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1. Why your outfit choice could bar you from boarding flights

Jet2, Ryanair, TUI and Easyjet passengers face being banned from flights - due to an outfit choice. A flight attendant and airline worker has revealed the real reason your outfit could get you banned from the plane this summer....

2. Cyprus-Greece ferry service resumes for third year

The Cyprus-Greece maritime passenger connection is set to resume for the third consecutive year, subsidized by the state following approval from the European Commission, ...

3. Boeing's engine cowling detaches mid-takeoff, strikes wing

US airline regulators have launched an investigation after an engine cowling on a Boeing plane fell off during takeoff and struck the wing flap, the latest in a series of safety problems facing the aircraft manufacturer. ...

4. Boat spotted off Cape Greco carrying 22 migrants

Another boat with irregular migrants was spotted around 12:25 by radar in the maritime area of Cape Greco, a picturesque stretch of coastline known for its rugged cliffs and clear blue waters. ...

5. America's airports finally win the restroom race

After a decade-long slump, American airports are celebrating a resurgence in restroom excellence....

6. Mykonos faces tourism crisis amid declining numbers

Despite promising signs for other parts of the country as regards the number of flights and seat bookings for the 2024 tourism season, Mykonos is seeing a decline in both indices for the second year in a row. ...

7. Court denies payouts to Helios crash victims' families

The Court of Appeal, in a majority decision, dismissed the appeals of the children of two deceased passengers of the ''Helios'' airline, who sought compensation from the Republic of Cyprus for the loss of their parents....

8. Is self-service security screening the wave of the future?

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is set to test a self-service screening system at Harry Reid International Airport, challenging the trend of major retailers scaling back on self-checkout options....

9. MH370: Captain's mass murder-suicide shock twist

Explosive documents unveiled last-minute alterations to the doomed MH370 flight that disappeared a decade ago, raising suspicions of intentional actions by the captain in a shocking mass murder-suicide. ...

10. United Airlines loses tire, damages cars below

A United Airlines flight faced a dramatic emergency landing on Thursday after one of its tires fell off midflight, causing damage to several cars in a San Francisco parking lot. ...

11. Strike in Greece leaves passengers stranded on 33 flights

Thirty three flights to Greece (16 arrivals and 17 departures) are impacted by tomorrow's strike of air traffic controllers in Greece. The flights concern destinations Athens and Thessaloniki....

12. Cyprus tourism faces headwinds in 2024

According to an article by Maria Eracleous published in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki, the tourism sector in Cyprus is grappling with a challenging start to 2024, primarily attributed to the ongoing conflict in Israel and heightened price sensitivity impacting travel demand....

13. Cyprus Airways launches direct flights from Larnaca to Brussels

Today marks a milestone for Cyprus Airways as the airline proudly announces the commencement of flights between Larnaca and the vibrant city of Brussels twice a week. ...

14. Cyprus Airways bolsters fleet with environmentally friendly AIRBUS 220s

In a strategic move aimed at enhancing operational capacity and embracing sustainability, Cyprus Airlines acquired two state-of-the-art AIRBUS 220s in July....

15. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

16. Wizz Air soars to new heights with 71% increase in Cypriot passengers

In 2023, Wizz Air experienced a remarkable surge in popularity among Cypriot travelers, with a staggering 71% increase in passengers compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 2.2 million passengers, as announced by the company....

17. Virgin Atlantic flight forced to stop due to missing parts of the wing

A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to New York faced a last-minute cancellation as a vigilant passenger discovered faulty bolts on the plane's wing. ...

18. Wizz Air forced to pay £1.2m in compensation

Thousands of passengers have scored a significant victory against budget airline Wizz Air, as the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) reveals a landmark compensation payout of £1.2 million....

19. iPhone survives 5,000-meter fall from Boeing

In a dramatic turn of events for aviation giant Boeing, the anticipation surrounding the approval of new models of its best-selling MAX jet has been overshadowed by a mid-air breach that has thrust the planemaker into the regulatory spotlight....

20. Video exposes terrifying collision at Haneda airport

Renowned expert Ed Galea has shared a chilling video on his Linkedin account, providing a firsthand look at the initial moments of a collision between a commercial aircraft and a coast guard plane at Tokyo's Haneda airport....

21. Thousands flee as Iceland's volcano roars to life

Molten rock is putting on a fiery show in Iceland as a volcano erupts following weeks of seismic activity. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reports lava spewing from a 3.5km crack in the Reykjanes peninsula, triggering rapid growth....

22. Cyprus Airways connects the Island to the heart of Europe

Cyprus Airways announced today that it will be commencing twice weekly services, every Monday and Thursday, between Larnaca and Brussels International Airport, on the 5th of February. These will be increased to three weekly flights as from Summer 2024....

23. UNIC research on cruise ship ventilation suggests ways to minimise viral spread

The study published in Physics of Fluids suggests that simply higher ventilation rates do not result in safer cabin conditions for passengers and crew...

24. Disturbance on London-Cyprus flight leads to passenger's arrest

A video capturing the arrest of a passenger on a flight from London to Larnaca has gone viral, showcasing a disruptive incident that unfolded upon the plane's arrival at Larnaca airport....

25. Gulf Air soars to new heights with additional flights

In a strategic move to bolster its European operations, Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced an increase in the number of flights to Larnaca and Athens....

26. Larnaca airport lost luggage sale raises alarms

In a concerning turn of events, a Facebook page operating under the name ''Larnaca Airport'' has recently surfaced, enticing internet users to purchase allegedly lost luggage from Larnaca Airport. ...

27. Greek Government's €85.4M move shakes Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines on Monday announced that the Hellenic Republic submitted notification of its intention to exercise the rights granted by all the warrants it holds concerning the company’s shares on November 3, 2023....

28. 'Standing pods' and 'robot flight attendants' on 2050 airline cabins

Artificial intelligence can be brutally honest and play up to stereotypical views - as Irish budget airline Ryanair found out recently....

29. IATA's OneID sees a passport-free future in air travel

Recent strides in digital identity technology are reshaping the landscape of air travel, offering the promise of a streamlined and secure experience without the hassle of passports and boarding passes. ...

30. Riot erupts in Russia as hundreds storm airport over Israel flight arrival

Hundreds of people stormed into the main airport in Russia’s Dagestan region and onto the landing field Sunday, chanting antisemitic slogans and seeking passengers arriving on a flight from Tel Aviv, Israel, Russian news agencies and social media reported....