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Nigerian airlines now have seven days to add special needs assistance options to all booking platforms, making air travel more accessible for passengers with disabilities. The mandate ensures travelers can request help before they buy tickets.
Direct flights between Addis Ababa and Atlanta return May 21 after a three-month pause, reconnecting Africa's largest airline with one of America's biggest African diaspora communities. The route strengthens ties for thousands of business travelers, families, and tourists seeking easier access across two continents.
Southwest Airlines just reversed a controversial policy, now offering free adjacent seats to plus-size passengers and those with disabilities right at the gate. The change eliminates the previous requirement to pay upfront and wait months for a refund.
When Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down this weekend, major US carriers turned a crisis into opportunity by hiring stranded employees and helping abandoned passengers. It's a rare moment of solidarity in the competitive airline industry.
Budget airline Frontier is finally bringing internet to the skies, partnering with SpaceX's Starlink to offer in-flight Wi-Fi starting early 2027. The move marks a major shift for the carrier, which has been one of the last U.S. airlines flying without connectivity.
When Spirit Airlines suddenly ceased operations, Captain Jon Jackson's retirement flight was canceled. His son's airline, Southwest, stepped in with a touching surprise.
Iberia Airlines is chartering a special flight to livestream August's total solar eclipse from above the clouds, giving anyone with internet access a front-row seat to this rare celestial show. It's the first total eclipse visible from Spain since 1912.
New legislation backed by Paralympic champion Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson could finally hold airlines accountable for losing or damaging wheelchairs. The Civil Aviation Bill would give regulators power to fine airlines and improve protections for disabled passengers.
Pegasus Airlines is transforming aviation safety and efficiency with an AI platform that helps pilots and crew instantly access critical flight information. The Turkish carrier's innovation supports 30,000 flight operations worldwide each month.
Canadian travelers can now fly direct to Costa Rica's capital starting December 2026, opening up easier access to beaches, rainforests, and adventure across the country. The new route marks Porter Airlines' rapid expansion in Central America after its first Costa Rican service took off just six months ago.
A voice actor wants to buy bankrupt Spirit Airlines and run it like the Green Bay Packers, where regular people own and vote on decisions. Nearly 150,000 supporters have already signed on in just two days.
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday to keep mifepristone, used in most medication abortions, available by mail and telehealth while legal challenges continue. The decision ensures women can access the FDA-approved drug without in-person doctor visits through at least 2027.
United Airlines is turning empty middle seats into shared workspaces on 50 new planes, giving passengers extra elbow room and a place to spread out. The airline says it's the first to offer this seating option, which debuts later this year.
A playful social media bet between two airlines turned into one of the sweetest sports rivalries of the 2026 World Cup. Norwegian airline temporarily adopted British Airways' logo after England beat Norway 2-1, proving competition can be fun.
Africa's largest airline just secured two cutting-edge cargo jets that will transform how goods move across the continent. Ethiopian Airlines will debut the Boeing 777-300ERSF in 2028, making history as the first African carrier to fly these powerful freighters.
When Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down over the weekend, one creative TikToker asked a wild question: what if regular people just bought the airline themselves? Within 24 hours, 36,000 people pledged $23 million to make "Spirit 2.0" a reality.
Dubai is bringing together the world's leading innovators in assistive technology to showcase life-changing solutions for people with disabilities. The AccessAbilities Expo demonstrates how AI, robotics, and digital platforms are creating new possibilities for independence and inclusion.
Japan Airlines is partnering with a space startup to send cultural treasures to the moon, protecting humanity's heritage from climate change and conflict. The project marks the airline's first venture into space exploration.
Once a regional carrier, Ethiopian Airlines has transformed into a global aviation powerhouse that serves 145 destinations across six continents. The 80-year-old airline's success story shows how African companies can lead on the world stage.
Japan Airlines just became the first Asian airline to run a fully in-house venture fund in Silicon Valley, betting big on technology that could transform air travel. The new JAL Innovation Fund II will invest in startups working on everything from sustainable aviation to breakthrough travel experiences.
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