American Airlines is launching new limited-edition amenity kits for premium cabin customers on select international and transcontinental flights, as part of its ongoing commitment to an elevated travel journey.


American Airlines is launching new limited-edition amenity kits for premium cabin customers on select international and transcontinental flights, as part of its ongoing commitment to an elevated travel journey.

TAP Air Portugal has launched the first of its new ‘Airspace’ cabins, offering more space, modern amenities, and enhanced accessibility. The airline will integrate 20 new aircraft with the ‘Airspace’ cabin by 2029.

Lufthansa Group’s Miles & More loyalty program has entered into a strategic partnership with Marriott Bonvoy as an important step in its loyalty strategy, which focuses on travel and lifestyle benefits.

Air France, in partnership with Starlink, is to offer complimentary high-speed WiFi onboard all flights. The airline plans to offer the service on 30% of its fleet by end-2025 and throughout its fleet by end-2026.

Virgin Australia is set to become the first airline in the country to welcome pets onboard, with its new ‘Pets in Cabin’ service. The service has been developed to “prioritise animal welfare and guest comfort”.

Philippine Airlines is set to enhance flight safety, operational reliability, and on-time performance for its passengers through a major digital transformation partnership with Lufthansa Systems.

Ethiopian Airlines and SITA have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to co-develop innovative solutions that strengthen the airline’s operations and enhance the passenger experience.

FTE Global, renowned as the “CES of Aviation”, took place in Long Beach, California, on 9 to 11 September 2025 where it was, once again, co-located with APEX/IFSA Global EXPO. Take a look at our round-up of the key highlights.

Winners of the FTE Americas Innovate Awards – the industry’s definitive innovation competition for the region – were announced at FTE Global – the “CES of Aviation” – in Long Beach, California, on 11 September 2025.

Future Travel Experience (FTE) has announced that its flagship event, FTE Global, will relocate to Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, on 8-10 September 2026 for a landmark edition marking the event’s 20th anniversary.

International Airlines Group, Airport Authority Hong Kong, All Nippon Airways, Schiphol, United, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport were recognised in the FTE Global 2025 Awards ceremony.

In this interview ahead of FTE Global, Andrea Goodpasture, Managing Director – Airport Affairs, shares how Southwest Airlines is on a transformation journey to address the evolving needs and desires of its customers.

Alaska Airlines’ passengers travelling from Seattle and Portland now have the option to verify their identity right at the automated bag drop units, as it aims to make the travel experience as seamless as possible.

Virgin Atlantic is partnering with Omnevo to launch a fully integrated 360° airline retail journey, uniting duty free e-commerce, loyalty integration, pre-order meals, onboard sales, and logistics in one connected platform.

Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, has announced the launch of its alternative interline platform, developed in collaboration with travel solutions technology company Dohop, for an enhanced CX.

Air France has inaugurated a new travel cabin on its Embraer 190 aircraft, with customers experiencing new, lighter and more comfortable seats, a free high-speed WiFi connection and a bright, elegant cabin.
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