Initially soft launched for select countries in the Middle East, the ETA is now set to become mandatory for all foreign visitors from Europe, North America and beyond on 25 February, 2026. The ETA will last for two years, and can […]
Five airlines under Hanjin Group, including Korean Air Lines, said on the 23rd they will impose a blanket ban on the use of portable batteries on board. The revised portable battery policy will take effect on the 26th on domestic and […]
As Korean Air accelerates preparations for its integration with Asiana Airlines, the carrier has reopened a newly renovated Prestige East (Left) Lounge at Incheon International Airport—an early signal of how it plans to scale premium ground operations ahead of a […]
Turkish Airlines becomes the first global carrier to adopt Samsung’s SmartThings Find platform, allowing passengers to track checked luggage throughout their journey using Galaxy SmartTags and a mobile app. The airline also plans to expand Samsung’s SmartThings technology beyond baggage […]
From January 1, 2026, flight CX872 from Hong Kong to San Francisco will feature the Aria Suite, while CX873 will operate the westbound journey a day earlier. The route becomes the sixth long-haul deployment of the retrofitted 777, following London, […]
Emirates has joined a growing number of airlines in promising free, high-speed Starlink wifi to all passengers. The airline plans to install the SpaceX technology across its entire fleet in the next two years, kicking off with its Boeing 777 fleet […]
Hong Kong’s oneworld member Cathay Pacific has made its return to Adelaide with the launch of its thrice-weekly seasonal service connecting Hong Kong with the South Australian capital. The first flight took off from Hong Kong International Airport just before midnight […]
The new partnership will see Starlink technology fitted across BA’s short- and long-haul fleets, promising high-speed, low-lag internet in every cabin. The new system will be a significant step up. At present, British Airways only offers free wifi to passengers […]
Malaysia Airlines secured the award for Best Asia-Pacific Economy Class at the 2025 Business Traveller Awards. Its Enrich loyalty scheme was also named Best Asia-Pacific Frequent Flyer Programme. The double win underscores the flag carrier’s renewed focus on value, comfort […]
China’s National Immigration Administration (NIA) announced on Monday that the country’s 240-hour visa-free transit program will be expanded to five more ports in Guangdong Province, as part of China’s latest efforts to further deepen its opening-up policy. Three of the new […]