Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) has announced the winners of its 2026 APEX Best Awards, recognizing airlines across a range of passenger experience categories. Coverage of the awards reports that categories include amenities such as onboard WiFi and food and drink, alongside broader rankings for airline service. The results name Virgin Atlantic as the top airline in Europe, according to the reports. The award list is described as part of the APEX Best Awards, which are presented by the Airline Passenger Experience Association. While different outlets focus on various aspects of the awards—such as individual experience categories—both sources agree on the central outcome: APEX has selected its 2026 “best” airlines for global and regional recognition. The reports do not specify additional country-by-country winners beyond Virgin Atlantic’s top placement in Europe, but they confirm the awards are issued through APEX and include multiple passenger-facing experience criteria. The announcements are presented as part of the 2026 awards cycle.