This week’s travel news is taking off. From FAA flight limits at Chicago O’Hare to refreshed cabins and eclipse-ready routes to Iceland, the latest airline headlines are all about what’s happening up in the air. Here are the updates travel advisors need to know.
Planning trips through Chicago? The FAA is keeping flight limits in place at O’Hare International Airport for another year as officials work to improve operations and reduce delays at the busy hub. READ MORE
Ahead of the 2026 total solar eclipse, Alaska Airlines is spotlighting its seasonal nonstop service between Seattle and Reykjavík, giving travelers a direct route to one of the best places to experience totality. READ MORE
Looking for a little more space in economy? United Airlines is adding a new Economy Plus option designed to give travelers extra room without moving up to a premium cabin. READ MORE
Another airline is joining the Starlink movement. Frontier Airlines will add SpaceX’s satellite-powered WiFi to its aircraft, expanding inflight connectivity options for passengers. READ MORE
A more refreshed Air New Zealand cabin experience is on the way. The airline is investing in a major upgrade that will introduce redesigned Business Premier and Economy cabins beginning in 2027. READ MORE
