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EU261 Reaction: ‘A great day for travellers and airlines’ – EU Commissioner Apostolos
The agreement maintains the three hour delay compensation threshold. Children under 14 receive free adjacent…
EU261 Reaction: “Opportunity lost’ – Willie Walsh Director General of IATA
The regulatory burden reaches €8 billion annually. Meaningful reform on delay thresholds was removed. Airports…
EU 261 Reaction: ‘Bureaucratic bunkum’ – Miichael O’Leary CEO of Ryanair
The reforms require advertising of fares that include hand luggage. Over 50 percent of passengers…
LATAM considering Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X
Up to 74 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft are on order. The first E2 delivery is expected…
Flexjet acquires London based aircraft brokerage The Jet Business
The Jet Business provides brokerage and advisory services. Flexjet Solutions offers operational support to clients.…
Pretoria High Court exempts international airlines from racial quotas
The order was issued on 5 June 2026. Sakeliga filed the challenge in September 2025.…
United unveils a Stars and Stripes livery to mark America’s 250th anniversary
The livery features 50 stars for the states. Both aircraft were painted in Amarillo Texas.…
Pegasus launches Gatwick to Sabiha Gökçen direct
The route launched on 15 June 2026. Flights operate daily throughout summer 2026. Fares start…
JetBlue mint meals get a New York restaurant upgrade
JetBlue schedules new Mint menus from 31 July. Crown Shy and Birdee supply initial dishes.…
Dublin Airport passenger cap set for removal ‘within weeks’ as cabinet approves measure
The bill addresses the existing 32 million passenger annual cap. An Coimisiún Pleanála will carry…
Just TWO changes – IATA reacts to proposed EU261 reform:
The International Air Transport Association has commented on revisions to EU261 passenger rights rules. Changes…
EU negotiations reach compromise on airline price transparency & family seating
Airlines may have to drop ban on charges for parents to sit with children under…
British Airways launches June sale with savings on flights and holidays for 2026
British Airways has introduced its June sale, offering significant discounts on flights and holiday packages…
Spain’s Volotea drops post booking fuel surcharge after pressure from regulators and consumer groups
Spanish low cost carrier Volotea has abandoned its controversial variable fuel surcharge applied after ticket…
Cabinet to sign off on Dublin airport passenger cap today
The Irish government has taken a significant step towards removing the long standing limit on…
All THREE Paris airports to be impacted by strike on Thursday
Irish holidaymakers face potential disruption from ongoing strikes across Europe with Paris airports set for…
‘If everything were to solve tomorrow we are still in the sh-t for a long time to come’ – Aviation leaders at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, industry experts painted a concerning picture…
LONG TERM – IATA Congress discuses threat to aviation from oil prices i& erosion of multilaterism
Four aviation CEOs assessed the persistent economic damage from elevated oil prices at the IATA…
Decrease in number of disruptive passenger incidents – IATA
IATA has reported a decrease in incidents caused by disruptive passengers worldwide, despite a perception…
Crisis? This is not a crisis – Willie Walsh at IATA Congress in Rio
Willie Walsh, the Glasnevin-born director of the International Air Transport Association, has said the Gulf…
Captain’s announcements and reading flight reports – how airlines are using AI
Four airline CEOs showcased how they are integrating artificial intelligence deeply into their businesses at…
Human connections bring inspiration despite persistent crises – Ailrline CEOs at IATA Congress
Aviation CEOs reflected on what continues to motivate them at the IATA Congress 2026 in…
Consumer resilience continues amid high fuel costs – IATA Congress
A panel discussion at the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro examined the surprising…
Energy adaptation and innovation amid ongoing crisis outlined at IATA Congress
A panel discussion at the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro explored long term…
Cyber threats and systemic vulnerabilities emerge as major concerns at IATA Congress
Cyber threats and systemic vulnerabilities emerge as major concerns at IATA Congress At the IATA…
Energy experts highlight geopolitical miscalculations and uneven global impacts at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, panellists examined the deeper causes and…
‘Capacity has been coming back through aggressive pricing” – airline CEOs discuss adaptive strategies at IATA Congress
Four aviation CEOs described a resilient recovery in the face of ongoing geopolitical disruptions and…
Hedging strategies and accepting the crisis– airline CEOs at IATA Congress
Four airline CEOs addressed the role of fuel hedging at the IATA Congress 2026 in…
Only TWO suppliers so we can’t sue – Airline leaders voice OEM frustrations at IATA Congress
At the IATA Congress 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, chief executives discussed the realities of…
European regulatory burdens and weak political influence – CEO frustrations at IATA Congress
The heavy regulatory demands facing European carriers was discussed by four ailrine CEOs at the…
Net zero targets, sustainability and stronger industry voice – aviation CEOs express frustration at IATA Congress
Four airline CEOs expressed their deep concern over the feasibility of net zero targets at…
National flag carriers emphasise strategic value and targeted consolidation at IATA Congress
Airline leaders highlighted the unique strategic importance of national carriers at the IATA Congress 2026…
DCU examines short-haul night freight operations fatigue
DCU Business School published the fatigue research. The study implements the Karolinska Sleepiness Scale. Captain…
Air France to maintains all Summer flights despite fuel concerns
Air France has committed to transport all customers this summer. Ben Smith confirmed the decision…
BEES delay Delta flight in Cancun
Delta Air Lines delayed in Cancun by a swarm of bees that settled on the…
AirNav Ireland reveals sponsorship of LGFA U-16 championship
AirNav Ireland signed a three year title sponsorship with LGFA for All-Ireland U-16 Championships. The…
Foynes Flying Boat Museum opens expanded facilities
The museum opened new facilities on 12 June 2026. Patrick O’Donovan TD attended the official…
Flexjet Irish unit gets approval for US operations
Flexjet receives approval for its Irish unit to operate in the United States. The authorisation…
Average European flight distance rose to 1,175 km in 2025 – Eurcontrol
Average flight distance in Eurocontrol area reached 1 175 km in 2025. Share of regional…