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JAL Group Announces FY2025 Winter Schedule on International and Domestic Network

JAL Group Announces FY2025 Winter Schedule on International and Domestic Network

20 August 2025 Press Release Airline News

The JAL Group today announced the Winter schedule for international and domestic routes for fiscal year 2025. International Flights ● To increase capacity in response to strong inbound demand during the winter season, the Narita–Melbourne route will increase from three flights per week to daily service(*1), and the Narita–Shanghai (Pudong) route will be resumed(*2) between October 26 and March 28.

Qatar Airways Launches Travel Packages for the 2026 Qatar TotalEnergies Women’s Open

Qatar Airways Launches Travel Packages for the 2026 Qatar TotalEnergies Women’s Open

Qatar Airways, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, has launched the much-anticipated travel packages for the Qatar TotalEnergies Women’s Open 2026 and the Qatar ExxonMobil Men’s Open 2026. Taking place next year from 8-14 February and 16-21 February respectively, the tournaments will bring world-class tennis action to the heart of Doha.

Two Good to be True: Finnair launches Double Avios and Tier Points

Two Good to be True: Finnair launches Double Avios and Tier Points

19 August 2025 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

Finnair has just announced a new offer, rewarding its loyal Finnair Plus members with the opportunity to collect double Avios and tier points on all new Finnair flight bookings, over the next 10 days. Customers booking between 19 August to 28 August 2025 will receive double Avios and tier points, on all flights through until 23 August 2026, providing ample opportunity to earn points and fast track your tier status.

American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer “go further together” with annual fundraising campaign

American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer “go further together” with annual fundraising campaign

19 August 2025 Press Release Airline News

American Airlines is proud to support Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) for the ninth consecutive year with its 2025 fundraising campaign aimed at advancing innovative cancer research. This year’s effort reflects a shared vision for a future without cancer, with a focus on early cancer detection, understanding your family history and personalized therapies. When it comes to fighting cancer, “Let’s go further, together.” This powerful message is more than just a phrase — it’s a call to action. It underscores the belief that by standing together, we can advance faster toward effective treatments and cures.

Qatar Airways to Begin Operations at The New Terminal One at JFK

Qatar Airways to Begin Operations at The New Terminal One at JFK

19 August 2025 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

Qatar Airways, named World’s Best Airline 2025 for a record ninth time by Skytrax, has selected The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as its new home in New York. The award-winning carrier will move its operations to the state-of-the-art terminal in 2026 and unveil a premium, 15,000-square-foot Qatar Airways lounge – the airline’s first dedicated lounge in both New York City and the United States.

Korean Air and SBB launch Rail & Fly for seamless travel across Switzerland

Korean Air and SBB launch Rail & Fly for seamless travel across Switzerland

16 August 2025 Press Release Airline News Tourism News Organisations & Operators

Korean Air is enhancing its services for travelers in Switzerland with the launch of a new Rail & Fly program in partnership with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), starting in August 2025. This new service allows Korean Air passengers to travel comfortably and affordably by train between Zurich Airport and major Swiss cities, including Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lausanne, Interlaken, and St. Gallen.

New AirAsia Platinum Credit Card by AirAsia rewards and RCBC

New AirAsia Platinum Credit Card by AirAsia rewards and RCBC

16 August 2025 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

AirAsia rewards, the loyalty and rewards program of AirAsia’s parent company Capital A, in partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), introduced the AirAsia Platinum Credit Card, a game-changing credit card that empowers Filipinos to transform everyday spending into rewarding travel experiences. Tapping into the growing synergy between travel and financial empowerment, the AirAsia Platinum Credit Card goes beyond traditional rewards. Cardholders can earn AirAsia points faster at just P22 per point earned, making travel dreams even more accessible with every peso spent.

Etihad Reports July 2025 Traffic Statistics

Etihad Reports July 2025 Traffic Statistics

14 August 2025 Press Release Airline News

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its traffic statistics for July 2025, reporting continued growth in passenger volumes and network expansion. In July, Etihad carried 2.0 million passengers, a 19 per cent increase compared to July 2024, when the airline flew 1.7 million guests. The passenger load factor rose to 90 per cent, up from 89 per cent in the same month last year, reflecting strong demand and efficient capacity management.

Emirates makes changes to safety rules for customer usage of power banks onboard

Emirates makes changes to safety rules for customer usage of power banks onboard

13 August 2025 Press Release Airline News Travel Technology News

Using any kind of power bank is prohibited onboard Emirates’ flights, effective from 1 October 2025. A power bank is a portable, rechargeable device primarily designed to provide power to other electronic devices such smart phones, tablets, laptops and cameras. Emirates customers are still permitted to carry one power bank onboard with specific conditions listed below, but the power banks may not be used while in the aircraft cabin – neither to charge devices from the power bank, nor to be charged themselves using the aircrafts’ power source.

Qatar Airways Renews Multi-Year Partnership with Al Sadd Sports Club as Official Jersey Partner

Qatar Airways Renews Multi-Year Partnership with Al Sadd Sports Club as Official Jersey Partner

11 August 2025 Press Release Airline News Travel Events News

Qatar Airways announces the renewal of its long-standing partnership with Al Sadd Sports Club, one of Qatar’s most iconic and celebrated football teams. The renewed agreement between the two entities reinforces the airline’s commitment to advancing sports in Qatar, supporting homegrown talent, and contributing to the realisation of Qatar’s National Vision 2030. Through this collaboration, Qatar Airways will champion the power of sports as a unifying force to inspire communities, connect people, and showcase Qatar’s leadership on both local and regional stages. The airline has proudly supported Al Sadd SC since 2018 and plays an active role in enriching the sporting landscape by engaging with fans across Qatar and the Qatar Stars League.