airline news

Air India Express expands Madhya Pradesh network, adding daily Bhopal flights to Delhi and Mumbai and direct Indore-Abu Dhabi routes in 2026.

WestJet secures the top spot for North American on-time performance in 2026, leading rivals Delta, Air Canada, and Alaska Airlines in flight punctuality.

Aviation pioneer Wally Funk passes away at 87 in Grapevine Texas leaving behind a historic legacy in civilian aviation and commercial space travel.

Virgin Australia is restoring its second daily Sydney to Doha codeshare service for the northern winter season, expanding connectivity to Europe.

Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet increase international flight frequencies to Tokyo, Seoul, and Osaka to support peak summer travel and business.

Vietnam introduces the Halal Connect platform to support Halal-certified dining and travel services. Review passenger flight connections and entry guidelines.

Vietnam Airlines increases flight connectivity to Da Nang as Terminal 2 expands capacity to 6 million passengers. Review route tables and entry guide.

US international aviation experienced a major surge in Q1 2026 as legacy carriers expanded long-haul flight networks despite rising fuel costs.

United States airports experience record passenger volumes during the 2026 Independence Day holiday period despite average return fares of $830.

Over 150 flights cancelled and 500 delayed across JFK, SFO, Atlanta, Denver, and Toronto. Review passenger compensation rules and rebooking advisory.

Major US carriers are aggressively pivoting fleet configurations toward high-margin premium real estate, fundamentally altering the passenger experience for budget travelers in 2026.

Delta, United, and American Airlines are aggressively expanding premium seating, creating a widening cabin divide for air travelers.