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Hard Landing Leads Wizz Air to Ground Aircraft for Inspection

Hard Landing Leads Wizz Air to Ground Aircraft for Inspection

A Wizz Air plane struggled to land at Madeira Airport yesterday, bouncing on the runway before settling. The landing was recorded and posted online. A replacement aircraft was brought in for the return flight, allowing the plane to go into inspection.

Binter Restarts Twice-Weekly Direct Flights to Marrakech

Binter Restarts Twice-Weekly Direct Flights to Marrakech

Binter Canarias reconnects Madeira and Marrakesh with two weekly direct flights this summer. Passengers can expect a 2 hours of flight aboard a 72-seat aircraft

Scandinavian Airlines Set to Launch Direct Flights to Madeira

Scandinavian Airlines Set to Launch Direct Flights to Madeira

Scandinavian Airlines announced it will launch a new winter route from Copenhagen to Madeira.

International Air Traffic Increases 15%, Domestic Travel Decreases

International Air Traffic Increases 15%, Domestic Travel Decreases

In March 2025, more than 440,000 passengers used Madeira’s airports. International travel grew significantly by 15,8%, while domestic travel decreased.

TAP's Funchal–Faro Flights Could Last All Year!

TAP's Funchal–Faro Flights Could Last All Year!

With a 442% increase in U.S. passenger tourism since 2015, TAP's new Funchal–Faro route, launching this June, could evolve into a year-round connection!

Woman Arriving from UK Faces 6 Years in Prison for 1997 Drug Crime

Woman Arriving from UK Faces 6 Years in Prison for 1997 Drug Crime

Time ran out for a fugitive woman who committed a drug trafficking crime in 1997. She was arrested this week at Madeira Airport upon arrival and now faces a six-year prison sentence.

Brussels Airlines Relaunches Direct Flight Madeira-Brussels

Brussels Airlines Relaunches Direct Flight Madeira-Brussels

Brussels Airlines has relaunched its direct Madeira-Brussels route, celebrating the return with a special event at Madeira Airport.

TAP Launches Direct Flights Between Faro and Madeira

TAP Launches Direct Flights Between Faro and Madeira

TAP Air Portugal launches a direct Faro-Madeira route, operating twice weekly from June 2 to September 11, with round-trip fares starting at €240.

United Airlines Launches Direct Flight from Madeira to New York

United Airlines Launches Direct Flight from Madeira to New York

Starting June 8, United Airlines introduces direct flights from Madeira to Newark, New York. Fares are around €560 one way, offering the only direct US connection for Madeira travelers.

New Mobility Subsidy Goes Live in 10 Days

New Mobility Subsidy Goes Live in 10 Days

In 10 days, the new mobility subsidy model for air travel between the Azores, Madeira, and mainland Portugal takes effect. Flying will become slightly cheaper, but there is more. Here's everything you need to know!

EasyJet Plane Makes Spectacular Go-Around at Madeira Airport

EasyJet Plane Makes Spectacular Go-Around at Madeira Airport

Watch the EasyJet from Bordeaux āœˆļø that was forced to abort its landing at Madeira Airport today due to š˜„š—¶š—»š—±š˜€š—µš—²š—®š—æ, executing a last-second go-around.