North America

United has signed a new codeshare agreement with Italian flag carrier ITA Airways, which is looking to grow its footprint in North America.

British Airways is reworking its flight schedule ahead of the summer of 2026, with plans to increase the frequency of flights between London and the U.S.

Air Canada and the union representing its flight attendants have reached a tentative agreement, ending a three-day strike that grounded thousands of flights.

Air Canada called off plans to resume flights Sunday as its striking flight attendants announced they will defy a government-issued return-to-work order.

The directors of Italy’s ITA Airways on Wednesday signed off on a five-year business plan that calls for the launch of new long-haul routes to North America.

China Airlines currently flies nonstop to New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Ontario, California, as well as Vancouver, Canada.

Taiwan-based China Airlines is considering new routes to the U.S., including service to Boston, Phoenix, and Washington Dulles.

Southwest is considering changes to its traditionally low-cost business model, including airport lounges, more premium seating, and long-haul destinations.

The airline in March announced plans to link its main hub in Madrid with Orlando, Florida, and earlier this week said it will add Philadelphia to its network.

Air India is temporarily suspending some routes and reducing service on others as it carries out inspections of Boeing’s 787s and 777s in the wake of a deadly crash.