Airlines

Korean Air secures sixth consecutive 5-star Skytrax rating, sparking debate among enthusiasts

Korean Air has secured its sixth consecutive 5-star certification from Skytrax in the 2026 World Airline Star Rating — placing it among only 10 airlines globally to hold the top distinction. The…

China Eastern A350 repeatedly rams jet bridge with engine and wing in bizarre taxiing incident

A China Eastern Airlines Airbus A350-900 sustained major structural damage at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on May 2, 2026, after the aircraft failed to stop during gate approach on flight…

India-Gulf airfares skyrocket 300% as West Asia conflict slashes flight capacity

Airfares on India-Gulf routes have surged more than threefold — from a typical ₹10,000–₹15,000 to ₹50,000 or more — as the West Asia conflict drives Brent crude to approximately $111 per barrel, up…

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Amex slashes Flying Blue conversion by 38% — 60% more points needed for awards

American Express has confirmed a 37.5% devaluation of Membership Rewards points transferred to Air France-KLM Flying Blue in the Netherlands, effective July 1, 2026. The conversion ratio shifts from…

Etihad and Air Cambodia codeshare unlocks seamless access to Angkor Wat for global travelers

Etihad Airways and Air Cambodia launched a codeshare partnership on April 28, 2026, enabling single-ticket bookings from Etihad's global network to Siem Reap International Airport (REP) via Phnom…

Korean Air considers ditching 57-year heel mandate for flight attendants, sparking debate

Korean Air is actively consulting with its labor union on allowing flight attendants to wear sneakers — a potential end to a 57-year heel mandate requiring female crew to wear 3–5cm heels on airport…

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