ROUTESFeb 02, 2026Porter Airlines Expands Network with Nonstop Flights from Ottawa to Miami and PhoenixEscaping the Canadian winter just became significantly easier. Following the successful launch of its Miami service on January 24, Porter is now counting down the days until February 7, when it will debut the first-ever nonstop connection between Ottawa and Arizona’s capital, Phoenix. These routes represent a milestone for the region, offering the only direct air links to these major U.S. hubs.Read More →
NEWSJan 29, 2026Trump to Decertify Bombardier Global Express Over Gulfstream DisputePresident Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the United States is moving to decertify Bombardier Global Express business jets. The declaration serves as the opening salvo in a high-stakes standoff over international aviation approvals following delays in Gulfstream G800 certification.Read More →
ROUTESJan 29, 2026Western Canada’s First Direct Gateway to the UAEAviation history was made at the base of the Calgary Tower this morning, January 29, 2026, as Etihad Airways and Calgary Airports officials gathered to announce the first-ever nonstop flight between Western Canada and the Middle East.Read More →
ROUTESJan 29, 2026Porter Airlines Expands 2026 Summer Schedule With New Nashville and Boston RoutesToronto-based Porter Airlines has officially unveiled its most ambitious summer schedule to date, marking a 20% increase in network capacity for 2026. The expansion, announced today, January 29, 2026, introduces a new cross-border service to Nashville and Boston, while significantly bolstering domestic connectivity from the airline's hubs in Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal.Read More →
ROUTESJan 28, 2026Air Canada Solidifies 2026 Hub Strategy with Quito Return and Expanded Year-Round Europe ServiceIn a significant move to cement its position as a premier global gateway, Air Canada has today, January 28, 2026, unveiled a major expansion of its international network. The carrier’s strategically bolstered winter 2026-27 schedule features the high-profile addition of Quito, Ecuador, the transition of key European routes to year-round serviceRead More →
NEWSJan 09, 2026Air Canada Doubles Down on Regional Strength with Major PAL Airlines ExpansionIn a strategic move to fortify its presence in Eastern Canada, Air Canada has officially announced its intent to significantly expand and extend its commercial partnership with PAL Airlines. As of January 8, 2026, the two carriers have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) that not only secures regional connectivity for the next decade but also introduces a substantial fleet expansion to meet rising demand in Québec and the Maritimes.Read More →
NEWSJan 09, 2026Portable Charger Catches Fire Mid-Flight, One Passenger InjuredAn Asiana Airlines Airbus A330 experienced an in-flight fire on Thursday while en-route to Hong Kong.Read More →
ROUTESJan 08, 2026Pivot Airlines Rebrands to Great North Airlines to Spearhead Canada’s Regional RevivalIn a move that signals a definitive "pivot" away from its storied and at times turbulent past, Pivot Airlines has officially rebranded as Great North Airlines as of January 8, 2026. The Mississauga-based carrier, which has operated primarily as a specialised charter and ACMI provider, is now positioning itself to fill the widening gap in Canada’s regional aviation sector.Read More →
STORIESJan 02, 20262025: Aviation Deaths are Down 27.3%, But Things Didn't Feel SaferAt first glance, the numbers for the year just passed are a triumph of engineering and oversight: total recorded incidents dropped by nearly 10%, and fatal accidents decreased by over 11%. However, beneath these encouraging drops in the death toll lies a statistic that should give every regulator pause: injuries are up.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJan 01, 2026Final Delivery Tally and OEM TrackerAs the curtain falls on 2025, the global aerospace manufacturing sector has navigated a year defined by aggressive production ramps, persistent supply chain "choke points," and a significant shift in the competitive duopoly. While Airbus once again secured the top spot for total deliveries, Boeing closed the year with a resurgent order book and a stabilised production line that signalled the end of its multi-year "bridge" phase.Read More →
