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Balloons from Belarus are causing chaos in Lithuania. Is it smugglers or a hybrid attack?
BBC News

Lithuania has declared an emergency after the balloons started to cross the border. more…

History-making male flight attendant says job taught him to 'always rise to the top'
NPR

Darrell Anderson became the first male flight attendant for Frontier Airlines in the 1970s, a time when the role was predominantly female. He talks about the experience with a former colleague. more…

United Airlines flight returns to Dulles airport after engine loses power during takeoff
NPR

Shortly after departing the Virginia airport on Saturday, the Tokyo-bound plane's engine cover separated and caught fire, according to the transportation secretary. No injuries were reported. more…

15 killed in mass shooting in Sydney And, Rob Reiner and his wife found dead
NPR

Here's what we know about the mass shooting that left at least 15 people dead. And, authorities found director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, dead in their Los Angeles home. more…

I toured JetBlue's first-ever airport lounge in New York. It finally gives the airline the premium edge it needs.
Business Insider

A lack of lounges has long been JetBlue's glaring weak spot, but BlueHouse represents the airline's greater push to elevate its premium offering. more…

I went inside Vertical Aerospace's brand new flying taxi, which uses tech from an F-35 fighter to help it hover
Business Insider

Vertical Aerospace unveiled its new eVTOL, with controls inspired by the F-35 that make it easier to hover. Its first routes are planned for 2029. more…

I toured the new Airbus plane that will replace American's one-of-a-kind A321T. See how the cabins compare.
Business Insider

American has axed first class for a single business cabin with beds and doors. The plane is overall chic and modern, but there's a row I'd avoid. more…

Starlink traffic doubles as Elon Musk's SpaceX eyes $1.5 trillion public listing
Business Insider

Global web traffic from SpaceX's satellite-based internet service more than doubled in 2025, according to Cloudflare's annual year in review report. more…

5 Changes Coming To American Airlines In 2026
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American Airlines Moves Forward With Major Change for Customers
Men's Journal

Earlier this year, American Airlines announced that it would be joining forces with AT&T to bring complimentary WiFi access to its customers on most flights ... more…

A national airline cancels all flights for third day in a row, no bankruptcy
TheStreet

In the final months of 2025, a number of European airlines have been forced to shut down operations after running out of funds. Regional British carriers... more…

United Jet Carrying 275 Passengers Loses Engine Power After Takeoff From Dulles
Men's Journal

A United Airlines flight bound for Tokyo was forced to return to Washington Dulles International Airport on Saturday after losing power in one of its engines... more…

Airline cancels all flights and travelers stranded, no bankruptcy
TheStreet

As many countries around the world face an economic downturn, a number of holiday, regional and even national airlines have all had to file for bankruptcy... more…

The World's Longest One-Way Flight Just Launched, And It's A Serious Time Saver
SlashGear

This one-way flight, run by China Eastern Airlines, crosses not only the Northern and Southern Hemisphere but also the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. more…

New flight from SFO lands miles from gate into major Calif. theme park
SFGate

It's the second major airline to begin operating at the Southern California airport. more…

Boeing Vs Airbus: Which Planes Are Safer According To Accident Stats?
Islands.com

While Boeing has recently gotten more attention for problems with their planes, when compared to Airbus the stats reveal which type of airplane is safer. more…

Meetings are not work, says Southwest Airlines CEO—and he’s taking action, by blocking his calendar every afternoon from Wednesday to Friday
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Vero Beach airport will serve 8 destinations once JetBlue lands here
TCPalm

JetBlue arrives Dec. 11 with daily flights to Boston and New York. more…

Ground delays in effect for JFK, PHL and EWR airports
FOX 5 NY

Air travel at New York’s JFK and Philadelphia International Airport was disrupted Sunday, with ground stops in place and widespread delays affecting hundreds... more…

Tour company files for bankruptcy and cancel trips, travelers stranded
TheStreet

Amid a larger number of high-profile bankruptcies occurring within weeks of each other this fall, companies that sell holiday packages and tours also... more…

TSA issues stern warning for travelers: Fines can reach $14,000
TheStreet

The last few months have been extremely stressful for the travel industry in the United States. And while the mention of travel woes somehow makes us think... more…

Senators seek to change bill that allows military to operate just like before the DC plane crash
Yahoo Entertainment

Senators from both parties pushed Thursday for changes to a massive defense bill after crash investigators and victims' families warned the legislation would... more…

Another airport cracks down on anyone dropping off travelers by car
TheStreet

With British airports Heathrow and Gatwick both landing among the top 10 busiest airports in Europe, the two have also struggled to decrease the flow of... more…

