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…
STARLUX Airlines has announced a significant commercial partnership with American Airlines, aimed at expanding travel convenience between North America and Asia. The agreement, unveiled on August 15, 2025, will allow passengers to enjoy streamlined services including single-ticket booking and through-checked baggage, simplifying connections between North America and Taipei.
Etihad Airways is in the final stages of preparation for the delivery of a new Airbus A350-1000, as part of its broader fleet modernization initiative. The incoming aircraft, registered as A6-WBI and bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 736, represents a strategic enhancement to Etihad’s long-haul capabilities.
Japan Airlines is finalizing preparations for the upcoming delivery of a new Airbus A350-900, continuing its long-term fleet modernization efforts. The aircraft, bearing the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 731, is part of the airline’s strategy to enhance fuel efficiency and passenger comfort across long-haul international routes.
Emirates will introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick starting 8 February 2026, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s operations in the UK. This additional service, designated EK069/070, will be operated using the airline’s newest aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, featuring state-of-the-art cabin interiors and enhanced passenger experience across three classes.
British Airways has announced the launch of special Avios-only flights between London Heathrow and Cape Townduring the peak festive period in December 2025. These flights will allow British Airways Executive Club members to book seats exclusively using Avios, the airline’s loyalty currency, rather than cash fares.
Swiss’ inaugural Airbus A350-900 has officially entered flight testing, marking a key milestone in the aircraft’s progress toward delivery. The A350-941, carrying manufacturer serial number 737, is registered as HB-IFA and has been named “Lausanne.” It is currently undergoing evaluations at Airbus’ Hamburg facility as part of the final stages before handover.
Lufthansa Group has reported a 27% year-on-year increase in adjusted EBIT for the second quarter of 2025, underscoring its robust financial recovery and efficient operational strategy amid strong travel demand. The group recorded an adjusted EBIT of €1.22 billion, significantly up from €961 million in Q2 2024. This performance reaffirms the Group’s positive full-year forecast, driven by continued passenger growth…
Airbus has reported robust financial and operational performance for the first half of 2025, with revenue reaching €30.9 billion, up from €27.7 billion year-on-year. The company delivered 323 commercial aircraft, including 18 A220s, 256 A320 Family, 23 A330s, and 26 A350s, reflecting solid output amid ongoing recovery across the aviation sector.
Turkish Airlines, the world’s leading carrier by number of countries served, has successfully executed a new Islamic finance transaction for the acquisition of an Airbus A350. The deal, denominated in Swiss Francs (CHF), was signed with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB)—the world’s first Islamic bank and the UAE’s largest Shariah-compliant financial institution.
