Lufthansa submits bid for minority stake in TAP Air Portugal
German airline group files formal offer for Portuguese flag carrier; Air France-KLM also seeks a stake
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier29 JulAir France — page 5
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Portugal Privatizing National Airline TAP: Air France-KLM & Lufthansa Group Submit Binding Offers
In the summer of 2025, the government of Portugal relaunched a project to privatize national carrier TAP Air Portugal, with the goal of selling a large stake within a year or so. All too often, not much comes of these kinds of projects, though it seems like this is moving along nicely.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig29 Jul
Air France unveils Paris Stopover, to enjoy the ‘City of Lights’ between flights
With France’s peak tourist season in full swing, Air France and Extime Travel, Groupe ADP’s airport retail and hospitality brand dedicated to tourism experiences, are unveiling their new “Paris Stopover”...
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Air France and Cyprus Airways launch codeshare between Paris and Larnaca
Air France and Cyprus Airways have signed a codeshare agreement on flights between Paris Charles de Gaulle and Larnaca, expanding travel options between France and Cyprus. Effective 7 July 2026, Air France has placed its flight code on Cyprus Airways-operated services between Paris and Larnaca. The route will operate up to six times per week […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban22 Jul
Air France-KLM Limited Time Credit Card Bonus: 70K Miles + 100 XPs
The Air France-KLM Visa Signature Card is issued by Bank of America in the United States, and it recently underwent a refresh.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig22 JulA
AerCap, AFI KLM E&M form LEAP engine venture
AerCap Holdings and Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) agreed to establish a 50:50 joint venture to lease CFM LEAP spare engines. The venture, first outlined in a memorandum of understanding signed at the 2025 Paris Air Show, will support airlines operating LEAP-powered aircraft worldwide, subject to regulatory approvals. The joint […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm20 JulAB
FIA 2026: LEAP spare engine demand drives AFI KLM E&M and AerCap JV
Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) and AerCap have signed an agreement to establish a 50/50 joint venture…
Aviation Business News•Craig Waters20 Jul
Transfer Citi Points To Air France-KLM Flying Blue With 20% Bonus: Worth It?
The Citi ThankYou program, which is one of the major transferable points currencies, has just introduced its latest transfer bonus, a 20% boost when you move points to Air France-KLM Flying Blue. We see a transfer bonus like this an average of once per year, and I know it’s one that’s popular with many people.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig19 JulTR
Navi Mumbai Airport Emerges as Mumbai’s New Cargo Gateway
Major cargo airlines, including Air France – KLM Cargo and Cathay Cargo (CX), are moving operations to the newer Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) winds down its cargo operations in a phased manner. The shift signals a gradual change in how India’s second busiest cargo airport handles freighter […]
Travel Radar•Sunil Raj Kumar18 Jul
Air France unveils redesigned La Première lounge at Paris CDG
Designed to blend seamlessly with the exclusive private airport experience reserved for La Première guests, along with the new onboard suites, the lounge is located in Terminal 2E at Paris...
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Air France unveils redesigned La Première lounge at Paris-CDG with enhanced luxury experience
Air France has reopened its redesigned La Première lounge at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, introducing a more private and refined experience for its first-class passengers as part of the airline’s strategy to elevate its premium offering. Located in Terminal 2E, the redesigned lounge covers more than 1,000 square metres and has been developed by Air […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban16 Jul
Air France La Premiere First Class Lounge Paris Renovation Complete: What’s New?
Air France is known for its La Premiere first class, which offers the world’s best first class ground experience, and also one of the world’s best inflight experiences (my updated rankings in both categories are coming soon). Central to the carrier’s amazing ground experience is the La Premiere Lounge.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig16 Jul
New London Gatwick route strengthens Ottawa’s European connectivity
Ottawa Tourism is celebrating the launch of Air Transat’s new non-stop service between London Gatwick and Ottawa, further strengthening access between Europe and Canada’s capital for association, corporate and incentive event organisers. The seasonal route will operate three times a week on Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays until 23 October 2026. It adds a third transatlantic connection from Ottawa International Airport, building on Air France’s non-stop service between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Ottawa, and Air Canada’s direct service between London Heathrow and Ottawa.
Here's What A $20,000 Air France La Première Ticket Actually Buys Beyond The Seat In 2026
Air France appears to have shifted competition away from onboard hardware and toward the entire travel journey.
Air France Opens Its New Lounge at London Heathrow Airport
Air France has opened its new lounge at London Heathrow International Airport, a strategic hub on its medium-haul network. For the first time, the airline is offering its customers an elegant space designed to provide peace and quiet and French-style refinement before a flight or during a layover. Located in Terminal 4, this peaceful spot is the perfect place to relax and grab a bite to eat as soon as you arrive at the airport. Open daily from 5 am to 10 pm, it welcomes Air France La Première, Business* and Flying Blue Elite Plus customers, as well as eligible customers flying with KLM and SkyTeam alliance partner airlines.
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Air France opens first branded lounge at London Heathrow
Air France has opened its first branded lounge at London Heathrow Airport, providing premium customers with a new 750 m² facility in Terminal 4 ahead of flights to Paris and beyond. Open daily from 05:00 to 22:00, the lounge accommodates nearly 150 guests and is available to La Première, Business (excluding Business Light), Flying Blue […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban12 JulA
Air France introduces new premium amenity kits across long-haul cabins
Air France has unveiled a new collection of comfort kits for passengers travelling on long-haul flights in La Première, Business and Premium cabins, featuring updated designs, sustainable materials and premium skincare products. In La Première, passengers will receive an elegant leather gift box available in Air France’s signature red or pearl grey. Developed in partnership […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban12 Jul
Air France & KLM Seat Fees In Business Class Expand To More Markets
In the spring of 2023, we saw Air France-KLM add business class seat assignment fees for flights in many markets, which was of course a controversial move. There’s now an update, as these fees have recently been expanded to more flights, including award tickets in all markets, and most routes to North America. I’ve received some questions about this, so let me explain what’s going on.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig11 Jul
Air France opens its new lounge at London Heathrow
On July 7th, Air France opened its new lounge at London Heathrow. For the first time, the airline is offering its customers an elegant space designed to provide peace and...
Buy Air France-KLM Flying Blue Miles With 80% Bonus, 1.69 Cents Each: Worth It?
Strategically buying miles & points for luxury travel can be a great deal. We’ve just seen the Air France-KLM Flying Blue program launch a new promotion on purchased miles, with an offer to buy miles with up to an 80% bonus, at a cost of 1.69 cents each. While not quite in line with the best-ever offers we’ve seen from the program, it still has the potential to be a good deal, if you have a specific use in mind.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Jul