Gateside by TSA PreCheck is a new program that lets approved TSA PreCheck members walk through airport security and access terminal areas without a boarding pass. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) launched this pilot program on September 2, 2026, marking the first time since...

The Routes World Awards officially released its 2026 shortlist after securing a massive 60 percent increase in industry voting compared to the previous year. This record-breaking participation highlights a surging global focus on strategic airline partnerships and airport route development. The final winners will...

London Gatwick Airport has officially cleared its final legal hurdle to proceed with a £2.2 billion ($3 billion) expansion project following a decisive Court of Appeal ruling. On August 4, 2026, senior judges permanently dismissed a major legal challenge launched by local environmental campaigners...

US legacy airline pilots earn significantly higher gross salaries than Emirates pilots, but the 100 percent tax-free compensation package in Dubai often yields a larger actual take-home paycheck for expatriates. Senior widebody captains at major US carriers like Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and...

Senior widebody captains at Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and United Airlines sit at the top of the publicly verifiable 2026 pilot pay tables reviewed for this ranking, with top rates of about $483.74 per credited hour. FedEx is now close behind after its...

Widebody airline pilots earn approximately $60 to $80 more per flight hour than narrowbody pilots holding the exact same rank and seniority level in 2026. This hourly premium translates to an annual base salary difference of roughly $60,000 to $80,000 when flying a standard...