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The European Commission has rebuked Spain for having fined several low-cost airlines over baggage fees.  In November 2024, Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights and Consumption fined five low-cost airlines (Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian Air Suttle, Vueling and Volotea) a combined €179 million (US$208 million) over the fees they charge for cabin bags, as well as for other practices, such as charging companions of passengers needing assistance for their seat selection and the printing of boarding passes at the airport.  According to the Spanish government, the sanctions were determined as a multiple of the revenue each of these airlines raised through these practices.…

In the upcoming winter, passenger flights will depart from Europe to the United States from 00:55 to 21:00. However, more services will leave at 10:00 than at any other time, which is reasonably civilized. These findings are from examining all scheduled services using Cirium Diio data. The 00:55 departure is operated by Iberia. It is from its Madrid hub to Dallas/Fort Worth. While oneworld member Iberia has served the Texas hub, where 84% of flights are by the alliance’s top carrier American Airlines, since 2022, its departure time changes dramatically at the end of October 2025. Fancy Leaving Europe For…

The first ever Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) Airbus A350 has arrived at its new home at Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Switzerland after departing Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS).  On October 9, 2025, shortly before 13:00 the Airbus A350-900, registered HB-IFA, departed the famous Airbus production facility in France, adorned in its distinctive ‘Wanderlust’ livery.    After a short journey the SWISS Airbus A350 finally landed in Zurich at around 15:25 where it was greeted by crowds of well-wishers.   Three SWISS pilots flew the brand-new long-haul twinjet to Switzerland from Airbus’s Toulouse factory.“ “Today is a great day for us. With our Airbus A350,…

PARIS — India agreed to buy multi-role missiles manufactured by Thales in the United Kingdom in a deal worth £350 million ($468 million), the U.K. government said on Thursday.The deal to deliver the Lightweight Multirole Missile to the Indian Army was signed during U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s two-day visit to Mumbai, paving the way for a broader partnership in complex weapons that the countries are negotiating, the British government said in a statement.The missile deal “paves the way for a deeper relationship between U.K. and Indian defense industries,” U.K. Secretary of State for Defence John Healey said in a…

Private air charter offers you top-notch services that redefine how you travel. You get personalized flight options, luxury amenities, and flexible scheduling designed entirely around your needs. It’s a smarter and more comfortable way to reach your destination without the stress associated with commercial flights. Market Growth Reports reveal that private air charters account for approximately 12% of business flights worldwide, with a 22% increase in new users over the past two years. This growth reflects a rising demand for exclusive travel experiences that combine speed, privacy, and convenience. Whether you’re flying for business efficiency or personal comfort, private air charter…

Flights sometimes take longer than planned, and that’s why airlines always have fuel reserves, planned diversion points, etc. The aviation industry operates with an incredible focus on having a safety margin, but sometimes things don’t go as planned. Along those lines, a Ryanair flight recently had what can only be described as a very close call. Ryanair flight has incredibly stressful 110-minute diversion The Aviation Herald has the story of what happened on Friday, October 3, 2025, involving Ryanair flight FR3418. The flight was operated by a Malta Air (Ryanair subsidiary) Boeing 737-800 with the registration code 9H-QBD, and it…

The development of the 787 represented a significant advancement in commercial aviation technology. The jets in the family were 25% more fuel efficient than the airplanes they replaced. This came down to engine developments, an expanded use of lightweight composite materials, more efficient systems, and next-generation aerodynamics. Cutting-edge design, combined with good market sense led this aircraft to become the best-selling widebody family of all time. In this article, discover the scale of what the Boeing 787 has achieved and how it became so popular. You can then learn about the Airbus jet it competes against and the issues faced…

The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is urging its members to maintain professionalism and avoid any actions that could disrupt the US National Airspace System (NAS) as the federal government shutdown stretches into its second week.  The warning follows reports of staffing issues at several US airports, including temporary tower closures and delays tied to a rise in sick calls among controllers working without pay. While air traffic controllers are considered essential employees and remain on the job, they are not being paid during the shutdown.  In a statement posted on its website, NATCA said it “does not endorse,…

ROME — Italy is spending €31.3 billion ($36.2 billion) on defense this year, the country’s defense ministry has announced in a long awaited budget document released on Thursday.The figure is up 7.2% on last year’s spending of just over €29 billion, but is set to remain stable in 2026 and 2027, the ministry stated.Italy has come under pressure this year to increase spending, as NATO calls on members to hit 5% of GDP by 2035, up from a previous target of 2%.Italy’s spending last year amounted to only 1.54% of GDP, but Rome promised it would reach two percent in…

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