Todos hemos olvidado algo en los aeropuertos pero alguien lo llevó al extremo: olvidó tres Boeing 747 en el de Kuala Lumpur
Xataka.com

Según datos oficiales, por aeropuertos como el Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas pasan más de 80 millones de pasajeros al año, mientras que por el Josep Tarradellas Barcelona – El Prat transitan más de 19 millones de viajeros al año. Con ese volumen de pasajeros… more…

WATCH: United Airlines flight loses power during takeoff
ABC News

One of the engines on a United Airlines plane failed as it lifted off, sparking a fire near the runway, officials said. more…

WATCH: Brown University student recounts moment he locked eyes with alleged gunman
ABC News

"I thought it was the end of the road for me," Joseph Oduro told ABC News' Whit Johnson. more…

WATCH: A look back at Rob Reiner's life and career
ABC News

As an actor and a film director, Rob Reiner was among the most admired figures in Hollywood, both for his personal warmth and for his brilliant career in entertainment. more…

WATCH: A look back at Rob Reiner’s life and career
ABC News

Reiner was one of the most admired figures in Hollywood, shooting to prominence on “All in the Family” and then as a movie director with hits like “A Few Good Men” and “When Harry Met Sally." more…

WATCH: At least 15 killed in shooting at Bondi Beach, Australia, officials say
ABC News

The attack left 42 people injured, including two police officers, according to officials. more…

Your Next Flight Might Be Directed From Space
Gizmodo.com

The Iris system uses satellites for communication between pilots and air traffic controllers. more…

How Scammers Poison AI Results With Fake Customer Support Numbers
Gizmodo.com

"Our investigation shows that threat actors are already exploiting this frontier at scale." more…

We Will Swim Again at Bondi
The Atlantic

Australians must stand with our Jewish community. more…

Improved ‘Terminator’ Sun Model Could Change Space Weather Forecasting
Scientific American

An idea about the sun’s magnetic field called the terminator model could help predict dangerous space weather more accurately more…

Vertical Aerospace Valo: The UK’s Electric Air Taxi Takes Flight
Yanko Design

Vertical Aerospace Valo: The UK’s Electric Air Taxi Takes FlightImagine cutting a 90-minute airport transfer to 12 minutes. That is the value proposition Vertical Aerospace is selling with Valo, the electric air taxi it... more…

Publicado el informe preliminar sobre el avión que chocó con algo a unos 36.000 pies de altura cuando volaba de Denver a Los Angeles
Microsiervos.com

Se me había pasado que la Junta Nacional de Seguridad en el Transporte (NTSB) de los Estados Unidos ha publicado ya el informe preliminar [PDF] sobre el avión que chocó con algo a unos 36.000 pies de altura cuando volaba de Denver a Los Angeles. En concreto … more…

British Airways fears a future where AI agents pick flights and brands get ghosted
Theregister.com

CEO warns airlines that don’t learn to sell themselves to machines could soon be flying under the radar British Airways' chief executive has warned that the airline industry is fast heading for a future where AI agents, not humans, decide which brands get boo… more…

IBM touts progress on tech stack for AI-enabled airline with no passengers or alcohol
Theregister.com

Digital native? Cloud native? No, we need to be AI native, says Riyadh Air IBM and Riyadh Air have upgraded their contracted agreement, meaning the Saudi operation will not be the world's first digitally native airline, but will instead be the first AI native… more…

« Un moment charnière pour l’aviation » : Airbus et Boeing se partagent leur fournisseur clé, Spirit Aerosystems
Presse-citron

Boeing et Airbus viennent de conclure une opération d’une ampleur rare dans l’aéronautique mondiale : la scission de Spirit AeroSystems, l’un des plus importants fabricants d’aérostructures au monde. Après plus de 18 mois de discussions, Boeing a finalisé le … more…

Airbus visée par des inspections aux États-Unis, suite à la découverte de fissures sur les portes d’A320
Presse-citron

Après la découverte de fissures sur des éléments de porte de l’A320, les autorités américaines ordonnent des inspections renforcées sur près de 2 000 appareils. Une mesure qui ravive les inquiétudes autour de la sécurité aérienne. more…

Nancy Mace's Response to Why She Yelled at TSA Agents?: I Have Fought the Transgender Community
Jezebel

When Maria Bartiromo asked about the airport incident, Mace launched into her latest unhinged rant. more…

Luftverkehr: Flugzeuge knapp – Airlines erwarten Rekordauslastung
Die Zeit

Hier finden Sie Informationen zu dem Thema „Luftverkehr“. Lesen Sie jetzt „Flugzeuge knapp – Airlines erwarten Rekordauslastung“. more…

