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Typhoon Dujuan: 275 Japan Flights Axed, 4 Dead
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Typhoon Dujuan: 275 Japan Flights Axed, 4 Dead

SpiceJet Under DGCA Lens as Fleet Shrinks to 11 Jets
Aviation

SpiceJet Under DGCA Lens as Fleet Shrinks to 11 Jets

Travel Technology

FAA Switches On AI Traffic Tool at DC Airports

The FAA switches on its SMART AI traffic tool at Reagan National, Dulles and BWI today for a 90-day trial, the first live deployment of its $875M ATC modernisation.

Air India Express Merger Weighed in Cost-Cutting Review
Business & Markets

Air India Express Merger Weighed in Cost-Cutting Review

Incoming CEO Tewolde Gebremariam is weighing folding Air India Express into the parent airline to cut duplicated costs after a Rs 22,000 crore loss year.

Delhi Airport Third Runway Reopens After 7-Month Upgrade

Delhi Airport Third Runway Reopens After 7-Month U..

Runway 11R/29L resumed operations on 20 September after a seven-month rehabilitation with resurfacing, a new rapid exit..

Singapore Airlines Named World's Best Airline 2026
Aviation

Singapore Airlines Named World's Best Airline 2026

Korean Air finalises $44.8bn order for 103 Boeing jets
Aviation

Korean Air finalises $44.8bn order for 103 Boeing jets

Business & Markets

Fernandes: AirAsia needs no bailout as fuel bites

Tony Fernandes says AirAsia is sustainable with RM1bn-plus cash and needs no bailout, as a RM830.5m Q2 loss, $183 fuel and 20-25% capacity cuts put the carrier under the spotlight.

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Global Tourism Growth Stalls at 0.4%, UN Reports

UN Tourism reports international arrivals rose just 0.4% to 690 million trips in H1 2026, and has cut its full-year forecast to 1-2% as conf..

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How Low-Cost Airlines Make Money: Inside the Business Model That Reshaped Air Travel
Business & Markets

How Low-Cost Airlines Make Money: Inside the Business Model That Resha..

Low-cost carriers earn billions by unbundling the ticket, flying one aircraft type at maximum density and turn..

US ESTA Entry Requirements in 2026: The $40.27 Fee, Two-Year Validity and Who Still Needs a Visa
Destinations

US ESTA Entry Requirements in 2026: The $40.27 Fee, Two-Year Validity..

The ESTA now costs $40.27 and remains the fastest route into the United States for travellers from 42 Visa Wai..

Airline Baggage Allowance 2026: Carry-On Sizes, Checked Fees and Battery Rules
Aviation

Airline Baggage Allowance 2026: Carry-On Sizes, Checked Fees and Batte..

Baggage allowances have never varied more by airline and region. This guide covers carry-on and checked limits..

AI Trip Planning in 2026: What the Tools Actually Get Right — and Where They Still Fail
Travel Technology

AI Trip Planning in 2026: What the Tools Actually Get Right — and Wher..

AI assistants now draft itineraries, search fares conversationally and rebook disrupted flights, yet only 13%..

Codeshare Flights Explained: Who Really Operates Your Plane, and Why It Matters
Aviation

Codeshare Flights Explained: Who Really Operates Your Plane, and Why I..

Codeshare flights let one airline sell seats on another's aircraft, and the fine print decides your baggage al..

UK ETA Explained: Who Needs Britain's £20 Travel Permit in 2026, and How It Differs from ETIAS and ESTA
Destinations

UK ETA Explained: Who Needs Britain's £20 Travel Permit in 2026, and H..

The UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation is now fully enforced and costs £20. Here is who needs one in 2026, h..

Flight Delay Compensation Explained: What EU261, UK261 and US Refund Rules Owe You in 2026
Aviation

Flight Delay Compensation Explained: What EU261, UK261 and US Refund R..

Delayed three hours or more? EU261 pays €250 to €600 and UK261 up to £520, while US DOT rules now force automa..

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Typhoon Dujuan: 275 Japan Flights Axed, 4 Dead

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Global Tourism Growth Stalls at 0.4%, UN Reports

Global Tourism Growth Stalls at 0.4%, UN Reports

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Delhi Airport Third Runway Reopens After 7-Month Upgrade

Delhi Airport Third Runway Reopens After 7-Month Upgrade

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Singapore Airlines Named World's Best Airline 2026

Singapore Airlines Named World's Best Airline 2026

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