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Air taxis move closer to US takeoff with issuing of FAA rule

Federal regulators have given a strong push to electric-powered air taxis by issuing a final rule for operating the aircraft and how pilots will be trained to fly them.

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration, Mike Whitaker, said the rule recognizes air taxis as an entirely new type of aircraft that will soon join airplanes and helicopters in the sky.

United to extend season flights between Athens and the US

United Airlines has announced the extension of seasonal flights with daily direct connections from Athens to US for the summer of 2025.

The airline is increasing its weekly flights to New York/Newark from seven to 10.

Additionally, it will launch flights to New York/Newark and Chicago's O'Hare three weeks earlier than previous schedules.

If Israel invades Lebanon, we will witness ‘apocalyptic’ scenes, warns Beirut’s ambassador to London

An Israeli ground invasion of Lebanon could trigger ‘apocalyptic’ scenes and lead to all-out war, warns a high-ranking diplomat from Lebanon, explaining that the Israel Defense Forces would face troops trained by the British.

Lifetime Ticket to the Skies: How a $500,000 Investment Secured Unlimited Air Travel for One Man

If someone were to ask, “What would you do with half a million dollars?” the most likely answer—at least in theory—might be: “Travel the world.”

Yet, one man has turned the dream of endless travel into reality, spending his half-million dollars in a way that has carried him far beyond what most people could ever imagine.

Iran: Attack expected on Jewish Holy Day Tisha B’Av, say western intelligence – Israel on high alert

Israel is on high alert, anticipating retaliation from Iran and its allies following the funerals of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders in Tehran and Beirut.

Tehran has informed the Security Council of its intention to act within the framework of legitimate self-defense. Concerns about Iranian retaliation are growing, with conflicting reports intensifying the unease.

Cyprus rejects reports of airspace closure amid Middle East tensions

Cyprus rejected reports of an airspace closure on Friday, confirming that flights to and from the island are operating normally.

This clarification comes as airlines cancel services to Israel and Lebanon due to heightened tensions following recent assassinations of senior Hamas and Hezbollah members.

Israel: Thousands of passengers crowding Tel Aviv Airport to leave the country

Approximately 70,000 passengers are at Tel Aviv’s airport, many trying to catch the last flights out of Israel as more airlines suspend passenger and commercial flights to and from Tel Aviv due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, according to Israeli media.

Many fear further flight cancellations and that they won’t be able to return to their home countries.

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