Daily Archives: September 9, 2026

Pratt & Whitney Canada Eases Used-Parts Restrictions as IATA Pushes for Wider Engine Aftermarket Competition

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Turboprop aircraft engine and spinning propeller seen above clouds.

Contract changes covering PT6 and PW100-series turboprops open more room for independent suppliers, while IATA says broader MRO reform is still needed amid parts shortages and maintenance-capacity pressure. KEY TAKEAWAYS Pratt & Whitney Canada has changed contractual terms affecting access to used engine material and related services for PT6 and PW100-series turboprop engines. The changes… Read the full news article

Charlotte Douglas Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 With Stories From the Airport Front Line

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A line of aircraft parked on the airfield at Charlotte Douglas International Airport on September 11, 2001.

CLT employees recall 125 grounded aircraft, stranded passengers and the teamwork that carried the airport through an unprecedented shutdown of U.S. airspace. KEY TAKEAWAYS Charlotte Douglas International Airport is marking 25 years since the September 11 attacks with firsthand recollections from employees who worked through the shutdown. CLT had 69 gates in 2001, handled about… Read the full news article

Korean Air Maps AI-Powered Future Aviation at Busan’s World Smart City Expo 2026

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Korean Air exhibition booth at World Smart City Expo 2026 at BEXCO in Busan

The carrier is linking automated aerospace manufacturing, intelligent aircraft maintenance and low-altitude traffic management in a three-part technology showcase at BEXCO. KEY TAKEAWAYS Korean Air is exhibiting at World Smart City Expo 2026 at BEXCO in Busan from September 9 to 11 with a three-part future aviation framework. The Future Aviation AX zone focuses on… Read the full news article

MSC World Asia adds five new bar concepts ahead of December Mediterranean debut

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Rendering of the Pan-Asian Street Food venue aboard MSC World Asia, with its promenade-facing bar and dining area.

Clubhouse & Soda Bar, Sky Box Bar, The Terraces, Coral Cove and Pan Asian Bar will join a 40-plus dining and drinks lineup on the new flagship. KEY TAKEAWAYS MSC World Asia will introduce five new bar and lounge concepts when it begins service in December 2026. The new venues span family-friendly soda customisation, pre-show… Read the full news article

Andrew Yeo returns to Four Seasons Chiang Mai for three-part Supper Society residency

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Three chefs in white jackets at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai ahead of the Supper Society culinary collaboration.

The October programme spans a six-hands Northern Thai dinner, dim sum-led afternoon tea and a 50-seat heritage pop-up during Golden Week. KEY TAKEAWAYS Chef Andrew Yeo returns to Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai for Supper Society Edition 4 after appearing in the series in 2025. The October 2 programme begins at Ratree Bar & Lounge… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Bali Turns Jimbaran Beach into a Headphone-Only Cinema Under the Stars

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Guests reclining outdoors at night while watching a movie screen at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay.

The new Jimbaran Cinema runs Sunday and Monday evenings from Sept. 13 to Nov. 9, pairing sunset drinks and beachfront dining with films heard through guests’ own phones and earphones. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay will run Jimbaran Cinema every Sunday and Monday from Sept. 13 through Nov. 9, 2026. Film… Read the full news article

Chemin à la Mer Moves Downstairs as Four Seasons New Orleans Recasts Its Signature Restaurant

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Chemin à la Mer at Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans

Chef Donald Link’s restaurant will reopen September 23 as a first-floor Louisiana brasserie serving lunch, dinner and weekend jazz brunch. KEY TAKEAWAYS Chemin à la Mer will move from the fifth floor to a new first-floor location at Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans on September 23, 2026. The reworked restaurant will operate as a Louisiana… Read the full news article

Ljubljana Tourism marks 25 years with exhibition asking residents what tourism delivers

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View across the Ljubljanica River toward Breg and historic buildings in central Ljubljana.

The Novi trg exhibition runs from September 14 to October 2, linking the city’s tourism anniversary with resident participation, guided tours and the fifth Ljubljana Tourism Week. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ljubljana Tourism will open the “What’s in It for Us?” exhibition at Novi trg on September 14, 2026, to mark its 25th anniversary. The exhibition examines… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Oahu Brings Ballet Hawaii to Noe for Five-Course October Benefit Dinner

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Ballet dancer in a white tutu performing on a walkway at Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina

The October 3 event at the Ko Olina resort will pair four original dance performances with a five-course Italian menu and wine pairings, with part of the proceeds supporting Ballet Hawaii. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina will host Ballet Hawaii at Noe on October 3, 2026, with seating at 5:00 p.m…. Read the full news article

Airest Taps BGS and Gulfstream Oil for Aircraft Fueling at Kaunas and Riga

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The new Baltic partnership covers into-plane fueling at KUN and RIX, with BGS serving Kaunas and its Gulfstream Oil unit handling Riga. KEY TAKEAWAYS Airest has begun a new fueling partnership with BGS Group covering Kaunas Airport in Lithuania and Riga Airport in Latvia. BGS provides into-plane fueling at Kaunas, while BGS Group company Gulfstream… Read the full news article

Airbnb opens historic Gordon Bay Cottage for three limited Muskoka stays

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Gordon Bay Cottage on a pine-covered rocky shoreline in Muskoka, with stone steps leading to a private dock on the lake.

