Category Airline, Organisations & Operators

United Airlines, in partnership with Currensea, the market-leading payments technology platform for co-branded multi-bank debit cards, and Mastercard, today announced the launch of the United AirlinesSM Debit Card, the first ever rewards debit card offered to UK travellers by a U.S. airline.

Available now, the United Airlines Debit Card can be linked to any existing UK bank account and allows customers to earn miles and exclusive travel benefits from United on all their day-to-day spending, at home and abroad, making it easier than ever to earn United MileagePlusSM miles, access exclusive travel rewards and enjoy outstanding exchange rates when spending abroad.

Air Premia, Korea’s only hybrid airline, has enhanced passenger comfort by reducing the total number of seats while expanding seat pitch to enhance passenger comfort.

The airline announced that the economy class seat pitch on aircraft HL8701 has been increased from 31 inches to 33 inches. Following the adjustment, the aircraft’s total seat capacity has been reduced from 344 seats to 326 seats, a decrease of 18 seats.

The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) today announced a strategic partnership with Ethiopian Airlines, the flag carrier of Ethiopia and a member of Star Alliance. Ethiopian will join the New Terminal One’s growing community of international carriers, strengthening connectivity between the United States, Africa, and key destinations across the globe.

Breaking Travel news caught up with Becky Woodmansee to explore how Virgin Atlantic is building future-ready talent through apprenticeships, and what this means for the wider aviation sector at a time of rapid skills transformation. See her response to our questions detailing this innovative scheme and its benefits in the exclusive interview below.

Our first Airbus A321XLR lifted off for its inaugural flight in Hamburg and we want you to soar along.

Sleek, efficient and built for long‑range productivity, this jet is ready to go far

CEO Sean Doyle – I share an exciting update to colleagues about the fantastic achievements at British Airways following IAG’s full year results announcement. 2025 was a record year for British Airways and I’m delighted to see people from all areas of the business working hard for our customers as part of our £7bn investment.

As a result of the ongoing situation in the Middle East many flights to and from the region are cancelled.

We advise passengers to check the latest travel advice from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Please find below the latest operational updates at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central—Al Maktoum International (DWC) following the temporary partial closure of airspace.

Avelo Airlines has announced that it is extending its flight schedule through mid-November 2026, just in time to start planning fall travel. Avelo Customers can now book travel to over 30 popular destinations through Nov. 17, 2026.
One-way fares start at $42*. Travelers can make reservations at AveloAir.com.

Virgin Atlantic has been named a Which? Recommended Provider for long haul airlines, as the UK’s consumer champion publishes its latest airline satisfaction rankings.
The airline received an overall customer satisfaction score of 79% in the annual survey, outperforming its transatlantic competitors on food and drink, cabin environment and value for money.
Virgin Atlantic is one of just two airlines to receive the full five stars for customer service in the survey of more than 5,500 UK consumers, with respondents praising its staff and cabin atmosphere.
Based on independent testing and customer surveys, Which? Recommended Provider status is awarded to the highest-scoring companies for overall quality and customer satisfaction in their category.