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Wizz Air is rolling out premium seating across its entire network following a successful trial at six bases that proved to be a winner with passengers, especially with business travelers. In January 2026, Wizz Air introduced ‘Wizz Class’ on selected flights to and from Budapest, Bucharest, Warsaw, London-Luton (LTN), London-Gatwick (LGW) and Rome. Through the elevated product, passengers benefited from additional legroom and a reserved empty middle seat in the aircraft’s first row. In addition to the reserved middle seat, Wizz Class customers also receive a complimentary non-alcoholic drink and snack. On February 9, 2026, Wizz Air announced that from…

In the interest of full disclosure, OMAAT may receive compensation when anyone clicks a link, has an application approved, or opens an account through this site. These are the best publicly available offers (terms apply) that we have found for each product or service. Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of the bank, credit card issuer, airline, hotel chain, or product manufacturer/service provider, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. Please check out our advertiser policy for further details about our partners, and thanks for your support! Link: Apply for a…

Jet engines are the backbone of the commercial aviation industry. Statistics show that they power over nine in 10 commercial airliners. When compared to propeller engines, such as turboprops, jet engines are typically faster, quieter and more efficient at high altitudes. To work in an airplane, however, most jet engines require an engine build up (EBU). What Is an EBU? Also known as an engine build unit, an EBU is a collection of components (see below) that connects a jet engine to various aircraft systems. You can’t just drop a jet engine in an airplane and expect it to work…

Embraer announced that it is expanding its supply chain operations in India. The Brazilian aerospace company recently concluded an executive visit that assessed potential suppliers across key aerospace manufacturing capabilities from aerostructures to software development. Roberto Chaves, Embraer’s Executive Vice President of Global Procurement and Supply Chain, led the recent assessment mission that evaluated potential suppliers across critical aerospace capabilities including aerostructures assembly, machining, composites, and software development. “We reaffirm our strong commitment to collaborating with India’s aerospace industry,” Chaves said during the visit. “Our focus is on advancing joint initiatives in defense and civil aviation, contributing to technological innovation,…

BERLIN — The Trump administration’s push to acquire Greenland has produced a carefully calibrated response from Moscow. An air of restraint in public comments masks more private concern over potential threats to Russian submarine operations, combined with satisfaction at widening cracks in the transatlantic alliance, according to analysts.Russian officials and policy experts described the crisis as a double-edged sword, validating Moscow’s position on the primacy of power projection over international law, while potentially enabling a major expansion of U.S. military infrastructure in waters critical to Russia’s strategic deterrent.“One of the most evident conclusions made here in Moscow by many politicians…

Taiwan plans to purchase 10 Lockheed Martin C-130J transport aircraft from the United States (US) rather than carry out an extensive upgrade of its existing C-130H fleet, according to CNA. On February 9, 2026, citing Taiwan’s Republic of China Air Force, CNA reported that an upgrade of the C-130Hs names ‘Taimushan No. 3’ had been shelved due to the costs involved in the project. It was decided that purchasing 10 new Lockheed Martin C-130J and operating a mixed fleet was the better option. According to CNA, the planned C-130H upgrade had included integrating the cockpit interface and collision avoidance systems.…

PARIS — Western navies are betting on modularity to keep their fleets relevant in the face of fast-changing technology, according to naval commanders gathered in Paris last week, with an ability to switch out equipment that the Dutch navy chief likened to clipping Lego bricks onto vessels.New naval designs increasingly incorporate containerized payloads, and the commanders of the United States, Italian, Dutch and British navies cited advantages including mission flexibility, quickly getting firepower on the water, and at-sea replenishment.Italy’s new Thaon di Revel-class patrol frigates have been designed to carry containerized mission modules, while the Netherlands announced a class of…

Israeli authorities scrambled fighter jets to escort a Wizz Air UK flight operating from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Ben-Gurion Airport (TLV) after receiving reports of a potential security incident on board. The incident occurred on February 8, 2026, as Wizz Air UK flight W95301, operated by an Airbus A321neo registered G-WUKU, approached Israeli airspace. During the flight, at least one passenger reportedly received messages perceived as threatening, raising safety concerns among the crew. According to Israeli media reports, the flight crew alerted air traffic control at Ben-Gurion Airport. Israeli authorities then activated standard security protocols and dispatched Israeli Air…

A Geran-2 (Shahed 136) attack drone is seen exploding in mid air shortly before an F-16 soars overhead, with the unmistakable sound of an M61 Vulcan cannon heard in the background.  This is at least the second time such a kill has been captured on video, though this new footage – first posted on Telegram – is the most clear that we’ve had so far. The Iranian-designed one-way attack drone flies almost directly overhead the person filming the video and then is suddenly engulfed in a huge explosion several times the size of the aircraft. An F-16, said to be…