Airports & Networks

Some European airlines are suspending flights or extending existing suspensions amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran.

International Airlines Group (IAG) is abandoning its plan to take over Spanish airline Air Europa, which it hoped would help it boost its Madrid hub.

The European Commission has placed what ACI Europe describes as “severe restrictions” on the use of the latest generation cabin baggage scanners.

The self-service function covers the end-to-end processes of online check-in, travel document verification, bag drop, entering the security area, and boarding.

Dubai Airports has introduced a new facility combining Left Luggage and Mishandled Baggage services, to enhance the guest experience at Dubai International's (DXB) Terminal 2.

A selection of new routes starting in August, including plans by T’Way Air, Hainan Airlines and Air India to grow their European networks.

United Airlines has agreed to buy up to 1 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel from Neste this year for use at Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

Thirty organisations and ten individuals have been recognised in this year’s edition of the Routes World Awards. Meet our finalists!

Our Route Opportunities feature explores the latest unserved and underserved routes promoted through Routes 360, providing information for network planners to consider capitalize on.

Hawaiian Airlines is intensifying its focus on U.S. domestic routes to offset lower demand from Japan.

Romanian startup Bees Airlines will begin scheduled flights in August.

European traffic has surpassed pre-pandemic levels during the first six months of 2024 despite a highly fragmented market.

Emirates will operate a second daily A380 service between Dubai and Bali, starting September 1, until October 26, to meet the surge in travel demand to the island during peak season.

VietJet dominates key tourism markets to South Korea, Australia and Taiwan as it continues to expand its network amid strong 2024 first-half results, with profits exceeding initial targets by 21%.

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) chairman Fred Lam explains the airport's plans to grow into a sustainable destination for commerce and tourism.

The voluntary administration of Australian airline Rex will affect 11 domestic routes, though each will continue to be served by other operators.

Routes 360 members share their latest insights and notable developments this week.

Croatia Airlines has outlined the first routes planned to receive Airbus A220 service.

Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) has completed a comprehensive review of its Wildlife Hazard Management Programme in partnership with aviation wildlife management consultancy Avisure.

IndiGo is adding 10 daily direct flights to increase domestic connectivity from Hyderabad and Ahmedabad in September 2024.

American Airlines hub Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) says its $600 million terminal lobby expansion program will be completed in 2025.

IATA believes new policies adopted by Argentina’s government could create a more inviting environment for new entrants in the aviation sector.

Several airlines have canceled flights to and from the Lebanese capital Beirut, amid rising tensions between Israel and the Lebanon-based Hezbollah militia.

Geneva Airport is the main gateway to Geneva, Switzerland, and hosts domestic, regional and international passenger and cargo services for over 30 airlines. The airport straddles the Swiss-French border and is located 4 km (2.5 mi.) from the city center.

More than 300 airports have received a share of $374  million in grants awarded through the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program.