Air India, is negotiating a $200 million bank loan to acquire a fleet of Boeing 777 aircraft from a US-based leasing company, sources familiar with the matter revealed.

Avolon, a leading global aviation finance company, has ordered 90 Airbus aircraft, including 15 A330neo and 75 A321neo, increasing its total orders to 79 A330neos and 264 A321neos. This move underscores Avolon's confidence in the sustained demand for new aircraft.

London Heathrow Airport plans to submit revised proposals for a third runway to the government by July 31, 2025, opting for a shorter runway to cut costs and minimize disruption. The original $19 billion (£14 billion) plan from 2014, which included rerouting the M25 into a tunnel and demolishing 750 homes, a school, and an energy plant, was paused...

On December 29, 2024, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at Muan Airport, South Korea, killing 179 of 181 passengers and crew, marking the nation's deadliest air disaster. Investigators found that pilots mistakenly shut down the less-damaged left engine after a bird strike, according to a source close to the probe.

Delta Air Lines canceled a transatlantic flight from Stockholm to New York after Swedish authorities arrested one of its pilots for suspected alcohol intoxication at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). The incident occurred around 09:15 local time during a routine check, just before Delta Flight 205, bound for John F. Kennedy International Airport...

Gulf Air, Bahrain's national airline, has entered into an agreement with Boeing to acquire 12 787 Dreamliners, with options for six more. Once finalized, this deal will boost Gulf Air's firm orders to 14 of these fuel-efficient widebody aircraft.

Luxair, Luxembourg's national airline, unveiled plans for a significant network expansion for the 2026 summer season, introducing nine new leisure-focused routes from Luxembourg (LUX).

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has approved Alaska Air Group (AAG), the parent company of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, to acquire Hawaiian Airlines' certificates, international services, and codeshare approvals. The merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines was finalized in September 2024.

Wizz Air Suspends Abu Dhabi Operations Amid Geopolitical ChallengesDUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Low-cost carrier Wizz Air announced it will halt all flight operations from Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport starting September 1, citing geopolitical instability and operational challenges impacting profitability.

Jetstar Airways and Indian carrier IndiGo have entered a new codeshare agreement aimed at boosting tourism in Australia and New Zealand.

On July 10, 2025, Air Arabia, a prominent low-cost carrier in the MENA region, celebrated the relaunch of its non-stop service connecting Sharjah and Damascus. The inaugural flight departed from Sharjah International Airport with a ceremony attended by Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, Adel Al Ali, Group CEO of Air Arabia,...

In the first half of 2025, Greece's tourism sector achieved a historic milestone as Athens International Airport (AIA) recorded over 15 million passengers, an all-time high for January to June. This 7.6% increase from 2024 underscores Greece's growing appeal as a top European destination, driven by robust domestic and international travel demand,...

The government of Pakistan has approved four potential investors to takeover Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) as it steps up its ambitions to privatize the carrier. The Ministry of Privatization confirmed on July 9, 2025, that the bidders included two consortiums and two single entities. The prequalification of four interested parties for the...

On July 9, 2025, Transavia's retro-style Airbus A321neo, commemorating the airline's 60th anniversary, completed its first test flight. This "F1" flight, a critical pre-delivery evaluation by Airbus, saw technicians and pilots verify the aircraft's systems, from taxiing and takeoff to high-altitude flight and landing.

Etihad Airways will enhance its Kolkata service with the Airbus A321LR, starting September 26, 2025, reinforcing its commitment to India. All flights between Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi (AUH), and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (CCU), will utilize this next-generation aircraft, offering an elevated travel...