The search vessel has been moving at a very low speed in a very specific area, an unusual behavior compared to standard search patterns. (airlive.net) More...
In a significant move to address emerging safety concerns within the global narrowbody fleet, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officially issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) targeting the horizontal stabiliser components of the Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) series. (aeroxplorer.com) More...
Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines announced a definitive merger agreement under which Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a cash and stock transaction, touting the merger as a way to create a leading leisure-focused U.S. airline, expanding service to more popular vacation destinations across the United States, as well as international destinations, and providing more people with access to affordable, convenient air travel (www.prnewswire.com) More...
A lawsuit against Boeing has alleged that the US manufacturer “attempted to shift blame” onto an Alaska Airlines captain for mistakes made that contributed to a door plug separating from the aircraft midflight in January 2024. Captain Brandon Fisher, who safely landed the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 on January 5, 2024, following the door plug blowout, filed papers in Oregon’s Multnomah County Circuit Court on December 30, 2025, seeking $10 million in damages. The lawsuit represents the… (www.aerotime.aero) More...
As part of Alaska Airlines' huge fleet order announcement, they have also unveiled first official photos of the new 'Global' Boeing 787 Dreamliner livery. (www.gatechecked.com) More...
A Transavia France Boeing 737-800, operating as Flight TO8098, was forced to make an emergency landing at Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) on the afternoon of Monday, January 5, 2026. The crew declared an in-flight emergency after reports of smoke. (aeroxplorer.com) More...
A fire at Nampa Municipal Airport caused "significant damage" to two hangars Friday morning. The incident, currently under investigation, caused no injuries. (www.ktvb.com) More...
Following stakeholder backlash, WestJet has paused cabin retrofits that would see some economy seats reduced to 28 inches of seat pitch with no ability to recline. (www.gatechecked.com) More...
On Jan. 2, an Airbus H160 helicopter in Brazil was forced to make an emergency water landing after pilots experienced “significant vibrations.” (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...
Deliveries of Boeing 737 Max fuselages slowed in December, signalling that Boeing may have fallen short of its monthly production target for the narrowbody jet as the year closed. (airguide.info) More...
In 2026, Lufthansa marks a major milestone: on January 6, 1926, 100 years ago, the first “Luft Hansa” was founded, and by April 6 of the same year, it had its maiden flight. This anniversary is not only a reflection on the history of one of aviation’s most iconic brands but also a significant step into the future. It honors the pioneering spirit, innovation, and connection of people, cultures, and economies that Lufthansa has shaped for a century. (worldairlinenews.com) More...
The future of TAP Air Portugal in Lisbon — one of Europe’s last major independent flag carriers—has become the continent’s most closely watched aviation storyline. (theaviationhub.co.uk) More...
Venezuelan airlines have begun restoring limited flight operations following a brief nationwide shutdown triggered by heightened security concerns after reported US action involving Venezuela on January 3. Aviation regulators in both the United States and Europe have issued advisories urging caution for operators flying in or near Venezuelan airspace. (airguide.info) More...
On January 3, 2026, a Boeing 757 landed at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh, New York. This article outlines the history of the aircraft, and shows photos taken by planespotters of Maduro's landing in SWF. (aeroxplorer.com) More...
British Airways (BA) has officially implemented a contentious new catering strategy for its Club Europe cabin. In what frequent flyers are labelling "Death by a Thousand Cuts," the flag carrier has removed its signature hot breakfast from eight of its most high-frequency routes (aeroxplorer.com) More...
The first flight of the Ilyushin Il-62 signaled the Soviet Union’s entry into true intercontinental jet travel. Conceived as a successor to the Il-18 turboprop, the Il-62 was the largest jet airliner in the world at the time and quickly found its way into service with airlines across Europe, Asia, and beyond. While early operational issues and accidents revealed the aircraft’s limitations, the Classic also proved that, with proper training and maintenance, it could be a capable long-range… (vintageaviationnews.com) More...
A Ryanair Boeing 737‑800 continued operating for 24 hours with undetected engine damage after suffering a pod strike during landing in Faro, Portugal, according to Portugal’s GPIAA. (theaviationhub.co.uk) More...
Amazon flying is one of Sun Country's three business lines and now that will revert to Allegiant if their merger goes through. What does it mean? (www.freightwaves.com) More...
A BEA report reveals how undetected radome damage on Air France AF291 triggered radar failures, unreliable airspeed and an overweight A350 return to Osaka. (theaviationhub.co.uk) More...
Boeing has asked the United States Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration to waive a fuel-efficiency regulation that would otherwise prevent continued sales of the Boeing 777-200ERF beyond January 1, 2028. Without relief, the long-running freighter would no longer be eligible for new certificates of airworthiness after 2027. (airguide.info) More...
