INFORMATIONALJan 06, 2026Why Aviation Careers Attract Students with Global MindsetsStudents with global perspectives see aviation as connecting the world. Every flight links economies, brings families back together, and moves cargo across continents. That connection matters to them.Read More →
NEWSJan 06, 2026KLM Cancels 92% of Amsterdam Flights in Historic Winter Storm CrisisThe European aviation network has been plunged into chaos as a relentless winter storm system, characterised by heavy snowfall and gale-force winds, has brought Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to a near-total standstill. As of the evening of January 6, 2026, flag carrier KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has effectively surrendered its hub operations to the elements, with cancellation rates for the upcoming flight bank soaring to a staggering 92%.Read More →
ROUTESJan 06, 2026Starlux Takes Delivery of First A350-1000 for US East Coast PushStarlux Airlines has officially entered a new era of ultra-long-haul travel. On January 6, 2026, the Taipei-based carrier took delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, marking a pivotal milestone in its aggressive strategy to conquer the North American market, specifically targeting the lucrative U.S. East Coast.Read More →
NEWSJan 06, 2026Smoke in Cockpit Prompts Urgent Diversion of Transavia Boeing 737A Transavia France Boeing 737-800, operating as Flight TO8098, was forced to make an emergency landing at Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) on the afternoon of Monday, January 5, 2026. The crew declared an in-flight emergency after reports of "suspicious smoke" Read More →
NEWSJan 06, 2026Qatar Airways Airbus A350 Immobilized at London Heathrow Following Nose Gear Steering FailureA Qatar Airways Airbus A350-1000 was immobilised on a primary runway at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on Sunday, January 4, 2026, following a critical steering malfunction during its arrival from Doha.Read More →
NEWSJan 05, 2026Cessna 172 Bursts into Flames After ‘Heavy Landing’ at Adelaide’s Parafield AirportEmergency services rushed to Parafield Airport (YPPF) today, January 5, 2026, following a dramatic aircraft accident that left a light plane engulfed in flames. Despite the intensity of the fire, which sent thick plumes of black smoke over Adelaide’s northern suburbs.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJan 05, 2026EU’s €15M Vision for the Future Multirole Light Aircraft (FMLA) by 2035The European Union has officially signalled its intent to develop a new class of low-observable, cost-effective combat aviation. In a move aimed at bridging the capability gap between high-end fifth-generation fighters and low-intensity mission requirements, the European Defence Fund (EDF) has allocated €15 million for the initial competition and design phase of the FMLA.Read More →
ROUTESJan 05, 2026AirBorneo Commences Rural & Regional FlightsA new era in Southeast Asian regional aviation has officially begun as AirBorneo (formerly MASwings) commenced its inaugural flight operations on January 2, 2026. The launch follows the successful completion of the legal and operational takeover of MASwings Sdn Bhd by the Sarawak state government from the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) on New Year's Day.Read More →
ROUTESJan 05, 2026LOT Polish Airlines Debuts New Boeing 737 MAX 8 CabinIn a milestone for Central and Eastern European aviation, LOT Polish Airlines officially placed its first Boeing 737 MAX 8 featuring a fully revamped cabin into commercial service on January 2, 2026. Read More →
STORIESJan 05, 2026Photo Essay: N874TW, The DOJ Jet That Brought Maduro to New YorkOn January 3, 2026, a Boeing 757 landed at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh, New York. This article outlines the history of the aircraft, and shows photos taken by planespotters of Maduro's landing in SWF.Read More →
