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The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally changed the aviation industry. You can read all of our stories about the pandemic and its impact here.

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What Happens When An Airline Ceases Operations?

Some airlines manage to recover, while other completely shut down.

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Air New Zealand Extends COVID Credit Expiration To 2026

Customers now have until January 2026 to rebook their journey with the carrier.

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ACI Says Aviation Will Fully Recover In 2024

The Latin American region will lead the recovery.

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Frontier Airlines CEO: Staff Got Lazy During The Pandemic

Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle's statements have been met with a strong response.

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Suspended American Airlines Pilot Sues For Racial Discrimination After Violating Mask Mandate In 2021

An American Airlines captain on suspension is suing Spokane International Airport and several of its security officers over a December 2021 incident.

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North Korea's Air Koryo Could Be Looking To Restart International Flights

Recent maintenance and a re-opening of Pyongyang Airport to international arrivals have sparked hope of Air Koryo's return.

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Delta Air Lines Launches Inflight Documentary About How It Battled The Pandemic

"The Steepest Climb: How Delta Air Lines Navigated the Global Pandemic" will be available to all passengers via Delta Studio from June 1.

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The US Government Spent $62 Billion To Save Airlines During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The pandemic has cost the US government a lot of money.

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San Francisco Airport Is Now Testing Aircraft Waste Water For COVID-19

The sampling will target international flights arriving at San Francisco International Airport.

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Aerolineas Argentinas Airbus A330 landing at Miami International airport.
Aerolineas Argentinas Received $353 Million In State Funding In 2022

In 2022, Aerolíneas Argentinas carried 11.67 million passengers. This year, it expects to surpass 13 million travelers.

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São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport Received 34 Million Passengers In 2022

The airport has recovered around 80% of its pre-pandemic traffic levels.

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What Are The Dirtiest Areas Onboard An Airliner?

Some of the dirtiest areas are found in the unlikeliest of places.

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Why LATAM Brasil's Domestic Capacity Has Grown By 20% Vs Pre-Pandemic Levels

LATAM Brasil has positioned itself as the country's cheapest airline among Brazil's top three.

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Airports Council International Urges Governments To Restore Economic Equilibrium

Airports have reduced their capital expenditures due to the COVID-19 crisis which could lead to a lack of sufficient investment in infrastructure.

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Personal Record: Mexico's Viva Aerobus Carried Over 20 Million Passengers In 2022

Between 2019 and 2022, Viva Aerobus traffic figures grew by 72.2%.

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IATA Warns Of Possible Colombia Flight Demand Reduction In 2023

Colombian airlines lost around US$1.55 billion in the first half of 2022.

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The UK Becomes The Latest Country To Require Pre-Departure COVID Tests For Chinese Travelers

Travelers from China will be required to present a negative COVID-19 test prior to travel.

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Colombia Reaches 43.6 Million Passengers In 2022 - An All-Time Record

Colombia's recovery has been among the strongest –if not the strongest– globally.

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CDC Considering Testing Aircraft Wastewater For New COVID Variants

The process could produce more accurate results on new variants entering the country.

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US To Require Testing On Arrival For Passengers Flying From China

The new rules will take effect on January 5, 2023.

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