The FAA and DOD say they have validated the safety of a high energy laser system that triggered an airspace closure around El Paso's civilian airport in February.
TAP Air Portugal plans to continue its course of “disciplined and sustainable growth” in 2026, the airline says, with a focus on transatlantic services.
American Airlines plans to return to Caracas April 30, ending a seven-year period in which there have been no commercial flights between the U.S. and Venezuela.
IATA hopes for widespread adoption of contactless travel to be achieved within five years, although that timeline depends on government and regulatory acceptance.
The Routes Asia 2026 Awards will recognize outstanding achievements in airport and destination marketing, with 15 airports, five destinations, and four airlines reaching the finals this year.
Mainland China’s aviation market entered the second quarter of 2026 in a period of stabilization, profitability across the sector remains under pressure.
Brazil is stepping up efforts to attract new long-haul air service from Europe and Asia as it seeks to convert rising international demand into inbound growth.
IATA says the Middle East conflict and resulting disruption to crude and jet fuel supply could force governments to reassess energy security strategies.
IATA Director General Willie Walsh says the oil price shock stemming from the Middle East conflict is not an “existential threat” to the airline industry.
Air Canada is adding new winter sun destinations for the 2026-27 season as it shifts capacity toward leisure markets in Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America.
The FAA’s 2027 budget request of $22.35 billion is a slight reduction from the current year’s enacted total of $22.57 billion, documents from the agency show.
