Oliver Mercer
Business aviation in Europe faces threat from new French solidarity tax
Business aviation in Europe faces sharp tax hikes, with France’s solidarity tax and the UK’s Air Passenger Duty…
World’s Biggest Airport Projects: The Fate of Berlin Brandenburg Airport
World's Biggest Airport projects, such as Berlin Brandenburg and Ciudad Real Central, highlight risks of overoptimistic forecasts and…
Garda officer injured after pro-Palestine protesters breach Shannon Airport
Three pro-Palestine protesters broke through Shannon Airport’s perimeter on May 17, 2025, halting operations for 30 minutes and…
Canada Travel Visa rules tightened to limit short-term entry options
Canada’s new 2025 travel visa policy limits TRVs to tourism, business, or family visits and requires strong evidence…
Operation Take Back America charges 310 in Arizona immigration cases
During May 2025, Operation Take Back America resulted in 310 immigration charges in Arizona in one week. Agencies…
15 Mango Shipments Blocked by United States Over Paperwork
In May 2025, 15 Indian mango shipments valued at $500,000 were destroyed in the US due to errors…
Schengen Visa rejection rate drops for Turkish applicants in 2024
The 2024 drop in Schengen Visa rejection rates to 14.5% for Turkish applicants signals progress. Yet, persistent high…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada reports slower processing times
Canadian immigration processing times increased significantly in May 2025, particularly for citizenship and PR cards. Backlogs surpass one…
ICE New York City Nabs Deported Child Sex Abuser
ICE New York City arrested a previously deported individual for sex abuse of a minor on May 16,…
U.S. Department of Transportation sued over immigration policy tied to funding
Twenty states challenged the U.S. Department of Transportation's rule linking infrastructure funding with immigration compliance. States claim the…
CommuteAir to operate Embraer ERJ-145 flights for United Airlines until 2029
CommuteAir renews its exclusive United Express contract for Embraer ERJ-145 flights through 2028, bolstering job security, higher pay…
United Airlines marks 30 years since first Boeing 777 delivery
The Boeing 777, delivered first to United Airlines in 1995, changed aviation with ETOPS-180 certification, enabling direct long-haul…
Charlotte Douglas International Airport reports minor flight delays
Charlotte Douglas International Airport, a major U.S. hub, experienced short delays and minimal cancellations on May 17, 2025.…
Ryanair Leaves Stranded Passengers Overnight at Rhodes Airport
Ryanair passengers at Rhodes Airport faced severe storms, lack of support, and in-flight chaos from a disruptive individual.…
Coolock Factory Plan for Asylum Seekers Axed Suddenly
Ireland has scrapped the Coolock Factory asylum housing plans after local protests and delays. With asylum applications down…