Airports & Networks

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) finalized a new use and land agreement (ULA) with its airline tenants, setting the stage for a 32-gate expansion.

All the important data related to Penang International Airport in recent years.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines said it has now secured more de-icing fluid, after warning that supplies needed to de-ice aircraft at Schiphol were running low.

After retrenching from the U.S. West Coast last year, Avelo Airlines is further consolidating its operations, shuttering three bases and shrinking its fleet.

Aviation Week's Routes 360 Headlines on Wednesday 7 January 2026 covers the latest notable developments and key insights from Routes 360 members.

KLM says deicing fluid is running low at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol while snow is causing flight disruptions at other airports around Europe.

Since the operator of Lima International Airport implemented a controversial transit fee, Peru’s largest airline LATAM has decided to discontinue six routes.

King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah handled 53.4 million passengers during 2025, the highest volume achieved by any airport in Saudi Arabia.

An air traffic controller union is calling for investment in system upgrades in Greece in the wake of a massive communications outage in the country on Jan. 4.

Peru and Australia have formally entered an open skies agreement that removes restrictions on air services between the two countries.

China’s National Development and Reform Commission has formally approved a second airport for Guangzhou, with construction set to begin as early as this month.

Airbus has handed over Starlux Airlines' first A350-1000.

Russian airlines carried 108.6 million passengers in 2025, the first decline since Russia lost access to Western markets, aircraft and technologies in 2022.

New Airbus A321XLR routes are among the network highlights in January 2026, with IndiGo entering the India-Greece market and Iberia pushing deeper into Brazil.

The latest news on airports globally, with updates on financing, infrastructure expansion and sustainability initiatives.

Indra and RTX have been awarded contracts to replace the FAA’s ground-based air traffic control (ATC) system radars.

Flights to and from the Eastern Caribbean are being restored after U.S. aviation authorities lifted temporary airspace restrictions imposed following U.S. military action in Venezuela.

Turkish Airlines is investing over $2.3 billion in the construction of a new cargo terminal and inflight catering facility.

Kenyan President William Ruto has announced plans to begin construction of a new airport at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport before the end of the year.

Japan Airlines and the operator of Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train network are collaborating to improve cargo flows from eastern Japan to international destinations.

Going forward, Rex will be focused on growth, its new owner says, describing intent to invest in long-term fleet sustainability.

Viva and Volaris are attempting to merge and write the next chapter in Mexican aviation. Initial messaging from Mexico’s president seems favorable.

Ryanair says it will appeal a €256 million ($301 million) fine and a ruling by the Italian competition watchdog, AGCM.

Airlines will remain a key driver in further developing Lebanon and Syria due to the need for connectivity, a Lebanese aviation consultant tells Aviation Week.

Philippine Airlines has taken delivery of Southeast Asia’s first Airbus A350-1000, with the aircraft set to become the airline’s flagship.