Allegiant Air to Acquire Sun Country Airlines in $1.5bn Deal, marking a significant consolidation move within the U.S. low-cost and leisure airline sector. The transaction, valued at approximately $1.5 billion, is expected to close in 2026, subject to regulatory approval.
Etihad Airways Records Highest Passenger Numbers in Its History in 2025, as the Abu Dhabi-based carrier reported strong year-on-year growth across passengers, capacity, and network reach. The airline carried 22.4 million passengers during the year, representing a 21% increase compared with 2024 and marking the highest annual total since its inception.
Air India Takes Delivery of First Made-For-Air India Boeing 787-9 as the airline welcomed its first line-fit Dreamliner configured specifically for the carrier’s transformation programme. The aircraft touched down at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi following a non-stop ferry flight from Boeing’s Everett production facility in the United States.
Etihad Airways Launches First-Ever Middle East–Luxembourg Route, marking a historic milestone as the first airline from the Middle East to serve Luxembourg with nonstop flights. The new service will connect Abu Dhabi and Luxembourg directly from 29 October 2026, strengthening air links between Europe and the Gulf region.
Air Canada Plans to Extend and Expand PAL Airlines Agreement to 2032, reinforcing its long-term commitment to regional connectivity in Eastern Canada. The proposed expansion would see the existing commercial agreement between the two carriers extended by an additional four years while increasing the number of aircraft operated under the arrangement.
Oman Air Launches Direct Muscat–Kigali Flights from June 2026, marking a strategic expansion of the airline’s Africa network and a further strengthening of ties between the Sultanate of Oman and Rwanda. The new nonstop service will connect Muscat with Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, subject to final regulatory approvals.
Sin-Kung Airways Prepares First 737-400SF Freighter Entry (MSN 29204) as the Malaysian startup moves closer to launching dedicated cargo operations. The airline is finalizing regulatory and airworthiness requirements ahead of its inaugural freighter service, positioning itself as the newest operator of Boeing 737 Classic freighters in the country.
Batik Air A320-214 Suffers Nose Gear Failure During Landing (MSN 7644) after the aircraft experienced a critical mechanical malfunction while attempting to land at Sultan Thaha Jambi Airport in Indonesia. The incident occurred during the landing phase, when the aircraft’s nose landing gear unexpectedly rotated 90 degrees, creating a potentially hazardous situation.
Air Canada Prepares For Boeing 737 MAX 8 Delivery (MSN 66446) as the carrier continues to strengthen and modernize its narrowbody fleet with fuel-efficient next-generation aircraft. The upcoming delivery aligns with Air Canada’s long-term strategy to enhance operational efficiency, reduce emissions, and maintain flexibility across its domestic and short-haul international network.
United Airlines Prepares For Boeing 737 MAX 9 Delivery (MSN 67745) as the U.S. carrier continues to advance its narrowbody fleet modernization with additional next-generation aircraft. The delivery supports United’s strategy of upgauging capacity on key routes while maintaining efficiency and fleet commonality.
