Japan Airlines News

Japan Airlines Raises Over $132,000 for Maui Wildfire Relief Efforts
Japan Airlines (JAL) has successfully raised more than $132,000 to support the relief and recovery efforts for communities affected by the devastating wildfires in Maui, which occurred in August 2023. The funds were generated through various fundraising initiatives, including mileage donations and collection boxes placed in Japan and across the U.S., including Hawaii and the mainland.

JAL Unveils New International Flagship Airbus A350-1000 Cabin Interiors
Japan Airlines (JAL) today unveiled the details of its new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft and cabin interiors, which will become the airline’s new flagship for international service after nearly 20 years.

JAL Group Announces Winter Schedule Updates, Expanding Flights to Popular Vacation Destinations
The JAL Group has announced updates to its International Flight Plans for the FY2023 Winter Schedule, which were previously announced on August 22, 2023. These updates will involve additional adjustments to the operations of specific routes to Hawaii, Guam (scheduled to commence in December), and select East Asian destinations.

JAL Group Launches ‘Sustainable Challenge Flights’ Towards Net Zero Emissions
The JAL Group is pleased to announce another challenge towards a sustainable future, “Sustainable Challenge Flights” on the JL6 flights from Tokyo (Haneda) to New York

Japan Airlines Announces Nonstop Service to Doha
First Japanese Airline to Operate a Direct Flight to the Middle East

Japan Airlines and Sumitomo Corporation Launch Trial of Clothing Sharing Service
Aiming to provide travel experiences involving less luggage and visualize environmental value

Japan Airlines Adopts Boeing Insight Accelerator for 787 Dreamliner Fleet
Services deal includes interiors modifications to 787 fleet to enhance passenger experience and comfort

JAL and Shell Aviation sign purchase agreement to replace fuel uplifted in Los Angeles with SAF
JAL has signed an agreement with Shell Aviation (“Shell”) which will see aircraft refueled in Los Angeles with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from 2025, supporting JAL’s ESG target of replacing 1% of its whole jet fuel amount with SAF in fiscal year 2025 set in its GX strategy.


JAL Group Announces Flight Frequency Increase for FY2023 Summer Schedule
JAL has decided to increase flights to Honolulu and Guam in response to the growing demand for resort travel following the reclassification of the Covid-19 infection to Class 5 under the Infectious Disease Control Law.

JAL to introduce first Freighter in 13 years under new business model
Aiming to secure stable revenues by expanding alliances with partner companies

JAL becomes only airline in Japan with dual CEIV Pharma Certifications for pharmaceutical transport
Japan Airlines (JAL) is the only airline in Japan with both the largest temperature-controlled pharmaceutical warehouse and CEIV Pharma Certification.