The SR-71 Blackbird Jet Was Faster Than Any Commercial Plane
BGR

The SR-71 Blackbird jet remans the fastest manned plane ever, capable of more than 2,000 mph, versus the typical 520-mph speed of current commercial planes. more…

Anrainer rügen Kommission: „Kaum Fortschritte bei Schutz vor Fluglärm“
Faz.net

Die flughafenkritischen Bürgerinitiativen kritisieren die Fluglärmkommission Frankfurt scharf. Interessen von Bürgern würden ignoriert, eine Reform müsse her. more…

Falcon 9 rocket launches Starlink satellites before making 550th SpaceX landing
Space.com

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 27 Starlink satellites lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. The first stage then made the company's 550th landing. more…

United Airlines Flights Loses Power in Engine, Sets Nearby Brush Ablaze During Takeoff
TMZ

A United Airlines flight needed to make a quick U-turn when it lost power in an engine ... and lit brush near the tarmac on fire. UA Flight 803 took off from Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C. Saturday around 12:20 PM ET ... when it… more…

Saying goodbye to Delta Diamond Medallion but all-in on Hyatt and American Airlines: TPG's Clint Henderson’s 2026 elite status plans
The Points Guy

TPG's principal spokesperson will hold top-tier status with Hilton, Hyatt, American Airlines and United Airlines next year. more…

Atmos Rewards Ascent Visa Signature review: Valuable points and solid perks for Alaska and Hawaiian flyers
The Points Guy

This card is an excellent option for those who fly Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and their Oneworld partners often and want to earn valuable Atmos Rewards points. more…

American Airlines brings its new Flagship Suites to JFK — with more on the way
The Points Guy

American Airlines is bringing its new Flagship Suites business-class product to New York City for the first time. more…

How to get upgraded on American Airlines flights
The Points Guy

Here's how to get upgraded on American Airlines flights, including by redeem AAdvantage miles, buying a paid upgrade offer and using systemwide upgrades. more…

American unveils premium Airbus A321XLR with Flagship Suites, promises ‘sexy’ new routes
The Points Guy

American Airlines next week will become the first U.S. airline to offer service on Airbus' new long-range aircraft: the Airbus A321XLR, featuring the carrier's Flagship Suites. more…

United completes another historic inaugural with first-ever nonstop flight to South Australia
The Points Guy

On Dec. 11, 2025, United Airlines began three-times weekly service to Adelaide, Australia from San Francisco aboard a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. TPG was there.. more…

Alaska Airlines' new London flights to launch just in time for summer 2026
The Points Guy

Alaska Airlines will launch service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to London's Heathrow Airport (LHR) just in time for the summer 2026 travel season. more…

New promos from American Airlines AAdvantage can earn you bonus miles
The Points Guy

Earn 100 bonus miles for registration and the ability to earn 3,000 miles by booking with AA partners. more…

Air France is opening a fancy new London Heathrow lounge with a spa
The Points Guy

Air France will open a new flagship lounge in Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 4 in spring 2026, which could tempt disgruntled British Airways elite members. more…

These are America's best airport lounge networks, according to new JD Power study
The Points Guy

J.D. Power published its first comprehensive U.S. airport lounge benchmark study, exploring the best lounge networks and how travelers use lounges. more…

New, first-ever nonstop to Ireland comes to resurgent Pittsburgh
The Points Guy

Aer Lingus will launch nonstop service from Pittsburgh to Dublin just in time for the peak summer travel season in 2026. more…

JetBlue's chic new 'BlueHouse' lounge set for big debut at New York JFK
The Points Guy

JetBlue’s club at New York John F. Kennedy's terminal 5 won’t just be a new outpost. It launches the carrier's new lounge network. more…

Introducing Talking Points: TPG’s new unfiltered, no-spreadsheets-allowed Substack
The Points Guy

Come join TPG over on Substack as we get comfy and talk points and miles on Talking Points with TPG. more…

4 reasons I keep the Hilton Aspire card in my wallet even though I rarely use it
The Points Guy

The Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card has become a valuable card in my wallet, even though I rarely use it. Here's how I maximize its perks. more…

How (and why) to book United flights with Aeroplan points
The Points Guy

Learn how Aeroplan points can help you book United flights for less, along with smart ways to earn and transfer points more…

Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Venture X: Deciding between 2 of the best travel cards
The Points Guy

The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card are two top travel rewards card. We'll help you pick which is right for you? more…

How you can maximize credit cards for a cross-country move
The Points Guy

Planning a big move? Learn how to use credit cards, bonus categories and welcome offers to turn major moving expenses into valuable points and miles. more…

