Western companies that own the planes face little prospect of getting them back, meaning billions of dollars in losses.
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How the War in Ukraine Is Affecting Travel
How travelers feel the effects of Russia’s assault on Ukraine depends largely on where they’re going, though the price of oil will weigh on all airfares, even domestic.
Aeroflot, Russia’s State Airline, Says it Will Suspend International Flights
Russia’s airline industry has been hit hard as countries around the world have imposed sanctions on the country for its invasion of Ukraine.
The Best Time to Use Your Airline Points and Miles
If you’re thinking of traveling and you’ve got points or miles sitting in airline and credit card accounts, the time to cash in may have arrived. Here’s what you need to know.
Ukrainian Invasion Adds to Chaos for Global Supply Chains
Russia’s military incursion is severing key supply chains and setting off a scramble among global companies to comply with new sanctions.
More Countries Close Airspace to Russian Planes Over Ukraine Invasion
The E.U. and Canada barred Russian planes in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
Air France, Lufthansa and SAS Limit Flights to Ukraine
Lufthansa and Scandinavian Airlines also canceled flights to Kyiv as fears grow of a Russian invasion.
As Gale Made an Extreme Sport of Heathrow Landings, He Called the Plays
Jerry Dyer became a media sensation after filming, and commenting on, planes landing at the London airport during a howling storm.
Travel Trends for Spring 2022
With Omicron cases ebbing, the industry is looking for a significant rebound in spring and summer. Here’s what to expect, in the air, at the rental car counter and beyond.
Iceland Plane Crash Kills 4 People, Including Celebrated Aviator
Josh Neuman, 22, an American skateboarder, and Haraldur Diego, 50, an Icelandic pilot, were among those said to have died in the crash of a small aircraft.