Silverjet, the all business-class carrier, has become the third airline to cease operations after a key funding deal did not come through as expected. Silverjet operated service to Newark, NJ, and Dubai from its base at London’s Luton Airport. A statement from Silverjet says that the airline is still in discussions for funding but that nothing had materialized yet. Its last flight departed Dubai Friday morning.

Iberia said on Thursday it would drop its bid for Spanair, shortly after the chairman said Iberia was rethinking its stance on the offer because of hard times in the sector.

At least five people were killed and 65 injured Friday when a jet owned by Central America's TACA airlines crashed while trying to land at the Tegucigalpa airport, rescue personnel said.

UK event and exhibition planners will soon have direct access to San Diego when Zoom Airlines’ new direct flights from London Gatwick to San Diego take-off in June. The San Diego Convention Centre (SDCC) is one of the largest convention centers in North America with award winning facilities and services attracting some of the largest events and exhibitors from all over world.

Ryanair announced the launch of Ryanairvillas.com, which will give property owners the chance to advertise holiday rentals on Europe’s largest travel site.

With new tour operator support, cruise ship interest, improved air access, and natural and cultural assets which are arguably among the most authentic and well preserved in the region, Dominica is emerging as ‘one to watch’ in the Caribbean.