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Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, killing all six people on board, including singer and internet personality Oliver Tree. The crash occurred in the western suburb of Recreio dos Bandeirantes, with one aircraft falling onto a car dealership and igniting fires. Authorities are investigating the cause of the mid-air collision.
Two Japan Airlines flight attendants drank alcohol the day before a flight in May, causing a 40-minute delay. Japan's transport ministry formally reprimanded JAL on June 28, ordering it to submit preventive measures by July 17.
Former Air Canada pilot Geoffrey Wall has been charged after allegedly operating over 900 domestic and international flights between 2009 and 2025 without a valid large commercial aircraft pilot license. Air Canada said Wall held a commercial license but was promoted to captain without the required airline transport pilot license. The airline stressed that safety was not compromised and that the matter was reported to Transport Canada.
Jet fuel prices in the US surged 78% in April, pushing the global industry fuel bill to an estimated $350 billion in 2026, according to IATA. Airline profits have fallen to their lowest level since COVID-19, with net industry profit forecast at just $23 billion. Spiraling fuel costs have forced carriers like Spirit Airlines to cease operations and others to raise fares or suspend routes.
Global airline leaders gather in Rio for the Iata AGM despite jet fuel shortages from the Middle East conflict, with prices soaring to over $140/barrel. European carriers remain vulnerable but optimistic, while Gulf airlines face disruptions from the war.
The UAE has lifted all aviation restrictions imposed since the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes against Iran, restoring normal flight operations after a comprehensive security assessment. The move follows a Pakistan-mediated ceasefire and signals a major recovery for Middle East aviation, which saw over 11,000 cancellations during the conflict.
Russian authorities temporarily halted flight operations at Pulkovo Airport in St. Petersburg and Sheremetyevo Airport in Moscow on May 3. The restrictions were introduced to guarantee aviation safety, according to Rosaviatsiya.
Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) announced temporary airspace restrictions in the Sheremetyevo area. The airport is operating under government coordination, with potential changes to flight schedules.
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) will resume flights from Baku to Tel Aviv and Dubai from May 3, 2026. The move responds to growing passenger demand and aims to strengthen commercial and tourism ties with the Middle East.
