Aviation/Aerospace sector

No-fly zone for US-Iran talks disrupted flights at Zurich airport, authorities say

The glitch occurred following the integration of a restricted zone over Buergenstock, the Swiss mountain resort where negotiations are taking place.

International departure fee goes up to $44 at 6 Thai airports from June 20

The six airports covered by the new rate are Suvarnabhumi (above), Don Mueang, Chiang Mai, Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai, Phuket and Hat Yai.

‘Last ride’: US says goodbye to Air Force One as Qatari jet awaits

The ageing aircraft is one of two heavily modified 747s that entered service in 1990 and are designated Air Force One when the president is aboard.

UAE airlines offer expanded insurance after Iran conflict

Dubai’s flagship airline Emirates announced travel insurance that includes extended medical coverage, including in the event of conflict, as well as coverage for cancellations, delays, lost luggage and emergency evacuations.

Formula One records 35% drop in carbon footprint since 2018

Formula One F1 - Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - June 14, 2026 general view after the start of the race REUTERS/Nacho Doce

Changi Airport uses less water, electricity despite handling record passenger numbers

Changi Airport is home to the nation’s largest single-site rooftop solar panel system, with a capacity of almost 40 megawatt-peak.

Air India crash: One year on, no final report timeline as families seek answers

People observe a moment of silence as they attend the memorial ceremony during the first anniversary of Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash on June 12, 2025, at B.J. Medical College and Civil hospital in Ahmedabad, India, June 12, 2026. REUTERS/Amit Dave

Pakistan says all aboard military helicopter killed in crash in Pakistani Kashmir

Pakistani Army officers and people offer prayers as they attend the funeral of the victims, who died after an Mi-17 helicopter of Pakistan Army Aviation crashed near Muzaffarabad on Wednesday during take-off, in Muzaffarabad, Pakistani Kashmir, June 11, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone. REUTERS/Naseer ud Din

Saudi’s new national carrier gets off ground despite war, delays

A London-bound Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Riyadh Air’s white and lavender livery took off at 2.30am.

Air Canada pilot accused of flying for 17 years without proper licence

Air Canada said in a statement that passenger “safety was not compromised” by Geoff Wall’s actions, because pilots are put through flight training every six months.

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