News from June 2025
Air New Zealand is set to enhance its long-haul travel offerings with a significant increase in seating capacity, particularly focusing on premium options and routes to North America.
Boeing has formally requested a two-year extension from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for an exemption initially granted in 2023 concerning the 737 MAX 7 aircraft.
Air Canada is utilizing its fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft for several long domestic and regional international routes in June 2025.
Southwest Airlines has expanded its network with the launch of six new transcontinental routes from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
On June 8, a man breached security at London Heathrow Airport and accessed the airfield taxiway.
Delta Air Lines flight DL17, an Airbus A330-200, returned to London Heathrow Airport after the crew discovered a crack in the right-hand cockpit windshield.
Boeing has successfully delivered a 737 MAX 8 aircraft to China, marking the first delivery since the company halted shipments in April due to increased tariffs between Beijing and Washington.
Emirates has a fleet of Airbus A380s with various seating configurations, the largest being a 615-seat version.
Bombardier, a major manufacturer of private jets, is recognized for its Global 7500 aircraft, which stands out in the ultra-long-range business jet class.
On June 9, a Qantas Airbus A380 operating flight QF2 from London Heathrow to Singapore made an unscheduled landing at Baku's Heydar Aliyev International Airport due to a medical emergency on board.
American Airlines has requested a temporary dormancy waiver from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) for its Cuba-bound routes.
The United States has suspended certain sales of critical technologies to China, including those related to the CFM International LEAP-1C engines used in the Comac C919 aircraft.
Over recent weeks, Air Canada has expanded its European network by adding new and returning routes.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced it will offer domestic one-way flights for 4,950 yen under its Skymate and JAL Card Skymate sale.
Allegiant Air has announced the first commercial arrival at Gulf Shores International Airport with Flight 1403, alongside the launch of six nonstop routes.
Aeromexico has announced the introduction of daily nonstop flights between Mexico City International Airport and Philadelphia International Airport.
Air India has announced the launch of daily flights to Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia via its Indian hubs.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has announced the opening of the LAX/Metro Transit Center Station, along with a free shuttle service to all terminals operating every 10 minutes starting at 5 p.m. According to Condé Nast Traveler, the...
The Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) has announced its support for the Mental Health in Aviation Act, a legislative proposal aimed at reforming Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) medical policies that may deter pilots from seeking mental...
Alaska Airlines has announced its Global Getaways promotion, offering Mileage Plan members up to 50% off award travel to select international destinations when booked by June 30.