US airline fuel costs have risen by 78% due to the conflict in the Middle East. Global industry profits could be halved by 2026.
In Frankfurt, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner's nose gear collapsed during parking. Several workers were injured, and the aircraft sustained serious damage.
Ryanair expects fuel and salary costs to rise due to market volatility. The company plans to carry a record 216 million passengers over the year.
A shortage of jet fuel has emerged due to the war in Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Airlines are canceling flights en masse and raising ticket prices.
The Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) has opened cases against airlines, interpreting aircraft leasing as royalties. This violates international agreements and threatens the destruction of Ukrainian aviation.
In May, airlines canceled 13,000 flights due to fuel prices jumping to $1,838. The largest reductions were recorded in Istanbul and Munich.
U. S. airport security seized the "Oscar" from Pavel Talankin, calling the statuette a weapon. The award disappeared during the flight, but it has already been found in Frankfurt.
Airlines are cutting flights due to a doubling of fuel prices. However, this will not stop the oil crisis without a reduction in consumption in other sectors.
Lufthansa is removing flights from its schedule until October due to rising fuel prices. The changes will affect short-haul routes at six hubs.
The German airline is cutting unprofitable routes until the end of October due to the energy crisis. The updated flight schedule will be published in April.
A two-week ceasefire helped airline stocks rise, but fuel shortages will last for months. The cost of flights will remain high.
Bologna, Milan, and Venice airports are restricting aircraft refueling due to supply disruptions. Priority is given to medical and long-haul international flights.
The Vereinigung Cockpit union announced a strike for passenger and cargo flights on Thursday and Friday. The reason was disputes over pensions and salaries.
12 Etihad Airways flights departed from Abu Dhabi, although the airline had announced a suspension of operations. Almost 100,000 people tracked the first plane heading to London.
Due to US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory measures, 8 Middle Eastern countries have closed their airspace. This has led to mass flight cancellations by many major airlines.
Germany's largest airline, Lufthansa, canceled about 800 flights due to a strike by pilots and flight attendants, affecting about 100,000 passengers. The reason for the strike was demands regarding pension provisions and other labor claims of the staff.
Elon Musk has once again floated the idea of buying Ryanair after a dispute with its CEO, Michael O'Leary. The billionaire conducted a poll on X regarding the acquisition of the company, which has a market value of approximately 30 billion euros.
The US Air Force plans to acquire two Boeing 747-8 aircraft at a total cost of approximately $400 million. They will be used for crew training and as a source of spare parts for the future presidential fleet.
A Ukrainian arms company has unveiled a new 8-ton armored vehicle called "Desna. "
46 executives from leading European companies have called on Brussels to suspend the implementation of the Artificial Intelligence Act for two years. They argue that the EU's unclear rules hinder business and innovation.
The European Parliament is considering banning airlines from charging for hand luggage weighing up to 7 kilograms. This initiative aims to standardize baggage rules and improve passenger rights.
Ben Gurion Airport in Israel is closed until further notice. Lufthansa, Air France-KLM and Wizz Air are canceling flights, the situation affects flights in other countries.
During a flight from Frankfurt to Seville, the co-pilot lost consciousness due to a neurological disease. The Airbus A321 lost control for 10 minutes until the captain returned to the cockpit.
Germany provides Ukraine with a new military aid package, including missiles for the IRIS-T air defense system, ammunition for Leopard 2, drones, and armored vehicles. Engineering equipment and artillery shells have also been handed over.
Lufthansa is canceling the sale of goods on board aircraft for economic reasons from September. The company plans to use artificial intelligence to analyze passengers' food consumption.
The German army is negotiating with large companies to organize logistical support for NATO. The German government is preparing a "logistics hub" for NATO in accordance with the strategy.
The Bundeswehr is negotiating with logistics companies to transfer troops and equipment to the eastern border of NATO. Germany has been designated as the Alliance's logistics hub.
A 24-hour strike by public sector workers nearly halted operations at 13 German airports. Due to the Verdi union protest, over 1000 flights were canceled, affecting 510,000 passengers.