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France, Japan, China: Where are the world’s most beautiful airports

The award prioritises “intelligent sustainability” in airport design.

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Flight chaos in Italy: what happened and how to claim reimbursement

On Saturday evening, 320 flights were cancelled or diverted in north-eastern Italy due to a systems failure at Milan's Linate airport. A passenger told Euronews about his misadventure, while associations remind us that refunds are available.

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EU votes to make hand luggage for air passengers free of charge

Airlines will not be allowed to charge passengers any additional fees for carrying hand luggage on board.

EU Decoded

Is it possible to balance the interests of air passengers and airlines?

The legal reform of air passenger rights in the EU is causing controversy. The changes to the regulations introduce new measures, such as allowing airlines to charge for hand luggage. This episode explains what to expect when flying within the EU.

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East-West Connect

Kazakhstan’s aviation is set to triple—what’s behind the surge?

In partnership with MDQ

Positioned between Europe and East Asia, Kazakhstan is fast emerging as a ‘midway hub.’ With its aviation sector set to triple over the next decade, what’s fuelling the take-off?

Experiences

Experts on why the Air India crash shouldn’t make you scared of flying

If you’re a nervous flyer, here’s reassurance from industry specialists, plus a guide to the world’s safest airlines.

Experiences

These hidden flight fees can add hundreds to your ticket price

In some cases, passengers have no choice but to purchase these “optional” services.

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Why airlines are less likely to lose your luggage this summer

Mishandled baggage still costs airlines an average of $5 billion (€4.3 billion) each year.

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Iconic Goodyear airships honoured a century after first flight

Goodyear's iconic airships are taking to the skies over an Ohio city this week to mark 100 years since the company's first branded blimp took flight.

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Revamp of UK’s airspace to make flying quicker and quieter

The new UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS) will be fully operational by the end of 2025, according to the UK’s Department for Transport.

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This country is now fining air passengers who stand up too early

The practice not only disrupts other passengers, but also poses a safety risk.

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Flights cancelled and delayed at Paris-Orly airport for second day

Airlines have been asked to reduce flights by 15 per cent on Monday but despite these preventative measures, delays are still likely.

Destinations

When is the best time to book a flight to save money this summer?

Choosing the right dates to travel over summer can also save you hundreds.

Voices from Central Asia

From dream to cockpit: how Temirlan Zhunussov became a pilot

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Voices from Central Asia, we meet Temirlan Zhunussov, a First Officer at Air Astana, whose passion for flying took off long before he ever set foot on a plane.

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Strikes expected to cause travel disruption this Easter weekend

Holidaymakers with flights from the UK and hotels in Tenerife should prepare for possible disruption.

Mobility

China's Concorde: What we know about new jet sparking supersonic race

Chinese media reported that the C949 would have a 50 per cent range boost over the retired Concorde and fly with a noise level like a blowing hairdryer.

Experiences

A pilot explains why you shouldn’t be scared of ‘dangerous airports’

Challenging airport conditions mean flights are more prone to turbulence, bumpy landings and delays.

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Ryanair launches €79 annual flight subscription service

While subscription services might save travellers money, they are also a way to persuade more people to fly - which is bad news for the planet.

Eco-Innovation

EVs will save Europe 8 coal power plants worth of emissions this year

One in five new cars sold in the EU this year will have zero tailpipe emissions. How did we get here?

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British Airways and Ryanair named worst airlines by UK consumer group

A survey has named and shamed the best and worst airlines operating to and from the UK, and the results are surprising.