International

Financial crisis in Bosnian airspace: Eurocontrol freezes payments to BHANSA

An international arbitration ruling has led to the blocking of Eurocontrol payments to the Bosnian air traffic control authority (BHANSA). The result: an existential threat to air traffic over Bosnia and Herzegovina. The aviation industry in Bosnia and Herzegovina is facing a serious challenge. The European Organization for the Safety of Air Navigation (Eurocontrol) has blocked all payments to the Bosnian air traffic control authority.

17 April 2025 07:35

Amadeus report predicts end of check-in and automatic recognition on travel

According to a new report by technology company Amadeus, the travel industry is facing a fundamental change. In the future, travelers in many parts of the world will be able to forgo traditional check-in and be automatically recognized throughout their entire journey, from airports to rental car stations and hotels. This will be made possible by the use of

17 April 2025 07:04

Name change: Japan's Ōita Airport becomes "Hello Kitty Airport"

In preparation for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Oita Airport in the prefecture of the same name in southern Japan is undergoing an unusual renaming. For six months, the airport will officially bear the name "Oita Hello Kitty Airport" – a deliberate step by regional policymakers to promote tourism. Effective January 13, XNUMX, the airport will be renamed "Oita Hello Kitty Airport."

17 April 2025 04:31

SAS introduces new Business Class for Europe

Scandinavian airline SAS will introduce a new Business Class on its European routes starting in May 2025. According to SAS, this move is being made to meet the growing demand for a clearly defined premium service. Compared to the previous premium product "Plus," the new travel class will offer significantly more comfort, flexibility, and improved service.

16 April 2025 16:38

Air Astana receives multiple awards for onboard service

The Kazakh airline Air Astana has received several international awards for its outstanding onboard service at the Aircraft Interiors Expo 2025 in Hamburg. The airline was honored with the Travel Plus Award in Gold for its Economy Class amenity kits, bedding collection, and baby kit. Air Astana also received the Best in Class Award from the Onboard

16 April 2025 15:07

European companies are increasingly critical of business trips to the USA

European companies are increasingly concerned about business travel to the United States. A recent survey by the business travel network BT4Europe shows growing concerns about entry denials, rejections, and discrimination at the US border. Travel managers report increased problems among their employees when entering the country, prompting an adjustment of travel strategies in the affected countries.

16 April 2025 14:07

First expansion phase at Antalya Airport completed

The first phase of the expansion of Antalya Airport on Turkey's Mediterranean coast has been successfully completed after three years of construction. The operating company, a joint venture between German airport operator Fraport and Turkish TAV Airports, announced that the terminal area has been expanded by a total of over 160.000 square meters, of which 132.000 square meters are

16 April 2025 12:01

Emergency landing in Tucson: Engine problems force Delta flight DL937 to turn around

An incident involving a Boeing 737-900ER operated by the US airline Delta Air Lines on April 14, 2025, is currently causing a stir. The passenger aircraft was forced to turn around shortly after takeoff from Tucson International Airport in Arizona. Engine problems triggered an emergency code. The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a

16 April 2025 10:17

Pilot with heart problems: United flight to Newark has to make emergency landing in Dublin

A medical emergency forced a United Airlines flight to make an unscheduled layover. This incident follows a series of similar incidents within a few days. On April 15, 2025, United Airlines Flight UA71, a Boeing 777-200ER with the registration N78005, was forced to deviate from its regular route.

16 April 2025 10:10

United Airlines under pressure: Uncertainty about the US economy leads to cuts in services

The US airline United Airlines is facing major challenges in light of the uncertain economic situation in the United States. In particular, the import tariffs imposed by Donald Trump as part of his economic policy agenda are casting a shadow. In response, the company has presented two divergent business forecasts for the current year –

16 April 2025 10:08