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Southwest Airlines plans to introduce the Boeing 737 MAX 7 in March 2027, adding 13 seats per aircraft and modern cabin features to replace older planes.

Air Transat has ceased operations to seven international cities in 2026, including services to Cuba, Mexico, Iceland, and Orlando, as rising fuel costs impact the airline’s network.

A United Airlines Boeing 757 declared a fuel emergency after aborting its landing at San Francisco International Airport on Friday morning.

United Airlines is investigating potential flights to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, though current sanctions blocking access to Russian airspace remain a significant hurdle for the carrier.

British Airways expands its long-haul network with four new routes from London Heathrow, including a return to Melbourne and new services to Tampa and Costa Rica.

A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 flight from the Cayman Islands to Texas declared a double emergency after landing gear issues forced fuel dumping, leaving just 10 minutes of fuel.

The FTC has ordered Delta, United, and JetBlue to explain their pricing methods amid concerns over AI-driven surveillance pricing.

Alaska Airlines is cutting 200 back-office jobs as it reports a $416 million loss for the first nine months of 2026, driven by high fuel prices and geopolitical pressures.

Dubai-based short-term rental operator Silkhaus is closing its holiday-home business in November 2026, citing the U.S.-Iran war and a sharp decline in international visitors.

The Walt Disney Company has laid off between 100 and 200 employees in its theme park division, with cuts largely focused on the Imagineering team.