American Airlines flight attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), have ratified a new collective bargaining agreement. The contract will deliver significant and immediate improvements in compensation, benefits and quality-of-life provisions.

Virgin Atlantic has announced that it will open its iconic Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at Los Angeles International Airport early next year. The lounge, located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, will invite customers to relax and enjoy the airline’s premium, personalised experience before they board their flight to London and beyond. The new Clubhouse will be just minutes away from the Virgin Atlantic gates so they can soak up every moment in the space before boarding.

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken the wraps off its sensational Summer 2025 schedule, with a double-daily debut on a host of top European destinations. The newly enhanced schedule, now open for booking, offers increased flight frequencies and convenient 2pm departures to many European destinations, further boosting tourism to Abu Dhabi.

During the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) event in Montreal, Volar Air Mobility and Etihad Aviation Training LLC (EAT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in the field of advanced electric aircraft operations. The agreement aims to optimize the use of both parties' capabilities and expertise through the exchange of information and joint initiatives in areas of mutual interest, advancing the UAE's aviation sector.

Fuji Dream Airlines Japanese regional carrier and IBS Software, a global leader in SaaS solutions for the travel industry, have collaborated to transform and seamlessly migrate airline operations to a cloud-native platform. This partnership is a significant step in IBS Software's mission to modernise airline operations in APAC and underlines its commitment to cloud nativity and innovation in aviation technology.

AKOOL, a leader in generative AI technologies, today announces its partnership with Qatar Airways in launching the world's first airline commercial where viewers can become the stars of the film. As part of Qatar Airways' new global 'AI Adventure' campaign, the airline has leveraged AKOOL's innovative Face Swap technology, creating a pioneering and highly personalized experience that allows viewers to insert themselves directly into the film.