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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.

Business

Air Astana CEO reveals plans to boost market value

Air Astana’s share prices have dropped dramatically since its IPO in February 2024. CEO Peter Foster speaks exclusively to Euronews, revealing how the passenger carrier plans to lift its market value.

Travel News

Passengers face disruption as Air India inspects aircraft after crash

Air India is grappling with major flight disruptions after a fatal crash triggered intensified safety inspections on its Boeing 787 fleet.

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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?

Moments

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.

Moments

These hidden flight fees can add hundreds to your ticket price

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

Travel News

Airlines cancel flights amid continuing Israel-Iran conflict

A number of airlines have cancelled or suspended services to the Middle East due to escalating conflict in the region.

Travel News

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.

Business

Wizz Air sees income hit by engine issues and grounded aircraft

CEO József Váradi said the airline had shown resilience in a context where “rare challenges” had become “recurrent”.

Europe News

UK trade minister keen to use EU e-gates ‘as soon as possible’

Jonathan Reynolds to deliver a keynote address during summit on economic security in Brussels on Thursday, he spoke to Euronews at the UK residence in Brussels.

Travel News

Swiss trims summer schedule as pilot crisis spreads across Europe

Switzerland’s national carrier isn’t the only European airline cutting summer flights.

Europe in Motion

Which airlines suffered the most delays and cancellations in 2025?

Ryanair and EasyJet had the most delays overall but have better rates than many major carriers. The new data comes as the EU prepares to change air passenger rights after 10 years of negotiations.

Business

Ryanair CEO eyes multi-million euro bonus as share price stays high

Michael O’Leary, the CEO of Ryanair, is currently one of the wealthiest businessmen in Ireland and has led the airline since 1994.

Business

Ryanair denies claims flights will soon offer 'cheaper standing seats'

A series of recurring viral posts has falsely claimed that Ryanair and other low budget airlines will soon use 'standing' saddle seats, though the airline has denied this.

Travel News

Consumer groups file complaint against ‘abusive’ hand luggage charges

The consumer groups argue that the fees for hand luggage contravene a ruling from more than a decade ago by the European Court of Justice.

Business

EasyJet loss widens but UK budget airline confirms its 2025 targets

EasyJet’s shares fell after the British airline reported higher losses than a year ago despite increased revenues and strong traffic.

Business

Qatar Airways posts record €1.98 billion profit in latest earnings

The holding company that owns Qatar Airways reported on Monday it earned a $2.15 billion (€1.98bn) profit in its last fiscal year, its highest-ever profit off the back of record passenger numbers as global aviation bounces back after the coronavirus pandemic.

Business

Ryanair faces turbulence as airfares decline while costs increase

The airline experienced a 7% drop in average fares for the past financial year, while operating costs such as staff expenses rose.

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.