United brings forward Starlink wifi rollout plan

United brings forward Starlink wifi rollout plan

United Airlines is accelerating its plans to install Starlink high-speed wifi technology on its aircraft. The US carrier announced an agreement with SpaceX’s Starlink in September last year, and had originally planned to start testing in early 2025, with the first...
Melbourne Airport working on major international terminal expansion

Melbourne Airport working on major international terminal expansion

Melbourne Airport is working to finalise the details of a major international terminal expansion, following 12 months of engagement with airlines to deliver increased terminal capacity and an enhanced experience for passengers. This follows the busiest month on record...
Emirates begins A350 rollout with flights to Edinburgh

Emirates begins A350 rollout with flights to Edinburgh

The first Emirates A350 aircraft has entered commercial service on the carrier’s route between Dubai and Edinburgh. Emirates has a total of 65 A350s on order, and further deliveries will see the airline roll out the aircraft onto flights to Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kuwait,...
Qatar Airways resumes flights to Syria

Qatar Airways resumes flights to Syria

Qatar Airways has resumed its three weekly flights from Doha to Damascus, Syria on January 7. Flights will operate on Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays departing Doha at 08h35 and arriving in Damascus at 11h30. The return flight departs Damascus at 13h30 and arrives in...
Air Canada to offer free wifi on long-haul routes from 2026

Air Canada to offer free wifi on long-haul routes from 2026

Air Canada has announced plans to roll out free inflight wifi from next year. The move will see the carrier expand its partnership with communications firm Bell, following the launch of free inflight messaging in 2023. From May next year Aeroplan members will benefit...