Air Transport

IATA’s top executives have outlined the key issues they will raise at the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal.

Global navigation satellite system interference is a major concern for the airline industry and Asia-Pacific carriers are among those grappling with this issue.

Delta Air Lines has signed on to help Maeve Aerospace in the development of the Maeve Jet Series 500 (MJ500) regional aircraft.

Hassana Investment Company and AviLease have announced a new aircraft leasing joint venture.

Aircraft asset manager Airborne Capital is preparing a new partnership with maintenance provider MRO Japan to improve end-of-lease services for clients.

Allegiant Air will cease all operations at Los Angeles International Airport in early 2026, marking the end of a 17-year presence at the airport.

Gulf Air has appointed former airBaltic CEO Martin Gauss as its new CEO effective Nov. 4, marking a significant leadership shift for Bahrain’s national carrier.

Aer Lingus will launch nonstop flights from Dublin to Raleigh-Durham International Airport next summer, expanding its footprint in the U.S. southeast.

Volga-Dnepr Group—once Russia’s largest cargo carrier—appears to have avoided nationalization and could be sold to a new private owner.

Malaysia Airlines and Qantas have reached a new codeshare agreement that will expand network opportunities for both carriers.

Cathay Pacific says government plans to develop an SAF industry chain and pursue new air services agreements in emerging markets will be critical in strengthening Hong Kong’s status as a global hub.

A total of 20 widebody aircraft were delivered in August, pushing twin-aisle deliveries for the year to date more than a third higher than at the same point in 2024.

Boeing continues to make headway with portions of the program already approved by the FAA under the latest Type Inspection Authorization (TIA) phase 2D tests.

The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) into MRO operations is underway, but adaption of the technology is in its early days, industry executives say.

Associations representing European airlines and airports warn that a Dutch government plan to hike aviation taxes starting in 2027 would harm connectivity.

A change of hands spurs growth at long-time flight training provider.

Expectations for robust growth in the need for skilled aviation professionals are spurring new approaches to training.

Delta Air Lines unveiled two new transatlantic routes that will connect the U.S. to Malta and Sardinia, Italy.

Korean Air is revising its 777-300ER interior retrofit program that aimed to densify the economy cabin following strong public criticism and regulatory scrutiny.

Air France reports strong demand for its new “La Premiere” first class cabin being installed on 19 Boeing 777-300ERs; the Airbus A350 could be next.

Asia-Pacific domestic trunk routes continue to dominate the global rankings by capacity in summer 2025, led by Jeju–Seoul Gimpo with more than 8.3 million available seats.

Thirty organizations and 10 individuals are being recognized in this year’s edition of the Routes World 2025 Awards, taking place in Hong Kong.

As Routes World celebrates its 30th anniversary, 2019 host Adelaide Airport is marking record passenger growth, driven by a series of route wins.

EVA Air, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines are among the airlines expanding their long-haul networks to and from the U.S. over the forthcoming winter 2025-26 season.

More than 29 million passengers travelled through Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) during the first half of 2025, with traffic up 16.5% year on year and flight movements rising 10.1%.