News from FlightGlobal – Page 43
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NewsRoyal Jordanian claims progress as it turns in full-year operating profit
Royal Jordanian is claiming progress in its effort to restore financial stability, after turning in a full-year operating profit of JD11.8 million ($16.6 million) and reducing net losses. Its net loss fell from JD8.7 million to JD3.5 million. The carrier suffered from the impact of the Gaza conflict, and its ...
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NewsChina Eastern eyes international expansion, with North America noticeably absent
China Eastern Airlines says it intends to “vigorously” grow its international network, with flights to Africa, Europe and Asia planned.
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NewsSpirit Airlines regains US stock listing following financial restructuring
US discounter Spirit Airlines has been approved by the NYSE American for listing several months after filing for bankruptcy protection and being removed from the New York Stock Exchange.
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NewsAir Tanzania should review aircraft operation model after persistent losses: auditor
Auditors of Air Tanzania are recommending that the carrier collaborates with the government on a study to determine the most suitable aircraft operation model, after revealing continuing heavy losses at the company. This should include an assessment as to whether it should continue to use Airbus A220s, after its fleet ...
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NewsWizz Air leans heavily on sustainable fuel to stay on net-zero course
Central European budget carrier Wizz Air has placed sustainable aviation fuel at the centre of a decarbonisation strategy, as it expresses concern that efforts to achieve net-zero emissions are derailing. The airline says its net-zero roadmap “offers a realistic path”, by concentrating on sustainable fuel, aircraft technology, and air traffic ...
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NewsCathay Pacific, EVA Air add Dallas to North American network
Cathay Pacific has began operations to Dallas Fort Worth, the eighth city in its North American network.
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NewsPakistan bans Indian flights from airspace as tensions rise after Pahalgam attack
Pakistani authorities have barred Indian aircraft from the country’s airspace, as tensions between the two sides rise in the aftermath of a 22 April attack on tourists near Pahalgam. The move has been detailed in a NOTAM effective 25 April. It states that Pakistan airspace is “not available” to Indian-registered ...
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NewsUnited places ‘conditional’ order for up to 200 of JetZero’s blended-wing airliners
United Airlines has become the latest major US carrier to throw support behind start-up JetZero’s development of a blended-wing-body airliner.
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NewsAmerican Airlines cites ‘uncertainties’ as it withdraws full-year guidance
US major American Airlines has withdrawn its full-year guidance as it grapples with economic uncertainties emanating from its home country.
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NewsIndiGo appoints ex-FAA administrator Whitaker to board
IndiGo has appointed former FAA administrator Michael Whitaker as an independent director.
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NewsCathay taking ‘proactive steps’ to guard against likely tariff impact
Cathay Pacific Group has warned of possible impact from the ongoing trade war between the USA and China, with cargo demand expected to soften in the coming months.
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NewsPhilippine Airlines picks former SriLankan chief as new leader
Philippine Airlines has appointed its first foreign leader, tapping on former SriLankan CEO Richard Nuttall to lead the national carrier.
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NewsAlaska and Southwest join other US carriers in reporting softer demand
Southwest now expects full-year passenger capacity to increase by roughly 1%, presenting a picture of growth at a near-standstill amid broad economic uncertainty.
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NewsCanada’s Cargojet hauls record Q1 revenue amid ‘decoupling’ of US and Canadian supply chains
Freight carrier Cargojet reports a surge of cargo entering Canada directly as other countries seek to avoid US tariffs, boosting its first-quarter revenue to record levels.
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NewsAir Canada names Mark Galardo chief commercial officer amid executive shuffle
Air Canada is changing the job descriptions of three lead executives, effective 1 May.
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NewsSaudia Group orders batch of A330neos for Flyadeal
Saudia Group has signed for up to 20 Airbus A330neo twinjets, with the 10 firm aircraft being allocated to budget arm Flyadeal.
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NewsVirgin Atlantic to open Korean service in early 2026
UK-based SkyTeam alliance carrier Virgin Atlantic is to open services to the South Korean capital Seoul ahead of the summer season next year.
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NewsBOC Aviation places five A321neos with Thai
Lessor BOC Aviation has placed five Airbus A321neos with Thai Airways International.
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NewsQatar Airways, IAG and MASkargo plan joint freight business
Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and Malaysia Airlines’ MASkargo intend to form a global joint freight business under plans announced on 22 April.
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NewsAlaska seeks to gain San Diego market share from Southwest and other competitors
Alaska Airlines is stepping up pressure on Southwest Airlines and other major US airlines with an increased network presence in San Diego.