Qantas Airways is set to open its first overseas cabin crew base in Singapore in September 2026, marking a significant expansion of the Australian carrier's international operations. According to Qantas International CEO Cam Wallace, the Singapore base will enable more efficient operations across the airline's growing international network.
Ethiopian Airlines has celebrated the graduation of 457 aviation professionals from its owned academic center, Ethiopian Aviation University. The graduating class includes 58 pilots, 115 aircraft maintenance technicians, and 284 cabin crew members from 12 countries.
Cathay Pacific is marking 80 years of service with a retro livery on an Airbus A350-900 and vintage uniforms for over 1,000 cabin crew staff. The airline has also announced plans to introduce new liveries and merchandise inspired by its iconic designs.
Boeing has projected that India and South Asia will require approximately 141,000 new aviation professionals by 2044. According to Boeing's Pilot and Technician Outlook, the region is expected to experience significant growth in both fleet size and air traffic.
American Airlines cabin crew have launched a scathing assessment of CEO Robert Isom following the latest financial results. The Association of Professional Flight Attendants criticized the airline's performance, citing lagging profits and customer experience compared to competitors like Delta Air Lines.
Air New Zealand faces potential travel disruption as approximately 1,250 cabin crew members plan to strike on December 8, 2025, after negotiations with unions E tū and FAANZ failed to reach agreement on pay and working conditions. The industrial action, scheduled across regional, domestic, and international fleets throughout the day, highlights growing concerns over crew fatigue, workload pressures, and compensation that workers say fails to reflect their safety responsibilities.
Air New Zealand has canceled 46 long-haul flights due to an international cabin crew strike over stalled contract negotiations. The two-day walkout began on February 12, 2026, and affects approximately 9,500 passengers.