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Why are we taxed to fly? Europe’s aviation levies explained

Airfare pricing is no simple business. From dynamic ticketing, to government policies and shifting global factors, what passengers end up paying can be highly unpredictable.

Euronews

How to Travel with Pets: New Airline Rules and Tips

Airlines have evolved in 2026 to accommodate pet parents better, with standout updates like Air India's "Paws on Board" now allowing cats and dogs up to 10kg (including carrier) in economy cabins across 80+ routes a big leap from prior 4kg limits and 72 hour notices. Booking is simpler at…

Times Pets

Airline bosses weigh in on impact of Middle East conflict

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Sustainable aviation fuel take-up in UK unlikely to hit 2025 target, data suggests

Provisional figures in government mandate’s first year show 20% shortfall in levels of SAF supplied for UK flights

The Guardian - UK

Venezuela's Air Network Reduced to Around 20 Aging Aircraft Amid U.S. Campaign: Report

Passenger traffic has fallen sharply from about 15,000 passengers flying in and out each week to between 1,000 and 2,000 since the latest suspensions

Latin Times

How to Prevent an Emergency When Flying With Your Pet

More and more pet owners are including their pets in their travel plans. Here's how to do that safely and with as little stress as possible.

Kiplinger

Qantas Prioritizes Safety Amid Increased Scrutiny Over Lithium Battery Regulations

In a significant move that highlights the complexities surrounding airline regulations, Qantas has been recognized for its commitment to passenger safety by strictly adhering to international protocols concerning lithium batteries. As the airline industry faces growing scrutiny due to incidents involving lithium-ion battery malfunctions, Qantas's approach underscores its dedication to…

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Calls for change after Qantas refuses to fly British woman with mobility scooter due to its battery

As airlines toughen rules on lithium batteries due to fire danger, disability advocates want clearer accessibility standards

The Guardian - AU

Revealed: ‘Corporate capture’ of UN aviation body by industry

Exclusive: Industry delegates outnumbered climate experts by 14 to one at recent ICAO meeting, thinktank says

The Guardian - UK

Airline passengers behaving badly: Is it time to test alcohol-free flights?

Plane Talk: Do pricing policies for in-flight beers encourage passengers to drink more – and get angry?

The Independent UK

Air France-KLM Publicly Announces Confidence In Newly-Ordered Boeing Units Amid Air India Tragedy

At a press conference for the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in New Delhi, India, Benjamin supported Boeing as a top aeroplane manufacturer.

International Business Times UK

How airlines are managing the risk of missile threats and airspace closures

With airspace closures around Russia and Ukraine, throughout the Middle East and in parts of Africa, airlines are left with fewer options

The Independent UK

Airline Chiefs Meet In India Amid Turbulence Of Trump

Airline bosses meet from Sunday in New Delhi at their annual industry conference, battling to mitigate the impact of Donald Trump's policies that have hit travel to the United States and potentially raised costs for aviation.

International Business Times

“Karen” Tries To Storm Cockpit Over Flight Delay, Gets Tackled By Crew

"Was violence truly necessary?"

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“Not My Job To Help Nasty Entitled Individuals”: Woman Refuses To Tell Lady What She Forgot

Manners and basic courtesy aren’t as common as you might think. Some plane passengers are simply beyond rude!

Euronews

New life for old jets: How cabin refurbishments deliver on sustainability as well as comfort

As demand for air travel continues to surge, airlines are holding onto their planes for longer and working hard to make sure nobody notices.

The Guardian - UK

Travel chaos as Heathrow airport closes after blaze at electrical substation

More than 1,300 flights expected to be affected after airport closes down for all of Friday due to a substation fire

The Independent UK

Qatar Airways defends leaving dead body next to couple on flight for several hours

Staff acted ‘at all times in line with training and industry standard practice’, said the airline

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The Guardian - UK

Revealed: ‘extremely concerning’ industry influence over UN aviation body

Exclusive: Firms outnumber green groups at environmental talks, with related events sponsored by fossil fuel companies

The Independent UK

Reprotected on a wet-leased a/c due to an AOG? Simon Calder’s ultimate guide to aviation jargon

This AAA-ZZZ of flying terminology will help you make sense of the absurd language of aviation

Fortune

Air travel is breaking records, but a lack of planes could result in headwinds in 2025

2024 was a good year for travel but the prognosis for 2025 is even better. Why? Every year, aside from the pandemic, there are just more of us traveling.

The Independent UK

Passenger planes older than they have ever been, says Iata

Plane Talk: Compared with average since 1999, the typical in-service aircraft is 15 months older – at 14 years 10 months

International Business Times

Airlines Chief Says Jet Manufacturers Need To Deliver

World airlines are "cautiously optimistic" for 2025, the industry body's head told AFP on Tuesday, while slamming the big plane manufacturers for not delivering new aircraft fast enough.

International Business Times

Air Passenger Numbers To Top Five Billion In 2025: IATA

Air passenger numbers are forecast to top five billion for the first time next year and the sector's revenues will break the trillion-dollar barrier, the global aviation body IATA said on Tuesday.

Fortune

An airline passenger’s unruly behavior led to a canceled flight. Now he’s on the hook for almost $6,000 in fuel costs

Coupled with a court-ordered fine, the man's bad behavior cost him almost $12,000.

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