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KLM Slowly Restores European Network, Makes Masks Mandatory on Flights

KLM announced that it will gradually begin restoring its European network and that it is making face masks compulsory on board.

Covid-19: Greece’s AEGEAN Airlines Counting on Government Support

Greek national carrier AEGEAN is hoping for government support after it suffered massive losses due to the Covid-19 outbreak.

Emirates Operating Limited Passenger Flights in May

Emirates is operating limited passenger services this month to facilitate travel for residents and visitors wishing to return home.

Delta: All Customers Must Wear Face Coverings for Travel

Delta Air Lines customers as of May 4 are required to wear a face mask or appropriate face covering when traveling with the airline.

Lufthansa Group: Passengers Must Wear Masks on All Flights

The airlines of the Lufthansa Group are asking all passengers to wear a mouth-nose cover onboard their flights as of Monday, May 4.

Greece Sets Face Mask Rule to Contain Covid-19 Spread

Greek health authorities are urging the country’s residents to wear a mask at all times, particularly in public spaces, in efforts to keep the spread of Covid-19 in check.

IATA Calls for Urgent Action for Civil Aviation to Operate Safely Between States

IATA has called on regulators to take urgent action to help civil aviation operate seamlessly and safely between states during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus: Emirates Ramps Up Ticket Refund Capability

Emirates has ramped up its capability to process refunds, reaffirming its commitment to customers and travel trade partners impacted by disruptions due to Covid-19.

Air France Group Repatriates More than 270,000 Passengers

Air France and Transavia have operated more than 1,800 flights from 132 airports, enabling the repatriation of more than 270,000 passengers since March 14.

IATA: Massive Covid-19 Toll on Greek Economy

The Covid-19 health crisis is forecast at leading to a 52 percent decline in the number of passengers to Greece this year, according to IATA.

Emirates Steps Up Safety Measures for Passengers, Employees

Emirates is stepping up precautionary measures at the airport and on board to ensure the health and safety of its employees and customers.

Qatar Airways Signs $850m Aircraft Financing Deal

Qatar Airways and Standard Chartered have signed a US$850 million financing deal for seven Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Airlines Now Calling for Mandatory Mask-wearing on Flights, at Airports

Airline companies may soon be implementing mandatory mask-wearing on flights as a response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Etihad Airways Outlines Re-start Plans

Etihad plans to operate a reduced network of scheduled passenger services from May 1 to June 30, with the aim of gradually returning to a fuller schedule as and when the global situation improves.

Sky Express Says Thank You to ICU Personnel with Free Tickets

Sky Express is sending its warmest “thank you” to the medical personnel of Greece's Intensive Care Units by offering free tickets to 34 domestic destinations.

Emirates Conducts On-site Rapid Covid-19 Tests for Passengers

Emirates has become the first airline to conduct on-site rapid COVID-19 tests for passengers, in coordination with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).

WTTC: Millions of People from Travel Sector Go Extra Mile to Help Combat Covid-19

The WTTC has praised millions of people around the world in the travel & tourism sector for going the extra mile to lend crucial help to combat the Covid-19 pandemic.

Passengers Through Europe’s Airports Down by 106m in March due to Covid-19

Europe’s airports lost 106 million passengers in March due to the Covid-19 outbreak, according to figures released by ACI Europe.

IATA Chief: Quick Coordinated Action Key to Airlines’ Recovery

IATA CEO Alexandre de Juniac has underlined the challenges for the “next day” after the coronavirus, which includes adapting the airline industry to post-Covid-19 realities.

Europe’s Hard-hit Aviation Industry Calls on EU to ‘Act Now’

Europe’s aviation stakeholders are ringing alarm bells calling on EU lawmakers to take action now and protect the industry as the Covid-19 crisis pushes ahead.