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British Airways A380 Refit: Why 88 Economy Seats Are Being Cut
British Airways is removing 88 economy seats from each Airbus A380 to introduce a premium-heavy configuration, signaling a strategic bet on the Superjumbo's future.
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United Flight Stranded: 12 Hours on Tarmac in Rome
Passengers on a United Airlines Boeing 777 spent nearly 12 hours on the ground in Rome before their flight was canceled, receiving only $175 in compensation.
Flydubai Co-Pilot Attacks Captain, Forces Emergency Landing in Saudi Arabia
A Flydubai co-pilot reportedly attacked the captain and attempted to seize control of a Dubai-to-Israel flight, forcing an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
American Airlines Restores Full Meals at Heathrow After 7-Month Catering Crisis
American Airlines has finally resolved its London catering issues by partnering with DO & CO, bringing full meal service back to Heathrow flights after seven months.
Southwest Adds Three International Routes Once Served by American Airlines
Southwest Airlines is launching three new international services from a major U.S. hub, all of which were previously operated by American Airlines.
United Airlines Reveals Per-Passenger Spend on Polaris Business Amenities
United Airlines' Polaris business class experience comes with a notable per-passenger investment in onboard amenities, underscoring how premium cabins drive brand loyalty and revenue.
Extra Legroom Economy Challenges Premium Economy's Value
Airlines are expanding extra legroom economy offerings, blurring the line between standard and premium cabins and forcing travelers to question whether premium economy is worth the extra cost.
Flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking captain with crash axe on flight 1073
A Flydubai co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain with a crash axe during a flight, and UAE authorities are treating the incident as a terrorist act.
Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with crash axe in attempted terrorist act, UAE says
UAE prosecutors say the co-pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073 attacked the captain with a crash axe and tried to take control of the aircraft in an attempted terrorist act.
Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar Hailed Hero After Cockpit Attack on Flight FZ1073
Indian pilot Smit Machchhar was hailed as a hero after he was allegedly attacked by his co-pilot in the cockpit of a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
Indian captain hailed as hero after foiled cockpit attack on FlyDubai flight
An Indian airline captain is being hailed as a hero after an in-flight attack on a FlyDubai pilot's cockpit was foiled.
Flydubai Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Saudi Arabia After Co-Pilot Attack Foiled
Passengers and crew overpowered a co-pilot who stabbed the captain and appeared to try to crash a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
US Aviation Groups Push Congress for $30B to Modernize Air Traffic Control
The FAA and a coalition of aviation industry groups are seeking $30 billion from Congress to finish modernizing the US air traffic control system.
Passengers Foil Attempt to Crash Flydubai Dubai–Tel Aviv Flight After Co-Pilot Stabbing
Passengers and crew subdued a co-pilot who allegedly stabbed the captain on a Flydubai Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight, and the aircraft diverted to Saudi Arabia, according to Israeli officials.
EU Aviation Safety Agency Issues Saudi Airspace Advisory After Houthi Attacks
The European Union's aviation safety regulator has issued an advisory on flying through Saudi Arabian airspace following a series of Houthi attacks.
Heart Aerospace Unveils ES-36 With JSX Order for 50 Aircraft
Heart Aerospace has unveiled the ES-36 hybrid-electric regional airliner alongside a deposit-backed JSX order for 50 aircraft.
IBA Forecasts 87% Rise in Global Aviation Emissions by 2050
Direct CO2 emissions from commercial passenger aircraft are forecast to rise 87% between 2025 and 2050 despite fleet efficiency gains, according to aviation consultancy IBA.
El Paso-Bound Flight Makes Emergency Return to Houston After Windshield Shatters
A flight bound for El Paso made an emergency return to Houston after its windshield shattered, the airline said.