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Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner sinks onto its belly at Frankfurt Airport; Several injured

Lufthansa Dreamliner incident: A Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner unexpectedly sank onto its belly at Frankfurt Airport, with images showing the aircraft nose-down near Terminal 1. The incident, which occurred while the aircraft was parked and without passengers, prompted a large emergency response. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, with…

The Economic Times · Jun 4

Thousands of passengers delayed or diverted after Glasgow airport closes runway

Flights from Heathrow, Gatwick, Faro and Frankfurt are among those that have diverted to Edinburgh airport

The Independent UK · May 26

‘Worst flight of my life’: Lufthansa passenger left soaked, burned, and weeping after being told to ‘shut up’ about wet seat

A true in-flight nightmare experience.

We Got This Covered · May 26

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Frequent flyers: How many of these airline collectibles do you have?

From Lufthansa’s first class ducks to KLM’s miniature houses, these items are a hot commodity among aviation enthusiasts.

Euronews · May 24

Jet2 reassures customers over summer holiday fuel supply: ‘The only oil you need to worry about is sun oil’

The airline said it has enough fuel and will not impose surcharges

The Independent UK · May 20

Why Warren Buffett Just Made a $2.6 Billion Bet on Delta Airlines in Q1 — 6 Years After Exiting the Stock

Warren Buffett added Delta Air Lines to Berkshire's portfolio after six years, as the company is leveraging its refinery bought in 2012 to offset rising fuel costs.

International Business Times UK · May 18

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary to reach four decades in job as decision on future looms

‘In spring 1991 I thought it would be a miracle if we were still in business three months later’, the controversial CEO once said

The Independent UK · May 18

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Lufthansa steals Eurovision airline contest crown from easyJet for Vienna 2026

Aviation expert ranks European airlines according to flights and seats heading for the Austrian capital this weekend

The Independent UK · May 15

Major airline fails to offer alternative to passenger after cancelling UK-bound flight

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The Independent UK · May 13

Lufthansa cancels flight – then refuses to offer an alternative

Exclusive: German airline could leave a reader stranded in Germany

The Independent UK · May 13

UK flight cancellations increase as soaring jet fuel prices hit

Several airlines have trimmed their schedules because of the issue

The Independent UK · May 12

Lufthansa to take majority control of Italy’s ITA Airways in €325mn deal

Lufthansa, one of Europe's top airlines, announced Tuesday its intention to expand its current minority stake in Italy's ITA Airways to 90%.

Euronews · May 12

Airlines still have to pay compensation if flights cancelled due to fuel crisis, EU says

Ryanair says that unlike others it will not be cancelling summer flights as it hedged fuel contracts before Iran war

The Guardian - UK · May 7

Lufthansa posts record revenue but warns Iran war fuel costs will hit annual profit

The German airline group posted its highest-ever revenue in 2025 and improved its first-quarter results, but soaring jet fuel costs linked to the Iran war are forcing route cuts and pushing annual profit below initial forecasts.

Euronews · May 6

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The Economic Times · May 6

Lufthansa’s summer flight plan now includes possible fuel detours

Lufthansa is bracing for a summer of potential flight disruptions. The German airline is planning for fuel shortages, which could mean adding refuelling stops on long-haul routes. They have already experienced isolated incidents where airports lacked fuel. Lufthansa is also implementing cost-saving measures and increasing ticket prices to manage rising…

The Economic Times · May 6

Lufthansa launches new premium onboard experience across all long-haul flights

Lufthansa is launching its Future Onboard Experience (FOX) program on May 6, 2026, to enhance long-haul passenger service across all classes. This initiative focuses on personalization, comfort, and "Signature Moments," introducing upgraded amenities, service processes, and meal options, including Michelin-starred chef collaborations and flexible dining.

The Economic Times · May 6

Lufthansa Airlines warns of rising Mideast war risks

Germany's Lufthansa warned Wednesday of rising risks to the firm's financial performance because of the Middle East war even as it maintained its outlook for the year. "While no restrictions in kerosene supply are currently expected at any of the Lufthansa Group hubs, potentially reduced fuel availability later in the…

The Economic Times · May 6

ITA Airways to raise ticket prices, sees no flight cuts from fuel costs

ITA Airways will not cut flights despite rising jet fuel costs, with 80% of its 2026 needs hedged. The airline plans a 5% to 10% fare increase this year to offset higher expenses. CEO Joerg Eberhart indicated that Lufthansa's decision to increase its stake in ITA is pending.

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The Guardian - UK · May 6

Totally grounded? How the jet fuel crisis could change our holidays – and world history

Jet fuel has doubled in price since the start of the war on Iran. How bad will the disruption get and could this accelerate the route to jet zero?

The Guardian - UK · May 5

Two million airline seats cut amid soaring jet fuel prices

Rescheduling in May could be followed by summer cancellations as Middle East war continues to disrupt fuel supplies

Euronews · May 5

Airlines cut 13,000 flights and two million seats in May due to jet fuel crisis

Airlines across the world have cut thousands of May flights and scaled back capacity as the jet fuel shortage begins to bite, raising the risk of disruption for families travelling over the half term break.

International Business Times UK · May 4

Is Delta Cancelling Flights? Passenger Rant Causes Panic As Man Asks, 'Is Anybody Working?'

Delta Airlines faces criticism after a viral video shows a passenger using an airport intercom for help amid widespread flight cancellations and staffing shortages.

International Business Times UK · May 4

New UK Airline Contingency Plans Allow Early Flight Cancellations to Prevent Summer Holiday Disruption

The UK government has unveiled airline contingency plans to minimize summer travel disruptions, allowing airlines to adjust schedules early and protect passengers from last-minute cancellations.

BANG Premier · May 4

Mr Nobody Against Putin star Pavel Talankin wins apology over missing Oscar

Mr Nobody Against Putin co-director and star Pavel Talankin has won an apology over his missing Oscar after the statuette was confiscated by TSA agents at an airport in New York.

The Independent UK · May 1

An Oscar is lost, then found, after director forced to check it on a flight out of JFK

After being forced to check his Academy Award on a trans-Atlantic flight, recent winner Pavel Talankin’s Oscar went missing before an airline tracked it down two days later

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