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Lufthansa Suspends Tehran Flights Until January 28
German airline Lufthansa has temporarily suspended its flights to Tehran until January 28, 2026, due to ongoing protests in Iran. The decision was announced by the company’s press office. Lufthansa officials had previously stated that flights could resume on January 16 despite protests that began in late December 2025. However, in light of current developments in Iran, the airline decided…
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Lufthansa Group Selects Starlink for Inflight Internet Service
The Lufthansa Group has announced that it has chosen Starlink for its inflight internet service. The company stated that high-speed internet infrastructure will be installed on approximately 850 aircraft across its fleet. Starlink-powered internet access will be offered free of charge in all travel classes for members of the Lufthansa Group’s loyalty program. The installation process is set to begin…
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Lufthansa A320 Aircraft Experienced a Bird Strike, Diverted to Budapest
Lufthansa flight #LH1668, operating from Munich to Cluj, an Airbus A320 registered D-AIZP, performed a go-around in Cluj, Romania due to a flock of birds and subsequently diverted to Budapest. During the go-around maneuver, the aircraft’s right engine experienced a bird strike. As part of safe operational procedures, the crew decided not to continue the flight to Cluj and diverted…
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Lufthansa Delivers Its 100th Anniversary Special Livery Aircraft “Berlin”
Lufthansa has added the first aircraft featuring its special 100th anniversary livery to its fleet. The Boeing 787-9, named “Berlin” and registered D-ABPU, landed at Frankfurt International Airport following its delivery flight from Boeing’s facilities in Everett, Washington. The aircraft features an iconic design that blends tradition with the future. A deep blue fuselage is highlighted by a giant white…
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Death on Board a Lufthansa Flight
On Lufthansa flight LH722 operating from Munich to Beijing, an Airbus A350-900 registered D-AIXO, a passenger became unwell while the aircraft was over the Central Asia region. The cabin crew, along with a doctor on board, provided initial medical assistance. As the passenger’s condition deteriorated, the pilots decided to make an emergency landing in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Despite all medical efforts,…
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Lufthansa to Celebrate Its 100th Anniversary with Six Specially Liveried Aircraft
As part of preparations for its 100th anniversary to be celebrated in 2026, Lufthansa has unveiled its specially designed aircraft. The German flag carrier will operate six different aircraft types from its fleet featuring a “100th Anniversary” themed special livery. The first member of the special fleet, the Boeing 787-9 registered as D-ABPU and named “Berlin,” is expected to be…
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Lufthansa to Launch Munich – Istanbul Flights 🇩🇪
Germany’s flag carrier airline Lufthansa will begin scheduled flights from Munich to Istanbul Airport as of March 29, 2026. The flights will be operated every day of the week during nighttime hours. With these flights, Lufthansa will resume operations on this route.
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Lufthansa Group Unveils New Brand Identity
Lufthansa Group has introduced a comprehensive brand identity refresh effective today. The primary aim of this change is to make the Group’s corporate structure and the overall strength of its service offerings more visible. With the new design, the company seeks to ensure that its services are more clearly understood under one unified umbrella brand. One of the main elements…
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Federal Court Rules in Favor of Passenger Against Lufthansa
Lufthansa claimed a fare violation and demanded €414 from a passenger who changed their travel plans due to an urgent family visit and did not use the final flight segment. After the passenger’s lawyer brought the matter to court, the situation gained a legal dimension. Although the airline withdrew its claim, the Federal Court of Germany issued a precedent-setting decision…
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Lufthansa Refuses to Allow Violinist Carolin Widmann’s Violin Case on Board
Lufthansa has come under criticism for allowing German violinist Carolin Widmann to bring her 1782 Guadagnini violin into the cabin, but refusing to accept its protective case. The airline argued that the violin case exceeded the size limit for carry-on items, but Widmann had encountered the same issue multiple times before. Despite explaining to the Lufthansa crew in Helsinki that…
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