ReutersTim Hepher

Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point

Qantas is reportedly in talks with aircraft makers about a possible order for around 20 wide-body aircraft, with options including either Airbus or Boeing widebodies, according to industry sources. The discussions point to a near-term procurement decision shaping Qantas’ long-haul capacity and aircraft mix.

2026-06-04T10:56:14.900468-07:00
Associated PressWyatte Grantham-Philips

American Airlines temporarily suspends some of its summer routes due to steep jet fuel costs

By Associated Press: American Airlines is temporarily suspending some routes this summer due to steep jet fuel costs amid the war with Iran.

2026-06-04T08:57:34.784601-07:00
Paddle Your Own KanooMateusz Maszczynski

Israeli Airline Was Refused Permission to Land in Slovenia For Political Reasons in 'Violation' of European Open Skies Rules

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: The chief executive of Israeli charter airline Israir Airlines claims authorities in Slovenia refused permission for one of its planes to land in the capital, Ljubljana, for political reasons because, it is alleged, the government is protesting Israel’s actions in Gaza and across the Middle East.

2026-06-04T09:56:53.176324-07:00
BloombergSiddharth Philip

Lufthansa 787 Suffers Landing-Gear Failure at Frankfurt Gate

By Bloomberg: A Boeing Co. 787 airliner operated by Deutsche Lufthansa AG suffered a collapsed nose landing gear while parked at a gate at Frankfurt Airport on Thursday, injuring several people and causing damage to the almost factory-fresh airliner.

2026-06-04T05:13:12.674914-07:00