Aviation 23 April 2026 - 6 May 2026

Jet2 warns on summer fuel, reassures UK travellers
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Jet2 warns on summer fuel, reassures UK travellers

Jet2 said it will run its summer schedule as planned and not add fuel surcharges, citing increased fuel production and imports outside the Middle East. The UK government will allow imports of jet fuel refined from Russian crude under a sanctions carve-out. The Civil Aviation Authority warned airlines not to cancel flights over higher fuel costs. Ryanair, British Airways, and Wizz Air also reported sufficient fuel supplies.
May 20, 2026
Airline Cancellations Hit May Travel: 2 Million Seats Cut as Jet Fuel Crisis Threatens Summer
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Airline Cancellations Hit May Travel: 2 Million Seats Cut as Jet Fuel Crisis Threatens Summer

Airlines worldwide have cut nearly 2 million seats and over 13,000 flights from May schedules, citing surging jet fuel prices and supply concerns. The reductions come as UK and European half-term travel ramps up. Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines made some of the largest cuts, while EasyJet reported no changes. Britain is considering temporary rules to let airlines consolidate flights and return airport slots without penalty.
May 5, 2026
UK Summer Flights Could Be Cut As Jet Fuel Shortage Fears Hit Holiday Season
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UK Summer Flights Could Be Cut As Jet Fuel Shortage Fears Hit Holiday Season

Britain plans to let airlines cancel or combine summer flights in advance to conserve jet fuel as supply chains tighten after the Strait of Hormuz closure. The Department for Transport says there are no immediate shortages, but airlines will not lose airport slots if they cut flights. The UK imports about 65% of its jet fuel, mostly from the Middle East. Ministers say extra fuel is being sourced from the US, west Africa, and local refineries.
May 5, 2026
Emirates Is Almost Back: 96% Global Network Restored as Dubai Flights Rebuild
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Emirates Is Almost Back: 96% Global Network Restored as Dubai Flights Rebuild

Emirates has restored 96% of its global network, now serving 137 destinations in 72 countries with over 1,300 weekly flights. Dubai International handled 18.6 million passengers in Q1, down from 23.4 million a year earlier. UAE air traffic resumed normal operations after restrictions were lifted on February 28. On Monday, missile and drone threats forced flight diversions and caused injuries at Fujairah’s oil zone.
May 4, 2026
Jet2 LS190 Emergency: What Happened Before Glasgow Landing After 7700 Alert
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Jet2 LS190 Emergency: What Happened Before Glasgow Landing After 7700 Alert

Jet2 flight LS190 from Palma de Mallorca declared an emergency on approach to Glasgow on May 4, transmitting Squawk 7700 before landing safely at 14:52 BST. Early reports cited a possible passenger medical issue, but Jet2 has not confirmed the cause. Emergency services stood by as the Boeing 737-800 arrived ahead of schedule. The passenger’s identity and condition remain unreported.
May 4, 2026
Qantas and Jetstar Cuts Stretch to September as Fuel Shock Hits Australian Travellers
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Qantas and Jetstar Cuts Stretch to September as Fuel Shock Hits Australian Travellers

Qantas and Jetstar will extend domestic flight capacity cuts through September due to Australia’s ongoing aviation fuel shortage, also trimming international schedules for the July-September quarter. Sydney-Bengaluru flights will be suspended from August to October, while extra Perth-Rome and Paris flights will add 2,000 seats weekly to Europe. The federal government has secured new jet fuel shipments. Jet fuel prices have more than doubled since Qantas’s last update.
May 3, 2026
US Flight Delays Spread Again As FAA Puts Atlanta, SFO And JFK On Watch After O’Hare Snarl
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US Flight Delays Spread Again As FAA Puts Atlanta, SFO And JFK On Watch After O’Hare Snarl

The FAA warned Tuesday that Atlanta, San Francisco, New York JFK, Nashville, and Memphis could face ground stops or delays due to storms and construction. Chicago O’Hare saw 1,242 delays and 491 cancellations Monday, the highest in the country. FlightAware reported 7,198 delays and 620 cancellations on U.S.-linked flights Monday. Early Tuesday, delays and cancellations continued at major hubs.
April 28, 2026
IAG’s €500 Million Buyback Faces A Jet-Fuel Test As British Airways Fares Rise
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IAG’s €500 Million Buyback Faces A Jet-Fuel Test As British Airways Fares Rise

International Consolidated Airlines Group SA bought 13.76 million shares last week and confirmed the cancellation of 115.53 million treasury shares, reducing its share capital to €461.17 million. The company said it will raise ticket prices as jet fuel costs have surged to $150–$200 a barrel. IAG’s London shares closed at 373.90 pence, down 0.66%. Airlines across Europe are also raising fares and warning of higher losses.
April 27, 2026
Ryanair Berlin Base Closure: Why Cheap Flights From Germany Are Back in the Spotlight
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Ryanair Berlin Base Closure: Why Cheap Flights From Germany Are Back in the Spotlight

