How the 2025 shutdown worsens the air traffic controller shortage
The government shutdown has deepened a preexisting air traffic controller shortage, forcing the FAA to meter traffic and…
Vietnam Airlines Expands Vietnam–Philippines Links With Direct Flights
Vietnam Airlines runs seven weekly nonstop flights to Manila since June 17, 2024, and will add three weekly…
Spirit Airlines Backs Out of Airbus Order Amid AerCap Dispute
Spirit secured a $150 million AerCap settlement, rejected 27 Airbus leases, and canceled over 60 Airbus orders while…
Delta CRJ900 Collision at LaGuardia Under NTSB Investigation
Two Endeavor Air CRJ900s collided while taxiing at LaGuardia on October 1, 2025; DL5155’s right wing struck DL5047’s…
Saudia launches Riyadh–Moscow direct flights, three weekly services
On October 10, 2025, Saudia launched thrice‑weekly nonstop flights between Riyadh and Moscow, with one‑way fares from $160.…
BARK Air Redefines Luxury Dog Travel with Tailored In-Flight Comfort
BARK Air runs dog-first in-cabin flights across U.S. and Europe since May 2024, flying 1,000+ dogs on 142…
Hollywood Burbank Airport Returns to Normal Air Traffic After Shutdown
A six-hour unmanned tower at Hollywood Burbank during the Oct. 7, 2025 shutdown forced remote TRACON control and…
Air Canada: North America’s Only Economy Free Beer and Wine Carrier
As of October 2025, Air Canada uniquely provides free beer and wine in economy on all North American…
American Airlines Debuts Pumpkin Spice Items in Admirals Clubs and Flagship Lounges
Starting November in Admirals Clubs and December in Flagship lounges, American Airlines adds seasonal pumpkin-spiced items—like cake and…
Southwest Opens Summer 2026 Bookings With New Routes
Southwest opened summer 2026 bookings with nearly 300 days of inventory. New routes include Anchorage (May 15, 2026)…
China Condemns U.S. Plan to Bar Chinese Airlines From Russia’s Airspace
The U.S. DOT proposed banning Chinese passenger carriers from Russian airspace to equalize competition; cargo flights exempt. If…
flydubai NW25/26 Maldives Service Increases: Frequencies Rise in 2025/26
flydubai expands Dubai–Male frequencies for NW25, moving to 21 weekly flights from November 28, 2025, and 28 weekly…
Flight Delays Pile Up at Phoenix Sky Harbor Amid Staffing Shortages
Over 100 flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor faced delays on October 11, 2025, after FAA imposed spacing and…
Ryanair Flight Lands Manchester with Six Minutes’ Fuel amid Storm Amy
During Storm Amy on October 3, 2025, Ryanair FR3418 diverted to Manchester and landed with about 220 kg…