Syrian Airlines resumes Damascus-Moscow flights after 18-month gap
Syrian Airlines has restarted scheduled service between Damascus and Moscow, its first flight on the route in more than a year and a half.
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Avianca Cargo flies 60 more tons of relief aid to earthquake-hit Colombia
Avianca Cargo delivered an additional 60 tons of humanitarian aid from Miami to Cali, bringing its total to more than 150 tons since a recent earthquake struck Colombia.
United expands Denver pilot training center with 40 new CAE simulators
United Airlines has completed the first phase of an expansion at its Denver Flight Training Center, adding 40 new CAE simulators and training devices to what it calls the world's largest pilot training facility.
LOT Polish Airlines to launch Gdansk–Paris Orly route in 2027
LOT Polish Airlines plans a year-round direct service between Gdansk and Paris Orly starting in April 2027, operating four times a week.
Qantas donates retired Fokker F100 to heritage aviation society
QantasLink has handed over a retired Fokker F100, named Meekatharra, to the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society for preservation, as the carrier phases the type out in favour of Embraer E190s.
Avolon agrees sale-and-leaseback of seven 737-8200s with Akasa Air
Leasing company Avolon will acquire up to seven Boeing 737-8200 aircraft from Akasa Air and lease them back to the Indian carrier, freeing up capital for the airline.
Gol names André Fehlauer as new CEO after Celso Ferrer departs for Boeing
Brazilian carrier Gol Linhas Aéreas has appointed André Fehlauer as its new chief executive, effective September 2026, after Celso Ferrer left to become Boeing's president for Latin America and the Caribbean.
Swiss startup PeakJet launches semi-private flight service in Europe
New Swiss venture PeakJet has begun operations with a Zurich-Palma flight, aiming to bring the US-style semi-private aviation model to Europe.
American Airlines overhauls leadership amid profit struggles
American Airlines has announced a reshuffle of senior executives as CEO Robert Isom seeks to close a performance gap with rivals Delta and United amid weak profitability.
GOL appoints André Fehlauer as new CEO as Celso Ferrer departs for Boeing
Brazilian carrier GOL has named André Fehlauer as its incoming chief executive after Celso Ferrer agreed to leave to become Boeing's president for Latin America and the Caribbean.
Boeing names GOL CEO Celso Ferrer as Latin America president
Boeing has appointed Celso Ferrer, outgoing chief executive of Brazilian carrier GOL Linhas Aéreas, as its new president for Latin America and the Caribbean, effective September 2026.
WestJet settles decade-long flight attendant harassment lawsuit for US$3.2 million
A British Columbia court has approved a CA$4.5 million settlement resolving a class action brought by thousands of former and current female WestJet flight attendants over workplace harassment.
Philippine Airlines swings to $25.1M loss in first half of 2026 on fuel costs
Philippine Airlines reported a net loss of $25.1 million for H1 2026, reversing a prior-year profit, as fuel expenses surged amid Middle East conflict-linked price increases.
Wizz Air to open tenth Romanian base at Brașov airport
Wizz Air will base an Airbus A321neo at Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport starting December 2026, adding four new routes as part of its tenth base in Romania.
FedEx debuts retro 777F livery as Memphis airport renamed for founder
FedEx unveiled a Boeing 777 Freighter in a heritage paint scheme as Memphis's airport was renamed in honor of company founder Frederick W. Smith.
United Airlines secures $390 million financing for new Airbus and Boeing jets
United Airlines has arranged $390 million in financing with Standard Chartered to support delivery of nine new narrowbody aircraft as part of its fleet renewal plans.
Ex-flight attendant admits using fake pilot badge for free flights
A former Toronto-based flight attendant has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after prosecutors said he used a forged pilot identification badge to secure hundreds of free flights on US airlines over nearly five years.
Korean Air and Asiana clear board, shareholder votes for merger
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines have secured board and shareholder approvals for their merger, moving the deal closer to a planned December 2026 completion.
Air Canada sells 25% stake in Aeroplan loyalty program for $1.7bn
Air Canada is selling a quarter stake in its Aeroplan loyalty program to an investor group led by Blackstone and La Caisse, valuing the program at over $7 billion.
airBaltic to cut fleet to 36 aircraft in new stability-focused plan
Latvia's flag carrier has adopted a revised business plan prioritizing financial stability over growth, reducing its Airbus A220-300 fleet and seeking interim financing.