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Europe's new border rules could trigger airport chaos and three‑hour delays for non‑EU travellers

New EU immigration rules for third‑country nationals risk triggering major processing bottlenecks at European airports, with authorities warning of up to three‑hour waits for non‑EU travellers. Carriers and hub operators face terminal congestion, longer dwell times and strained staffing as checks are tightened.

2025-12-18T22:44:00.552338-08:00

Associated Press

Cessna Citation II crashes and erupts in fire at Statesville Regional Airport; multiple fatalities

2025-12-18T08:54:33.537334-08:00

The Points Guy

US carriers expand Summer 2026 networks: Alaska adds seven nonstops from ANC/PDX; American unveils 15 new domestic routes

2025-12-18T08:13:13.275283-08:00

Aviation Week

Aena buys majority of Infrabridge holding for £270m, taking 51% of Leeds Bradford and 49% of Newcastle

2025-12-18T08:32:25.552652-08:00

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The Points Guy

United matches American at ORD, adding Erie (ERI), Lincoln (LNK) and Tri‑Cities (TRI) for Summer 2026 United Airlines will add nonstop service from Chicago O’Hare to Erie (ERI), Lincoln (LNK) and Tri‑Cities (TRI), mirroring American’s recent route announcements. United plans to resume Erie next summer and begin Tri‑Cities service in June 2026, intensifying the hub rivalry at ORD.

2025-12-19T11:21:00.277244-08:00

United matches American at ORD, adding Erie (ERI), Lincoln (LNK) and Tri‑Cities (TRI) for Summer 2026

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U.S. state seeks to bar airlines operating ICE deportation charters from state tax breaks A U.S. state is moving to bar airlines that operate Immigration and Customs Enforcement deportation charters from qualifying for state tax breaks, escalating legal and political scrutiny of carriers that contract with ICE and potentially complicating airport partnerships and incentives.

2025-12-19T10:48:42.071030-08:00

U.S. state seeks to bar airlines operating ICE deportation charters from state tax breaks

AeroTime

Changi opens immersive Terminal 5 exhibition showcasing future terminal design and AI demos Changi Airport has opened an immersive exhibition revealing Terminal 5’s design, innovations and AI-led concepts through interactive displays. The showcase previews passenger flows, operational technology and experiential features planned for the new terminal, letting visitors engage with digital mock-ups, automation demonstrations and future retail and wayfinding ideas.

2025-12-19T06:06:13.900604-08:00

Changi opens immersive Terminal 5 exhibition showcasing future terminal design and AI demos

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Avelo to be inaugural carrier at McKinney, Texas commercial airport Avelo Airlines has signed a use-and-lease agreement with Dallas McKinney to become the inaugural commercial carrier at the new McKinney, Texas airport, committing to operate scheduled passenger service when the facility completes construction and marking the first airline commitment to the site.

2025-12-19T05:51:44.633053-08:00

Avelo to be inaugural carrier at McKinney, Texas commercial airport

Airport World

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Heathrow to invest £1.3bn in 2026 under H7 plan to upgrade terminals, baggage and passenger services Heathrow will deploy £1.3bn ($1.7bn) in 2026 as part of its five‑year H7 regulatory programme, funding a Terminal 4 overhaul plus works in Terminal 2, baggage system upgrades, passenger service improvements and a new Tailored Travel Guide for travellers with access needs.

2025-12-19T03:07:52.254436-08:00

Heathrow to invest £1.3bn in 2026 under H7 plan to upgrade terminals, baggage and passenger services

travelandtourworld.com

Severe storms at Dubai force widespread cancellations as Emirates and flydubai urge early arrival Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain across the UAE forced widespread flight cancellations and delays at Dubai International and other airports, disrupting services from India, Saudi Arabia and the UK. Emirates and flydubai urged passengers to arrive early, check in online and use self‑service amid water‑logged roads and limited airport access.

2025-12-19T02:36:54.221742-08:00

Severe storms at Dubai force widespread cancellations as Emirates and flydubai urge early arrival

Aviation Week

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Air Transat to launch seasonal Toronto–Tirana nonstop from June 18, 2026 — first direct North America–Albania link Air Transat will operate a seasonal, once‑weekly nonstop between Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Tirana (TIR) beginning 18 June 2026, creating the only direct connection between North America and Albania. The route is part of the carrier’s Summer 2026 international network additions.

2025-12-19T02:36:40.141661-08:00

Air Transat to launch seasonal Toronto–Tirana nonstop from June 18, 2026 — first direct North America–Albania link

fox13memphis.com

Memphis Airport to Be Renamed Frederick W. Smith International Pending FAA Approval The Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority said Thursday it will rename Memphis International Airport Frederick W. Smith International to honor the late FedEx founder; the change is contingent on formal approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. The new name becomes official once the FAA signs off.

2025-12-18T23:34:06.638221-08:00

Memphis Airport to Be Renamed Frederick W. Smith International Pending FAA Approval