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United Resumes Flights to Tel Aviv, Israel from Chicago and Washington D.C.

United Resumes Flights to Tel Aviv, Israel from Chicago and Washington D.C.

United today announced plans to resume flights to Tel Aviv, Israel from Chicago O'Hare and Washington Dulles international airports. This marks the first time United has operated these flights since 2023. United offers more flights to Tel Aviv than any other U.S. airline and will be the only airline operating flights between Tel Aviv and both Chicago and Washington D.C. Flights from Chicago begin Nov. 1 and will operate four times per week, and flights from Washington D.C. begin Nov. 2 and will operate three times per week.

Etihad Reports Record Half-Year Profit of AED 1.1 Billion (£228 Million)

Etihad Reports Record Half-Year Profit of AED 1.1 Billion (£228 Million)

Etihad Airways has reported its strongest-ever half-year performance, delivering record profitability and passenger numbers in the first six months of 2025. The results showcase continued momentum in network expansion, operational efficiency, and enhanced customer experience. Profit after tax reached AED 1.1 billion (£228 million), a 32 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. This growth was driven by vigorous customer demand, productivity and efficiency gains, and improved yields across both passenger and cargo segments. Total revenue rose by 16 per cent year-on-year, driven by both passenger and cargo revenue (16 per cent and 9 per cent growth respectively).

FLY BEYOND SUMMER WITH TAP'S PROMOTION

FLY BEYOND SUMMER WITH TAP'S PROMOTION

TAP Air Portugal's new multi-destination campaign offers trips beyond the summer at incredible prices. The Portuguese national airline is launching a new campaign with return flights to Portugal starting from just £98 in Economy and £318 in Business Class, while journeys to African destinations begin at £269 in Economy and £481 in Business Class.

First Dreamliner with Lufthansa Allegris lands in Frankfurt

First Dreamliner with Lufthansa Allegris lands in Frankfurt

Lufthansa welcomes the first Dreamliner with the Allegris cabin in Frankfurt: The Boeing 787-9 with the new interior in all classes landed at Frankfurt Airport from Seattle, WA. Initially, the newest member of the Lufthansa fleet will be used on flights from Frankfurt to Toronto, Canada, starting in mid-October. This year alone, Lufthansa expects up to nine more Boeing 787-9s at its largest hub in Frankfurt — equivalent to one new delivery every two weeks.

Ethiopian Airlines Inaugurates its New Airport Project in Yabello

Ethiopian Airlines Inaugurates its New Airport Project in Yabello

Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest airline group in Africa and one of the fastest growing airline brands globally inaugurated its airport project at Yabello, Southern part of Oromia Regional State, alongside a new passenger service to the airport. Marking yet another milestone in Ethiopia’s regional connectivity and aviation infrastructure development, the event has been celebrated in the presence of high government officials, the airlines’ executives, community representatives, and various stakeholders

American Airlines announces lounge investment at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

American Airlines announces lounge investment at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

American Airlines continues to enhance the premium customer experience and invest in the Charlotte community with its latest plans to build a Flagship® lounge and expand its Admirals Club® lounge footprint at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). This investment will significantly increase the lounge space for American customers traveling through CLT and marks the long-awaited arrival of the Flagship® lounge experience at CLT. Additional construction details and timing will be shared at a later date.