I left my laptop on a flight. Here's how I got it back within 24 hours
The Points Guy

Delta came through after I reported my work computer lost. I had it back in my possession within hours. Here's what to do when you lose an item on a plane. more…

10 underrated winter travel destinations for sun-, snow- and even storm-seekers
The Points Guy

When it feels like everyone is rushing to Colorado or the Caribbean, here are some underestimated options for winter travel. more…

Мужчина воспользовался моментом взлета и ощупал попутчицу в самолете
Lenta

Мужчина воспользовался моментом взлета и ощупал попутчицу в самолете American Airlines. Об этом пишет издание Paddle Your Own Kanoo (PYOK) more…

Двигатель самолета с 275 пассажирами на борту отказал во время взлета в аэропорту США
Lenta

Двигатель пассажирского самолета United Airlines перестал работать во время выполнения рейса из США в Японию. Об этом сообщило издание The New York Post more…

Бортпроводник похлопал по плечу стюардессу и попал под арест
Lenta

Бортпроводник авиакомпании United Airlines похлопал по плечу стюардессу, пригрозил ей увольнением и попал под арест. Об этом пишет издание Paddle Your Own Kanoo (PYOK) more…

Драка на борту самолета закончилась порванной рубашкой одного из пассажиров
Lenta

Драка на борту самолета Ryanair закончилась порванной рубашкой одного из пассажиров. Об этом пишет издание Dublin Live more…

Пассажиры провели девять часов в небе на борту рейса «в никуда» и вернулись
Lenta

Пассажиры авиакомпании British Airways провели девять часов в небе во время полета «в никуда» и вернулись в аэропорт вылета в Лондоне. Об этом сообщает PYOK more…

В московских аэропортах отменены и задержаны более сотни рейсов
Lenta

Более сотни рейсов в четверг, 11 декабря, были отменены и задержаны в аэропортах Москвы. Об этом сообщается в Telegram-канале Ассоциации туроператоров России (АТОР) more…

'Aussie Cossack', el amigo de Putin que vive cautivo en el consulado ruso de Sídney sin poder poner un pie en la calle
El Mundo

Los tentáculos de Vladimir Putin también se extienden a las antípodas. Son los llamados patriotas rusos y entre los más destacados está el autodenominado «cosaco... more…

Meet the surfing CEO fighting to save America’s coastlines and communities
Adventure.com

As CEO of Surfrider Foundation, Dr Chad Nelsen leads the charge for coastal lovers fighting greed, shortsightedness and oceanic ignorance. As governments come and go, it’s constant political whack-a-mole. But every day, this surfer and ocean defender finds ne… more…

Sugar23 Reorganizes Amid Evolution Into Next-Generation Branded Entertainment Studio, Six Managers Expected To Depart
Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: Sugar23, the management and production company founded by Michael Sugar, on Thursday announced a comprehensive company reorg intended to accelerate its evolution into a next-generation entertainment studio that bridges Hollywood creativity with bra… more…

The Truth About Airline Baggage Transport
Neatorama.com

You probably travel with just carry-on luggage if you have to fly (I do), because not only does checked baggage cost extra, there's a chance you may never see that suitcase again in one piece. What do airlines do to cause all that damage? One commenter told o… more…

3 arrested with cannabis worth Rs 13 crore at Mumbai airport
The Indian Express

According to the agency, in the first incident, an official intercepted one Shabbir Akbarali Daudi at the airport when he arrived from Bangkok by Thai Lion airlines on Friday. more…

IndiGo crisis: Delhi High Court grills Centre over ticket price surge, passenger hardship
The Indian Express

Indigo crisis news, Delhi high court Indigo: A bench of Chief Justices Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Tushar Rao Gedela asked the government to explain the arrangements made to manage stranded travellers and prevent harassment at airports. more…

Minister in Rajya Sabha: Strict action against IndiGo, will set an example
The Indian Express

"If there is any non-compliance or non adherence for any operator, we will take strict action,” K Rammohan Naidu said. more…

DGCA directs IndiGo CEO, other senior officials to appear Thursday to present data, updates on flight disruptions
The Indian Express

The IndiGo top management has been called in for Thursday’s meeting a day after the government ordered a 10 per cent curtailment in IndiGo’s schedule. more…

Amid questions on DGCA oversight on IndiGo, regulator sacks 4 Flight Operations Inspectors
The Indian Express

DGCA has terminated four flight operations inspectors after IndiGo’s major flight disruptions, as an inquiry probes oversight lapses and the airline’s missteps in implementing new pilot duty and rest rules. more…

