Why Nobody's Flying to the World Cup (And What That Means for Fares This Summer)

Why Nobody's Flying to the World Cup (And Wha...

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Kuwait Airport Struck, 777X Pushed to 2028 & Your Summer Travel Questions Answered

Boeing 777X delayed again, EES chaos at European airports, and your summer travel questions answered - this week on On-Air with Dan and Alex. We break down the latest Boeing 777X certification setback, now pushed to late 2027 or early 2028, and what it means for new Emirates, Sin ...  Show more

Riyadh Air Starts Selling Tickets for First Flights!

Today On-Air, Dan books the very first Riyadh Air ticket live on air as the new Saudi carrier announces its inaugural London flight for July 2026. Alex and Dan break down what this means for Gulf aviation, the ongoing Iran conflict's impact on Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Etihad ...  Show more

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