Ryanair will close its Berlin Brandenburg Airport base on Oct. 24, 2026, halving flights to and from Berlin and relocating seven aircraft to other European airports. The airline cited high airport charges and Germany’s tax regime, while Berlin airport officials said they were surprised and not planning fee hikes. Ryanair expects Berlin passenger numbers to drop from 4.5 million to 2.2 million in 2027. Up to 500 jobs may be affected, according to union Verdi.
April 27, 2026
Summer Flights Face Jet Fuel Crunch As UK Moves To Protect Holidays
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Summer Flights Face Jet Fuel Crunch As UK Moves To Protect Holidays

Lufthansa will cut 20,000 short-haul flights through October to save fuel after costs surged. UK airlines say they have enough jet fuel, but the government has relaxed airport slot rules in case supplies tighten. Ministers are preparing for possible wider disruptions if Middle East tensions persist. The European Commission has launched a jet fuel observatory and warned a prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure could severely impact supply.
April 26, 2026
IAG Fares Are Set To Rise As British Airways Owner Faces A Fuel Shock
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IAG Fares Are Set To Rise As British Airways Owner Faces A Fuel Shock

International Consolidated Airlines Group will raise ticket prices due to higher jet fuel costs following the Iran-war fuel shock, though it reports no supply interruptions. Shares fell 1.62% to 377.10p in London on Friday as Brent crude closed at $105.33 a barrel. IAG is seeking government flexibility on airport slots to offset rising costs. The group is set to report first-quarter results on May 8.
April 25, 2026
British Airways Pilot Salary 2026: Pay Deal Vote Puts Strike Risk And CEO Pay In Focus
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British Airways Pilot Salary 2026: Pay Deal Vote Puts Strike Risk And CEO Pay In Focus

British Airways pilots will vote next week on a 79-page pay proposal, raising the risk of strikes ahead of summer travel. The proposal offers a pay rise starting at 2.5% and rising to 4%, but unions say it would cut pension contributions and flying pay. BA reported a 2025 operating profit of £2.23 billion, while CEO Sean Doyle’s 2026 compensation is estimated at up to £5.6 million.
April 25, 2026
Jet2 Makes Major Summer Flight Price Promise As Fuel Fears Hit UK Holidays
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Jet2 Makes Major Summer Flight Price Promise As Fuel Fears Hit UK Holidays

Jet2 said Friday it will no longer add post-booking surcharges to flights or package holidays, guaranteeing the price paid at booking, with resort taxes excluded. The move comes as rivals including British Airways owner IAG raise fares to offset rising jet fuel costs. The UK government said airlines are not yet facing a jet fuel shortage but relaxed airport slot rules in case of future disruptions. Jet2 has 20 million seats on sale for summer 2026, up 8% from last year.
April 24, 2026
International Consolidated Airlines Group SA to Raise Fares as Jet Fuel Shock Hits British Airways Owner
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International Consolidated Airlines Group SA to Raise Fares as Jet Fuel Shock Hits British Airways Owner

IAG will raise ticket prices to offset higher jet fuel costs but reports no supply interruptions. Shares in the British Airways owner fell 1.6% in late London trading. The move comes as airlines face rising fuel prices linked to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz blockage. IAG is 62% hedged on fuel for 2026 but says it is “not immune” to the wider market impact.
April 24, 2026
Lufthansa Axes 20,000 Summer Flights As Jet Fuel Shock Hits Europe
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Lufthansa Axes 20,000 Summer Flights As Jet Fuel Shock Hits Europe

Lufthansa will cut 20,000 short-haul flights through October, citing a surge in jet fuel prices linked to the Iran conflict. The airline said the move, already affecting 120 daily flights and suspending routes from Frankfurt to Bydgoszcz, Rzeszów, and Stavanger, will save over 40,000 metric tons of fuel. Capacity will drop by less than 1%. Passengers on affected routes have been notified.
April 24, 2026
Qantas Beats Virgin On Punctuality As Fuel Shock And Fare War Bite
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Qantas Beats Virgin On Punctuality As Fuel Shock And Fare War Bite

Qantas and QantasLink led Virgin Australia in March on-time arrivals and departures, according to new federal data. Qantas posted 81.9% on-time departures and 80.1% arrivals, ahead of Virgin’s 78.7% and 77.7%. Virgin had a lower cancellation rate at 1.8%, compared to Qantas’ 3.2%. The results come as Qantas launches a domestic fare sale and manages higher fuel costs.
April 24, 2026
Rolls-Royce Holdings plc lands Australia frigate and U.S. Coast Guard work as defence orders build
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Rolls-Royce Holdings plc lands Australia frigate and U.S. Coast Guard work as defence orders build

World Star Aviation and Magellan Aviation Group completed a deal for three Boeing 737-800s leased to Eastar Jet, while Aergo Capital sold a 737-800 on lease to Hainan Airlines to Inno One Group. Boeing delivered 143 commercial jets in Q1, outpacing Airbus’s 114. Boeing says first deliveries of the 737-7, 737-10, and 777-9 will come in 2027 amid ongoing supply constraints.
April 23, 2026
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