The century-old Ontario lakeside retreat will be offered for three October weekends at CAD 180 per night, with booking requests opening September 15. KEY TAKEAWAYS Airbnb will offer three promotional stays at Gordon Bay Cottage on October 2–5, October 9–12 and October 16–19, 2026. Booking requests open September 15 at 9:00 a.m. ET, with the… Read the full news article

Malaysia Aviation Group Builds Five-Market ASEAN Travel Trade Network Around Kuala Lumpur

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Representatives of Malaysia Aviation Group and ASEAN travel industry partners at a partnership event in Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia Airlines and Firefly will work with travel associations and major consumer fairs in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines to widen agency sales, marketing reach and regional demand. KEY TAKEAWAYS Malaysia Aviation Group is coordinating travel trade partnerships across Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines. The agreements use agency networks and major… Read the full news article

Zurich Airport Moves Autonomous Employee Shuttles to Driverless Level 4 Operations

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Automated shuttle bus operating on the grounds of Zurich Airport.

Two WeRide buses are now running without onboard safety drivers under remote supervision, with employee passenger service expected after an initial four-week test phase. KEY TAKEAWAYS Two automated employee shuttle buses at Zurich Airport began operating without onboard safety drivers in early September 2026. Zurich Airport describes the new remote-supervised configuration as its targeted Level… Read the full news article

Anantara Siam Bangkok Unveils $50 Million Transformation Across Rooms, Dining and Wellness

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Anantara Garden Pool Villa at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel in the evening

The 1983 Bangkok landmark has refreshed all 335 accommodations while adding private-pool stays, a Jim Thompson suite and upgraded event and wellbeing spaces. KEY TAKEAWAYS Anantara Siam Bangkok has completed a comprehensive USD 50 million enhancement of the landmark hotel, which originally opened in 1983. All 335 guestrooms, suites and villas have been reimagined, with… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Frames Three Thailand Resort Landscapes for China’s 2026 Golden Week

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Guest beside an infinity pool overlooking rice fields at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai, the Golden Triangle and Koh Samui anchor culture, wellness and dining experiences around the October 1–7 National Day holiday. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons is promoting three Thailand resorts for the October 1–7, 2026 National Day holiday period, spanning Chiang Mai, the Golden Triangle and Koh Samui. Chiang Mai combines Lanna-focused activities, cycling, wellness… Read the full news article

VisitEngland Finds Accessibility Guides Are Influencing Visitor Choices and Business Confidence

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Two visitors using wheelchairs outdoors at a visitor attraction in England

A two-year VisitEngland and AccessAble programme has produced guides for more than 480 tourism businesses, with one in three surveyed participants reporting more visitors with accessibility requirements. KEY TAKEAWAYS One in three of 108 surveyed businesses said their Detailed Access Guide had contributed to an increase in visitors with accessibility requirements. A quarter of respondents… Read the full news article

HKIA deepens aviation ties with Turkey and Uzbekistan through two Belt and Road agreements

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Cargo aircraft on the apron at Hong Kong International Airport with freight pallets and ground-handling equipment in the foreground.

An MNG Airlines MoU targets stronger Hong Kong–Turkey cargo connectivity, while HKIA Consultancy will support work linked to the development of Navoi International Airport. KEY TAKEAWAYS HKIA exchanged a memorandum of understanding with MNG Airlines to deepen cargo connectivity, operational cooperation, sustainability work and aviation training. MNG Airlines currently operates eight to 10 freighter flights… Read the full news article

Fairmont Adds Eight Destination-Led Experiences from Istanbul’s Spice Bazaar to a Mexican Cenote

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Colourful spices displayed inside Istanbul’s historic Spice Bazaar.

The latest “Special Happens…” expansion spans Tokyo, Mayakoba, Abu Dhabi, San Juan, Prague, Istanbul, Boston and Mont-Tremblant, blending private access, music, food and outdoor adventure. KEY TAKEAWAYS Fairmont has added eight “Special Happens…” experiences across eight hotels in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas. New options include private access to Istanbul’s Spice Bazaar,… Read the full news article

British Airways cancellations near 550 after NATS outage disrupts more than 85,000 customers

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British Airways Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner in flight

The airline says more than 60,000 passengers have been rebooked as it restores nearly 80% of its network following Tuesday’s UK air traffic control failure KEY TAKEAWAYS British Airways says Tuesday’s NATS air traffic control issue has forced almost 550 flight cancellations and affected more than 85,000 customers. More than 60,000 affected customers had been… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Technik Takes AeroSHARK into Final Airbus A330 Certification Tests

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Discover Airlines is providing an A330-300 for the EASA campaign, with approval targeted for both A330-200 and A330-300 aircraft. KEY TAKEAWAYS Lufthansa Technik has entered the final certification phase for AeroSHARK on the Airbus A330-200 and A330-300. A Discover Airlines A330-300 is being used for the flight-test campaign and will be the first Airbus aircraft… Read the full news article

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy to Receive NBAA’s Top Aviation Honor at 2026 Las Vegas Convention

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The aircraft-leasing pioneer will be recognized at NBAA-BACE in October, with a Horizon Stage conversation alongside Ross Perot Jr. KEY TAKEAWAYS Steven F. Udvar-Hazy will receive NBAA’s Meritorious Service to Aviation Award during 2026 NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas. The Horizon Stage presentation will include a live aviation-industry conversation between Udvar-Hazy and fellow award recipient Ross… Read the full news article

The First Cortina brings 76-room luxury hotel, Zuma and REVĪVŌ wellness to Corso Italia

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Composite view of a guest room, the hotel exterior and a lounge at The First Cortina in the snowy Dolomites.

