QantasLink has announced a series of fleet improvements for its Western Australia operations, including cabin enhancements and the acquisition of Embraer E190 aircraft to replace aging Fokker 100s. According to AeroTime, Network Aviation will deploy refurbished Airbus A320 and A319 aircraft with onboard Wi-Fi, while also introducing new seats featuring USB charging ports and device holders.
Changi Airport has launched its first fleet of fully driverless autonomous tractors, following nearly a year of testing that covered more than 5,000 test trips. The deployment is part of Changi's broader innovation strategy to allow staff to be deployed to roles with higher skills.
A public spat has erupted between Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary and Elon Musk over in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity. Ryanair ruled out installing Starlink due to cost concerns and aerodynamic drag, while Musk criticized O'Leary's aviation expertise.
A Turkish Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Barcelona-El Prat Airport after a passenger created a bomb threat on their personal Wi-Fi hotspot. The incident occurred on January 15, 2026, and was treated as a potential security threat.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued seven new Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) warning pilots and airlines of potential military activity and navigation risks across parts of Latin America and the eastern Pacific. The NOTAMs, published on January 16, 2026, and set to expire in mid-March, cover multiple flight information regions off the coasts of Mexico, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador, as well as large sections of the eastern Pacific Ocean.
Qatari Performance Marines unveiled its new Ghost 7 unmanned surface vessel at DIMDEX 2026 in Qatar. The system is designed for both naval combat and ISR missions, with two primary configurations.
Elfly, a Norwegian electric seaplane developer, has secured a $200 million contract with UrbanLink for 10 NOEMI amphibious aircraft. The deal marks Elfly's entry into the US market, with CEO Eric Lithun aiming to bring the aircraft into service by 2030.
Sweden will deploy a Gripen fighter unit to Iceland in February and March 2026 to support NATO's incident preparedness mission. This is the first time Skaraborg Air Flotilla has participated with a fighter unit in a NATO operation, Breaking Defense reports.
Safran and Embraer have agreed to end their aircraft interior partnership in Chihuahua, Mexico, as Safran sells its stake in EZAir subject to regulatory approvals. According to AeroTime, the facility will be wholly owned by Embraer, while non-Embraer related engineering services activities will remain with Safran.
Dassault Aviation has released the second episode of its new aviation-themed comic book series, 'Les Ailes du temps – Volume 2 – Le Temps de l’Affrontement'. The story follows two protagonists who find themselves transported back in time to 1917.
The Czech Republic has ruled out donating its L-159 light combat aircraft to Ukraine, Prime Minister Andrej Babis said in a statement. The decision follows President Petr Pavel's suggestion that Prague could provide 'several medium combat planes' effective against drones in a relatively short time.
Windracers has been awarded a contract by the World Food Programme to support humanitarian efforts in Madagascar using its ULTRA MK2 drone. The drone will be used to deliver supplies, including food, to areas where traditional methods are challenging.
Ukraine has expanded its cooperation with Finnish synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operator ICEYE under a new agreement that broadens access to high-resolution radar imagery for day- and night-time tactical decision-making. The deal sustains a high volume of satellite imagery from ICEYE's SAR constellation, providing the Ukrainian Armed Forces with persistent situational awareness at operational tempo.
India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has fined IndiGo $2.6 million following a December 2025 operational meltdown that left over 300,000 passengers stranded. The regulator also warned top managers and required the airline to deposit $6 million into the 'IndiGo Systemic Reform Assurance Scheme'.
Saudi Arabia has kicked off the Spears of Victory 2026 multinational military exercise at the Air Warfare Center in the Kingdom's Eastern Region. The Royal Saudi Air Force is leading the exercise, which runs from January 18 to February 5, 2026, and involves 15 countries, including Pakistan, France, Italy, Greece, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, and the United Kingdom.
United Airlines flight 2323 experienced a mechanical issue upon landing at Orlando International Airport, resulting in the detachment of its nose wheel. The aircraft was grounded due to the incident, with passengers being bused to the terminal.
Ethiopian Airlines has celebrated the graduation of 457 aviation professionals from its owned academic center, Ethiopian Aviation University. The graduating class includes 58 pilots, 115 aircraft maintenance technicians, and 284 cabin crew members from 12 countries.
Saudia has introduced its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with a new, distinctive livery as part of efforts to encourage visitors to Saudi Arabia. In collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority, the aircraft features a 'Saudi, Welcome to Arabia' design.
AirAsia X has successfully completed the acquisition of AirAsia Berhad and AirAsia Aviation Group Limited from Capital A, ending a six-year consolidation process. The transaction consolidates all AirAsia-branded airlines under a single platform, while Capital A pivots to grow its non-aviation portfolio.
Air India and Singapore Airlines have signed a commercial cooperation framework agreement that sets the stage for deeper partnership between the two Star Alliance carriers. Following Pakistan's airspace ban in April 2025, Air India is exploring alternative routings through Singapore to preserve connectivity.