
Brussels Airport Cancels Turkish Airlines Flight After Co-Pilot Found Intoxicated
Authorities grounded a departing international flight after discovering the co-pilot had consumed alcohol prior to takeoff procedures.
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Authorities grounded a departing international flight after discovering the co-pilot had consumed alcohol prior to takeoff procedures.

DECRYPTION - Istanbul Airport and Turkish Airlines have benefited from the crisis to accelerate their growth.

National flag carrier Turkish Airlines (THY) announced plans to increase its flight frequencies to the Asia-Pacific region by up to 20% in the coming years, as stated by a top executive.

Photos released by 'Da, Bulgaria' show Delyan Peevski, the sanctioned leader of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS), traveling on a regular Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul. This suggests he no longer uses private jets.

Turkish Airlines stated that its July 12 flight from Tallinn to Istanbul briefly entered Kaliningrad airspace due to adverse weather conditions, describing it as a one-time, safety-driven decision.

A Turkish Airlines passenger flight from Tallinn to Istanbul on July 12 is under suspicion for allegedly having flown over Russian territory. The incident raises questions about flight path adherence.
The EU plans to extend its emissions trading scheme to many flights outside Europe, targeting airlines like Turkish Airlines and Emirates, with rules applying to flights landing within a 5,000-kilometer radius, excluding major markets like the USA, China, and India.
The new CEO of Turkish Airlines announced that the airline is evaluating the introduction of a premium economy cabin and other significant upgrades to its fleet.

A Turkish Airlines passenger plane collided with a radar pole while maneuvering at Antalya Airport in Turkey, leading to the safe evacuation of all passengers and crew. One person was reported injured in the incident.

Turkish Airlines (THY) announced plans to expand its nonstop long-haul network by acquiring ultra-long-range aircraft. This move aims to enhance the airline's global reach and connectivity.

The ongoing Middle East conflict is posing challenges to the Gulf region's aspirations to become a leading AI hub, while also impacting airline competition as Turkish Airlines gains traffic from Gulf rivals. These developments highlight the broader economic and strategic repercussions of regional instability.
Turkish Airlines and Cebu Pacific are set to resume flights to Dubai, providing updated travel options for passengers in the Middle East.

A Turkish Airlines plane experienced a hydraulic failure upon landing in Nepal, with airport staff reporting the landing gear caught fire. The airline confirmed a hydraulic issue.
Workers across various regions observed Labor Day with protests demanding wage increases, tax reforms, and improved working conditions. The day also featured job fairs offering thousands of opportunities and discussions on labor policies.

Jože Pučnik Airport (Brnik) is experiencing a challenging summer with flight cancellations and reduced services, attributed to ongoing conflicts, increased fuel prices, and specifically fewer flights from Turkish Airlines.

National flag carrier Turkish Airlines (THY) has announced a significant management reshuffle, appointing a new chair of the board and a new chief executive. Ahmet Olmuştur has been named the new CEO of the company.
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Turkish Airlines reaffirms its commitment to its workers’ welfare after NUATE picketing, urging dialogue over disruptive actions to resolve disputes.

The net profit of Türkiye's flag carrier, Turkish Airlines (THY), surged to TL 118.2 billion (nearly $2.7 billion) in 2025, the firm said in a statement on Wednesday. Full-ye...

Three flights from Istanbul to Tehran were cancelled on Friday, according to Istanbul Airport data, including Turkish Airlines, ATA Airlines, and Qeshm Air flights, though the airline denied cancellations.

Turkish Airlines on Friday rejected claims that it had canceled flights to Tehran, saying operations are continuing as scheduled despite heightened tensions linked to a growing U.S...
I flew an Airbus A350 flight simulator and experienced extreme conditions from turbulence to low-visibility landings. Taylor Rains/Business Insider I flew an Airbus A350 simulator at Turkish Airlines' training center in Istanbul. It mimicked anomalies like wind shear, extreme turbulence, and traffic avoidance. Simulators let airlines safely train pilots for rare but high-risk scenarios they may face. It takes airline pilots years to go from their first discovery flight to sitting in the coc...
The Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) is preparing to fine DHL, El Al, and Turkish Airlines for violating noise regulations by operating older, louder aircraft during nighttime hours at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport.
Turkish Airlines' maintenance arm, Turkish Technic, has inaugurated its seventh hangar at Atatürk Airport, marking a significant expansion to meet the growing demands for fleet services.

Aegean Airlines is planning direct flights to Kazakhstan, while Turkish Airlines aims to increase its Asia flights by 15-20%, with a focus on China and Australia. These airlines are expanding their networks to key Asian markets.

Turkish Airlines (THY) reported a significant decline in its second-quarter net profit, missing analyst estimates due to a surge in jet fuel prices and higher operating expenses.
A consumer commission ordered IndiGo and Turkish Airlines to pay over Rs 1.6 lakh in compensation to a father and son whose codeshare flight was disrupted, causing financial loss and mental distress.

Turkish Airlines is actively seeking acquisition opportunities in the aviation markets of Asia and South America. The airline aims to expand its global footprint through strategic purchases.

Autoritetet gjermane kanë nisur një procedim penal ndaj një pasagjeri të Turkish Airlines, i cili dyshohet se refuzoi të ulej pranë një gruaje gjatë një fluturimi nga Turqia drejt Düsseldorf-it, duke…

A Turkish Airlines Boeing 777 struck a radar antenna with its wing at Antalya Airport, damaging the fuselage. All 267 passengers were evacuated, and one person sustained minor injuries.

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least 17 people, with Prime Minister Netanyahu stating that Israel is at war with Hezbollah, not the Lebanese people. This comes as a world court prosecutor who pursued Netanyahu for war crimes was suspended over sexual misconduct allegations.

