A groundbreaking shift in aviation is on the horizon with JetZero’s innovative “blended wing” aircraft. Partnering with Delta Air Lines, JetZero aims to revolutionize commercial flights with its fuel-efficient, nacho-shaped airframe. This futuristic aircraft, expected to reduce fuel consumption by 50%, can accommodate over 250 passengers and is set for commercial operations by 2030, with test flights beginning in 2027.

Meanwhile, Airbus is exploring a controversial double-decker seat design, while Boom’s supersonic XB-1 jet recently broke the sound barrier, aiming for passenger flights by 2029.

In airport developments, Pakistan’s $240 million Gwadar Airport remains largely unused, while China is building the world’s largest artificial island airport. In the UK, London Heathrow’s long-delayed third runway has been approved.

Travel disruptions continue, with Eurostar trains halted after an unexploded WWII bomb was discovered near Paris. In the U.S., an American Airlines flight witnessed passenger altercations, and Delta’s captain reassured anxious flyers amid rising aviation concerns.

Lastly, the legendary Kingda Ka roller coaster at Six Flags, once the world’s tallest and fastest, was demolished to make way for new attractions by 2026.