MY FREIGHTER, the Uzbekistan-based cargo airline, has officially launched a new twice-weekly Boeing 767-300F service between Tashkent International Airport (TAS) and Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) in the Netherlands. This move marks a strategic expansion of the airline’s European footprint and enhances its air cargo capacity linking Central Asia with Western Europe.
Air Europa has formally agreed to a €300 million (approximately $349 million) investment offer from Turkish Airlines in exchange for a minority stake in the Spanish carrier. The strategic move is designed to bolster Turkish Airlines’ reach into the Latin American market, a region where it seeks deeper connectivity despite the two carriers belonging to different global alliances—SkyTeam for Air Europa and Star…
British Airways has unveiled its 2026 summer schedule, revealing strategic long-haul network expansions and frequency boosts across multiple destinations. The carrier continues to adjust its international offering to meet rising demand and enhance connectivity across key leisure and business markets.
Southwest Airlines has entered into a new interline partnership with China Airlines, marking a strategic expansion of its international connectivity. Announced in June 2025, the agreement will allow passengers to book combined tickets that begin with Southwest’s domestic U.S. flights and continue seamlessly on China Airlines’ transpacific services. The operational rollout is set for early 2026.
Qantas, Australia’s national carrier, has announced a major long-haul fleet modernization plan that will see the gradual retirement of its Airbus A380 aircraft and the phased introduction of the Airbus A350-1000. The shift is part of the airline’s broader strategy to improve fuel efficiency, expand ultra-long-haul capabilities, and modernize its intercontinental service offerings.
British Airways has announced the discontinuation of its direct flights from London Gatwick to Las Vegas, effective October 25, 2025. This route adjustment is part of the airline’s broader strategic realignment of long-haul operations for the summer 2026 schedule. The move signals a consolidation of its Las Vegas services through London Heathrow, which will remain the sole British Airways hub…
China Southern Airlines is set to make aviation headlines by launching a new route between Guangzhou and Darwinoperated by the Boeing 737 MAX, establishing the fourth-longest 737 MAX route currently serving Australia. The new service will span approximately 2,733 miles (4,399 kilometers) and is scheduled for a maximum flight time of 5 hours and 30 minutes, showcasing the impressive range capabilities of the narrowbody aircraft.
Air Côte d’Ivoire has officially revealed its first Airbus A330-900neo, which will be used to launch direct long-haul flights between Abidjan and Paris, a significant first for the airline and for the country’s aviation sector. The aircraft was unveiled on August 6, 2025, just ahead of Côte d’Ivoire’s 65th independence anniversary, symbolizing a new era in Ivorian civil aviation.
SMBC Aviation Capital has completed the delivery of two Airbus A320neo aircraft to Royal Jordanian Airlines, marking the beginning of an important partnership between the Dublin-based lessor and the flag carrier of Jordan.
Air Canada has announced a significant expansion of its Goodwill Policy, extending coverage to include reasonable accommodation and out-of-pocket expenses for passengers affected by the recent CUPE strike disruption. The update builds upon the flexible rebooking measures previously in place and aims to further support customers impacted between August 15 and 23, 2025.
