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Frontier Airlines Joins JFK Terminal 6 for Operations in 2026

Frontier Airlines Joins JFK Terminal 6 for Operations in 2026

JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport's new world-class Terminal 6 (T6), and ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines, (Nasdaq: ULCC), today announced that Frontier has selected T6 for its future operations at JFK. Frontier joins Air Canada, Aer Lingus, ANA, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Condor, JetBlue Airways, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Norse, and SWISS as the 13th international airline to make T6 its new home at JFK when the terminal opens to passengers in 2026.

DCT Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways Partner to Launch New Abu Dhabi Pass

DCT Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways Partner to Launch New Abu Dhabi Pass

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways have today launched the new Abu Dhabi Pass at ITB Berlin, the world's largest tourism trade fair. The new Abu Dhabi Pass transforms the visitor experience into a fully digital journey, simplifying access to the emirate’s offerings. Etihad passengers will receive an email with a link to access the Abu Dhabi Pass through a dedicated website, with no additional cost or app download required.

Riyadh Air Partners with Saudi Ground Services in a Monumental SAR 500 Million Deal

Riyadh Air Partners with Saudi Ground Services in a Monumental SAR 500 Million Deal

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s newly established national airline, has entered into a significant partnership with Saudi Ground Services Company (SGS) to facilitate comprehensive ground handling services across airports in the Kingdom. This landmark agreement, valued at approximately SAR 500 million, will take effect in March 2025 for an initial period of 36 months, with the potential for a two-year extension based on mutual agreement.

Emirates Announces Strategic Expansion with Trip.com at ITB Berlin to Strengthen Its Global Airline

Emirates Announces Strategic Expansion with Trip.com at ITB Berlin to Strengthen Its Global Airline

Emirates has strengthened its collaboration with Trip.com, a globally recognized travel services provider, with an aim to enhance its market reach and customer engagement. The renewed partnership was formalized at ITB Berlin, with Nabil Sultan, Executive Vice President of Passenger Sales & Country Management at Emirates, and CT Ooi, Vice President of Flights Business at Trip.com Group, signing the agreement.

Emirates presents new cabin equipment at ITB Berlin 2025

Emirates presents new cabin equipment at ITB Berlin 2025

Emirates presented its latest products at ITB Berlin 2025. The cabin equipment of the Airbus A350 was presented for the first time in Germany. Emirates welcomed high-ranking representatives from politics and tourism, including the Governing Mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner, as well as representatives of the federal government and international tourism officials, to the official opening tour of the airline's exhibition stand.

Turkish Airlines flying high with US$2.4 billion profit for 2024

Turkish Airlines flying high with US$2.4 billion profit for 2024

Turkish Airlines has reported a US$2.4 billion profit for 2024 in a challenging aviation industry hit by geopolitical and global tensions, aircraft production delays and engine issues. The carrier also revealed a cash dividend of $260 million for the same period, partly owing to its share buyback strategy. Net debt fell by $8.3 billion in the past three years, reflecting the airline’s strong performance. This follows Turkish Airlines’ impressive growth during the past 20 years, with the airline outperforming sector averages in capacity, passenger numbers and profitability.

South Carolina's Skies Shine Brighter with Spirit Airlines' Yellow Planes Landing in Columbia

South Carolina's Skies Shine Brighter with Spirit Airlines' Yellow Planes Landing in Columbia

Spirit Airlines announced today that it will touch down in the heart of South Carolina this June with new, high-value service at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE). The carrier will offer nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and the only nonstop flights to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Orlando International Airport (MCO), the airport nearest to Orlando's major theme parks and attractions. Spirit's all-Airbus fleet will take off from CAE for the first time on June 5, with travel options ranging from premium to economical.

JetZero, Delta partner to design the future of air travel

JetZero, Delta partner to design the future of air travel

JetZero is partnering with Delta Air Lines on a revolutionary, more sustainable aircraft that looks and feels like nothing flying today's commercial skies. JetZero's vastly more fuel efficient blended-wing-body (BWB) design is at the center of the collaboration and is one facet of Delta's ongoing journey to advance industry innovation, drive down cost through increased fuel-savings, elevate the customer experience and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Three new destinations join flydubai’s network

Three new destinations join flydubai’s network

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced today the launch of three new destinations in Iran, growing its expanding network. This includes the start of flights to Bushehr and Tabriz from 13 March and Qeshm from 14 March.

Emirates expands global network with the official introduction of three new destinations

Emirates expands global network with the official introduction of three new destinations

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is set to further strengthen its presence across Asia with the launch of daily non-stop flights between Dubai and Shenzhen from 1 July 2025*. The airline will also introduce four weekly services to Da Nang on 2 June and three weekly flights to Siem Reap from 3 June with both cities connecting via Bangkok.