A new cluster of Nipah virus infections in India has prompted several Asian aviation authorities to activate enhanced screening protocols at major international airports. Although the outbreak remains limited, the virus’s high fatality rate has led to swift action to safeguard cross‑border travel and maintain operational stability across the region. Airports Increase Screening for India‑Arriving Flights Following confirmed cases in West Bengal, airports in Thailand, Nepal, an

An ATR 42-500 aircraft operated by Indonesia Air Transport (IAT) for the Indonesian Marine and Fisheries Resources Surveillance service has reportedly lost contact in the skies above Leang-leang, Maros Regency, South Sulawesi. The incident occurred on Saturday at 13:17 WITA, sparking a large-scale search and rescue operation. The aircraft, registered PK-THT, was en route from Yogyakarta to Makassar when communication was lost as it approached Sultan Hasanuddin International A

Maldivian will host a public music carnival in Hulhumale’ on 6th February as part of its lead‑up to the airline’s resumption of flights to Dhaka, Bangladesh. The “Dhaka, We Heard You” Music Carnival will be held at the Hulhumale’ Synthetic Track from 20:00 to 23:00, featuring live performances, music, and entertainment. The carnival comes as Maldivian prepares to restart its Dhaka service on 12 March, restoring an important route for travellers and for the large Bangladeshi p

The United States has ordered the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN‑72) and its strike group to accelerate their transit from the Pacific toward the Middle East, according to reports citing Pentagon officials and regional media, including Al Jazeera. US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin directed the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to reach the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility more quickly, adding to the capabilities already provided by the USS Theo

Iran has reopened its airspace after a temporary five‑hour closure that prompted several airlines to reroute, delay, or cancel flights across the region. The restrictions, issued late Wednesday, barred most overflights and inbound traffic except for international flights to and from Iran with prior approval. The NOTAM was removed shortly before 10 pm local time, and flight‑tracking data showed the first aircraft  including services from Mahan Air, Yazd Airways, and AVA Airlin

A Jet Excellence Cessna 750 Citation X, registered N772XJ, veered off the runway at Telluride Regional Airport in Colorado on Tuesday, sustaining significant damage. All three occupants on board escaped without injury. The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft touched down. According to information provided to deputies, the pilot reported that a strong, gusting crosswind struck the aircraft during the landing roll, pushing it off the runway surface. The Citation X repo

Afcom Cargo airline celebrates one full year of operations to Velana International Airport (VIA). The anniversary highlights the carrier’s growing contribution to the Maldives’ cargo sector and its role in strengthening regional supply chains. Since launching services to VIA in early 2024, Afcom Cargo has completed 200 dedicated cargo flights, providing consistent uplift for importers, exporters, and logistics partners across the Maldives. Over the past 12 months, the airline

Airbus closed 2025 with strong commercial performance, reporting 793 aircraft deliveries, a 4% year‑on‑year increase, and securing 1,000 gross orders from 57 customers. The results underscore sustained global demand for Airbus’ single‑aisle and widebody product lines despite a challenging operating environment. The European manufacturer delivered aircraft to 91 customers worldwide, maintaining its upward trajectory for the third consecutive year. Deliveries by family type wer

The global aviation industry is poised for another year of steady growth in 2026, with passenger numbers expected to reach 5.2 billion, a 4.4% increase over 2025, according to the latest outlook from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Air cargo volumes are also projected to rise, reaching 71.6 million tonnes, up 2.4% year‑on‑year, as the sector continues to demonstrate resilience amid shifting global trade patterns. IATA expects airlines to deliver a 3.9% net

The global aviation industry is poised for another year of steady growth in 2026, with passenger numbers expected to reach 5.2 billion, a 4.4% increase over 2025, according to the latest outlook from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Air cargo volumes are also projected to rise, reaching 71.6 million tonnes, up 2.4% year‑on‑year, as the sector continues to demonstrate resilience amid shifting global trade patterns. IATA expects airlines to deliver a 3.9% net

