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International Consolidated Airlines Group climbs Tuesday, outperforms market
International Consolidated Airlines Group S.A. IAG shares rose 1.27% to £4.54 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around favorable trading session for the stock market, with the FTSE 100 Index UKX rising 0.61% to 10,494.21. International…
United Airlines Holdings Inc. stock underperforms Tuesday when compared to competitors
Shares of United Airlines Holdings Inc. UAL slipped 1.22% to $118.51 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around mixed trading session for the stock market, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA rising 0.64% to 51,999.67 and the S&P 500 Index…
Crowded airport lounges force airlines to rethink future of travel perks for fliers
Airport lounges may have finally hit their breaking point. After years of offering credit card perks, day passes and premium travel upgrades, airlines are now leaning into a new solution: grab-and-go lounge concepts. The idea is simple. Travelers…
Major airlines to introduce new hand luggage rule - starts in 2027
MEPs provisionally agreed new rules on Monday New EU rules mean passengers will be able to take free hand luggage on flights. The new regulations will include the right to carry on board, without additional fee, one personal item, such as a small…
How Airlines Are Ramping Up College-Town Service for Football Season
You know that old college pal of yours who jams two pop-up tents, four Yeti coolers, a barbecue smoker, a suite of outdoor furniture, and a full team-colors wardrobe into an RV and motors hundreds of miles to Rocky Top, the Swamp, Death Valley, or…
A Cheaper Way to Fly Air India? Here's What the Airline Is No Longer Including
Air India on Tuesday announced the introduction of a new ‘Basic' fare category for select domestic routes, offering passengers a lower-cost travel option without complimentary meals. The move is part of the airline's effort to provide…
United Airlines Strands World Cup Commentary Team Over 200 Miles From Their Destination At 3 AM
The logistical challenges of the FIFA World Cup have been ramped up to new extremes for its most ridiculous edition yet. Shuffling from city to city isn't just a challenge for players and coaches, but also for the broadcasters. A diverted United…
US airlines lost close to $1 billion last quarter as Iran war sends costs higher
U.S. Airlines lost close to a billion dollars in the first quarter of 2026, according to new federal data. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics shows the 22 scheduled U.S. passenger airlines lost a combined $966 million after…
Turkish Airlines' New Chair Charts More Profitable Path to 800 Aircraft
Turkish Airlines has extended its plan to reach an 800-aircraft fleet from 2033 to 2036, shifting its focus to profitable, sustainable growth. The airline is prioritizing passenger experience and digital services, including unveiling a new business…
JETS vs. ITA: Airlines or Aerospace, Which Aviation ETF Is Actually Flying?
ITA outpaces JETS 118% to 14% over five years, as government defense contracts prove far more durable than consumer-driven airline demand. GE at 21% and RTX at 15% anchor ITA's top three holdings, putting roughly 45% of the fund in just three…
Passengers 'terrified' as power bank fills Tianjin Airlines cabin with smoke
Passengers aboard an aircraft were left in a state of alarm when a portable charger overheated, filling the cabin with dense smoke during the flight. An urgent response was initiated on the Tianjin Airlines aircraft after the power bank started…
International Flight Fuel Surcharges to Drop by 20% for July
South Korea's international flight surcharges for July tickets will drop by more than 20 percent as global oil prices dip. According to the airline industry on Tuesday, international route surcharges will fall to Level 19 next month, down eight…
Vietnam Airlines Launches Nonstop Hanoi-Amsterdam Service
Vietnam Airlines has officially inaugurated its nonstop service between Hanoi and Amsterdam, becoming the first Vietnamese carrier to operate a direct route connecting Vietnam and the Netherlands. The inaugural flight, VN83, departed Noi Bai…
Pegasus Airlines expands its London presence -daily direct London Gatwick - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen
Pegasus Airlines, one of Europe's leading low-cost airlines, launched a new direct summer route on 15 June 2026, between London Gatwick and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International, further strengthening its UK presence network and…
Porter Airlines Launches Service From Montreal Metropolitan Airport to 11 Canadian Cities
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