China Expands Kunming–Sihanoukville Route as Thailand Faces Tourism Competition Surge
In October 2025 Ruili Airlines began weekly Kunming–Sihanoukville flights (DR5029), aiming to boost Sihanoukville tourism and stabilize hotel…
Articles by & updated by Jim Grey
JetBlue Eyes Legal Action Against Portugal Over Lisbon Airport Access Denial
JetBlue filed with the DOT on August 28, 2025, claiming repeated slot denials at Lisbon since 2023 undermine…
Lufthansa City Airlines Joins Star Alliance: A Long-Awaited Milestone
On September 9, 2025, Lufthansa City Airlines becomes a full Star Alliance member, standardizing elite recognition, lounge access,…
We Thought We’d Die: United Flight Plunged 4,000 Feet; Menu Stuck in Ceiling
United Flight 5971 plunged about 4,350 feet after severe turbulence on August 28, 2025; it diverted to Austin…
Why Hampton Roads lacks direct bus service to Norfolk Airport due to driver shortages
No HRT bus enters Norfolk International Airport as of August 29, 2025; driver shortages and budget limits block…
Etihad EY010 Makes Urgent Emergency Landing in Austria Over Medical Crisis
Etihad flight EY010 diverted to Vienna on August 29, 2025, after a passenger medical emergency. Medical teams transferred…
Jet2 Expands Family Benefits as Free Flights for Under-Twos Lead Summer 2025
From August 22, 2025, Jet2 will offer free flights for children under two on new bookings, add a…
Etihad Cargo Expands Fleet Through Atlas Air Partnership with 777 Freighter
Etihad Cargo and Atlas Air began a long-term partnership on August 28, 2025, deploying a Boeing 777F on…
Hong Kong Airlines Gives Free Lounge Access to Economy on Selected Routes
Between June 20 and October 31, 2025, Hong Kong Airlines grants free Club Autus lounge access at HKG…