellers, the ambition extends beyond buying a ticket. Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority says the initiative aims to
United Airlines’ planned Airbus A321XLR fleet could expand nonstop travel between the United States and Europe. The long-range, single-aisle aircraft gives the carrier another option for routes where a larger jet may offer too many seats. United has ordered 50 A321XLR aircraft. Its plans position the jet for transatlantic flying as the airline renews its
US aviation sanctions are disrupting Iran flights, pushing thousands of travellers towards congested and increasingly costly overland routes through neighbouring countries.
Edinburgh Airport announces a £500m expansion to transform its terminal, add new gates and strengthen Scotland’s international connectivity.
