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The new European flight routes launching this autumn and winter

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The world's longest non-stop flight is set for take off in 2027

Qantas’s long-awaited ‘Project Sunrise’ will see the world's longest non-stop passenger flight cover more than 16,000 kilometres between 19 and 22 hours.

Russia

Russian Tu-22M3 bomber crashes during training flight

Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber has crashed in the Irkutsk region during a training flight, amid reports of engine failure. The Defence Ministry said it was not carrying weapons and the crew ejected safely. Four people were taken to hospital.

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Fly around the globe with Google Earth’s new flight simulator

The new tool allows you to explore the world from above. However, it’s harder than it looks…

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Air passenger traffic has dropped in Europe. Here’s why

An industry group says that while marginal, the decline “marks a significant milestone” for Europe’s aviation sector.

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Business

Airbus and BMW partner with Mistral AI in Europe tech push

As European companies look for alternatives to US tech giants in the race for artificial intelligence, Airbus and BMW have both partnered with French startup Mistral AI to develop systems ranging from flight safety and defence technology to car crash simulations.

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AV geeks, you need to know about this new flight tracker

The alerts are triggered by things like altitude oscillation and squawk codes.

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Which airport was named the best in Europe for 2026?

The award comes as Prague Airport expands international connectivity, having launched new routes last year and earmarked for new long-haul paths to the US and Taiwan in 2026.

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EU air connectivity ‘flatlined’ in 2025, with route numbers growing 1%

Over 12 months, 1,281 routes were added – but 568 of these were relaunches of routes that were paused over the past decade.

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Portugal flight disruption fears grow ahead of nationwide strike

Holidaymakers heading to Portugal in June are being warned to expect delays and disruption as cabin crew, rail workers and metro staff prepare for a nationwide strike that could affect hundreds of flights and public transport services across the country.

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Getting to Kilimanjaro from Europe is about to get easier

Three airlines are launching routes – including one that starts in early June.

Space

Inside Europe’s flying lab: Scientists study life in zero gravity

Scientists in France are using parabolic "zero gravity” flights near Bordeaux to run experiments on everything from human balance to fluid shifts in the body.

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Turkey updates rules on power bank usage on flights

Airlines and destinations across the world are imposing limits on how many you can carry, and whether or not you can use them in-flight.

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This airline is launching bunk bed sleep pods on long-haul flights

Available on select flights between Auckland and New York, the four-hour sessions are priced from €248.

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Revealed: The world’s busiest airports for 2025

While only two European airports made the overall list, five made it onto the rankings for the busiest airports based on international arrivals and departures.

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Which airlines offer combined rail tickets and how do they work?

Booking a train ticket through your airline can take all the hassle out of onward travel, and will ensure you’re protected when things don’t go to plan.

Moments

These are the most elite travel experiences in the world

High-net-worth individuals can traverse the globe on the Four Seasons Jet or discover the real "white continent" with luxury camping experiences in Antarctica.