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Air India 787 crash
An Air India aircraft carrying 242 people has crashed in western India near the airport in Ahmedabad, according to statements from both the airline and local police.
Jun 12, 2025
Airline Ratings
4 min read
AirAsia offers to acquire Jetstar Asia
Following the announcement of Jetstar Asia’s (3K) impending closure, AirAsia Group has today confirmed its offer to acquire the Singapore-based low-cost carrier.
Jun 12, 2025
Airline Ratings
2 min read
Ex-Virgin Australia 737-800 Ends Up Tail-Down in Norway
Anyone else spotting a familiar tail? 👀 If you thought that looked like an old Virgin Australia aircraft—you're absolutely right.
Jun 12, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
Thai Airways Safety Rating Change
AirlineRatings has upgraded Thai Airways International’s safety rating citing renewed confidence in the airline’s financial stability and operational improvements
Jun 12, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
Qantas to close Jetstar Asia
It has been announced today that Jetstar Asia, the Qantas Group’s Singapore-based low-cost subsidiary will close in seven weeks
Jun 10, 2025
Airline Ratings
4 min read
Is this the Worst Business Class Seat in the Sky? A Look at British Airways A380
With this lack of privacy and dorect aisle access this British Airways Airbus A380 Business Class could be the worst out there
Jun 10, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
American Airlines Engine Fire Linked to Faulty Installation and Cracked Fan Blade, NTSB Finds
Federal investigators say an American Airlines plane that caught fire in March had a cracked engine fan blade and a component installed backward,
Jun 9, 2025
Airline Ratings
2 min read
Not Your Typical Budget Airline Trick: Meet AirAsia’s Fly-Thru
Discover AirAsia Fly-Thru, the little-known service that lets you connect flights seamlessly without the hassle of collecting bags or clearing immigration at transit hubs. Experience budget travel with full-service convenience across Asia and beyond.
Jun 8, 2025
Sharon Petersen
4 min read
The AirAsia 3 in 1
Do you know what the AirAsia 3-in-1 is? Flights, rideshare, and accommodation—all at the touch of a button, delivering efficiency, ease, and a big tick for sustainability.
Jun 7, 2025
Chris Parry
4 min read
Why You Need To Consider This Airline
Have you flown Vietnam Airlines? here are five reasons why you need to consider them for your next trip.
Jun 5, 2025
Sharon Petersen
5 min read
AirAsia Expands Australia–Asia Connectivity with More Flights and Seamless Connections
A specific focus on the growth of airasia, did you know there are now more destinations and connecting flights to make it cheaper and easier?
Jun 3, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
Navy Plane Crashes in South Korea
A South Korean Navy maritime patrol aircraft carrying four people has crashed near a military base in the southern city of Pohang. Deaths are expected
May 29, 2025
Sharon Petersen
1 min read
Korean Air employees lend helping hands in Nepal and Mongolia
Korean Air recently carried out a series of volunteer and environmental initiatives in Nepal and Mongolia, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to supporting global communities.
May 29, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
There’s a New Long-Haul, Low-Cost Player Coming
Vietjet’s ambitious new order for 20 Airbus A330-900 aircraft is more than just a fleet expansion. It’s a clear message to long-haul low-cost rivals like Scoot and AirAsia X: a new heavyweight is stepping into the ring.
May 27, 2025
Sharon Petersen
3 min read
We call 'BS' on these airline seats
Rumours of “standing-only” airline seats have been swirling for years, but Airline Ratings like many in the industry are calling BS on this concept and this is why.
May 27, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
IndiGo A321 Encounters Severe Hailstorm
IndiGo A321 from Delhi to Srinagar hit by hailstorm, damaging nose cone. Aircraft landed safely; all passengers and crew unharmed. Inspection underway.
May 22, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
Cathay Pacific Returns to Adelaide with New Non-Stop Flights and Award-Winning Experience
Cathay Pacific is strengthening its Southwest Pacific presence with the return of non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Adelaide from 11 November 2025.
May 22, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
What is Starlink Wi-Fi and Which Airlines Have It?
For years, airplane Wi-Fi was the digital equivalent of plastic cutlery—there, but barely usable. Expensive, slow, and frustrating, it felt like a step backward into the early 2000s. But that’s changing, and fast. The reason? A satellite internet system best known as Starlink.
May 22, 2025
Airline Ratings
3 min read
Air New Zealand's First Upgraded Dreamliner Takes Off
See inside the refurbished Air New Zealand 787 Dreamliner. The aircraft is due to start passenger service this may!
May 22, 2025
Sharon Petersen
2 min read
British Airways Pilot Error Sparked Gatwick Runway Fire
A fire on a British Airways plane that shut down Gatwick Airport’s main runway was caused by a critical pilot error, an investigation has revealed.
