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Spirit Airlines May Be Going Under Soon
A last-ditch plea from Spirit Airlines pilots to its employers' creditors shows stakeholders are worried about the bankrupt airline's immediate future—and possibly a sign that America's largest low-cost carrier has run out of lifelines. The…
The latest winner from weight-loss drugs? Airlines
Weight-loss drugs could save U.S. airlines millions in fuel costs this year, according to a new report. The increased popularity of weight loss drugs, such as GLP-1s, means airlines are carrying slimmer passengers, which in turn reduces their fuel…
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Malaysia Airlines partners with Mumbai Indians as global airline sponsor
Malaysia Airlines has entered into a partnership Mumbai Indians, coming on board as associate sponsor and Official global airline partner. India continues to be a key market for the airline, which currently operates multiple weekly services…
Elon Musk says Europe's biggest airline will lose customers without Starlink
Europe's biggest airline won't be installing Starlink on its planes anytime soon, and senior SpaceX staff like Elon Musk aren't best pleased. Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary isn't convinced by Starlink, Musk's satellite internet provider, which is…
Airlines told to ban business-class cabins to meet net zero targets
For decades, the world's greatest minds have tried to solve the conundrum of how we can reduce aviation's carbon impact while keeping planes in the sky. We've heard it all. From sustainable fuels and suborbital flights to simply shaming a…
Airline miles and hotel points threatened as Trump takes aim at credit-card rules
President Donald Trump's newest proposed crackdown on the credit-card industry might put jet-setting big spenders in the crosshairs. The president has been busy talking up new credit-card regulations recently, starting with his announcement late…
Airlines make free-wifi announcement to keep flyers connected in the sky
MORE airlines have joined the rush to offer passengers free WiFi. They're following JetBlue's deal with Amazon and United Airlines' Starlink upgrade to keep customers connected while in mid-air. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy…
Exclusive | European test pilots put China's C919 airliner through paces in Shanghai
European aviation evaluators have begun test flights of China's home-grown C919 airliner in Shanghai, the Post has learned, as the manufacturer of the narrowbody jet presses ahead with its bid to secure Western safety certification – a…
Weight-Loss Drugs Hold Promise of Big Savings for US Airlines
The growing use of weight-loss products may end up saving the biggest US airlines as much as $580 million in fuel costs this year as passengers shed pounds and make planes lighter, according to a Jefferies analysis. With airlines historically going…
Turkish Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Barcelona after threat
World MADRID, Jan 15 (Reuters) - A Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul made an emergency landing at Barcelona-El Prat Airport on Thursday after an unspecified threat on board…
Europe's best airline to ban popular item being used by passengers onboard
ANOTHER major airline is cracking down on travelling with a popular item. Lufthansa is the latest to introduce strict new rules when it comes to power banks. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top…
Turkish Airlines plane surrounded at European airport over suspected 'terrorist threat'
(File picture) A Turkish Airlines plane has been surrounded by police officers in Spain The Spanish Civil Guard is investigating a suspected terrorist threat on a Turkish Airlines plane that landed at El Prat Airport, it has been reported.
The world's safest airlines for 2026, revealed - from low-cost to full-service carriers
News A whopping 320 operators have been evaluated, and these are the safest across full-service and low-cost carriers Affordability and comfort are likely some of the biggest factors that you weigh up when you're choosing an airline to fly with…
Bomb hoax forces Turkish Airlines to make emergency landing in Barcelona
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Published Jan 15, 2026, 11:41 PM MADRID - A false bomb threat delivered via an onboard mobile connection caused a Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to make an emergency landing at…
United Airlines will add direct flights from Maine to California this summer
This summer, travelers will be able to fly nonstop to Los Angeles and San Francisco from the Portland International Jetport. United Airlines is adding seasonal direct service to the cities once a week. “Today's announcement from United is a…
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