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Chonky orange cat escapes carrier, attempts to sneak into Lufthansa first class at 40,000 feet

An orange cat escaped its carrier mid-flight on a Lufthansa service and attempted to access the first-class cabin at cruising altitude, forcing crew to conduct a cabin-wide search before locating the…

PDX airfares surge 74% as jet fuel prices jump 85% since Iran conflict began

Jet fuel prices have surged 85% since the Iran conflict began in late February 2026, driving airfares from Portland International Airport up 8-74% across major routes over five weeks. Economy…

airBaltic launches direct Riga to Rhodes flights from €237 for summer 2026

airBaltic launched direct summer service from Riga to Rhodes starting July 2026, with roundtrip economy fares from €237 for peak July-August travel and shoulder September pricing dropping to €190.…

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ITA Airways joins Star Alliance — Volare points don't transfer to Miles & More

ITA Airways joins Star Alliance April 2026, discontinuing Volare points with no conversion to Miles & More

ITA Airways officially joined Star Alliance on April 1, 2026, enabling full reciprocal elite perks and award redemptions across 1,150 destinations. The airline simultaneously adopted Miles & More as…

gategroup takes control of KLM catering, new menus expected 2027–2028

gategroup acquires 75% of KLM Catering Services, signaling premium menu refresh by 2027–2028

gategroup will acquire a 75% stake in KLM Catering Services, taking operational control of meal preparation for 55,000 daily meals across approximately 350 flights. The partnership includes…

Delta SkyMiles hits $31.8B valuation, $5B ahead of rivals

Delta SkyMiles valued at $31.8 billion, outpacing American AAdvantage by $5 billion in loyalty monetization

Delta Air Lines' SkyMiles has been valued at $31.783 billion, establishing it as the world's most valuable airline loyalty program and outpacing American Airlines' AAdvantage ($26.732 billion) and…

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