AirGuide Business – Travel Security & Health is a source of global travel information to prepare for a safe journey, and to keep you up-to-date on destination health, security, weather or other hazards with related news and feature articles, special reports and analysis.

Middle East Airspace Closures Impact Flights Amid Iran’s Drone Attack on Israel

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:45-04:00 April 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airport Business, Security|

Following a recent drone attack launched by Iran on Israel, several nations in the Middle East have decided to close their airspace, resulting in significant disruptions to international flight operations. This strategic decision has grounded numerous flights and required others to divert, affecting thousands of travelers and major airline schedules across the region. The airspace [...]

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Lufthansa Halts Flights to Iran Amid Rising Tensions, While Austrian Airlines Continues Service

By | 2024-04-24T15:29:12-04:00 April 11th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airport Business, Security|

As geopolitical tensions heighten, Lufthansa has opted to cancel all flights to and from Iran up to the upcoming Saturday, according to a spokesperson from the airline. This decision comes amidst U.S. intelligence reports indicating potential imminent threats to Israeli assets by Iran or its proxies. The German flag carrier, which usually operates five weekly [...]

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Elderly Passenger Sues American Airlines After Suffering Cardiac Arrest Post-Delay

By | 2024-04-24T15:29:12-04:00 April 10th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Travel Health|

Pamela Harrison, a 71-year-old passenger, has initiated a lawsuit against American Airlines, claiming negligence and breach of contract after she allegedly suffered a cardiac arrest following a prolonged delay. The incident occurred on a flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago O’Hare on May 7, 2023. Harrison, who requires mobility assistance due to walking issues [...]

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Navigating Airport Wi-Fi: How to Secure Your Data While Traveling

By | 2024-04-24T15:29:14-04:00 April 8th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Airport Business, Airports, Security|

When traveling, staying connected is essential, but using public Wi-Fi, especially at airports, comes with risks. According to a 2023 Forbes Advisor survey, 43% of Americans who regularly use public Wi-Fi have experienced security compromises. This statistic underscores the need for caution when connecting to networks in places frequented by travelers, such as airports, cafes, [...]

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Delta Passenger Calls for Policy Revision After Being Removed for Dress Code Issue

By | 2024-04-15T09:40:50-04:00 April 3rd, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Security|

Lisa Archbold, a passenger on a Delta Air Lines flight, is advocating for a change in the airline's dress code policy after being escorted off a plane for not wearing a bra. The incident, which occurred during a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, has sparked a conversation about clothing policies and discrimination. [...]

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Argentina and US Appeal to ICAO Over Venezuela’s Airspace Closure

By | 2024-04-02T17:14:29-04:00 March 29th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Air Cargo, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airport Business, Security|

In a move reflecting escalating tensions in international aviation, the governments of Argentina and the United States have formally appealed to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) concerning Venezuela's decision to close its airspace to all Argentinian-registered aircraft. This drastic measure comes in the wake of Venezuela's response to Argentina's involvement in the seizure and [...]

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Air France Flight Marks Historic Transatlantic Transport of Donor Heart with XVIVO’s Cutting-Edge Technology

By | 2024-04-05T09:55:48-04:00 March 26th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Travel Health|

In a pioneering collaboration that marries aviation and medical innovation, a donor heart was transported across the Atlantic Ocean on an Air France flight, setting a new precedent in organ transplants. This groundbreaking journey, made possible by XVIVO’s Heart Assist Transport technology, involved carrying the heart of a 48-year-old man from the French West Indies [...]

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Major Security Breach: Over 3 Million Hotel Rooms Vulnerable to Instant Keycard Hacking

By | 2024-04-02T17:38:53-04:00 March 24th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Hotel Business, Hotels & Resorts, Security, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

In an alarming revelation for travelers, a recent investigation has uncovered a critical security flaw that puts over 3 million hotel rooms at risk worldwide. Dubbed “Unsaflok,” this hacking technique exploits vulnerabilities in the RFID-based keycard locks manufactured by the Swiss company Dormakaba, known for their Saflok brand systems. According to a detailed report by [...]

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Romania Tops the List of Europe’s Most Dangerous Countries for Drivers

By | 2024-03-27T17:08:18-04:00 March 22nd, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Destination, Security, Travel Business & GDS OTA, Travel Tips|

A recent study has shed light on the risks travelers face when driving in Europe, revealing that Romania is the continent's most perilous country for road users. According to data from the European Transport Safety Council, analyzed by Vignetteswitzerland.com, Romania recorded 85.81 road deaths per million inhabitants in 2022, positioning it at the top of [...]

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IranAir Faces Potential Europe Ban Amid G7 Warnings Over Missile Allegations

By | 2024-04-03T09:57:44-04:00 March 22nd, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Government & Regulatory, Security|

IranAir, the national carrier of Iran, finds itself at the center of international tensions but was notably absent from the latest round of US sanctions announced on March 20 targeting Iran-related entities. This development comes amidst stark warnings from the Group of Seven (G7) nations, suggesting a potential ban on the airline's operations in Europe [...]

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FBI Alerts Passengers of Potential Crime Involvement Following Alaska Airlines In-Flight Emergency

By | 2024-03-27T17:08:19-04:00 March 21st, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Aircraft Engines & Suppliers, Airline Business, Airlines, Security|

In a recent communication, the FBI has notified passengers of an Alaska Airlines flight that experienced a dramatic mid-flight incident in January, suggesting they might have been involved in a criminal act. The legal representative for several affected travelers, Mark Lindquist, disclosed the FBI's correspondence originating from their Seattle office, which was distributed to the [...]

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Flight Diverted: Woman’s Outburst Leads to Emergency Landing on Jetstar’s Melbourne to Bali Route

By | 2024-03-27T17:08:19-04:00 March 21st, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Security|

A Jetstar flight bound for Bali was dramatically diverted back to Melbourne after a woman's erratic behavior caused chaos mid-air, leading to what has been dubbed a "passenger from hell" scenario. The incident, which unfolded on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, saw the aircraft making an unexpected return to its origin, not long after departure, due [...]

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