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Icelandair launches first Polish route with new Gdansk service for winter 2026/27
Icelandair is welcoming its inaugural service to Poland this winter, as the airline launches 3-4 weekly flights between Keflavík International Airport to Gdansk starting 18 September 2026. Operating on the Boeing 737-MAX8, the new route positions Gdansk as a new gateway to Iceland and transatlantic travel. Alongside this, Iceland is home to a thriving Polish community, and this new route enables Polish expats to stay close to loved ones back home, while giving Icelandic expats in Poland easier access to family in Reykjavik.
flynas Secures Dual ISO Certifications for Environmental Sustainability and Quality in Aviation
flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced it has successfully achieved final certification for ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), in a prestigious acknowledgment from the independent International Organization for Standardization (ISO), comprised of government bodies from over 160 countries, and dedicated to setting global standards for improving quality and safety across various industries and sectors.
Southwest Airlines Brings Starlink Ultra-Fast WiFi Onboard
Southwest Airlines Co. is taking inflight connectivity to new heights with Starlink. Engineered by SpaceX, Starlink will deliver next-generation WiFi across Southwest’s network of 11 countries, allowing Customers to stream, share, and scroll in the sky at lightning-fast speeds. “Free WiFi has been a huge hit with our Rapid Rewards Members, and we know our Customers expect seamless connectivity across all their devices when they travel,” said Tony Roach, Executive Vice President, Chief Customer & Brand Officer at Southwest Airlines.
United Airlines Selects GE Aerospace GEnx Engines to Power New 787 Dreamliners
GE Aerospace announced yesterday that United Airlines has selected 300 GEnx engines to power their new Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The agreement also includes additional spare engines and brings United Airlines’ 787 fleet to more than 200 GEnx powered aircraft. Mohamed Ali, President & CEO, GE Aerospace Commercial Engines & Services, said, “GE Aerospace has an enduring relationship with United that spans decades. This deal will make United the largest GEnx operator in the world, and we’re honored they continue to choose us to power their success.”
easyJet set to fly into busiest half-term on record
easyJet is set to fly into its busiest ever half-term getaway as customers jet off on 15,800 flights across Europe throughout the week-long school break. Nearly half a million holidaymakers will be taking to the skies on over 3,000 easyJet flights alone during last weekend.
gategroup Elevates Lufthansa Long-Haul Dining Experience in Support of Future Onboard Experience
gategroup, the world’s leading airline catering and hospitality company, is proud to be working closely with Lufthansa on the airline’s Future Onboard Experience (FOX) initiative, a major program designed to redefine the long-haul travel experience across all cabin classes from 2026. 2026 marks an extraordinary milestone for Lufthansa as the airline celebrates 100 years since its founding. As a premium carrier with such heritage, Lufthansa aims to lead by delivering an onboard experience that is unmistakably Lufthansa, while continuing to help define the future of air travel. FOX is a clear expression of that ambition, combining innovation, individuality and premium service to create a more distinctive and emotionally resonant journey for passengers.
flydubai launches double-daily service to Bangkok, expanding presence in Thailand
flydubai today announced the launch of double-daily flights to Bangkok, bringing its operations to Thailand to 28 weekly flights. The new service will commence on 15 September 2026, operating from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok.
Jetstar helps to grow New Zealand tourism with expanded trans-Tasman services
Jetstar has revealed it carried more than 700,000 customers across the Tasman in 2025 – an increase of nine per cent on the previous year – as it partners with Tourism New Zealand in Australia, on a new campaign. The New Zealand Sale campaign is launching in Australia today with Jetstar offering 20,000 trans-Tasman fares starting from just $164 one-way to further drive inbound travel demand.
Air Canada discloses order for eight Airbus A350-1000s
Air Canada has disclosed a firm order for eight Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, marking a pivotal upgrade to the airline’s long-haul fleet strategy with an additional commitment to Airbus widebody aircraft. The order was listed as undisclosed in November 2025.
Allegris Business Class seats in the Boeing 787-9 now available for booking
With Allegris, Lufthansa introduced a completely redesigned cabin concept for long-haul flights in the summer of 2024. The Allegris cabin has been flying around the world from Munich in the Airbus A350-900 for over a year and a half, and since October 2025, Allegris has also been flying from Frankfurt in brand-new Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
Immersive Theater “SoraCruise” to Open at OSAKAKO Vertiport
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL), Sumitomo Corporation, Soracle Corporation (Soracle) (*1), and Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. (Osaka Metro) will host the “eVTOL Lab Special Event: The Expo 2025 Legacy~Sora Cruise Immersive Theater” (hereafter, “this event”) at the OSAKAKO Vertiport (*2) starting Sunday, March 8, 2026. This event features the re-opening of the immersive theater “SoraCruise by Japan Airlines” (hereafter, “SoraCruise”), which was highly acclaimed at the 2025 Osaka, Kansai Expo.
Emirates wishes customers ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ and honours the Holy Month
Reflecting the spirit of togetherness and generosity during the Holy Month of Ramadan, Emirates will share thousands of iftar boxes for fasting customers both onboard and at boarding gates, offer complimentary Emirates prayer mats, screen an array of religious content and popular TV shows on ice, and present traditional Ramadan dishes in the lounges.