NEWSOct 18, 2023Lebanese Aviation Affected as Middle East Tensions RiseThe current situation in the Middle East has understandably had a major effect on the aviation industry. Lebanon is the latest country to be affected as escalating tensions have led to various preventative actions being taken by local and international entities.
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INFORMATIONALOct 09, 2023Analyzing Airline Operations in War-Torn Countries: Libya and YemenWe live in a time when countries all over the world are engulfed in some sort of conflict. War, in particular, has devastated various nations. Based on that information, it makes one wonder: How do flight operations continue in war-torn countries?Read More →
NEWSOct 07, 2023Flights Cancelled as Attacks Continue in Israel A new conflict has broken out between Israeli and Palestinian forces in Israel, forcing commercial aviation to come to a screeching halt in Israel. Ben Gurion Airport is currently the only airport still operating, with Israeli Airlines the only carriers permitted to fly out of the country. Read More →
NEWSSep 26, 2023Does Politics Affect International Flights and Tourism?Aviation benefits society by connecting people, cultures, and businesses across long distances. However, economic and political issues between countries can significantly impact aviation's ability to unite people. Let's take a deeper look at how geopolitical issues affect aviation, through three case studies.
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NEWSSep 26, 2023Does Politics Affect International Flights and Tourism?Aviation benefits society by connecting people, cultures, and businesses across long distances. However, economic and political issues between countries can significantly impact aviation's ability to unite people. Let's take a deeper look at how geopolitical issues affect aviation, through three case studies.Read More →
STORIESAug 02, 2023Blown Sky-High: The Effects of the Russia and Sudan Conflicts on Aviation Insurance CostsAirlines need insurance for their aircraft to deal with the potential consequences of operating flights. The need for insurance has become more prominent in recent years due to a variety of conflicts around the world, including wars in Ukraine and Sudan.Read More →
NEWSJun 09, 2023Sudan Lengthens Airspace ClosureSudan has extended its airspace closure to June 15th. The military and paramilitary within the country are still at war with each other, with no signs of stopping.Read More →
NEWSJun 07, 2023Air India 777 Diverts to Russian City Following Engine ProblemsOn June 6, an Air India Boeing 777-200LR, possibly with U.S. citizens onboard, was forced to divert to a Russian airport after a technical issue with one of the aircraft's engines. Read More →
NEWSJun 04, 2023New U.S. Flights Operated by Chinese Airlines to Avoid Russian AirspaceChinese airlines are starting to avoid flying over Russian airspace for flights to the US. This suggests that China is looking to improve its relationship with the US as geopolitical tensions increase.Read More →
NEWSMay 22, 2023First Flight from Russia to Georgia Causes Rising TensionsDirect flights have resumed between Russia and Georgia amid protests and sharp criticism from the South Caucasus nation's president. Russia has also decided to ease Visa requirements for GeorgiansRead More →