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Image shows a Virgin Atlantic plane mid air, with the landing gear deployed. It has a red tail and engines, the body is white with Virgin Atlantic written on the side.

Britain’s Leading Airlines Warn Passenger Prices Could Rise

Britain's leading airlines warn that passenger fares could increase due to government…

7 November 2026

A plane is approaching a runway for landing with its landing gear extended. In the background, a mountainous region can be seen and the runway is clearly surrounded by green grass.

UK Government Announces APD Rates for April 2027

Flights to popular holiday destinations will face higher charges from April 2027…

31 October 2026

A WestJet Boeing 737 mid-flight with a blue sky as the background.

WestJet Calls For National Aviation Strategy Amid Fuel Cost Crisis

WestJet has called for a National Aviation Strategy to address the financial…

30 October 2026

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Airfare levy plans to be introduced into Russia’s airports

Russia plans to implement an airfare levy on those travelling in an…

30 October 2026

Photograph depicting the front aspect of SWISS A320 Neo aircraft, including a view of the cockpit and wheels, when the aircraft is on the airport runway.

SWISS to oversee more flights with its own aircraft and crew

SWISS will again operate an increased number of flights with its own…

28 October 2026

American Airlines aircraft at O'Hare that are parked side-by-side causing the brightly coloured aircraft tails to overlap each other. An aircraft is taking off in the distance into a clear sky.

American Airlines to make more management changes

American Airlines is set to make management changes and hire more senior…

20 October 2026