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Passenger jets could start flying in formation like geeseSep 24, 2020 • 1 min read
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a group of planes flying like birds? Airplane manufacturer Airbus is researching new ways for passenger planes to reduce…
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air travelCoronavirus-sniffing dogs are putting their noses to work in airportsSep 24, 2020 • 3 min read
Specially-trained dogs capable of sniffing out coronavirus infections in passengers have been deployed in Dubai Airport.
air travelWould you get on a flight to nowhere?Sep 24, 2020 • 2 min read
Some travelers are so desperate to get back on a plane that several airlines are starting to offer destination-less trips to nowhere.
air travelThese zero-emission aircraft concepts from Airbus imagine a more sustainable futureSep 22, 2020 • 2 min read
The concepts each represent a different approach to achieving zero-emission flights and could enter service by 2035.
air travelRyanair teases the Irish Government with this cheeky job postingSep 21, 2020 • 2 min read
It has published a spoof job listing on its career portal seeking a schoolchild to put together Ireland's Green list.
air travelSee iconic landmarks on this seven-hour scenic flight over AustraliaSep 21, 2020 • 2 min read
Qantas will tempt grounded travellers with a flight that includes low level fly-bys over unique Australian destinations.
air travelTravelers arriving in Abu Dhabi must now wear quarantine tracking braceletsSep 21, 2020 • 1 min read
Etihad has announced that passengers who arrive in Abu Dhabi must now start wearing an electronic wristband to ensure that quarantine rules are being strictly…
air travelCanadian airline offers an unlimited flight passSep 18, 2020 • 1 min read
A new “infinite” flight pass will allow travelers in Canada to take as many domestic flights as they like for a flat monthly fee.
air travelThese are 2020's most scenic airports for landings and take-offsSep 17, 2020 • 2 min read
Donegal Airport has been named the airport with the most scenic landing strip for the second year in a row. The poll, conducted by private jet booking…
air travelColombia will resume international flights later this monthSep 16, 2020 • 2 min read
Colombia plans to resume international flights later this month as it gradually eases some restrictions after months of a hard lockdown.
air travelThis airport has been awarded the world's first five-star anti-COVID ratingSep 15, 2020 • 2 min read
Rome’s Fiumicino Airport has been named the world’s first five-star anti-COVID airport thanks to the recent introduction of enhanced safety measures.
air travelUnited plans new flights to Africa, India, Israel and HawaiiSep 15, 2020 • 2 min read
Despite the global pandemic, United is adding a number of brand new domestic and international flights to its route network, opening additional connections…
air travelThis is when Oman will reopen its borders to touristsSep 15, 2020 • 2 min read
The borders of Oman have been shut tight since March, but after nearly seven months of battling the coronavirus pandemic, the country will reopen for…
air travelThe rules for flying to the US are changing significantlySep 11, 2020 • 2 min read
Flights carrying passengers from certain countries no longer have to land at one of 15 designated airports and go through enhanced entry health screening.
air travelCould using an ad-blocker lead to additional charges on this airline?Sep 11, 2020 • 2 min read
A customer on Hungary-based Wizz Air was charging a €10 ‘System Surcharge Fee’ when using an ad-blocker.
air travelThis interactive map shows where you can (or can’t) travel in the USSep 10, 2020 • 2 min read
United Airlines' map tool allows customers to filter and view destinations' COVID-19-related travel restrictions.
air travelTSA is trialing facial recognition checkpoints at airportsSep 8, 2020 • 2 min read
The Transportation Security Administration in the USA is testing the use of facial recognition technology at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in…
public transportPopular Greek islands removed from England's travel corridor as it adopts new quarantine approachSep 8, 2020 • 2 min read
The UK has introduced a new mandatory quarantine rule anyone arriving into the country, including returning citizens and residents.
air travelUS airlines are scrapping change fees for domestic ticketsSep 1, 2020 • 2 min read
US airlines are getting rid of change fees on many tickets bought for travel within the US.
air travelQantas may not fly to the US until a COVID-19 vaccine is availableSep 1, 2020 • 2 min read
“The US, with the level of prevalence there, is probably going to take some time,” Qantas’ CEO Alan Joyce said at a media briefing.
air travelNew York airports to test passengers for COVID-19Aug 28, 2020 • 1 min read
John F Kennedy and La Guardia airports will set up testing facilities to screen passengers arriving into New York City for signs of COVID-19.
air travelUS airline uses newly-approved virus-killing coating to keep planes cleanAug 27, 2020 • 1 min read
American Airlines has introduced a cleaning protocol using a surface coating that kills viruses for up to seven days.