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Air New Zealand Skycouch Review
I’ll keep this short and sweet—the Skycouch is THE BEST value proposition in the sky , and I would personally choose it over Premium Economy. This review easily scores a 10/10, but keep reading to find out why!
Mar 18, 2025
Sharon Petersen
5 min read
American Airlines Crash Prelim Report Released: There were warning signs before the crash
During a Tuesday press conference, NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy called the flight patterns around DCA "an intolerable risk," citing the close proximity in which helicopters and commercial planes operate. She urged the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to take immediate action, saying, "It shouldn't take a tragedy to require immediate action."
Mar 11, 2025
Sharon Petersen
4 min read
Understanding IOSA: The IATA Operational Safety Audit
What is the IOSA audit and why is it so important in the AirlineRatings. com safety ratings? How much safer are these airines?
Mar 10, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
Airline Safety Report for 2024
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its 2024 Annual Safety Report. The industry delivered another year of strong overall performance on safety including showing improvements on the five-year average for several key parameters, but it took a step back from an exceptional performance in 2023.
Mar 10, 2025
Airline Ratings
8 min read
How to Find the Best Seats for Your Frequent Flyer Points
For frequent travellers and business professionals, flying business class represents the pinnacle of travel comfort and convenience. However, the steep price tag attached to premium cabins can be a significant barrier. That’s where iFLYflat—Australia’s #1 Points Travel Experts—steps in.
Mar 10, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
Vietnam Airlines Short Haul Business Class Review
On what was probably the coziest flight I’ve had in years, this return journey to Singapore was nothing short of ideal. It struck the perfect balance—not too much, not too little, just right. Today, I’ll share more about the comforts of flying Vietnam Airlines’ regional Business Class and why it’s the perfect short-haul option for you.
Mar 6, 2025
Nicholas Ling
7 min read
Global Pilot Shortage Intensifies as Airline Expansion and Retirements Surge
The aviation industry is facing an escalating pilot shortage, with new estimates projecting the need for 649,000-674,000 pilots between 2024 and 2043—significantly higher than previous forecasts
Mar 6, 2025
Airline Ratings
5 min read
Vietnam Airlines Business Class Review
Is Vietnam Airlines Business Class one of the best Business Class offering out there? In part 3 of our four part series we review Business Class and all its onboard delights
Feb 24, 2025
Nicholas Ling
6 min read
Vietjet Triumphs with Three Prestigious International HR Awards
Vietjet, the airline was honored with the titles of “Dream Company to Work For,” “Best Corporate Social Responsibility Practices,” and “Global Best Employer Brand.”
Feb 20, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
World's Best Airlines For 2025
AirlineRatings.com is pleased to announce the highly anticipated World’s Best Airline Awards for 2025. The World’s Best Airlines awards are centred on passenger comfort, feedback, and product consistency across an airline’s route network. These awards are not a popularity contest; rather, each airline is thoroughly evaluated based on what it offers passengers throughout its fleet and network.
Feb 8, 2025
Sharon Petersen
5 min read
Cabin Class Awards for 2025
The 2025 AirlineRatings World’s Best Airline Cabin Class Awards have recognized the top performers across Business Class, First Class, Premium Economy, and Economy. These awards highlight the airlines that offer the highest levels of comfort, service, and value for travellers within each cabin class.
Feb 8, 2025
Sharon Petersen
6 min read
Korean Air Crowned AirlineRatings Airline of the Year for 2025
AirlineRatings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating website, has announced Korean Air as its Airline of the Year for 2024.
Feb 8, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
Vietnam Airlines Economy Class Review
Our in depth review of Economy Class on Vietnam Airlines A321. This airline demonstrates great value for money, a niche spot in the market and comfort
Feb 6, 2025
Nicholas Ling
5 min read
Vietnam Airlines Premium Economy Review
Our honest review of Premium Economy on one of Southeast Asia’s largest carriers—and perhaps its biggest hidden gem, Vietnam Airlines.
Jan 28, 2025
Nicholas Ling
8 min read
The World's Fastest Growing Airline
HK Express has been recognized as the fastest-growing airline of 2024 by global travel data provider OAG.
Jan 7, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
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.
Jan 6, 2025
Airline Ratings
4 min read
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.
Dec 24, 2024
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
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.
Dec 23, 2024
Airline Ratings
2 min read
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.
Dec 20, 2024
Airline Ratings
2 min read
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.
Dec 19, 2024
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
