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Travel advisories were issued by Indian airlines on Tuesday as a result of the partial closure of the Kathmandu airport in Nepal due to protests against the government. Thousands of people took to the streets in Nepal to protest over corruption and a government-issued ban on several social media platforms,
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As the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) report makes clear, airport service workers play a critical role in maintaining the safety and security of our nation's aviation system. These workers, including baggage handlers, wheelchair attendants, and aviation security personnel, are responsible for spotting dangers, responding in emergencies, and
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Turkish Airlines continued its momentum in 2025, reporting a 5.8% increase in the total number of passengers carried in the first eight months of the year, reaching 60.7 million. With an 82.7% load factor, the airline's international and domestic passenger load factors also saw significant
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A British Airways passenger flight, BA16, was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport just an hour after takeoff due to a reported technical issue. The pilot made a mayday call to alert air traffic controllers of a potentially life-threatening emergency, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
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Customs officials at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai intercepted two passengers arriving from Bangkok, seizing a total of 13.83 kg of suspected hydroponic weed. The substance, valued at approximately Rs 13.83 crore, was concealed inside checked-in trolley bags carried by the passengers. The seizure is
Tourism
Oman has witnessed a significant surge in charter flights during the 2024-2025 season, with a 26 percent increase in services contributing to around $80 million in revenues. The influx of charter flights has brought around 93,000 passengers to the Sultanate, including a substantial number from European countries. As the
Tourism
Sarawak's tourism industry is set to experience a significant boost as Kuching is listed as the eighth destination under Malaysia Airlines' Bonus Side Trip (BST) programme. This move reflects the successful partnership between Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) and Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), formalized in 2024, to enhance
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Kuching, Sarawak, has been chosen as the eighth destination under Malaysia Airlines' Bonus Side Trip (BST) programme, cementing its position as a major tourist hub in the region. The state's inclusion in the programme marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between the Sarawak Tourism Board (STB)
Tourism
President Paul Kagame emphasized the significance of lowering air transport costs to boost intra-African tourism and connectivity, arguing that the current high costs limit the continent's travel and economic growth. He pointed out that Africa's skies must be integrated to better serve citizens, businesses, and the
Tourism
Guangzhou's Baiyun Airport saw a significant increase in inbound and outbound passengers during the summer travel season, with approximately 3.18 million people entering and leaving the country through the airport between July 1 and August 30. This represents a 14% increase in people entering and leaving the
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Prolonged unsuitable weather across the US has left thousands of passengers stranded in major airports, with over hundred flights grounded and thousands more delayed. The travel disruptions, primarily affecting American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Alaska Airlines, have created a ripple effect across multiple routes, especially at busy
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A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Cancun was delayed for four hours after a passenger allegedly smoked cannabis in the plane's toilets while it was still on the ground. The incident occurred on August 5, and the delay was caused by the exposure of the flight