The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts is preparing an early-December debut in Cortina d’Ampezzo, combining contemporary Alpine design, destination dining and mountain-focused wellness. KEY TAKEAWAYS The First Cortina is scheduled to open in early December 2026 on Corso Italia in central Cortina d’Ampezzo. The hotel will offer 76 rooms and suites, including the 140-square-metre Enrosadira Penthouse… Read the full news article

The Admiral’s Mess to bring Inception Group’s immersive bar style to Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch

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Exterior of Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch illuminated at dusk, with flags above the arches.

The 2,400-square-foot, 60-seat venue will join restaurants by Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud inside the restored Grade I listed landmark on The Mall. KEY TAKEAWAYS Inception Group will open The Admiral’s Mess inside Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch. The new standalone concept will span 2,400 square feet and have capacity for 60 seated guests…. Read the full news article

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Opens 52-Voyage Summer 2028 Season Across Europe

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Evrima, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection yacht, sailing in coastal waters

Evrima and Ilma will sail Mediterranean and Northern European routes from late April through October, adding first calls at Gijón and Portovenere and more Greek Isles and Adriatic itineraries. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has opened reservations for 52 Summer 2028 voyages aboard Evrima and Ilma, sailing from late April through October. Voyages will… Read the full news article

Sheraton Brussels Airport to Stay Open During Major Hotel Overhaul Through 2028

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Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel at Brussels Airport.

Brussels Airport’s phased renovation will refresh the façade, 294 guestrooms, restaurant and technical systems while adding a glass gallery and new executive rooms. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel will remain open throughout a phased renovation expected to be completed by the end of 2028. Major structural works are scheduled to begin in mid-2027 after… Read the full news article

Hersheypark’s Dark Nights returns with 10 haunt experiences and new Reese’s Depot Of Doom

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2026 Dark Nights map at Hersheypark showing five haunted houses and five scare zones.

The fifth-anniversary season runs Sept. 12 through Nov. 1, pairing five haunted houses and five scare zones with lights-out coasters, seasonal food and family-friendly Halloween programming. KEY TAKEAWAYS Dark Nights runs from Sept. 12 through Nov. 1, 2026, with the haunt experience beginning at 6 p.m. on operating nights. The fifth-anniversary lineup includes five haunted… Read the full news article

Maldives Takes Three-City Tourism Roadshow to Russia and Kazakhstan in September

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Participants at an I AM Maldives tourism trade event pose for a group photograph beside an I AM Maldives banner

A 25-company delegation will meet travel trade partners in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Almaty as the Maldives looks to sustain Russian demand and deepen its reach in Central Asia. KEY TAKEAWAYS The I AM Maldives CIS Region Roadshow 2026 is scheduled for Moscow on September 21, St. Petersburg on September 23 and Almaty on September… Read the full news article

Le Méridien Maldives Brings Patémar Recycled-Plastic Swimwear to Its Island Resort

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Man wearing swim shorts beside a rack of Patémar resortwear on the beach at Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa.

The Thilamaafushi collaboration links resort retail with marine-conservation storytelling and a €1 contribution to Plastic Bank Indonesia for every pair sold. KEY TAKEAWAYS Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa is offering Patémar men’s swim shorts made from fabric using upcycled landfill and ocean plastic waste. Patémar says each pair represents the equivalent of around 12… Read the full news article

Eight Marriott Bonvoy Maldives resorts position island escapes for Saudi National Day

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Aerial view of a Maldives resort island with a ring of overwater villas surrounded by turquoise lagoon and open ocean.

The portfolio spans private-island estates, family villas, marine adventures and wellness retreats, with The Ritz-Carlton Maldives adding dedicated Saudi National Day programming. KEY TAKEAWAYS Visit Maldives is highlighting eight Marriott Bonvoy island resorts for Saudi National Day travel, which falls on September 23, 2026. The portfolio ranges from large private residences and family-focused villas to… Read the full news article

American Airlines and Hyatt to Wind Down Enhanced Loyalty Partnership While Preserving Earned Benefits

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American Airlines AAdvantage and World of Hyatt loyalty program logos

Linked AAdvantage and World of Hyatt members retain key earning and redemption windows into 2027, while a 500-mile Hyatt stay option will continue after the broader relationship ends. KEY TAKEAWAYS American Airlines and Hyatt have mutually decided not to continue their enhanced AAdvantage and World of Hyatt relationship. AAdvantage members who link accounts by 11:59:59… Read the full news article