Airlines & Airports

São Paulo – September 16, 2026 -- Gol Airlines is opening new travel routes between Europe and South America, giving travelers fresh ways to reach Argentine Patagonia through Brazil.

Seasonal flights link São Paulo to Patagonia's glaciers and Antarctic gateway

The airline now offers a seasonal route from São Paulo/Guarulhos to El Calafate, with a connecting flight to Ushuaia. El Calafate serves as the entry point to Los Glaciares National Park and the Perito Moreno Glacier, while Ushuaia, nicknamed the "city at the end of the world," is one of the main departure points for Antarctica cruises.

Miami – September 15, 2026 -- Avianca has rolled out Business Class Americas across 100% of its routes within the region, giving travelers on international and select domestic flights in Colombia, Ecuador and Guatemala access to a premium cabin that previously wasn't available network-wide.

Economy passengers now get a free 22-pound carry-on on every international fare

Under its "More for Everyone" initiative, Avianca is including a 22-pound carry-on bag on all international fares, including U.S. routes. The airline has also added complimentary food and beverages on international Americas flights lasting longer than 3.5 hours, on top of its existing Café del Cielo onboard sales service.

Smyrna, Tenn. – September 15, 2026 -- Contour Airlines will begin seasonal nonstop flights between Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (CGI) in Missouri and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) in Florida starting December 16, 2026.

The route will operate every Wednesday and Saturday through March 27, 2027, giving Southeast Missouri travelers a direct option for winter getaways to Central Florida.

The airline is building on demand from an existing Florida route

Contour says strong bookings on its seasonal Cape Girardeau-to-Pensacola service showed demand for direct Florida access from the region, prompting the new Orlando Sanford route.

"Adding seasonal service between Cape Girardeau and Central Florida gives travelers in the region another convenient way to escape the winter," said Ben Munson, President of Contour Airlines.

Fort Worth, Texas – September 12, 2026 -- Travelers booking Round the World trips through oneworld.com will now receive a free subscription to Timeshifter, a jet lag app used by more than 1.7 million people worldwide.

The complimentary subscription, effective immediately, covers a customer's entire itinerary, factoring in every flight and time zone change from departure to final return.

Timeshifter builds personalized plans around each traveler's flight schedule

The app uses circadian science to generate advice tailored to a customer's flight itinerary, typical sleep pattern, chronotype, and personal preferences. Timeshifter says it is already used by astronauts, Formula One teams, and professional athletes.

Fort Worth – September 12, 2026 -- Travelers booking a Round the World ticket through oneworld.com now get a complimentary subscription to Timeshifter, a jet lag app used by more than 1.7 million people, covering every flight and time zone change in their itinerary from departure to final return.

The free subscription activates immediately for new Round the World bookings

oneworld customers typically book around seven stops and travel for about three months, crossing numerous time zones along the way. The airline alliance says the partnership is meant to help travelers feel ready to enjoy each destination rather than lose days adjusting to new schedules.

Chicago – September 11, 2026 -- GO Airport Shuttle has added Tampa International Airport (TPA) to its worldwide network, giving travelers a new upfront-priced ground transportation option with no surge pricing.

The service now covers all of Tampa, plus St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and surrounding communities. Because rides are booked in advance, passengers avoid the uncertainty of finding transportation during peak travel periods.

Three vehicle tiers cover solo travelers to large groups

Sedans start at $136, aimed at solo travelers and budget-conscious business flyers. SUVs start at $222 for families or small groups needing extra space. Private vans start at $290 and seat up to 14 passengers plus luggage, suited for corporate teams, wedding parties, and conference attendees.

Xiamen – September 09, 2026 -- XiamenAir's inaugural flight MF821 landed at Heathrow Airport on September 6, launching a direct round-trip service between Xiamen and London. The 12-hour flight departed from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport carrying 263 passengers, marking Fujian province's first direct passenger service to the British capital.

The route eliminates layovers for travelers between Fujian and the UK

Previously, passengers flying between the two cities needed to stop over in a third destination. The new nonstop service now directly connects Xiamen and London, cutting travel time and simplifying logistics for business travelers, students, and the sizable Chinese community from Fujian living in the UK.

Ontario, Calif. – September 07, 2026 -- ONT Field, home of the Ontario Tower Buzzers, the Single-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has been named the 2026 BaseballParks.com Ballpark of the Year, an honor recognizing it as one of the top fan experiences in Minor League Baseball.

The ballpark leans fully into its airport-adjacent identity.

Designed by global design firm Populous in partnership with the City of Ontario, Diamond Baseball Holdings and the Tower Buzzers, ONT Field features a center field food hall modeled after a baggage-claim carousel and a left field concourse built as an interactive runway. A vintage airplane and the runway lighting activate whenever the Tower Buzzers hit a home run.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 14, 2026 – FlyUSA, the Clearwater, Florida-based private aviation company, has built a broad range of services designed to make private air travel more accessible — from single charter flights to complete aircraft ownership and hands-on fleet management. The company has earned recognition as the fastest-growing private aviation firm in the United States for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 50 fastest-growing companies in the country. Whether a traveler needs a one-time jet rental or an organization is evaluating full aircraft acquisition, FlyUSA positions itself as a turnkey aviation partner backed by FAA and DOT authorization.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 14, 2026 – The Farnborough International Airshow 2026 (FIA2026) is confirmed for July 20–24 at Farnborough, UK, and trade registration has just opened. The five-day event brings together professionals from across aerospace, aviation, defence, and space for a packed programme of summits, exhibitions, live flying displays, and networking. Public visitors are also catered for, with a dedicated day featuring family entertainment, STEM activities, and free admission for younger attendees. With just under 100 days to go, anyone planning to attend — trade or public — can now secure their place.