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Turkish Airlines announces new route to Chengdu

Turkish Airlines is planning to further expand its network in China by adding Chengdu to its fourth list of destinations in mainland China this upcoming winter. The airline plans to commence a new flight route to the capital of Sichuan province on Nov. 11, 2026, with three flights per week in both directions.Turkish Airlines already flies from Istanbul, Turkey, to three of China’s airports, including Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Gua...
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Emirates’ A380 lands in Jakarta for the first time with AC Milan

Emirates’ Airbus A380 made its first-ever visit to Jakarta, Indonesia on Aug. 8, 2026, flying in as a special one-off service to carry AC Milan back to Italy after the club’s pre-season friendly against Chelsea. The match was part of Indonesia’s 2026 summer pre-season tour.
Many could be spotted at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) rejoicing in the touchdown of the aircraft in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Emirates’ Airbus A380 arrived at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) on Aug. 8,...
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American Airlines Scale Down 2026 Profit Forecast

American Airlines has scaled down its 2026 profit forecast, due to the expense of jet fuel hastily increasing. The airline forecasted its profit by assuming the price of fuel, which has revealed to be incorrect twice within a timeframe of a few months.
The recent rise of fuel costs is down to geopolitical tension between the U.S and Iran. Fighting disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, a vital trade point for global oil trade, causing major oil supply disruption. In turn, oil prices were raised immedia...
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WestJet Cabin Crew’s Potential Strike and Flight Cancellations

On July 15, 2026, WestJet announced the results of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) strike authorisation vote around WestJet Cabin Crew’s members. The Canadian worker’s union is based on representing its members by advocating for better safety, pay and benefits. The result could potentially affect thousands of flights if strike action proceeds.Alexis von Hoensbroech, the CEO of WestJet Group stated:
He then continued:
WestJet cabin crew’s potential strike is due to arguing that the...
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No survivors in plane crash which killed 10

On Friday, July 10, just after 1 p.m. local time, tragedy struck as a Cessna 402 aircraft registered C6-FLX crashed after departing Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) for San Andros Airport (SAQ).
According to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA), the plane “entered difficulties” and crashed nearby in a densely forested area in North Andros.
AAIA stated that first responders, including the Royal Bahamas Police Force, the Airport Authority, and emergency medical personnel...