Qantas A380 Found With Tool Left On Wing after post-flight inspections revealed a maintenance tool had been left on the aircraft during prior technical work, raising renewed scrutiny over maintenance procedures at the Australian flag carrier.
Southwest Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its longstanding reliance on the Boeing 737 family as the backbone of its operations. The aircraft, carrying manufacturer serial number 42668, will be registered as N8976K once it joins the fleet. This latest addition further strengthens Southwest’s status as the world’s largest operator of the Boeing…
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.
British Airways has unveiled a significant expansion of its long-haul schedule for the summer 2026 season, reflecting a strong recovery in demand for leisure and business travel across key global markets. The airline is set to boost capacity from both London Heathrow and London Gatwick, with a particular focus on destinations in Asia, North America, and the Caribbean.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has officially taken delivery of its 10th Airbus A350-1000, continuing its strategic overhaul of its international long-haul fleet. The newest aircraft, registered as JA10WJ, joined the fleet on July 17, 2025, as part of the airline’s broader plan to phase out its aging Boeing 777-300ERs in favor of more efficient, modern widebodies.
