Air Transport

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury says the airframer will launch its A320 successor in 2030 as planned, welcoming news that Boeing’s competing program may be delayed.

At the Routes Americas Awards, ProColombia was named Destination winner in recognition of the country’s strongest year on record for international connectivity.

After being named Overall Winner at the Routes Americas 2026 Awards, Orlando International Airport (MCO) reflected on what the recognition means for the team.

Jetstar has highlighted rising taxes and fees as a reason for the cancelation of two international routes, and airline industry groups are criticizing such increases in regulatory costs.

The Boeing CEO believes that airlines are more interested in getting current products on time and at quality rather than a next-generation aircraft quickly, but his colleague at Airbus has a different view.

EasyJet will let Castlelake access its books in the hope of attracting a higher offer from the U.S. investment firm, which saw its fourth takeover bid knocked back by the board.

Thai Airways has taken delivery of its first new Boeing 787 powered by GE Aerospace's GEnx engines, marking a shift away from the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000-powered 787s the airline currently has in service.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s International Remote Baggage Screening program is being extended to two more routes operated by Korean Air.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg has told Aviation Week not to expect the manufacturer to launch an all-new commercial aircraft anytime soon. In fact, compared to a year ago, the chance of a new product getting the go-ahead may now be further off.

While Abra Group eyes London, a lack of slot and aircraft availability may delay adding the UK to Brazilian carrier Gol's growing intercontinental network.

Delta begins retrofitting 737 fleet with VCT's drag-reducing finlets after validation shows 1.2% fuel burn reduction.

SAA's acting CEO focuses on sustainable growth amid financial uncertainties and route recovery through strategic alliances.

Kenya awards $1.2B contract to the China Road and Bridge Corporation to expand Jomo Kenyatta International Airport amid rising passenger demand.

Cathay Pacific has reversed most of the fuel surcharge increases that were imposed as a result of the Middle East crisis, with the cuts reflecting the recent easing fuel costs.

European airlines push for Emissions Trading System (ETS) funds to boost sustainable aviation fuel investment ahead of July policy review.

The wing spars of 16 Airbus A380s require inspection and possible ensuing repairs, EASA said in an emergency airworthiness directive effective June 24.

Airbus appears to be leaning toward a simple stretch of the A220, as it weighs its options for a larger version of the aircraft.

Airports can no longer rely on increasing passenger volumes to power their financial growth, ACI Europe Director General Olivier Jankovec says.

Some of Spirit Airlines’ fleet of young A320neo aircraft are being snapped up by aftermarket suppliers for teardown, with engines diverted to the spares market.

Aviation Week's Routes 360 Headlines on Wednesday 24 June 2026 covers the latest notable developments and key insights from Routes 360 members.

Almost 10 years ago, Qantas began planning nonstop flights to London and New York. Soon the airline needs to prove that the flights are viable.

Air Space Intelligence won the 12-year, $875M contract for new air traffic management software systems designed to improve traffic flow and increase U.S. airspace capacity.

Zurich Airport is set to allow passengers to keep liquids and electronics in carry-on bags, enabled by the deployment of computed tomography (CT) 3D scanners.

Polymer material specialist Clayens took over Vision Systems in May and now intends to ramp up production and strengthen the acquired company’s product range.