Several major international airlines have suspended or cancelled flights to Iran as nationwide protests intensify, prompting heightened concerns over airspace safety and operational reliability. The disruptions began late in the week as demonstrations spread across major cities, accompanied by communication blackouts and increased security restrictions around key transport hubs. Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, FlyDubai, Pegasus and Austrian Airlines were among the

Starlux Airlines marked a major milestone today as it officially received Taiwan’s first Airbus A350‑1000, a next‑generation long‑haul flagship that signals the carrier’s accelerating global ambitions. The aircraft, registered B‑58551, touched down at Taoyuan International Airport at approximately 10 a.m., concluding a nonstop delivery flight from Toulouse personally piloted by the airline’s chairman and founder, K.W. Chang Taipei. The arrival was greeted with a ceremonial wa

A wave of US military strikes on Venezuela early today sent shockwaves across the region, with explosions, power outages, and emergency declarations unfolding within minutes. The situation has rapidly escalated into one of the most serious security events in South America in recent years, drawing global attention and prompting immediate operational responses. Residents in Caracas described a night of “continuous blasts” and low‑flying aircraft as multiple sites were struck sh

An Air India pilot was detained at Vancouver International Airport after reportedly smelling of alcohol shortly before he was due to operate a Delhi‑bound flight, resulting in a departure delay last week. The incident occurred on December 23, just ahead of the Christmas travel peak. According to initial reports, a staff member at a duty‑free store inside the airport alerted Canadian authorities after allegedly observing the pilot consuming alcohol or detecting the smell while

Libya’s army chief, Gen Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, has died in a plane crash in Turkey, Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah confirmed late Tuesday. The general was among five people on board a Falcon 50 business jet that departed Ankara’s Esenboğan Airport on Tuesday evening, bound for Tripoli. According to Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, the aircraft lost contact with air traffic control at 20:52 local time (17:52 GMT), approximately 42 minutes after takeoff. The

A Berniq Airlines Airbus A320‑214, operating a scheduled flight from Mitiga International Airport (MJI) to Cairo International Airport (CAI), was forced to return to Mitiga on 19 December after suffering multiple bird strikes during takeoff. According to sources familiar with the incident, the aircraft encountered a very large flock of birds while accelerating along the runway. The impact resulted in several bird strikes to the airframe and engines shortly after the takeoff r

A man was taken into custody early Thursday after a stolen Cessna 172 crashed into a hangar at Van Nuys Airport, causing significant damage but no reported injuries, according to Los Angeles Airport Police. The incident occurred shortly before 5 am, when the suspect identified as 37‑year‑old Ceffareno Michael Logan allegedly trespassed onto airport property and gained access to an aircraft belonging to a local flight school. Authorities said Logan managed to start the engine

A Cessna Citation III private jet crashed near Licenciado Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (Toluca Airport) in San Pedro Totoltepec, State of Mexico, on 15 December 2025, killing all ten people on board, according to Mexican authorities. The aircraft, registered XA‑PRO and operated by JetPro S.A. de C.V., was arriving from Acapulco when the crew declared an emergency on approach. The jet struck the roof of an industrial building before catching fire. Emergency servic

Thailand has begun launching airstrikes along its disputed border, following intense clashes with opposing forces that have reignited long-standing territorial disputes. The escalation comes after both sides accused each other of firing first, with Thai officials confirming casualties among their troops and civilians being evacuated from affected areas. According to the Royal Thai Army, Cambodian forces opened fire with small arms and rocket launchers in multiple areas along

Turkey’s defence industry marked a milestone in unmanned aviation as the Bayraktar Kızılelma combat drone successfully carried out a simulated air‑to‑air engagement against a fighter‑class aircraft. The test, conducted under controlled conditions, is being hailed as the world’s first demonstration of a drone achieving a fighter‑jet kill in a test scenario. Baykar, the manufacturer of the Kızılelma, confirmed that the UAV used its MURAD active electronically scanned array (AES