Aviation
Jet fuel shortages might hurt your summer travel plans but could bring advancement to the aviation industry
The Iran conflict is pushing airlines to cut flights and rethink business plans. While the sector might be facing its toughest year yet, there could be light at the end of the tunnel.
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How Cathay Pacific is rebuilding its global network, according to its top pilot
After years in the air, Cathay Pacific’s flight operations director Chris Kempis knows what modern airlines need from their hands-on pilots – navigating everything from bad weather to unexpected tariffs.
Songs to put you on airplane mode: Finnair believes music should be as important as in-flight snacks
The original work by Finnish composer Lauri Porra was recorded with a symphony orchestra and designed to accompany different stages of air travel.
Planning a trip? Here are the top-three flights, cabins and lounges to book
Air France’s enhanced La Première service provides passengers with more perks than ever – even before the plane takes off.
Starlink’s in-flight wi-fi is an overdue gamechanger
Speedy on-board wi-fi will soon become a competitive necessity for airlines. When it comes to providers, there's only one primary player.
‘We’re not overconfident’: Boeing Global’s president Brendan Nelson on rebuilding trust
As the aviation giant continues to work its way out of crisis, we speak to the company’s president, Brendan Nelson, on what’s next for Boeing Global.
Can building Africa’s largest airport turn Ethiopia’s fortunes around?
For many Ethiopians, a drive to Bishoftu – a town about an hour outside Addis Ababa – has long been a gentle escape from the capital’s frenetic pace. The climate is cool and the…
New York City aims to lead a revival of US airports
New York has long had an ability to turn grit into glamour. But in recent decades, few have bothered to pretend that the city’s two commercial airports – John F Kennedy International and LaGuardia…
Comfort leads the way in Etihad Airways’ new A321LR aircraft
There’s no substitute for first-hand travel experience. From planes to trains and cars, Monocle tests how journeys really feel, assessing performance, comfort and efficiency so you don’t have to.
Comfort, style and brand: An airline’s uniform is so much more than a consistent look
With its connotations of sameness and monotony, the word “uniform” isn’t often used as a compliment. But pay close attention to tailoring and fit – as well as the needs of the people who…
Dog-first airline Bark Air is propelling the hospitality industry toward pet-friendly travel
From in-cabin comforts to private charter flights, the demand for animal-friendly aviation is growing.
