On November 3, 2026, seven flights and a cruise ship across Europe received bomb threats, causing security delays and flight diversions. All searches found no explosives, and airports quickly resumed normal operations.
Nearly 50% of airline passengers worldwide adopted AI-based travel planning tools in 2026, IATA reports. AI tools have improved efficiency in flight search and booking globally.
Kempegowda International Airport started biometric trials for international departures on 30 October 2026, using the Digi Yatra app. Select IndiGo and Air India flights are included in the trial for contactless facial recognition verification.