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Video of German pilot fired for refusing to spray chemtrails is satire

Social media users are sharing a spoof news package in which a former Lufthansa pilot is suing the company for unfair dismissal after he refused to release chemtrails over the public.

10/12/2024

Business

Lufthansa reaches deal to secure stake in Italy's ITA Airways

The Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance has revealed that it has reached a deal with Germany's Lufthansa Group for a 49% stake in ITA Airways.

12/11/2024

Business

Alitalia to lay off more than 2,000 remaining staff as end nears

Italian media reports earlier said merger talks with Lufthansa had stalled after Italian authorities refused Lufthansa's suggestions to adjust the price for a 41% stake in Alitalia successor ITA Airways.

11/11/2024

Business

Lufthansa Group reports stronger earnings after healthy summer travel

Lufthansa Group has announced an increase in revenue for the past quarter, boosted by robust summer travel demand. However, cost surges and delays in aircraft deliveries continued to affect the group.

29/10/2024

Experiences

Could first class flights soon be a thing of the past?

While numerous airlines are saying goodbye to first class, some - especially in Europe - are investing more heavily than ever into the luxury cabins.

17/10/2024

Germany

US fines Lufthansa €3.6m over treatment of Jewish passengers

The group of 128 passengers were denied boarding on a flight in Frankfurt in 2022 after flying to Germany from New York.

16/10/2024

Experiences

Are free flight upgrades real or just in the movies?

From ice-cream sundae carts to mimosas and warm nuts, the perks of first class taste better when they’re free.

08/10/2024

Travel News

What does the Iran airspace closure mean for air travel?

Diversions can add hours to journey times for passengers.

02/10/2024

Business

Turbulence set to continue at Lufthansa over the next few months

The airline has launched a turnaround programme that will focus on raising revenue, improving productivity and enhancing customer experience.

31/07/2024

Europe News

Up, up and away! Lufthansa secures EU nod to buy stake in ITA Airways

The European Union says that a merger between the two airlines will not breach antitrust rules.

03/07/2024

Travel News

This European airline is the latest to charge an environmental fee

it is one of the first in Europe to introduce a fee like this but it could be a sign of things to come from other airlines.

26/06/2024

Travel News

Inside Germany’s new airline launching this June

Germany's new airline launches this month. Here’s where it will fly to.

17/06/2024

Business

Lufthansa close to getting go-ahead for Italy's ITA Airways deal

Lufthansa wants the move to strengthen its position in Europe's fast-growing aviation market. It has assured the EU that the takeover will not have adverse effects on fair competition on long-haul routes.

14/06/2024

Europe News

Trade unions push Brussels to approve Lufthansa’s €325m ITA buy

EU antitrust officials are worried the takeover of the former Alitalia fleet could raise prices and cut choice on flights to central Europe and the US.

28/05/2024

Business

Lufthansa sees losses extend in Q1 weighed down by strikes

Despite a disappointing first quarter, the airline expects a record summer boosted by leisure as well as business travellers, leading to more plans to expand the company’s long-haul routes.

30/04/2024

Experiences

Love luxury travel? Fly first class with these airlines

Ranked: First class seating, food and the airport experience.

03/04/2024

Travel News

Travel chaos in Germany as new strikes announced

Airport and rail workers have announced walkouts, just days after similar strikes caused disruption across Germany.

11/03/2024

Business

First post-pandemic dividend for Lufthansa as profits soar

Europe's biggest airline says 2023 provided the third-best financial result in the history of the group.

07/03/2024

Germany

Millions of travellers stuck as transport union members strike

Rail and air workers' unions are threatening to resort to even more disruptive striking tactics in the future.

07/03/2024

Travel News

Frankfurt and Hamburg: No departures from major airports due to strike

How to find out if your flight or train is cancelled and how to rebook or get a refund.

05/03/2024