The question of what replaces the MD-11F has moved from long-term planning to near-term urgency after a fatal UPS MD-11 freighter crash on November 4 triggered the grounding of roughly 60 aircraft worldwide. The incident has accelerated a reckoning that was already underway, with FedEx and UPS having planned to retire the tri-jet type later this decade. Internally, Boeing is understood to believe there is only a 50/50 chance that the MD-11F returns to widespread service, effectively forcing the… (airguide.info) More...
Taiwan-based carrier EVA Air has suspended a pilot and launched a formal investigation following allegations that he assaulted a first officer while the aircraft was taxiing prior to takeoff at Los Angeles International Airport. (airguide.info) More...
Just after entering service, on its second revenue flight, Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-941 N351DN latest "Team USA" special livery landing at Detroit metro, DTW runway 22R 1-12-26. Flt DAL158 from ICN. (www.youtube.com) More...
In 2026, we mark a momentous milestone – our 80th anniversary. Over the last eight decades, our shared journey has been woven from the threads of thoughtfulness, progressiveness, and the unique can-do spirit of Hong Kong. As we look to the future, we remain committed to our vision of becoming our customers’ most-loved service brand. (worldairlinenews.com) More...
In October 2024, we released AuthNxt—our next-generation authentication platform designed to integrate seamlessly with both our legacy TCL monolith and our modern microservices. This move was the product of months of planning, designing, building, testing, and integrating to ensure that all our services can identify FlightAware users and ensure account security across the stack. To date, our Go-based backend serves millions of requests per day, powering the flightaware.com website, our mobile… (flightaware.engineering) More...
Aer Lingus has taken a decisive step toward winding down its UK long‑haul operation at Manchester Airport, suspending all transatlantic ticket sales beyond 31 March 2026 and entering a new phase of consultation that could result in the closure of its Manchester base. (theaviationhub.co.uk) More...
Taiwan-based carrier EVA Air has announced its intention to acquire four Boeing 787‑9 Dreamliners, according to the company’s financial filings dated December 26, 2025. The acquisition is part of EVA Air’s broader strategy to modernize its fleet and support expansion plans in both regional and long-haul markets. (airguide.info) More...
Avelo Airlines has been recapitalized, and its cash position is now one of the strongest in the U.S. airline industry relative to its size. The airline will use this cash infusion and balance sheet strength to execute its long-term strategy. Avelo is streamlining its network around four current bases – New Haven, Conn. (HVN); Philadelphia / Delaware Valley (ILG); Charlotte / Concord, N.C. (USA); and Central Florida / Lakeland (LAL). In addition, the airline will open a base in Dallas / McKinney,… (www.prnewswire.com) More...
A Malaysia Airlines Airbus A350 operating flight MH21 was forced to return to Paris shortly after departure following a technical issue that led to an in-flight emergency declaration. (airguide.info) More...
Collect the whole set of New Pacific 757s, on sale now. What's it going to take to have you fly out of here in a nice 757, buddy? Patron Lord Trashicus smells a deal! Nothing that can't be buffed out. Air freshener and fuzzy dice included with every sale. (www.patreon.com) More...
Business aviation safety suffered its worst year in more than a decade in 2025, with 143 people killed in 35 fatal accidents, according to preliminary data compiled by AIN. The death toll represents a 53.8% year-over-year increase and is second only to 2011, when 156 fatalities were recorded across the sector. (airguide.info) More...
At first glance, the numbers for the year just passed are a triumph of engineering and oversight: total recorded incidents dropped by nearly 10%, and fatal accidents decreased by over 11%. However, beneath these encouraging drops in the death toll lies a statistic that should give every regulator pause: injuries are up. (aeroxplorer.com) More...
An Emirates Airbus A380 operating flight EK261 from Dubai to São Paulo made an unscheduled diversion to Accra on 9 January 2026 after the crew received an indication of possible smoke in the aircraft’s cargo hold, according to multiple aviation sources and local media reports. (theaviationhub.co.uk) More...
An Emirates Boeing 777 operating a flight from Dubai to Cairo declared an emergency over Saudi Arabia with a problem onboard. (theaviationhub.co.uk) More...
James Pearson from Simply Flying breaks down statistics from the United State's - European Flight system and ranks the 10 New Longest Nonstop flights between the two continents. Check it out! (simpleflying.com) More...
Thai Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321neo, marking the start of a major narrowbody fleet expansion as the airline strengthens its regional network across Asia-Pacific. The aircraft was formally welcomed on December 25, 2025, at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport following its delivery flight from Airbus’ facility in Hamburg, Germany. (airguide.info) More...