A Turkish Airlines flight departing from Denver was canceled after the lavatory flooded the cabin with sewage water and feces.

Türkiye's flag carrier, Turkish Airlines (THY), is moving closer to its goal of becoming the world's largest international carrier, reporting increased passenger numbers following the Iran crisis.

Turkish Airlines announced it will resume direct flights between Istanbul and Dubai starting June 9.

A Turkish Airlines plane caught fire after landing in Nepal, leading to the evacuation of all 277 passengers using emergency exits.
Turkish Airlines has announced its plans to resume flights to Erbil and Baghdad starting in May.

Turkish Airlines has announced a reduction in flights on the Ljubljana-Istanbul route starting in June, impacting Slovenia's Brnik Airport.

Türkiye's flag carrier, Turkish Airlines, announced a 16% year-on-year increase in passenger traffic for March, reaching 7.2 million passengers. This marks a significant surge for the company.

Turkish Airlines has commenced direct flights between Istanbul and Yerevan, signaling a gradual normalization of relations between Armenia and Türkiye, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties.

A report has detailed the salaries and benefits offered to pilots at Turkish Airlines, the national carrier of Turkey and a major global airline.

In response to the strikes carried out against Iran, Air France decided to cancel its flights scheduled for February 28 to Tel Aviv and Beirut.
Turkish Airlines has canceled flights from Istanbul to Tehran due to the threat of a US attack on Iran, according to AFP.
A Deputy Chairman of Uzbekistan's Tourism Committee held a meeting with representatives from Turkish Airlines to discuss expanding cooperation in the tourism sector.

Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions disrupting Gulf aviation hubs, Turkish Airlines has emerged as a major beneficiary, leveraging Istanbul's strategic location to reroute international passengers.

A Turkish Airlines translation of a narrator's text into English reportedly used 'North Macedonian' for people, language, and diaspora, despite the original text not using the prefix, sparking a reaction from Macedonian authorities.
Turkish Airlines (THY) is expanding its flight network in China by adding a new route to Chengdu, enhancing its presence in the Chinese market.

Türkiye's national carrier, Turkish Airlines, announced that it achieved new daily passenger and flight records during the first weekend of August, marking a positive trend.

Turkish Airlines (THY) has entered into three significant agreements to enhance pilot training quality through new simulator procurements and has also joined a fund supporting sustainable aviation fuel initiatives.

A Lithuanian family's flight with Turkish Airlines from Bangkok to Istanbul became a nightmare due to unpleasant sights and smells, causing their three-year-old child to refuse food throughout the long journey.

A passenger on a Turkish Airlines flight reportedly slapped a flight attendant after she refused his request to be moved from a seat next to a woman, with the passenger citing Sharia law.

Turkish Airlines has been ordered to pay Rs 50,000 in compensation after a one-day baggage delay disrupted a man's business trip.

Turkish Airlines (THY) announced its highest-ever occupancy rate for the month of May, with passenger numbers increasing despite ongoing challenges in the Middle East.

Türkiye's satellite operator, Türksat, is preparing to launch high-speed in-flight internet services for domestic carriers. The service will initially be rolled out for AJet and subsequently for Turkish Airlines.

The bodies of four divers, including a University of Genoa professor and her daughter, who died in the Vaavu Atoll in the Maldives, are expected to arrive at Malpensa Airport tomorrow around 1 PM on a Turkish Airlines flight.
Carriers from Iran, Qatar, and Turkey have recommenced flights to Baghdad, indicating a rebound in airport traffic in the Iraqi capital.

A Turkish Airlines plane experienced a fire in its landing gear upon arrival at Nepal's main airport in Kathmandu, prompting an emergency evacuation of all passengers. All individuals on board were reported safe following the incident.

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary stated that the risk of a jet fuel shortage in Europe is receding, offering some relief to the airline industry. However, other airlines continue to face significant challenges from high fuel costs, leading to capacity cuts, fare hikes, and fears of potential bankruptcies.

Air Peace and Turkish Airlines have signed an interline agreement aimed at simplifying global travel for Nigerian passengers by enabling single-ticket journeys across domestic and international routes.
Turkish Airlines has increased its flight frequency to Colombo, Sri Lanka, adapting its operations amidst the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

The Federal Government has directed the introduction of a hybrid payment system at airport access gates nationwide, allowing both cash and electronic payments as part of efforts to ease traffic congestion. The post FG introduces Hybrid Payment System for Airport Access Gates appeared first on Vanguard News.

Marrakech – Turkish Airlines carried 92.6 million passengers in 2025 and posted $24.1 billion in total revenue. The airline’s chairman told Morocco World News (MWN) that the North African country remains a high-priority market as the carrier eyes further expansion on the continent. In an exclusive interview with MWN, Prof. Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the […] The post Turkish Airlines Chairman to MWN: Morocco Is a Priority Market appeared first on Morocco World News.

Många länder har stängt sina luftrum efter de amerikansk-israeliska attackerna mot Iran på lördagsmorgonen. Därför ställer flera flygbolag in resor till länder i Mellanöstern.

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Tehran were canceled Friday night as tensions rose over a mounting U.S. military buildup around Iran, with Turkish Airlines and two Iranian carrier...
Turkish Airlines put 100,000 faces on an Airbus A350 to celebrate its 500th aircraft. Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines recently put 100,000 faces on a new Airbus using hundreds of pounds of stickers. Airlines use aircraft liveries as a flying billboard. The job can cost six figures, with painted liveries being heavier and more expensive. From tail stripes to full-body wraps, airlines have long turned their planes into flying billboards to showcase their brand, culture, and identity in the ...