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Air Astana launches SES multi-orbit Wi-Fi on first A321LR, plans fleet expansion

Air Astana has brought SES inflight connectivity into service on its first Airbus A321LR, with plans to extend the multi-orbit Wi-Fi service across its fleet. Access is free for all passengers through Jan. 31; the available reports do not specify which passengers will retain free access afterward.

Also: Business Traveller

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2026-11-02T01:34:19.704550-08:00

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SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

ispace Strengthens Saudi Arabia Operations With Anas Al-Shuwayer Appointment

By SpaceWatch Global: ispace appoints Anas Al-Shuwayer to lead its Saudi subsidiary as the lunar exploration company expands local partnerships and operations.

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2026-11-02T01:35:14.516731-08:00

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FlightGlobal • Greg Waldron

Malaysia’s first FA-50Ms land in Kuantan

By FlightGlobal: Korea-built jets are central to air force’s modernisation plans, and first FA-50s delivered with a new AESA radar. Malaysia’s air force has received its first pair of Korea Aerospace Industries FA-50M light attack jets.

Also: Yonhap News Agency

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2026-11-02T00:04:47.601994-08:00

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AINonline • PETER SHAW-SMITH

ExecuJet Middle East Reaps Rewards of Patient Strategy

By AINonline: When it officially opened at the end of 2024, ExecuJet’s FBO at Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) in Dubai was intended by the global chain to make a “be-all and end-all” statement, unrivaled by regional—and possibly even global—standards for sheer size and luxury.

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2026-11-02T01:04:43.570647-08:00

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FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

Red Wings names former airport group director as new chief executive

By FlightGlobal: Carrier plans to introduce new Russian-built aircraft for fleet modernisation. Russian carrier Red Wings has appointed airport group Novaport Holding’s head, Roman Chuev, as its new chief executive.

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2026-11-02T01:04:46.913872-08:00

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Bloomberg • Mihir Mishra

IndiGo to Offer Lie-Flat Beds to Lure Long-Haul Business Fliers

By Bloomberg: IndiGo will introduce a three-class cabin on its Airbus SE A350 fleet as India’s largest airline broadens its appeal beyond its traditional no-frills offering and expands long-haul operations, its top executive said.

Also: Skift

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2026-11-02T01:04:49.626236-08:00

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Bloomberg • Kate Duffy

Ryanair’s Musk Feud Simmers On as CEO Sees Marketing Opportunity

By Bloomberg: Ryanair Holdings Plc Chief Executive Officer Michael O’Leary said he has no intention to reconcile with Elon Musk after getting into a public spat earlier this year over the economics of installing SpaceX’s Starlink Wi-Fi system on its aircraft.

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2026-11-02T01:05:00.963371-08:00

aviation Europe Aircraft Demand: Airline Distress & Consolidation Airlines

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