Airline News

A general strike in Italy on May 29, 2026, is expected to result in substantial flight cancellations. Over 1,100 flights may be canceled, affecting close to 179,000 passengers, especially at Rome and Milan airports.

Seattle’s port has started offering LNG refueling services to cruise ships, supporting Alaska’s cruise industry in its environmental sustainability ambitions. This move has generated conversation about the sector’s sustainable future.

Mexico is the top performer in North American tourism growth for 2025, exceeding the US and Canada in GDP growth, visitor numbers, and spending. The country's expanding hospitality sector supports continued tourism development.

JFK Airport encountered widespread flight delays and cancellations involving multiple airlines. Key international routes to Europe and Latin America were among those impacted.

Some airlines have resumed flights to the Middle East, but passengers may still face cancellations and schedule changes amid ongoing operational challenges.

China is spearheading the recovery of tourism in Asia, with increasing numbers of travelers arriving from the US, Russia, Turkey, and South Korea. Visa-free travel policies have supported this growth.

Israel's Tourism Ministry director-general is set for a trip to the United States aimed at increasing tourist visits from the US. The visit forms part of efforts to boost incoming tourism to Israel.

A small plane crashed near Sonoma Valley Airport on May 28, 2026, injuring three people. An investigation is underway, potentially affecting local air traffic.

A training aircraft from a flight school safely completed an emergency landing at a private airport in Monroe County on May 29, 2026. Authorities were notified, and no complications were reported.

Authorities have revealed plans to open underground tunnels beneath a major U.S. airport hub long surrounded by conspiracy theories. Travelers might experience new access routes as these tunnels become accessible.