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The world's most profitable airlines: Record earnings collide with the Iran war

The nine most profitable airlines on the planet earned a combined $25.11 billion (€22bn) in their latest annual results, with Emirates keeping its crown. However, the numbers largely reflect an industry snapshot moments before the Iran war changed everything.

Euronews

New flight routes launching to and from Europe in autumn and winter 2026

Whether you’re chasing an autumn break or a winter escape, airlines are rolling out new flight routes to and from Europe in 2026.

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Air India, SIA Engineering to set up maintenance, repair and overhaul joint venture in India

Air India and Singapore Airlines' engineering arm are exploring a joint venture to establish a world-class Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India. This collaboration aims to bolster India's aviation MRO capabilities and cater to growing regional demands. Building on existing partnerships for component support and base maintenance, the…

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Asian airlines' Europe windfall fades as Gulf rivals rebound

Asian airlines that benefited from higher fares and passenger numbers on European routes due to the Iran conflict are now facing declining advantages. Gulf carriers have resumed flights, offering lower prices, leading to a gradual erosion of market share gained by airlines like Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

The Economic Times

Indian man handed six-month jail term for molesting Singapore Airlines flight attendant

Man, 35, laughed along with his friends after repeatedly molesting stewardess

The Independent UK

Credit card points: How to use them for free flights, hotel stays, and better travel rewards

Travellers should also remember that loyalty program transfers are generally irreversible. Before moving points to an airline or a hotel program, it is advisable to confirm award availability and understand the redemption rules. Airline miles can also expire or lose value over time if loyalty programs change their award charts.…

The Economic Times

Air India's long history as it continues to face fallout from deadly crash

Investigators will delay the final report on the deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash. The analysis of the plane's engines requires more time. This incident marked the world's deadliest air disaster in a decade. Air India has a long history, founded in 1932. The airline is undergoing significant changes and…

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Arrivia and KrisFlyer Expand Partnership to Launch Cruise Redemptions with Miles

SINGAPORE, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- arrivia and KrisFlyer, the lifestyle rewards programme of the Singapore Airlines Group, are elevating member benefits with the launch of cruise bookings using KrisFlyer miles. This enhanced partnership offers KrisFlyer members expanded opportunities to utilise miles through KrisFlyer Cruise, arrivia's exclusive cruise platform. This…

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Air India's challenges 'largely external', transformation a long game: Singapore Airlines CEO

Air India's transformation is a long journey with no quick fixes, according to Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong. The Indian carrier faces significant external challenges. These include the ongoing Pakistan airspace closure and a depreciating rupee. Air India's losses were substantial in the last fiscal year. The company is…

The Economic Times

Singapore Airlines defends its decision to invest in loss-making Air India: 'We know the market and how difficult it feels'

SIA reported a 57.4% drop in FY2025 net income to $927 million. Profits were partially eroded by losses from the airline's investment in Air India.

Fortune

Air India woes dent Singapore Airlines earnings; profit falls 57%

Singapore Airlines Group saw a 57.4% profit drop to SGD 1.184 billion in FY26, largely due to no prior one-off merger gain and Air India's losses. Despite this, SIA remains committed to its Air India investment, viewing it as crucial for its multi-hub strategy in a growing aviation market.

The Economic Times

Singapore Airlines delays premium seat upgrade rollout to 2027

Singapore Airlines has pushed back the debut of its upgraded First and Business Class seats on the A350-900 fleet to early 2027. This delay, attributed to global supply chain and certification issues, impacts a S$1.1 billion cabin overhaul. The new interiors, part of a fleet-wide upgrade, will also feature on…

The Economic Times

Singapore Airlines to roll out Starlink internet connection on select aircraft from 2027

High-speed WiFi will be offered to all passengers for free, provided they are a member of the airline’s frequent flyer programme.

Euronews

Singapore Airlines to roll out Starlink-powered high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi from 2027

Singapore Airlines (SIA) on Monday announced that it will introduce next-generation high-speed in-flight connectivity powered by Starlink, with a progressive rollout beginning in the first quarter of 2027.

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The Independent UK

Air India chief resigns 10 months after devastating Ahmedabad crash and amid mounting financial troubles

Airline continues to reel from impacts of last year’s crash involving a London-bound plane in western India, which killed 260 people

The Conversation

Airlines are facing yet more turbulence – expert assesses what they need to get through it

The war in the Middle East swiftly led to the cancellation of thousands of flights across the Persian Gulf. The crisis in the industry is severe, but aviation is no stranger to existential shocks. Over the last four decades it has faced the COVID pandemic, the 2008 recession, the September…

The Independent UK

The best US airlines for 2026 are revealed in prestigious industry rankings

One accolade goes to a New York-headquartered carrier that’s ‘a preferred choice among passengers seeking a balance between cost and comfort’

The Times of India

Indian national Akash Tiwari charged with harassing air hostess on Singapore Airlines plane; faces up to three years in jail

An Indian man has been charged with molesting and harassing a flight attendant on board a Singapore Airlines flight. The incident happened mid-air last month.

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The Independent UK

Yesterday Dubai – tomorrow, who knows? How Iran conflict could change UK travel plans once and for all

Dubai, seen for decades as a safe and serene haven, now finds itself on the Foreign Office no-go – along with Abu Dhabi, just down the road in the UAE, and Doha in Qatar. So what does this mean for the future of tourism in the Gulf? Simon Calder finds…

Fortune

Asian aviation stocks plunge as Iran conflict forces airlines to cancel flights over Middle Eastern airspace

Shares in Singapore Airlines are down by 4.5%, while Qantas and Japan Airlines are down by 5.4% and 5.6% respectively.

Euronews

Ryanair and Wizz Air named worst airlines by passengers over ‘confusing’ add-on costs

Commenting on the worst-ranking airlines, Which? Travel editor Rory Boland advised passengers to "fly with anyone else, if you can".

The Times of India

Singapore Airlines launches non-stop flights to Riyadh after 12 years: New route details, benefits explained

Singapore Airlines is relaunching non-stop flights to Riyadh from June 2, 2026, after a 12-year absence. Operating four times weekly on Airbus A350-900s, this service aims to boost business, tourism and cultural exchange between Southeast Asia and the Middle East. The move signifies Riyadh's growing importance as a global hub…

The Independent UK

The safest airlines for 2026 revealed — and five are US carriers

Each year, an aviation ratings website draws up lists of the 25 safest full-service and low-cost airlines after analyis of a total of 320 carriers

The Independent UK

Revealed: The global airline with the best economy seats

Carriers were judged on design, seat pitch and headrest comfort

The Independent UK

Best and worst airlines for long-haul flights revealed — and two US carriers come bottom of the ranking

The index has been compiled by an analysis of ratings from Skytrax, AirlineQuality, Tripadvisor, Trustpilot and consumer advocacy group Which?

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