Airports
IATA confirms CUSS 2 transition timeline begins end of 2026
The IATA CUSS Task Force has set a phased cutover to the new CUSS 2 standard to begin at the end of 2026, with no single switch-over day.
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Expansion & policy
British Airways Resumes Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout After Summer
British Airways has restarted installing free Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi after a four-month pause, confirming installations on most of its Boeing 787-8s and
Expansion & policy
British Airways Club Silver Status Duration and Demotion
British Airways Club members who earn Silver status are guaranteed at least 12 months of benefits, with a 'soft landing' policy preventing demotion by more
Disruption
FAA Deploys SMART AI Tool in DC Airspace
The FAA has begun limited use of its SMART AI tool in Washington DC airspace to centralize traffic data and reduce delays, with plans for a phased national
Expansion & policy
Airbus A350F Freighter Completes Maiden Flight
The Airbus A350F freighter completed its first flight from Toulouse, marking the start of a nine-month certification campaign for the new cargo aircraft
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Routes
American Airlines app automates seat
American Airlines is introducing a new app feature that automatically moves eligible AAdvantage members to a better seat matching their preference at no
Airports
Edinburgh Airport launches £500m Vinci-led
VINCI Airports and Global Infrastructure Partners have committed £500 million over five years to expand Edinburgh Airport, aiming to increase terminal
At the airport
Boston Logan fuel shortage forces airlines
A rare September nor'easter has blocked fuel barges from reaching Boston Logan International Airport, forcing airlines to tanker extra fuel on inbound
Expansion & policy
Hawaiian Airlines AS803 cabin odor incident September 24
Seven Hawaiian Airlines flight attendants fell ill from a mystery odor on a September 24 flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu.
Routes
UAE bans Iranian airlines over US sanctions
The UAE has suspended all flights by Iranian carriers to and from the country, effective September 24, citing US secondary sanctions.
At the airport
Aspire opens 300-seat lounge at Manchester Airport Terminal
Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality has launched a new 300-seat lounge at Manchester Airport's Terminal 2, featuring industrial heritage decor and extended hours
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Senator Tuberville Furry Airline Workers Controversy
Senator Tommy Tuberville claimed many aviation professionals are part of the furry fandom, posing a safety risk, sparking debate amid his Alabama governor
Airports
Airports Must Link Systems to Cut Passenger Delays
Industry reports argue that connecting existing airport and airline systems, not new technology, is key to reducing queues and baggage mishandling.
Routes
Turkish Airlines finalizes major Boeing 737 MAX order
Turkish Airlines has signed a firm order for 100 Boeing 737-8 jets with options for 50 more, resolving a year-long engine pricing dispute.
At the airport
Daa Reports Strong H1 2026 Passenger Growth and Investment
Irish airport operator daa reported 19.6 million passengers and €561.9 million in turnover for the first half of 2026, driven by travel demand and
Disruption
FAA Seeks $30 Billion More After Northeast ATC Failure
The US Transportation Secretary requested an additional $30 billion for aviation infrastructure, a day after a telecom failure caused massive delays and
Airports
Paris Airports Apologizes for Swiss-China Sign Translation
Paris Airports apologized after a translation error on an immigration sign directed Chinese passport holders to an e-gate line reserved for Switzerland and
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