Delta Air Lines is increasing its investment in Texas, with Austin potentially becoming its next hub. The carrier has established a base with 100 flight attendants at the airport, secured 15 gates, and is opening another lounge. Delta will launch Austin's first nonstop service to Europe with a route to Paris on March 27, 2027. CEO Ed Bastian has signaled intentions to grow further in Austin and San Antonio.
OAG published Megahubs 2026, ranking the world's most internationally connected airports. Istanbul Airport (IST) takes first place globally for the first time, with connections to 337 destinations; Turkish Airlines operates 80% of flights there. London Heathrow (LHR) moves into second place, though potential connections on the busiest day fell 6% year-on-year, partly reflecting ongoing Middle East schedule disruption. Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) holds third, and Kuala Lumpur (KUL) retains fourth and remains Asia's most connected airport, with destinations rising to 154. Chicago O'Hare (ORD) rises to fifth, with potential connections up 9.8% and destinations expanding from 297 to 308. Asia Paci…