Spain’s Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) increased the number of border police officers on duty to accommodate an increasing number of non-EU citizens visiting the popular summer holiday destination. The increase is aimed at cutting down waiting times for non-EU travellers who must undergo EU Entry/Exit System (EES) checks upon arrival in any EU country. […]
Travel Radar•Takey Elbarky29 JulAirbus is evaluating stretched variants of the A220 regional jet and A350 widebody, though it’s still undisclosed when it could decide whether to launch both aircraft. Rolls-Royce is also anticipating the finalisation of the design for the stretched A350 within a year. A stretched A220 AirAsia is expected to be one of the first customers […]
Travel Radar•Jinnie Ye29 JulThe U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a proposed requirement for 453 U.S.-registered Boeing 737 aircraft to undergo detailed inspections amid safety concerns. The FAA’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) included the 737-9 and 737-8200 models, and highlighted that the aircraft’s track-mounted seats’ incorrect assembly can cause injury or disengage under load during turbulence and […]
Travel Radar•Takey Elbarky29 JulVietravel Airlines received a reissued air transport business licence after doubling its charter capital to 2.6 trillion Vietnamese dong, as reported by the online business newspaper Báo Đầu tư. The reissue comes during an ownership and operational restructuring following T&T Group becoming the carrier’s new majority strategic shareholder in late 2024. The New Business Licence […]
Travel Radar•Jinnie Ye29 JulEmbraer’s early 2026 results and full 2025 results show that the Brazilian-based aviation company is on an upward trajectory. The company reported a record-high backlog and is indicating strong demand and performance in the aviation market. Backlog Data Report 2026 Embraer announced on Friday, July 24, that it has observed ongoing growth throughout the first two […]
Travel Radar•Melissa Thomas29 JulTravelling abroad often introduces visitors to different entertainment options, including online casinos that operate outside the UK Gambling Commission’s (UKGC) jurisdiction. Whether you’re on holiday or temporarily living overseas, it’s important to understand that gambling regulations can vary significantly between countries. Many international platforms are licensed in jurisdictions such as Curaçao or Malta rather than […]
Travel Radar•Aurora Welch28 JulPassengers travelling to and from Gatwick Airport (LGW), the UK’s second busiest airport, endured long queues for toilets after a major water outage on Sunday morning, July 26. A travel expert said the water problems at Gatwick Airport that forced the closure of toilets and restaurants were “unprecedented”. Passengers’ Reaction to the Water Loss Francesca […]
Travel Radar•Jinnie Ye28 JulZadar Airport has officially opened a new 17 million euro passenger terminal, doubling its passenger capacity as the Croatian airport prepares for tourism growth. The new departure terminal, which was officially inaugurated on July 24, forms part of a wider 35 million euro investment programme aimed at modernising the airport and supporting future expansion. Terminal […]
Travel Radar•Layla Hamis28 JulExtreme weather conditions have affected Chicago’s two major airports, leaving aircraft grounded and causing severe delays and cancellations. The disruptions began Monday afternoon, July 27, and have continued to affect flights through to Tuesday. Thunderstorm hits Chicago Since Monday, the number of delayed flights has reached nearly 1,000 as torrential rain and strong winds hit […]
Travel Radar•Maia Vinton28 JulBudget airline Jet2 announced a major expansion to routes from Bournemouth (BOH), London Stansted (STN) and Jersey (JER) airports as part of its Summer 27 program. The expansion included new exclusive Jersey flights from Bournemouth and London Stansted, enhancing Jet2’s offer to the Channel Island. Jersey flights grow Jet2’s new Jersey flights from Bournemouth Airport […]
Travel Radar•Takey Elbarky28 JulIt has been reported that new recruits at the currently closed Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) are learning safe coordination of in-flight aircraft movement from the ground using realistic simulation technology. This comes as part of the airport’s preparations for a grand reopening in less than two years. New Recruits Air traffic controllers and several trainees […]
Travel Radar•Melissa Thomas28 JulAir India has begun a series of phased modifications on its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. This is in response to a directive from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which raised concerns about the safety of door assist handles on Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 jets. The modifications are not expected to impact Air […]
Travel Radar•Billy Stack28 JulThe Thai branch of AirAsia has announced the temporary closure of its base at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok (BKK). Flights from BKK to ten domestic destinations have been suspended until at least October 1st. No official reason has yet been given for the decision, but Thai Air Asia has previously reduced services due to high fuel […]
Travel Radar•Billy Stack28 JulEmirates Skywards members can now use their loyalty miles to book train tickets across Europe after the airline launched a new rail booking platform covering more than 12,000 destinations. The new Skywards Rail service allows members to redeem miles on routes operated by more than 40 rail companies across 12 European countries, expanding the airline’s […]
Travel Radar•Layla Hamis28 JulThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) has appointed Saadia Zahidi as its next director general, making her the first woman to lead the global airline industry body. Zahidi will take up the role on , Nov. 1, 2026 succeeding Willie Walsh, who steps down at the end of July after leading the organisation through the […]
Travel Radar•Layla Hamis27 JulEtihad Airways and Air Peace have confirmed that an interline agreement has been signed between the two carriers in an effort to better connect the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Nigeria. The agreement will open 20 destinations across Africa for Etihad’s customers and hopefully make travel more convenient for passengers of both airlines. Increased connectivity […]
Travel Radar•Olivia Jarvis27 JulWith an estimated demand for more than 2,000 turboprop aircraft over the next 20 years, ATR is eyeing a strong drive of market momentum, despite no new orders announced at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026. The manufacturer’s outlook points to sustained growth in regional aviation, driven by both fleet replacement and untapped markets. Regional demand […]
Travel Radar•Sunil Raj Kumar27 JulSpiceJet (SG) has held preliminary talks with a Gulf-based airline over a potential acquisition, according to people familiar with the matter. An initial due diligence exercise has been carried out, with the move aimed at tapping into bilateral flying rights and shared operational systems as the Indian carrier continues to navigate a highly competitive domestic […]
Travel Radar•Sunil Raj Kumar27 JulAerolíneas Argentinas (AR) has confirmed it is set to incorporate 20 aircraft as part of its short-term fleet renewal plan, giving effect to the investment plan the carrier first presented in Nov. 2025. The airline describes it as the largest fleet renewal process it has undertaken in the past decade, covering 25% of its total […]
Travel Radar•Sunil Raj Kumar27 JulThe UK High Court has dismissed an appeal from the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) over temporary airport slot regulations for the Summer 2026 and the Winter 2026/27 seasons. It was confirmed that the ministers were entitled to relax the ‘use it or lose it’ slot rules for airlines during those periods. Gatwick Airport sought a […]
Travel Radar•Michelle Owusuaa27 Jul