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UK launches first repatriation flight from Oman as Middle East conflict disrupts air travel
The UK government is preparing to operate its first repatriation flight for British nationals stranded in the Middle East as ongoing missile and drone attacks across the Gulf continue to disrupt air travel across the region.
Aerospace Tech Week confirms partnership with ADS Group
Aerospace Tech Week – the premier international exhibition and conference for aerospace technology – has today announced a partnership with UK trade association ADS Group as the event prepares to launch its inaugural UK edition.
Advice for British Travellers in Oman as Repatriation Flights Begin
British travellers currently in Oman are being urged to remain calm and closely follow official guidance as arrangements are made to help people return to the UK. Julia Lo Bue-Said OBE, CEO of Advantage Travel Partnership, said the situation is understandably causing anxiety for those affected but stressed that following the correct procedures will be essential to ensure a safe and orderly return home.
Middle East Airlines and the Struggle to Resume Services After Regional Hostilities
The outbreak of serious hostilities in the Middle East, centered on escalating conflict involving Iran and other regional powers, has thrown one of the world’s busiest flight corridors into chaos. Civil aviation — normally a smooth and interconnected network of international links — has been interrupted across multiple countries. This disruption has had a direct impact on carriers such as Middle East Airlines (MEA), Lebanon’s national airline, as well as major Gulf carriers.
Virgin Atlantic is building future-ready talent through apprenticeships
Breaking Travel news caught up with Becky Woodmansee to explore how Virgin Atlantic is building future-ready talent through apprenticeships, and what this means for the wider aviation sector at a time of rapid skills transformation. See her response to our questions detailing this innovative scheme and its benefits in the exclusive interview below.
British Airways Increases Flights to Surging Cincy in 2026
British Airways is expanding its nonstop London Heathrow to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport service to six weekly flights from 29 March 2026, boosting capacity by 55 to 60 percent in response to rising demand. The timing could not be better. The Cincy Region, where German heritage meets urban energy and Southern hospitality, is gearing up for a standout year of landmark events, culinary innovation and major cultural moments, making 2026 the perfect time to visit.
Air Canada's Airbus A321 XLR, their newest bird, just spread its wings!
Our first Airbus A321XLR lifted off for its inaugural flight in Hamburg and we want you to soar along. Sleek, efficient and built for long‑range productivity, this jet is ready to go far
The world of Virgin Atlantic, now in your pocket
New Virgin Atlantic app becomes a personal travel companion from booking to boarding Virgin Atlantic announces the launch of its new mobile app, designed to put the world of Virgin Atlantic in the pocket of every guest, making travel faster, simpler and smarter.
Berlin, Once Again the World’s Travel Capital
As the doors open this week at Messe Berlin, the familiar early‑March ritual returns: thousands of travel professionals converging on the German capital for ITB Berlin, the world’s leading travel trade show. This year’s edition feels especially charged. ITB Berlin 2026 not only marks the fair’s 60th anniversary, but arrives at a moment when global travel is buoyant yet uneasy—growing strongly, while navigating geopolitical tension, technological disruption and a renewed debate about tourism’s role in the world. For three days, from 3–5 March, Berlin becomes a microcosm of the travel industry at large: hopeful, innovative and pragmatic in equal measure. Breaking Travel News and its team will be there across all three days covering the latest stories as they happen and conducting live interviews across every sector.
Release of IAG annual results
CEO Sean Doyle - I share an exciting update to colleagues about the fantastic achievements at British Airways following IAG's full year results announcement. 2025 was a record year for British Airways and I'm delighted to see people from all areas of the business working hard for our customers as part of our £7bn investment.
The Impact of Escalating Hostilities on Flights to and from the Middle East
As tensions and military confrontations intensify across parts of the Middle East, the aviation sector has seen significant disruptions. Airlines, governments, and international aviation authorities are grappling with safety concerns, rapidly changing flight plans, and economic fallout as the region’s airspace becomes increasingly volatile.
Riyadh Air to Launch Daily Service To Egyptian Capital
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has announced Cairo as a key addition to its growing network, with daily services to begin soon from Riyadh aboard its new state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. This vital route strengthens the airline's mission to connect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with major global hubs and deliver a world-class travel experience, directly supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.