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Alaska Airlines to begin Seattle to Seoul flights using Hawaiian Airlines A330s

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As part of an ongoing expansion program that will also see the carrier head to Tokyo in Japan, Alaska Airlines has announced that it will begin direct nonstop flights between Seattle and Seoul in South Korea on September 12, 2025.

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Brussels Airlines unveils Atomium-themed A320 aircraft 

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Brussels Airlines has unveiled the latest special livery in its Belgian Icons series. As is the case of others in the Brussels Airlines Belgian Icons series, such as the Tintin, Smurfs or Ren Magritte-themed aircraft, the cabin of this A320 has also been decorated with references to the Atomium and its construction process.

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American Airlines named official North American airline for FIFA World Cup 2026

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American Airlines has announced that it is partnering with FIFA, becoming the official North American Airline Supplier for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will take place in the summer of 2026. American Airlines plans to provide more than 2,200 daily flights to the cities hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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Alaska Airlines Flight 261: Investigating what caused the tragedy

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Alaska Airlines Flight 261 was one of the worst aviation disasters in modern US history. No emergency had been declared, so Alaska Airlines Flight 261 was being treated as a regular incoming flight. Picryl Picryl What caused Alaska Airlines Flight 261 to crash? Sadly, though, it was not to be.

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Austrian Airlines fits B777-200ER with AeroSHARK technology 

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Austrian Airlines has become the latest carrier from the Lufthansa Group to adopt the aerodynamics-enhancing AeroSHARK technology. AeroSHARK was developed jointly by Lufthansa Technik, which is the engineering and maintenance arm of airline group, and German chemicals giant BASF.

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Singapore Airlines begins $34 million lounge refurbishment at Changi’s Terminal 2

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Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that it has started renovation and upgrade works on its SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Changi International Airport (SIN). According to Singapore Airlines, the revamped lounges will feature 50% more space and seating capacity, and include upgraded facilities.

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Malaysia Airlines grounds new A330neo after four flights citing technical issues

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In a highly embarrassing turn of events for both Malaysia Airlines and Airbus, the Kuala Lumpur-based carrier has temporarily grounded its first and only Airbus A330-900neo after operating just two return flights. The ceremony was attended by senior officials from Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and aircraft lessor Avolon.

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