Airline & Airport News: SAS India Return, Strikes & Network Expansions
2026年8月18日 公開 · 3分で読めます · 8件の検証済み情報源
This week's aviation updates bring significant network expansions alongside operational disruptions across key global routes. Travellers planning journeys between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East will see new nonstop frequencies and seasonal flight options launching over the coming year.
SAS Launches Copenhagen to Mumbai Flights After 17 Years
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) will resume flights to India after a 17-year absence with a new year-round nonstop service between Copenhagen and Mumbai starting 1 October 2026. The route will operate five times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays using an Airbus A330 configured with 266 seats.
なぜ重要なのか: Travellers moving between Scandinavia and Western India gain a direct long-haul route without needing connections in regional hubs.
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情報源: Aviation24
Wildlife Incident Delays Flight at Crete Heraklion Airport
An international departure from Heraklion Airport in Crete was delayed on Sunday night when an endangered bearded vulture perched on the aircraft's wing and refused to move. The pilot spotted the bird during pre-flight preparation and alerted the control tower, after which airport authorities contacted the local Fire Service for assistance.
なぜ重要なのか: Passengers flying out of Heraklion should note that unexpected wildlife delays can occur, though such nature-related disruptions remain rare.
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情報源: Aviation24
Battery-Electric X1 Aircraft Completes Maiden Flight in New York
Heart Aerospace completed the inaugural flight of its full-scale X1 demonstrator on 12 August at Plattsburgh International Airport in New York State. The piloted X1 represents the largest battery-electric aircraft ever flown and serves as a major milestone towards developing the company's planned 30-seat ES-30 regional airliner.
なぜ重要なのか: Regional travellers could eventually benefit from zero-emission electric flights on short-haul routes as electric airliner technology continues to develop.
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情報源: Aviation24
SWISS to Increase Geneva-London Capacity for Summer 2027
SWISS will upgrade capacity at its Geneva base during the summer 2027 season by replacing two Airbus A220-300 aircraft with larger Airbus A320neos. The capacity increase will primarily serve the Geneva–London Heathrow route, which is one of the carrier's highest-demand operations from Geneva.
なぜ重要なのか: Passengers flying between London Heathrow and Geneva during peak summer seasons will benefit from additional seat capacity on SWISS services.
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情報源: Aviation24
Five Flights Targeted by Laser Beams Near Brussels Airport
Five pilots approaching Brussels Airport reported laser beams being shone directly into their cockpits while on short final approach between Friday evening, 14 August, and early Saturday morning. The incidents occurred over a six-hour period between 20:45 and 02:45.
なぜ重要なのか: While flights landed safely, laser strikes near active runways pose serious safety risks to flight crews during critical landing phases.
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情報源: Aviation24
easyJet Cancels 100 French Flights Amid Cabin Crew Strike
easyJet cancelled roughly 100 flights departing French airports over the weekend as cabin crew launched industrial action over last-minute schedule changes. Trade unions estimated that around half of easyJet's 900 France-based cabin crew participated, affecting operations in Paris, Nice, Bordeaux, and Lyon.
なぜ重要なのか: Passengers travelling to or from French airports should monitor flight statuses closely during active airline labor disputes.
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情報源: Aviation24
Brussels Airlines Adds Scheduled Winter Flights to Norway and Finland
Brussels Airlines is expanding its winter leisure network by converting seasonal charter routes into regular scheduled flights to Evenes in Norway as well as Kemi and Kittilä in Finland. The scheduled services aim to satisfy rising demand for holiday travel to the Arctic region.
なぜ重要なのか: Travellers planning Arctic winter vacations can now book direct scheduled connections from Brussels to Northern Scandinavia.
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情報源: Aviation24
Etihad Airways Expands Brussels to Abu Dhabi Service to 11 Weekly Flights
Etihad Airways will increase its Brussels–Abu Dhabi service from seven to 11 weekly flights starting 15 December 2026. Four additional weekly rotations will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays alongside the current daily flight.
なぜ重要なのか: Long-haul passengers travelling between Belgium and the Middle East will gain greater schedule flexibility and enhanced flight choices.
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情報源: Aviation24
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