CAA Opens Review of NATS Software Failure Grounding Thousands of Flights
The UK's Civil Aviation Authority launched an inquiry into a software failure at NATS on September 8, 2026, that grounded thousands of flights. The incident affected multiple European airlines and stranded hundreds of thousands of passengers.
FDC International Hotels EPS Up 48% in H1 2026; Hangzhou Hotel to Open in...
FDC International Hotels achieved a 48% rise in EPS to NT$1.14 for the first half of 2026, led by expense control and growth in entrusted management. Their Hangzhou FDC Hotel will start trial operations in late October 2026 with 190 rooms.
Accor’s MGallery Names Ink 48 Its First U.S. Flagship Hotel
Accor's MGallery Collection has signed the Ink 48 hotel in New York City as its first U.S. flagship property, with official joining set for 2028. The hotel will undergo renovations while maintaining independent operation during transition.
FAA Delay Programmes Impact 15 US Airports on Sept 25; LaGuardia Peaks With 263-Minute...
FAA data tracked by travelandtournews.com shows 15 US airports were affected by 23 delay programmes on September 25, 2026. LaGuardia experienced the highest peak delay, reaching 263 minutes.
Air Canada App Launches Biometric Gate Enrollment at Toronto Pearson in Sept 2026
Air Canada added biometric gate enrollment to its app in September 2026. This feature applies to Toronto Pearson Airport gates, speeding up passenger boarding.
Thales Launches AI-Powered Biometric System to Enhance Singapore Airport Journey
Thales unveiled an AI-powered biometric system in Singapore on September 25, 2026. The system uses facial recognition to improve passenger processing in airports.
Auckland City Rail Link Breaks Weekly Passenger Record in September 2026
Auckland’s City Rail Link recorded a record 528,007 boardings in its first full week of operation, a 62% increase from the prior week. Service punctuality remained in the mid-to-high 90% range despite a fire disrupting Sunday services.
Signalling fault at Manchester Piccadilly causes cancellations and platform closure
A signalling fault at Manchester Piccadilly on September 22, 2026, caused platform 8 to close, cancelling multiple train services. Operators including Avanti West Coast and Northern were affected.
Nearly 300 Flights Cancelled at UK Airports Following NATS Software Failure
Nearly 300 flights were cancelled at UK airports on 25 September 2026 due to a software failure in the NATS air traffic control system. The UK Civil Aviation Authority has launched an independent investigation with reports due in early 2027.
Delta Adds New Nonstop Flights From LAX to Monterey and Philadelphia
Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop flights from LAX to Monterey and Philadelphia, increasing service to seven U.S. destinations. Next summer, Delta will offer over 200 daily departures at LAX, delivering its largest operation at the airport.














