Industry briefs, linked to the safety record
Austria's Aviation Industry Austria umbrella group wants the national flight levy abolished or sharply cut, arguing it puts the country at a disadvantage to neighbours. The government has announced a 30 million euro relief package, which the group calls a first step only.
Frankfurt Airport will serve 231 destinations in 92 countries during the 2026/27 winter schedule, with new flights to Kuala Lumpur, Sharjah and Agadir among the additions.
Operator file photo · Björn Láczay CC BY 2.0French investigators say pilots of light aircraft often fail to recognise when an aircraft is flying slowly at a high angle of attack without the power to recover, a condition linked to a share of fatal accidents disproportionate to its frequency.
Virgin Atlantic's Premium cabin sits between Economy and Upper Class, with up to 38 inches of seat pitch against 34 inches in Economy Delight, and does not include lounge access.
