News from 2025
Alaska Airlines has completed the retirement of its Boeing 737-900 fleet, marking the end of more than two decades of service for these aircraft.
Southwest Airlines has played a significant role in shaping the North American air travel market through its distinct operational model.
Lockheed Martin aircraft continue to play a major role in the air forces of countries around the world, serving as critical assets for both combat and transport missions.
The Boeing 777 family has played a significant role in the evolution of long-haul commercial aviation since its first flight in June 1994.
Airbus is preparing to introduce significant upgrades to its A220 aircraft family, with changes set to begin in 2026.
United Airlines currently operates the Boeing 787-10 rather than the Airbus A350-1000 because its order for the A350 has not yet been fulfilled.
Despite ongoing concerns about fuel efficiency in the aviation sector, several airlines continue to operate four-engine aircraft such as the Airbus A380, Boeing 747, and Ilyushin Il-96.
First class travel has long been seen as the height of luxury in commercial aviation, but many airlines are now phasing out these premium cabins.
Chicago O’Hare International Airport has long served as United Airlines’ main hub since the 1950s, with American Airlines also maintaining a significant operation there.
In the 1990s, McDonald’s collaborated with Swiss regional airline Crossair to launch McPlane, a marketing initiative that brought the fast-food experience onboard a commercial aircraft.
American Airlines, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, continues to expand its global reach using the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner.
The United States is reviewing its Preclearance program at Canadian airports because of a drop in passenger numbers.
United Airlines has made significant changes to its Boeing 767-300ER fleet, focusing on premium seating to increase revenue and meet evolving passenger expectations.
NATO is expanding its aerial operations in the Baltic Sea region following several recent airspace violations.
Brazil’s Azul Linhas Aereas has ended merger talks with GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, a subsidiary of Abra Group, as confirmed in a securities filing on September 25, 2025.
Ronald Lam, CEO of the Cathay Pacific Group, outlined the airline's strategy and growth ambitions during his appearance at Routes World in Hong Kong.
The United States aviation system is facing a critical shortage of air traffic controllers, with more than 3,000 positions currently unfilled.
After years of delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and legal challenges following high-profile accidents, Boeing has begun series production of its 777-8 Freighter (777-8F), the next-generation cargo aircraft in the...
American Airlines has maintained a steady approach to its mainline fleet, with little change in the types of aircraft it operates over the past year and a half.
Flying Food Group recently announced on LinkedIn that its Los Angeles International (LAI) facility in Los Angeles celebrated Founders Day.