NASA names Artemis III crew (three Americans and one Italian) for critical lunar mission rehearsal
NASA has unveiled the four astronauts selected for the Artemis III mission, scheduled to launch as early as late 2027. The crew consists of...
European airport traffic declines for first time since COVID recovery began
Passenger traffic at European airports fell by 0.7% in April 2026 compared with the same month last year, marking the first year-on-year decline since...
ICAO: International air travel remains safe amid ebola outbreak
International air services continue to operate safely amid the current Ebola outbreak, according to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The agency is urging...
Solar Impulse aircraft destroyed after power loss crash in Gulf of Mexico
The solar-powered aircraft Solar Impulse 2 has been completely destroyed after crashing into the Gulf of Mexico following a loss of power, according to...
ACI EUROPE criticises UK airport slot waiver extension for 2026–27
ACI EUROPE has strongly criticised the UK Government’s decision to introduce airport slot usage relief for the Summer and Winter 2026 scheduling seasons, arguing...
Regional airlines warn EU261 reform could endanger essential European air links
Thirty-five CEOs of European regional airlines have warned that proposed revisions to the EU261 passenger rights regulation could threaten the viability of regional air...
European Commission proposes single-ticket rail travel across Europe
The European Commission has unveiled new proposals aimed at significantly easing cross-border and multi-operator rail travel in Europe, including the introduction of single-ticket bookings...
European air passenger traffic rises 3.8% in March despite Middle East conflict
ACI Europe says passenger traffic across Europe’s airports continued to grow in March 2026 despite disruption linked to the conflict in the Middle East....
EU warns airlines: no fuel surcharges allowed after ticket purchase
The European Commission has reiterated that airlines are not permitted to add fuel surcharges after a passenger has already purchased a ticket, despite soaring...
European airports back EU measures to ease fuel crisis impact on aviation
ACI EUROPE has welcomed new guidance from the European Commission aimed at helping the aviation sector manage disruptions caused by the ongoing oil crisis...
IATA pushes greater jet fuel flexibility as Middle East conflict threatens supply chains
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) says the aviation industry is preparing for possible jet fuel shortages caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict...
LOT and Port Polska to host TIACA global executive meeting
LOT Polish Airlines will co-host the 2026 TIACA Global Executive Summit 2026 in Warsaw from 1–3 June 2026, marking the first time the event...
Southwest Airlines joins IATA data-sharing initiative to boost industry planning
Southwest Airlines has joined the International Air Transport Association Schedule Data Exchange Program (SDEP), expanding the initiative to 190 participating airlines.
Launched in 2023, the...
NATO moves toward Saab–Bombardier GlobalEye in break from Boeing AWACS legacy
NATO Support and Procurement Agency has selected a joint offer from Saab and Bombardier to replace NATO’s ageing airborne warning and control fleet, signalling...
EU Court confirms Lufthansa bailout during COVID-19 was illegal as Ryanair pushes for repayment
The EU’s highest court has definitively ruled against Lufthansa in a long-running legal battle over billions in pandemic-era state aid, confirming that the €6...
FAA caps flights at Chicago O’Hare to tackle delays
The U.S. government has moved to curb chronic delays at Chicago O’Hare International Airport by imposing a temporary cap on flight operations for the...
Europe warned of imminent jet fuel shortage risk
Europe could face a jet fuel shortage within weeks if disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz persist, according to Airports Council International Europe (ACI...
NASA welcomes Artemis II crew back to Earth after historic lunar mission
NASA has successfully brought home the crew of Artemis II, marking the first human journey to the Moon in more than half a century...
EES launch triggers major airport disruptions across Europe
Airports and airlines have urged the European Commission and EU Member States to introduce immediate flexibility in the rollout of the Schengen Entry-Exit System...
FAA proposes $255,000 fine against American Airlines over alleged drug and alcohol violations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a civil penalty of $255,000 against American Airlines for allegedly breaching federal drug and alcohol testing regulations.According...