Lufthansa is celebrating its centenary in 2026 by introducing a special livery on a Boeing 787-9. This design features a blue and white color scheme accented by a crane symbol that merges with the aircraft’s wings and a large ‘100’ marking the anniversary. The aircraft will be delivered in November and start operations in December.
Airlines are progressively reducing first class offerings due to changing passenger preferences, greater profitability from business class products, and economic efficiency imperatives. With business class now offering similar luxury at a lower cost, many carriers are reallocating space from first class to business class. Additionally, sustainability and evolving long-haul travel trends further diminish the justification for maintaining first class cabins.
Fastjet Zimbabwe has added a new early morning flight from Johannesburg to Harare to accommodate business travelers’ needs. Starting September 29, 2025, the service will run daily except Saturdays, using Embraer ERJ145 aircraft. This enhancement supports full business days in Harare, with flights departing Johannesburg at 6:55 AM and returning at 7:00 PM.
Air Niugini has ushered in a new chapter by becoming the 25th operator of the Airbus A220-300, which coincides with Papua New Guinea’s 50th independence anniversary. This aircraft will replace obsolete models and enhance route capabilities and passenger comfort. The delivery flight marks a significant step in their fleet modernization strategy.
Aegean Airlines has faced its second cat transport incident in two years, with three cats going missing on a flight from Crete to Paris. The airline, which did not provide an apology or explanation, later reunited the cats with their owners. Aegean Airlines allows pets in the cabin under specified conditions but has faced previous incidents of lost animals.
