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California startup JetZero’s ‘manta ray’ plane could change air travel forever: 250-seat Z4 aims to fly 5,750 miles and use up to 50% less fuel

California startup JetZero is innovating the aviation industry with a new aircraft featuring a blended-wing-body design, aimed at accommodating 250 passengers while optimizing fuel efficiency. Partnering with Japan Airlines lends operational insights to this ambitious endeavor. The plan includes testing a full-scale prototype by 2027 and commencing commercial flights in…

The Economic Times

California startup JetZero is building a $3 billion 'manta ray' aircraft that promises to cut fuel consumption by 50%, carry 250 passengers and replace traditional windows with screens; Japan Airlines just joined the project

JetZero is unveiling a cutting-edge 'manta ray' aircraft aimed at revolutionizing the future of commercial aviation. This groundbreaking design is expected to yield impressive fuel savings and significantly lower emissions. With a full-scale prototype scheduled to take flight by 2027, Japan Airlines is on board to provide operational insights, paving…

The Times of India

When Japan Airlines slashed employee pay in 2009, CEO Haruka Nishimatsu cut his own salary to about $90,000, rode the city bus to work, ate in the staff cafeteria and removed his office walls so employees could walk in

During a 2009 financial crisis, Japan Airlines CEO Haruka Nishimatsu significantly reduced his salary. He commuted via public transport and ate in the employee cafeteria, sharing the burden. Nishimatsu removed office walls to foster open communication and accessibility with staff. His actions demonstrated accountability and a philosophy of shared sacrifice…

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Dubai, Middle East travel warning: Have airlines resumed flight operations?

Travel warning for Dubai, Middle East: Iran deal and the imminent reopening of Strait of Hormuz have led to possibility about situation returning to normalcy.

The Economic Times

JAL warned after 2 cabin attendants' drinking incident delays flight

Japan's transport ministry has reprimanded Japan Airlines and urged it to compile preventive measures by July 17 after an incident in which two cabin attendants drank the day before a flight in May, delaying a scheduled flight for about 40 minutes.

Bangkok Post

JAL jet makes emergency landing at Narita airport, no injuries

A Japan Airlines passenger jet made an emergency landing at Narita airport near Tokyo on Friday due to a mechanical issue, with a tire believed to have burst during takeoff, the Transport Ministry said.

Bangkok Post

Connecting the world from London: Heathrow continues to grow as oneworld's most served global hub

LONDON, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The oneworld Alliance will expand its presence at London's Heathrow Airport to 14 member airlines when Alaska Airlines launches its new nonstop service to Seattle on Friday, 22 May 2026. This summer, oneworld airlines will offer nearly 2,800 weekly departures directly connecting London Heathrow…

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Flying from Japan? Your air ticket may soon cost more

International travel from Japan will become costlier this summer. Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways are raising fuel surcharges on international tickets. This change applies to bookings made in May and June 2026. Higher prices are linked to increased jet fuel costs. Flights to North America and Europe will see…

The Economic Times

Etalon Group Q3 Earnings Call Highlights

Eutelsat Group reported modest growth in fiscal third-quarter revenue and reaffirmed its full-year objectives, as strength in connectivity services offset continued pressure in its video business. Chief Financial Officer Sebastien Rouge said operating verticals revenue for the third quarter of fisc

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Major Japanese airport deploys humanoid robots as baggage handlers

Carrier says humanoid machines will begin trial cargo work in May

The Independent UK

Humanoid robots to become baggage handlers in Japan airport experiment

Japan Airlines will introduce the robots for trial run at a Tokyo airport amid country’s surge in inbound tourism and worsening labour shortages

The Guardian - AU

Japan Airlines fuel surcharge tops £250 as shortages bite

Exclusive: Passengers can almost halve the London-Tokyo fare by flying Etihad via Abu Dhabi – but will be going against Foreign Office advice

The Independent UK

Asian aviation stocks plunge as Iran conflict forces airlines to cancel flights over Middle Eastern airspace

Shares in Singapore Airlines are down by 4.5%, while Qantas and Japan Airlines are down by 5.4% and 5.6% respectively.

Fortune

Six ways to get to Japan for cherry blossom season – plus Simon Calder’s favourite

Exclusive: The cheapest option to Tokyo is just £688 return, but everything about the journey is unappealing

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Revealed: The global airline with the best economy seats

Carriers were judged on design, seat pitch and headrest comfort

The Independent UK

JetBlue announces major change that could affect your TrueBlue points

The partnership was rolled out in April 2025 and will terminate after less than a year

The Independent UK

Japan Airlines apologises after pilot’s drinking violation delays three flights

Flight delays leave nearly 630 passengers stranded for 18 hours

The Independent UK

Thailand plans to give away thousands of free domestic flights to tourists

The scheme would operate during the country’s low season

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Families Mourn 40 Years Since Deadly Japan Airlines Crash

Family members of victims in the world's deadliest single-aircraft accident hiked Tuesday to the mountainous site in Japan where the plane went down, as the country marked 40 years since the tragedy that killed 520 people.

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‘If I lost $3K my life would literally be ruined’: Woman says American Airlines wrongfully charged her $3,674. Now she’s saying it’s refusing to refund her

A woman is calling American Airlines “jerks” after a routine flight from Japan to Los Angeles turned into a financial nightmare. Katie (@wellnessby.katie), who is a military wife, says the months-long debacle has caused her emotional distress. Her viral story may have garnered the airline’s attention, but she says its…

International Business Times UK

What Caused Japan Airlines Flight to Plunge 26,000 Feet – and Could It Happen Again? Aviation Safety Concerns Continue in 2025

As aviation experts dig deeper into the causes of the sudden descent, the incident adds to a growing list of mid-air safety scares in 2025.

The Independent UK

Oxygen masks deploy as Japan Airlines flight plunges 26,000ft before emergency landing

Passengers reportedly panic as oxygen masks drop from ceiling

Benzinga

Boeing 737's 'Violent' 26,000-Foot Plunge Left Passenger's Legs 'Shaking' As Japan Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing, 191 Survive Midair Pressure Failure

Japan Airlines Co. flight JL8696 made an emergency landing at Kansai Airport on Monday evening after a pressurization system failure forced the Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) 737-800 into a rapid descent from 32,800 feet.

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Passengers Write Farewell Messages As Japan Airlines Flight Suddenly Plunges 26,000 Feet Mid-Air

"That must have been terrifying."

The Independent UK

Japan Airlines plane makes emergency stop after hitting runway lights

Aircraft veers off centre line and runs nearly 30m to left

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