The U.S. investment company Castlelake and the UK ultra-low-cost airline easyJet agreed, in principle, on the terms of a possible takeover. If concluded, easyJet’s equity value would reach up to £5.5 billion on a fully diluted basis. About easyJet The UK’s easyJet is an ultra-low-cost airline that also offers package holidays and is based at […]
Travel Radar•Gabriela Ribas7 JulThe Iraqi government has recovered approximately 19 billion Iraqi dinars ($14.5 million) linked to a financial corruption case involving the state-owned Iraqi Airways, as part of the country’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign. Authorities said the funds were recovered following an investigation into the alleged manipulation of the airline’s financial deposit statements and banking records. The case […]
Travel Radar•Hannah Sass7 JulViva Energy has announced that it has finished refurbishing a storage tank, which will supply Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Brisbane Airport (BNE). The work was completed as part of a series of programs using funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). Viva hopes to expand its SAF production network to its other Australian […]
Travel Radar•Billy Stack7 JulA Cathay Pacific aircraft was met with emergency police and fire services due to smoke being found onboard in the cabin. After landing at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and safely evacuated, zero injuries were reported. The Flight On July 5, Cathay Pacific Flight CX624 took off from Bengaluru, India at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). […]
Travel Radar•Holly Snow7 JulShareholders of Aerolinee Siciliane have voted on June 20 to dissolve and liquidate the company without ever launching commercial flights. According to a company statement issued on June 25, Ruggero Pastorella has been appointed as liquidator. Aerolinee Siciliane Aerolinee Siciliane was a planned regional airline intended to connect Sicily with mainland Italy and Europe. Founded […]
Travel Radar•Holly Snow6 JulDelta Air Lines Flight 1076 was hit by a firework while approaching Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). The fireworks were being set off as part of American Independence Day celebrations, which are held across the country on July 4 each year. Delta and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have said that the Airbus A319 landed safely, […]
Travel Radar•Billy Stack6 JulManchester Airport (MAN) has opened its new Executive by Escape Lounges in Terminal 2. It is open to all passengers travelling through the terminal regardless of their ticket class, provided they book entry or walk up on the day. The New Lounges The Executive by Escape Lounges at MAN is a major addition to the […]
Travel Radar•Holly Snow6 JulOn April 23, 2024, an aircraft from London Gatwick (LGW) ran approximately 30 metres off the paved surface onto soft grass. The final report was released on July 2, 2026, which found that the captain misread the perspective of the runway. The Initial Incident On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Aurigny Flight GR609 overran the runway […]
Travel Radar•Holly Snow6 JulAirlines celebrated with America250 with special liveries for the United States’ 250th semiquincentennial anniversary on July 4, 2026. The official corporate airline partner of the national America250 organisation is American Airlines, alongside several other major domestic carriers introducing their own designs. United Airlines The “Stars and Stripes” livery features a deep blue fuselage, diagonal red-and-white […]
Travel Radar•Holly Snow6 JulBritish Airways celebrated 80 years of flying from the United Kingdom to the United States on July 1, 2026, marking a landmark anniversary. BA’s journey began with its very first transatlantic route from London to New York, and now connects the UK to countries all over the world. British Airways’ History The very first commercial […]
Travel Radar•Holly Snow6 JulAir India, the national flag carrier of India, is introducing new onboard facilities and services on its Mumbai (BOM) to London Heathrow (LHR) route. Notable changes include the launch of Premium Economy, private Business Class suites, as well as enhanced inflight entertainment systems. India is better connected to the UK As India grows more connected […]
Travel Radar•Nibras Malik5 JulAerospace start-up JetZero have begun construction on what it hopes will be the first Blended Wing Body (BWB) aircraft to be made commercially available. It is hoped that BWB technology could reduce fuel consumption by up to 50% per passenger. JetZero believe its prototype will be ready for a demonstration flight by the end of […]
Travel Radar•Billy Stack5 JulAuthorities have confirmed the identity of the pilot who collided with the China International Trust and Investment Corporation (CITIC) Tower in Beijing Friday June 26. The Chaoyang district government has told reporters that the pilot was a 66-year-old man with the surname Liu, who held a private pilot license. They have also stated that the […]
Travel Radar•Billy Stack4 JulAmerican Airlines has announced an expansion of its long-haul flights, as it will restart the Chicago-Tokyo route. The service will connect Chicago O’Hare (ORD) to Tokyo Narita (NRT), commencing in spring 2027. The Reactivation of the Route The route is scheduled to recommence on March 27, 2027, marking American Airlines 11th long-haul flight departing from […]
Travel Radar•Gabriela Ribas4 JulVirgin Atlantic and GREY GOOSE have collaborated to create what they describe as the “world’s tiniest martini” to mark World Martini Day, offering travellers a new premium pre-flight experience at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 3 Clubhouse. Tiniest Tini The miniature drink is known as the “Tiniest Tini”, and is the first result of a new collaboration […]
Travel Radar•Layla Hamis4 JulTravellers between the Philippines and the UAE will now have more flight options as Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Cebu Pacific have announced the resumption of their Dubai services. Both carriers temporarily suspended flights due to the regional security situation but have now confirmed the return of their operations following safety assessments. Cebu Pacific returns to […]
Travel Radar•Layla Hamis4 JulA Southwest Airlines aircraft was struck by a ground equipment vehicle while passengers were boarding at Memphis International Airport (MEM) on June 21. No injuries were reported, but the aircraft was removed from service, and passengers experienced significant delays while a replacement aircraft was arranged. Ground equipment collides with aircraft during boarding The incident involved […]
Travel Radar•Hannah Sass1 JulThe airline industry is still expected to be profitable in 2026, but only barely. In a June 7 outlook, the International Air Transport Association said global airlines are now forecast to earn $23 billion in net profit in 2026, about half its prior projection ($41 billion) and roughly half of the $45 billion estimate for 2025. IATA projects a 2.0% […]
Travel Radar•Oluwaferanmi Ogunsemowo1 JulBlue Dart Aviation, India’s only scheduled domestic cargo airline, is expanding operations into five new cities: Pune, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Kochi and Coimbatore. The move follows a shift in manufacturing activity toward non-metro regions, driven in part by various government-backed initiatives. Shift in Network Strategy and Fleet Expansion on Hold The Chennai-headquartered carrier has historically built […]
Travel Radar•Sunil Raj Kumar1 JulAirbus has sold 25 Airbus A330neo jets to China Eastern Airlines. The sale is worth approximately $9.35 billion but will reportedly cost significantly less than that once a discount is agreed. The new jets will expand China Eastern’s capacity for intercontinental flights, and secure Airbus’ influence in the Chinese market. Why Has China Eastern Bought […]
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