Keywords: Aviation


Global air traffic declines again in May, IATA reports continued slowdown

Global air passenger traffic declined again in May 2026, marking a second consecutive monthly contraction, according to the latest data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The downturn comes amid rising operational costs, geopolitical instability, and increasing ticket prices......

FAA investigates reported drone incident near New York airport

U.S. aviation authorities have launched an investigation after a JetBlue Airways flight reported a possible collision with a drone while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, raising fresh concerns about the growing risks posed by unauthorized drone operations near major airports. According......

SAS places record Airbus order worth more than $10 billion to accelerate fleet renewal

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced the largest aircraft investment in its history, placing an order for up to 40 Airbus widebody jets in a deal with a list value exceeding $10 billion, marking a major milestone in the carrier's post-restructuring growth strategy. The order represents a significant......

Global airlines face carbon compliance costs that could exceed $127 billion by 2035

Global airlines are expected to face a significant increase in carbon compliance costs over the next decade as demand for carbon credits continues to outpace supply. Industry estimates suggest that cumulative spending on carbon offsets could exceed $127 billion between 2024 and 2035, placing growing......

Malaysia extends MH370 search by one year in renewed push to solve aviation mystery

Malaysia has extended its agreement with deep-sea exploration company Ocean Infinity by one year to continue the underwater search for the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, the country’s transport ministry confirmed on Monday. The Boeing 777 aircraft, operated by Malaysia Airlines, disappeared......

Tourist aircraft carrying parachutists crashes near Nancy, multiple casualties reported in Meurthe-et-Moselle

A light tourist aircraft carrying a group of parachutists crashed on Sunday morning in Tomblaine, near the city of Nancy in eastern France, prompting a large-scale emergency response and reports of multiple casualties. According to local authorities, the aircraft had taken off earlier in the day from......

Small aircraft accidents in Beijing: A look back at two decades of aviation incidents

A rare small aircraft accident in Beijing has renewed attention on aviation safety in one of the world's most tightly regulated airspaces. The incident, involving a light aircraft that reportedly struck one of the capital's tallest buildings, stands out as an unusual event in a city where civilian......

Airbus Launches Urgent Inspections on A380 Fleet After Wing Structure Issue Detected

Airbus has initiated urgent inspections on 16 Airbus A380 aircraft after structural cracks were discovered in a key component of the aircraft’s wing structure, raising renewed attention over the safety of the world’s largest passenger jet. The issue was identified in a load-bearing wing......

India’s Akasa Air plans major expansion with 30% capacity increase in FY27

Indian low-cost carrier Akasa Air has announced plans to expand its operational capacity by 30% in the current fiscal year (FY27), as the airline continues to scale up its network amid rising demand for domestic and regional air travel. The announcement comes alongside a reported 37% increase in revenue......