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European Airlines

Airline pilots fear punishment for refusing Middle East flights

Airline pilots flying routes across the Middle East are increasingly worried not just about safety—but about losing their jobs if they refuse to operate in conflict zones, according to a global aviation body.

10 Apr 2026-09:15
European airlines likely beat 2% green jet fuel target

European airlines appear to have met—and possibly exceeded—a key climate target for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in 2025, marking a significant shift toward greener air travel.

30 Mar 2026-09:35
European airlines push back on green jet fuel rules

Major European airlines are pushing to delay or revise upcoming EU rules requiring the use of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel, citing high costs and limited supply.

17 Mar 2026-10:14
European Airlines slam French air traffic controller strike as chaos grounds thousands of flights

A two-day strike by French air traffic controllers has sparked outrage among European airlines after more than 1,000 flights were disrupted across the continent, costing carriers millions of euros at the height of the summer travel season.

05 Jul 2025-09:49
European airlines extend flight suspensions to Israel

The Lufthansa Group announced on Tuesday the postponement of its flights' return to Israel until at least Oct. 31 due to the security situation in the Middle East, News.Az reports citing Xinhua.

01 Oct 2024-20:27