ITA Airways Joins Star Alliance
Star Alliance officially welcomed ITA Airways as its newest member, marking the completion of the Italian carrier’s integration into the world’s largest airline alliance. ITA Airways marked its entry into the Alliance during a ceremony held at the Piazza di Spagna Lounge, Rome Fiumicino Airport Terminal 3. The ceremony was presided over by ITA Airways […]
Air Cargo Demand up 11.2% in February 2026
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 11.2% compared to February 2025 levels (+11.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 8.5% compared to February 2025 (+9.8% for international operations). “Air cargo […]
New power bank restrictions will safeguard international aviation
New lithium battery-powered power bank specifications from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) today will enhance safety and peace of mind for passengers and airlines alike. Following the improvements agreed today, these devices will now be limited to two per passenger, and passengers will be prohibited from recharging them during flights. Importantly, crew will however […]
New ICAO border system will enhance security and process travellers faster
Travellers, airlines, airports and governments will benefit from more efficient and secure cross-border journeys following tomorrow’s launch of a next-generation “Public Key Directory” (PKD) system by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The ICAO PKD is a secure international database that helps border authorities, airlines and other trusted parties confirm whether electronic passports and digital […]
Aeromexico returns to Quito with four weekly flights
Aeromexico resumed its flights between Mexico City and Quito with the arrival last night of its Boeing 737 MAX 8, which will operate four weekly flights. The return flight departed this morning at 10:30 a.m., following a brief ceremony attended by Ramón Miró, President and CEO of Quiport, and Pepe Zapata, Vice President of Sales […]
Air Canada Provides Update on Air Canada Express Flight AC8646
A Jazz Aviation Mitsubishi CRJ-900 was involved in an accident upon landing at New York LaGuardia on March 22, 2026. Flight AC8646, operated by Air Canada Express carrier Jazz Aviation LP (Jazz), originated from Montréal. The preliminary passenger list indicates the airplane was carrying approximately 72 passengers and four crew members, although this is subject […]
GOL announces Ticket Sales for direct intercontinental flights between Brazil and Portugal
Brazilian airline GOL Linhas Aéreas, now entering its intercontinental phase following the recent announcement of the incorporation of five Airbus A330-900 aircraft into its fleet, is opening ticket sales for direct flights between Rio de Janeiro’s RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG), and Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal. Operations will begin on September 16, 2026, […]
Breeze Announces New International Service to San Jose, Costa Rica
Breeze Airways, the premium leisure carrier providing affordable, direct flights from underserved markets, today announced new nonstop international service to San Jose, Costa Rica. The announcement marks the airline’s fifth international destination served since it was certified as a U.S. Flag carrier by the FAA last fall, bringing its full network to more than 300 […]
Avianca Named Official International Airline Partner of Orlando City Soccer Club and Orlando Pride
Avianca is stepping into professional soccer as the official international airline partner of Orlando City Soccer Club of Major League Soccer (MLS) and Orlando Pride of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), the top professional leagues in the United States and Canada. “We are proud to sponsor Orlando City of MLS and Orlando Pride in […]
Sudden Change is More Challenging Than High Fuel Prices
Jet Fuel is the highest cost for airlines (along with labor), and fluctuations in fuel prices have an important effect on the airline industry’s profitability. However, the pace of change tends to matter more than the price level. Rapid changes qualify as shocks and are hard to adjust to. Historical data illustrate this distinction clearly. […]
