NEWSFeb 09, 2024Thai Airways Flight Delayed After Canadian Man Deploys Emergency Slide Before TakeoffFlight disruptions caused by troubled passengers have risen worldwide in recent years. A Thai Airways flight was recently delayed following a passenger opening the aircraft's emergency exit door, deploying the emergency slide as the plane was taxiing for departure.Read More →
NEWSFeb 09, 2024Two JetBlue Aircraft Collide on Taxiway at Boston AirportPassengers at Boston Logan International Airport(BOS) witnessed a heart-stopping incident after two JetBlue Airbus A321s, heading for Las Vegas and Orlando, collided while taxiing to de-icing pads. While thankfully, no injuries were reported, the event raises questions about airport safety procedures and the potential for human error in even the most routine operations.Read More →
NEWSFeb 09, 2024Indianapolis Airport Adds Basketball Court in Terminal Ahead of NBA All-Star GameWhen travelers entered the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in January, they were greeted by more than just the usual security lines and check-in counters. Instead, a surprise awaited them: a full-sized basketball court sprawled across the pre-security Civic Plaza. This was not an average court; it was a giant vinyl decal celebrating the arrival of the 2024 NBA All-Star Game.Read More →
NEWSFeb 07, 2024EU General Court Declares Netherlands' €3.4 Billion Aid to Air France-KLM IllegalThe General Court of the European Union has ruled that the Dutch government's multi-billion dollar aid to KLM in 2020 was illegal. European low-cost giant Ryanair has praised the ruling, calling for the Court to recover the illegal aid.Read More →
NEWSFeb 07, 2024Finnair Becomes Latest Airline to Weigh Passengers for Operational Purposes Passengers flying on Finnair from its Helsinki (HEL) hub may be weighed before boarding their flight in February, April, and May. The procedure is voluntary, meaning passengers can opt-out if they feel uncomfortable sharing their weight.Read More →
NEWSFeb 07, 2024Boeing's Quality Control Concerns Expand as Misdrilled Holes Found in 737 MAX FuselagesBoeing continues to face issues with its 737 MAX line, with a fresh wave of problems after discovering misdrilled holes in the fuselages of 50 undelivered aircraft. This latest setback is attributed to its supplier, Spirit AeroSystems. These issues add to the plane's troubled history and raise concerns about production quality and potential delivery delays.Read More →
ROUTESFeb 07, 2024Copa Airlines Adds Raleigh/Durham Route: Which U.S. and Canadian Cities Have Nonstop Flights to Panama?Copa Airlines continues to expand its network as passengers worldwide become interested in visiting Panama. On January 15, the airline announced the launch of nonstop flights to three new destinations: Florianópolis (FLN), Tulum (TQO), and Raleigh/Durham (RDU). These destinations will be Copa Airlines' seventh in Brazil, fifth in Mexico, and 16th in the U.S., respectively. Panama's flag carrier will now serve 85 destinations in 32 countries across the Americas.Read More →
INFORMATIONALFeb 07, 2024How International Passengers Can Visit Indonesia’s Top Destinations, Including BaliIndonesia is a popular travel destination worldwide, appearing near the top of many people's travel bucket lists. The country remains popular despite not having direct flights to North America or Europe, outside of Amsterdam and Istanbul. As tourism in Indonesia has boomed by nearly 65 percent post-pandemic, passengers, especially those from Europe and North America, are interested in visiting Bali and other Indonesian destinations.Read More →
NEWSFeb 06, 2024Alaska Airlines Eliminates San Jose-Austin Route: Why Are Airlines Removing Flights to Austin?Alaska Airlines has recently announced the removal of its nonstop route between Austin (AUS) and San Jose (SJC), marking the second route cut by the airline in about a month. This decision is part of Alaska's ongoing efforts to adapt to evolving travel patterns and market conditions. The move to end flights to San Jose reflects a broader trend of airlines adjusting their route networks in response to changes in demand and operational priorities.Read More →
NEWSFeb 06, 2024Hundreds of Flights Canceled at Tokyo Airports as Region Faces Heavy SnowMore than 100 flights from Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo were canceled on February 5 amid severe winter weather across the Greater Tokyo Area. Japan Airlines' 54 flight cancellations affected 6,150 passengers, with one canceled international flight to Seoul affecting 200 passengers. Meanwhile, ANA's 34 cancellations impacted the travel plans for 5,170 passengers. Read More →