News from January 2025
On January 2, Qatar Airways announced its decision to resume flights to Syria for the first time since 2012.
Jet2 will retire its last Boeing 757 aircraft on January 5, marking the end of an era for the UK airline as it shifts focus to Airbus A321neos.
Reports have emerged of bedbug sightings on several Turkish Airlines flights.
Taylor Swift, a prominent figure in the music industry, has faced scrutiny for her carbon emissions during her 2024 Eras Tour.
American Airlines has confirmed the return of espresso drinks on select flights, extending the service to business class passengers for the first time.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has advised airlines to reroute flights and is examining potential hazards at airports to prevent safety threats.
Bombardier Aviation has established itself as a prominent player in the business jet manufacturing industry.
The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) has fined JetBlue Airways $2 million for operating multiple chronically delayed flights between 2022 and 2023.
The NCAA Bowl Game season, a highlight in the sports calendar, brings together winning college football teams from across the United States.
Breeze Airways has announced its decision to discontinue flights from Mobile International Airport in Alabama by the end of January 2025.
While retrospective pieces typically appear at the end of a calendar year, there was an abundance of aviation news that delayed coverage of this topic.
Delta Air Lines continues to rely on its Boeing 757 fleet for international routes, especially across Latin America and the Caribbean.
A United Airlines flight from Newark to London was forced to divert to Boston on New Year's Eve after being struck by lightning.
Earlier this week, British Airways announced significant changes to its loyalty program.
American Express has made changes to its Centurion Lounge at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, closing the Equinox Body Lab and introducing a new coffee bar named Blue Roast by American Express.
Boeing has announced the appointment of Dana Deasy as its new chief information digital officer and senior vice president for Information Technology & Data Analytics.
Tennessee's Nashville International Airport (BNA) is set to expand its offerings in 2025 with a range of new routes.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a $2 million fine against JetBlue Airways, citing the airline's chronic delays due to allegedly unrealistic scheduling.
American Airlines AAdvantage and World of Hyatt have introduced a set of new benefits for their elite members.
South Korea's transport ministry held an emergency meeting with the CEOs of 11 airlines following the Jeju Air flight 7C2216 crash.