Power bank explodes in passenger's pocket at Qantas lounge
A routine business trip turned to terror when a passenger's power bank spontaneously combusted at a Qantas business lounge, setting his trousers ablaze and triggering emergency response.
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Qantas slammed for staff destroying sleep kits
Australia's national airline Qantas has been condemned after employees were caught deliberately destroying unused sleep kits in full view of passengers, sparking outrage and environmental concerns.
Delta Airlines launches major uniform fashion overhaul
Delta Airlines is soaring to new fashion heights with a complete uniform overhaul, introducing sophisticated new designs and colours for its 70,000 frontline staff in a major style transformation.
Budget airline shreds passenger's luggage
Shocking incident as holidaymaker discovers suitcase destroyed beyond repair after flight with budget carrier, sparking urgent warnings for travellers.
Qantas cancels flights for social media followers
Australian airline Qantas cancels flights for customers who booked tickets after following the airline on social media, sparking outrage and compensation demands.
Wizz Air to charge passengers based on weight
Budget airline Wizz Air announces new charges based on passenger weight and cabin baggage, sparking travel industry debate and passenger concerns.
Budget airline launches business-class style seats
A revolutionary new travel experience is coming to budget flights as one airline introduces premium seating with business-class comforts without the luxury price tag. Discover how your next flight could be transformed.
JetBlue cuts nearly third of routes in network shakeup
JetBlue announces sweeping cuts to its flight schedule, eliminating 17 routes including key Florida and international services, as airline industry faces ongoing challenges.
UK airline collapses: Hundreds of jobs axed, flights cancelled
A major British airline has collapsed into administration, resulting in mass redundancies and widespread flight cancellations, leaving passengers stranded and the travel industry reeling.
Jet2 crowned UK's most reliable airline
Jet2 soars above competitors as the UK's most dependable airline, while Wizz Air faces turbulence in latest aviation reliability rankings.
Trump blocks mandatory airline delay compensation
Exclusive: The Trump administration moves to block mandatory compensation for airline passengers facing lengthy delays, sparking outrage among consumer rights advocates.
EasyJet makes retired crew buy their old uniforms
Former easyJet staff reveal shocking requirement to purchase retired uniforms for school events and family occasions, sparking outrage across the aviation industry.
UK Airline Could Collapse Within Days - Passenger Warning
A major British airline faces imminent administration, putting thousands of passengers' travel plans at risk. Urgent warning issued for travellers with upcoming bookings.
Ryanair allows re-use of cancelled flight tickets
Ryanair announces revolutionary ticket flexibility allowing customers to re-use cancelled flight credits for future travel bookings in significant customer service enhancement.
BA removes Louis Theroux and Bob Vylan documentaries from flights
Exclusive: BA under fire for censoring award-winning documentaries featuring Louis Theroux and punk band Bob Vylan from its in-flight entertainment system, sparking free speech concerns.
Delta Airlines racism storm over passenger messaging app
Exclusive investigation reveals how a Delta Airlines passenger was subjected to racist remarks through the airline's 'So You' messaging system, raising serious questions about discrimination in air travel.
Lufthansa Wins World's Best Airline Award 2024
European aviation giant Lufthansa claims top honours at the World Travel Awards, beating global competitors to secure the coveted title of World's Best Airline for 2024.
Ryanair refused to transport stillborn baby's body
A grieving family's holiday nightmare as Ryanair denies transporting their stillborn baby's remains from Spain to the UK, sparking outrage and calls for policy reform.
Nut allergy nightmare on Qatar Airways flight
A British traveller with a life-threatening nut allergy reveals his horror experience aboard Qatar Airways, warning fellow passengers about airline food safety protocols and demanding better protection for allergy sufferers.
Julia Morris's airline nightmare: 'Treated like criminal'
TV star Julia Morris reveals shocking treatment by Australian airline staff, sparking outrage and calls for better passenger rights in the aviation industry.
Airlines Class Pets as Luggage - Welfare Concerns
Exclusive investigation reveals how major airlines classify pets as cargo rather than passengers, sparking animal welfare concerns and calls for regulatory reform.
Mum banned from flight over toddler's name ticket error
A British mother's dream holiday to Canada turned into a travel nightmare after her family was barred from boarding their flight due to a simple name discrepancy on her toddler's ticket.
Wizz Air Unveils Game-Changing 'Ultimate' Seat
Budget airline Wizz Air unveils revolutionary new seating option offering significantly more legroom and comfort at competitive prices, transforming the economy flight experience.
World's Best Economy Class With High-Tech Seats
Discover which airline has been crowned the world's best economy class, featuring revolutionary seats and gourmet meals that are transforming budget air travel.
Airline ditches gate bag sizers in luggage policy shake-up
A major US airline is revolutionising air travel by removing bag sizers from boarding gates, promising faster boarding and less passenger stress in a bold new policy shift.
Flight Fury: Passenger Meltdown Grounds Frontier Plane
Dramatic footage captures heated confrontation between passenger and airline staff over seating dispute, forcing plane to return to gate at Baltimore-Washington Airport.
Flight booking error adds 1,000 miles to Tokyo trip
A British traveller's dream trip to Japan turned into an unexpected global tour after a booking error added over 1,000 extra miles to his journey. Discover how his direct flight became a multi-stop marathon across Europe.
Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy Threat Reshapes UK Travel
Exclusive analysis reveals how Spirit Airlines' financial turmoil and new fee structures could impact transatlantic travel and create opportunities for UK carriers.
Braathens Airlines files for bankruptcy
Swedish regional carrier Braathens Airlines has entered bankruptcy, leaving passengers stranded and raising questions about airline stability in the current economic climate. Here's the full story and what it means for travellers.
Airlines With Smallest Seats Revealed
New research uncovers which airlines offer the least legroom and narrowest seats, with some carriers providing just 28 inches of pitch. Discover how major airlines compare in the battle for passenger space.
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