Jet Fuel Prices Soar as War in Iran Ripples Through Global Aviation
Crude oil prices surge amid escalating conflict in Iran, impacting global aviation costs.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
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Briefing: Brazilian airline GOL announces direct flights between Rio de Janeiro, Lisbon and Paris
Strategic angle: GOL Airlines expands its international reach with new direct routes to Europe.
Editorial Staff Mar 15
Briefing: Airbus is preparing two uncrewed combat aircraft
Strategic angle: Airbus announces plans for the development of two uncrewed combat aircraft in collaboration with Kratos.
Editorial Staff Mar 14
TSA Agents Will Miss First Paycheck This Friday Amid Government Shutdown
Travelers are already noticing long waits at major airports, but it is expected to get worse as the shutdown continues.
Editorial Staff Mar 13
Briefing: Middle East flights: Gulf Air repositions aircraft from Bahrain airport
Strategic angle: Bahrain’s national carrier is operating limited services from Dammam in Saudi Arabia while Qatar Airways has confirmed repatriation flights connecting 36 destinations with Doha.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Firefly Alpha returns to flight
Strategic angle: Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket successfully returned to flight March 11, launching a technology demonstration mission more than 10 months after the rocket’s previous launch failed.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: How the Iran war is disrupting air travel -- and advice if you're planning a trip
Strategic angle: The war in Iran is roiling jet fuel prices and airlines are beginning to hike prices, unsettling travelers far from the Middle East.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: British Airways Cancels Abu Dhabi Service Until Later This Year
Strategic angle: The airline has suspended its flights amid ongoing regional tensions.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Flight Diverted, Muslim Passenger Removed Due to 'Misunderstanding' Over Ramadan Prayer Reminder
Strategic angle: An FBI spokesperson confirmed no credible threat was posed by the passenger, who was removed after a phone timer sounded.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Spirit Airlines to Recall Furloughed Pilots Amid Bankruptcy Exit Plans
Strategic angle: The airline aims to combat pilot attrition by bringing back furloughed aviators as it navigates its financial recovery.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Qatar Airways Expands Repatriation Flights Amid Middle East Crisis
Strategic angle: In response to increasing demand, Qatar Airways announces additional repatriation services to and from Doha.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: TSA Staff Shortages Cause Long Security Lines at Airports
Strategic angle: Travelers are facing hourslong waits at some airport security lines amid TSA staffing shortages.
Editorial Staff Mar 9
Briefing: American Airlines (AAL) Unveils $1B Expansion Plan for Miami International Airport
Strategic angle: American Airlines announces a significant investment to enhance facilities at Miami International Airport.
Editorial Staff Mar 9
Renewed Efforts to Locate MH370 Fall Short, Raising Strategic Concerns
The renewed search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has not produced results after 12 years, prompting discussions on the efficacy of current search strategies and their broader implications.
Editorial Staff Mar 9