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The Emirates A380 dons its Gunners kit
Emirates has revealed a celebratory A380 livery dedicated to Arsenal FC, following the club’s triumphant Premier League winning season. Unveiled as part of the airline’s longstanding partnership with Arsenal, the bespoke livery reflects Emirates’ continued commitment to connecting fans with the world’s biggest sporting moments.
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Cincy Region Records 35% Growth in UK Spend as British Airways Increases Flights
British visitors’ spending in the Cincy Region has surged for a second consecutive year, setting the stage for strong demand following the expansion of British Airways’ new direct service. To meet this robust demand, British Airways has increased the frequency of its direct route from London Heathrow to Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport, which now operates six times a week. For travel agents, this expanded schedule offers excellent flexibility for booking client itineraries, with lead-in return flights starting from approximately £648.
Thanks a Million! Avelo Flies One Millionth Customer at Wilmington Airport
Just over three years after taking flight from the Philadelphia region’s Wilmington Airport (ILG), Avelo Airlines is flying its one millionth Customer today at ILG. Avelo’s one millionth ILG Customer was aboard Flight 560, which departed Orlando International Airport (MCO) and arrived at ILG at 12:33 p.m.
Philippine Airlines Welcomes Arrival of Second Airbus A350-1000
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has welcomed the arrival of its second Airbus A350-1000 at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, marking another major milestone in the flag carrier’s continuing fleet modernization program. The aircraft, which arrived in Manila at 5:18 PM, follows the delivery of PAL’s first A350-1000 in December 2025 and forms part of the airline’s order for nine Airbus A350-1000 aircraft
LOT Polish Airlines kicked off its new destination to the heart of northern Portugal
On May 25, 2026, LOT Polish Airlines launched flights on the Warsaw – Porto route. The route will be operated year-round: five times a week during the summer season and four times a week in winter. Following in the footsteps of Lisbon, Porto is the second Portuguese destination in LOT’s flight network.
Skytrax confirms ITA Airways’ 4-Star Rating
ITA Airways announces that Skytrax has once again awarded it a 4-star rating for 2026: a result that reflects the airline’s high-quality service and rigorous standards. ITA Airways’ overall rating across the various parameters remained stable compared to 2025, with some indicators (food and beverages, onboard amenities, cabin ambience and airport services) showing an improvement over the previous year. “By retaining its 4-star Skytrax rating for 2026 as well, ITA Airways proudly reaffirms that customer focus is at the heart of its strategy”, said Lorenza Maggio, Chief Strategy, Integration, IT & Touchpoints at ITA Airways. ”
Hong Kong Airlines Officially Moves into Terminal 2 Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity
Hong Kong Airlines’ check-in counters at Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1 (T1) have officially relocated to the new Terminal 2 (T2) today. From now on, passengers travelling with Hong Kong Airlines may choose to check-in and drop off their baggage at the counters in Aisle Q or the Self-service Check-in Zone at Aisle R of T2. After passing through security screening and immigration clearance, passengers will proceed to the Midfield Concourse at T1 for boarding.
From the cabin to the catwalk: Eurowings flight attendant is “Germany’s Next Top Model 2026”
From the cabin to the catwalk – and straight into the spotlight: Aurélie Carina, a flight attendant with Eurowings, has won the final of “Germany’s Next Top Model”. The 22-year-old from Pulheim near Cologne wowed both the judges and the audience with her charisma, professionalism and authentic personality – and has thus written a very special success story above the clouds.
Condor Launches New Cargo Express Product for Urgent Air Freight
Condor is further expanding its cargo portfolio: Effective immediately, the new “Express” product enables even faster and more efficient transportation of highly time-critical freight across the entire Condor route network. The product is primarily aimed at shipments where short transit times are essential to maintain production chains, avoid disruptions, and deliver goods to end customers on schedule. Customers benefit from significantly reduced delivery cut-off times, guaranteed capacity availability, and prioritized transportation throughout the entire Condor network. The service is complemented by a fully digital, seamless booking process with instant confirmation, providing customers with transparency and planning reliability.
Atlas Air Worldwide Announces Strategic Investment in Air Atlanta
Atlas Air Worldwide (“Atlas”) today announced it has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire a 49% minority equity stake in Air Atlanta, a leading global provider of ACMI and aircraft management services headquartered in Iceland with operating platforms in both Iceland and Malta. This transaction establishes a strategic partnership that expands Atlas’ global operating platform and enhances access to widebody capacity in key international markets.
One Million Passengers On Long-Haul Wings: Air Serbia Marks Historic Milestone
Air Serbia hit a significant milestone in its operations: carrying one million passengers on its long-haul network since the launch of intercontinental operations in 2016. This milestone confirms the national carrier’s stable growth and continuous demand for faraway destinations, as well as Air Serbia’s increasingly pronounced role in improving international connections for Serbia and the region.
Air India earns Skytrax 4-star rating as passenger experience transformation gains momentum
Air India, India’s leading global airline, today announced it has been awarded the Skytrax 4-Star Airline Rating for Business Class and Economy Class, reaching another milestone in its ongoing transformation under the Vihaan.AI programme. Air India’s elevation from 3-star to 4-Star status follows a comprehensive transformation spanning fleet modernisation, product upgrades, digital innovation, on-ground experience, and service culture enhancements, among several other aspects combining to deliver a significantly improved passenger experience across touchpoints.