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Ryanair criticizes EU over air traffic control disruptions

Dhaka, Sept. 7 -- On 3 September 2025, budget carrier Ryanair issued a statement holding the European Commission and national governments responsible for widespread flight delays affecting millions of... Read More


Dubai introduces biometric 'Red Carpet' for travelers

Dhaka, Sept. 7 -- Dubai international airport, the world's busiest hub for international passengers, has unveiled the first-ever AI-powered 'Red Carpet' corridor - a groundbreaking system that lets tr... Read More


IndiGo Abu Dhabi flight returns to Kochi after technical snag

Dhaka, Sept. 7 -- An Abu Dhabi-bound IndiGo flight returned to Kochi early on Saturday (September 6) due to a technical snag after being airborne for over two hours, the flight operator said. The fli... Read More


China offers 1-year visa-free travel to Russian citizens

Dhaka, Sept. 4 -- China announced on Tuesday (September 3) that it would grant a visa exemption to Russian citizens holding ordinary passports for stays of up to 30 days, effective from September 15, ... Read More


Gulf air announces new direct route to New York

Dhaka, Sept. 3 -- Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, will launch its first transatlantic route with a direct Bahrain-New York service starting 1 October 2025. The landmark move positions Bahr... Read More


New Delhi named routes Asia 2027 host

Dhaka, Sept. 3 -- New Delhi has been announced as the host city for the 23rd edition of Routes Asia, the leading air service development forum for the Asia-Pacific region. The event will be hosted by... Read More


Foreigners must carry passports in Bali

Dhaka, Sept. 2 -- Foreign visitors to Bali are now required to carry their passports at all times as Indonesian immigration authorities increase random spot checks across the island. This measure fol... Read More


DXB rolls out smart security systems

Dhaka, Sept. 2 -- In a significant move to strengthen aviation security, the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), in partnership with the Dubai Police General Command, has officially launched the Di... Read More


Islamabad airport ops handed to UAE

Dhaka, Sept. 1 -- Pakistan's government has approved the transfer of operations at Islamabad International Airport to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in a move aimed at boosting efficiency and improvi... Read More


Indian air travel to rise 7pc per year

Dhaka, Sept. 1 -- Passenger traffic at Indian airports is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7pc between FY2025 and FY2027, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. This m... Read More