Travellers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) may have to pay up to 30% more for airfares due to increased fuel surcharges as a result of rising oil prices following the outbreak of a regional military conflict. The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has […]

Middle East Tensions Impact Air Travel in the Region The ongoing conflict between Iran and the US-Israel has caused significant disruptions to daily life in the Middle East. From transportation to commerce, the escalating tensions have had a significant impact on the region. While authorities continue to monitor the situation and work towards finding a […]

CEOs of Major Airlines Call on Congress to Restore Homeland Security Funding and Pay Airport Workers The chief executive officers of the top airline companies in the United States are urging Congress to restore funding to the Department of Homeland Security and find a bipartisan solution to pay federal aviation workers during the ongoing partial […]

TSA Agents Face Paycheck Delays Amid Government Shutdown The ongoing partial funding shutdown of the government has now reached its one-month mark, leading to concerns about potential disruptions in air travel as many Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employees, including Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers, are on track to miss their first full paycheck. The […]

The past decade has seen a rise in the use of efficient widebody aircraft by airlines. One such aircraft, the Boeing 787-10, has become a valuable tool for airlines operating in busy long-haul and regional markets. As the largest member of the Dreamliner family, the aircraft offers a balance of fuel efficiency and high seating […]

SSP America Secures Management Contract for Four Units at JFK Terminal 6 SSP America has been awarded a contract to manage four units at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 6. This contract adds to SSP’s existing presence across various JFK terminals. The concession features a mix of local favorites and SSP’s […]

New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is known as the top international airport in the United States. According to the Department of Transportation, in the 12 months leading up to November 2025, JFK served 34 million international passengers. This was significantly higher than Los Angeles, the second-busiest international airport, which served 11 million […]

Jet fuel costs are on the rise as tensions escalate in the Middle East, causing concern for airlines and travelers heading into the busy summer travel season. In the United States, the Argus U. S. Jet Fuel Index, which tracks prices in major cities like Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, and New York, reached $3. 95 […]

JetBlue Continues to Expand at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport JetBlue Airlines is expanding its services once again at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. After announcing its largest-ever schedule from the South Florida airport just months ago, the carrier is now adding more year-round service and increasing frequency on popular routes to meet the high demand. New […]

Long Security Lines at Airports Caused by TSA Call Outs Travelers this month should prepare for long wait times at the airport due to mass TSA call outs and staff shortages caused by the partial government shutdown. While some airports have been hit harder than others, it’s important to plan ahead and allow for extra […]