‘IndiGo back on its feet; most of bags stuck at airports delivered’: CEO Peter Elbers
The Indian Express

IndiGo restored its network on a “war footing”, flying over 1,800 flights by December 9. more…

40 years ago December 10, 1985: India cautions Sri Lanka
The Indian Express

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on December 10, 1985. more…

IndiGo crisis puts spotlight on Modi govt’s youngest minister: Who is Ram Mohan Naidu?
The Indian Express

Before being sworn in last year, the Union Civil Aviation Minister, who is considered to be Chandrababu Naidu's "eyes and ears in Delhi, told supporters it was not going to be an easy job but added he was "ready to face the challenges" more…

Daily Briefing: Inside Puducherry’s rigged cricket ecosystem
The Indian Express

Also in today's edition: IndiGo's monopoly; Vande Matram refrain in Lok Sabha; Goa nightclub owners on the run; what's next for actor Dileep; and more more…

Media Buying Briefing: How the 4As’ Justin Thomas-Copeland is updating the org’s mission
Digiday

The veteran of many agencies is trying to refit the industry association to service an industry he sees undergoing a rebirth. more…

WTF is an incentives marketing strategy? | How brands are merging loyalty programs and promotions to build long-term customer value
Digiday

This WTF guide, with partner insights from Talon.One, explores why brands should move away from a siloed approach to loyalty and promotions, and should instead implement a unified incentives marketing strategy to create long-term customer value and differenti… more…

Un nuevo sistema de navegación y comunicación permite dirigir vuelos comerciales desde el espacio para mejorar la eficiencia en los aeropuertos
Gizmodo.com

El sistema Iris usa satélites para la comunicación entre los pilotos y los controladores de tráfico aéreo more…

Tribunale Pechino ordina a Malaysia Airlines risarcimenti da 410mila dollari per ogni famiglia delle vittime del volo MH370
Il Sole 24 Ore

Un tribunale di Pechino ha stabilito che la Malaysian Airlines deve pagare 2,9 milioni di yuan (410mila dollari) a ciascuna delle famiglie degli otto passeggeri scomparsi nel misterioso incidente aereo... more…

Faury (Airbus): «Boeing primo nella corsa agli ordini di nuovi aerei nel 2025»
Il Sole 24 Ore

Per la prima volta in sei anni Boeing potrebbe superare Airbus nella corsa agli ordini raccolti in giro per il mondo dalle compagnie aeree. A dirlo è lo stesso ceo... more…

Airbus fermato nella corsa per superare Boeing
Il Sole 24 Ore

Doveva essere un anno favoloso per il gigante mondiale dell’aeronautica, Airbus, invece qualcosa si è incrinato e nelle ultime settimane il vento è cambiato: prima l’aggiornamento del software di 6mila... more…

Bit 2026: viaggiare per conoscere ed esplorare
Il Sole 24 Ore

E’ il focus della manifestazione in programma a Milano dal 10 al 12 febbraio con sei distretti Italy, World, Travel Expert, Hospitality, Innovation e Transportation more…

O plano dos EUA para ter ‘carros voadores’ já nas Olimpíadas de Los Angeles
Olhardigital.com.br

EUA iniciam programa-piloto visando integrar a tecnologia de "carros voadores" e exibi-la nas Olimpíadas de Los Angeles em 2028 O post O plano dos EUA para ter ‘carros voadores’ já nas Olimpíadas de Los Angeles apareceu primeiro em Olhar Digital. more…

Austin's new deal with Southwest Airlines expected to add 2,000 jobs
Biztoc.com

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Austin Mayor Kirk Watson held a press conference Friday to discuss a new deal with Southwest Airlines and its expected impact on the city. The deal, approved Thursday by the Austin City Council, awards Southwest $2,7… more…

Global airlines set for record $41 billion net profit next year, IATA says
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Retiring Next Year? Use This Withdrawal Rate Instead of The 4% Rule, New Report Finds
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Thai PM Says No Cambodian Ceasefire As First Civilian Is Killed
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Chile Holds Presidential Runoff With Right-Wing Poised to Clinch Power
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Flight Returns to Dulles After Engine Failure During Takeoff, F.A.A. Says
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Russian ban on Roblox gaming platform sparks rare protest
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I toured the new Airbus plane that will replace American's one-of-a-kind A321T. See how the cabins compare
Biztoc.com

American's A321XLR is a chic and modern plane that I can't wait to fly on one day. But it has a few astericks. Taylor Rains/Business Insider American Airlines' new A321XLR will replace its dated A321Ts and expand its transatlantic network. There is no more fi… more…

Key risks for 2026: What could go wrong (and right) next year?
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