Industry News

The World's Fastest Growing Airline

HK Express has been recognized as the fastest-growing airline of 2024 by global travel data provider OAG.

Airlines That Went Bust or Restructured in 2024

The aviation industry again faced significant turbulence in 2024, with 14 airlines ceasing operations due to financial challenges and market dynamics. We look at the airlines that went bankrupt and those that rebranded or restructured in 2024.

Malaysia Airlines New A330 Grounded: Airbus and Rolls-Royce To Blame

Malaysia Airlines has temporarily grounded its first and only Airbus A330-900neo after completing just two round-trip flights. Multiple technical defects emerged during its inaugural passenger flight to Melbourne on December 19, 2024.

Korean Air celebrates 30 years of connecting Korea and China

Korean Air has celebrated 30 years of connecting Korea and China with commemorative events at four major Chinese airports across its network.

Airline Ratings Editor Wins Best Feature Award!  

Airline Ratings writer Chris Frame has been acknowledged as Aviation Feature writer of the Year by the Australasian Airline Press Club, for a feature story he wrote for Airline Ratings.  Frame’s story, “How The Jet Airliner Eclipsed Ocean Liners”, explored the impact that jet airliners made on global travel, eclipsing ocean liners which had dominated transport for a century.  

OAG Reveals the Busiest Airline Routes of 2024

OAG has released its busiest international and domestic airline route for 2024. Hong Kong (HKG) to Taipei (TPE) takes the crown with an impressive 6.8 million seats. See the other top routes.

Riyadh Air: Can Saudi Arabia's New Airline Rival Gulf Giants Without Serving Alcohol?

Can Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s bold new luxury airline, compete with Gulf giants like Emirates and Qatar Airways while likely remaining alcohol-free?

Juneyao Air Launches Flights to Australia, Connecting Shanghai to Sydney

Juneyao Air has officially made its debut in Australia, Learn more about this airline and what you can expect on board.

Citilink Review

Citilink, an Indonesian low-cost carrier, positions itself as a budget-friendly option for travelers seeking simplicity. True to its no-frills philosophy, the airline delivers a bare-bones experience with 'oh so tight' seating but an affordable fare.

Thai Airways Economy Review

Thai Airways Economy Review

Emirates 'new' 777 Review

Overall flying Emirates Business Class is always an enjoyable and comfortable experience. The airline has touted the refreshed cabin as a “new product” and that was what this review was about - the new product. Contrary to expectations, Emirates chose the conservative approach, basically installing an updated version of the A380 Business Class seat on its 777s so whilst it’s a wonderful experience it is not a new experience.

AirAsia Indonesia Review

Business Class Super Squeeze On BA

Be warned, Business Class on British Airway’s European and domestic A320s is anything but and impossible to sit in properly if you are 6 foot 3 inches (193cm) tall like me.

Review: Fiji Airways ATR42-600

Domestic flights in Fiji are like steping back in time. Heres our review from Suva to Nadi on the ATR 42

Qatar back Rwanda as African Hub

With substantial financial backing from Qatar, Rwanda is positioning itself to become a prominent aviation hub in Africa.

Flying with Young Kids: A Qantas vs. Virgin Australia Showdown

So, you've decided to take the plunge and fly with your toddler. First off, I salute your bravery! My best advice? Don't do it! But let's be real—that's hardly practical so to help you make a decision when flying regionally or short haul in Australia I took my newly turned 3 year old on a 2.5 hour flight with QantasLink and Virgin Australia.

VIRGIN AUSTRALIA ORDERS NEW AIRCRAFT TYPE

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines is to get eight Embraer E190-E2 aircraft, that will be the quietest and most fuel-efficient aircraft in its class to serve the huge FIFO and regional market.

Singapore Airlines A380 Business Review

Singapore Airlines A380 Review in Business Class. We share the details of the business class seats, meals and in flight extras

Vietjet’s revenue grows by 15% in H1/2024

Vietjet marks its 200 millionth-passenger