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SriLankan ups Melbourne services to 10 weekly, adds ~92,000 seats annually

SriLankan Airlines will increase services to Melbourne to ten weekly flights, adding roughly 92,000 seats a year as travel demand to South Asia surges from Melbourne Airport. The capacity uplift bolsters the carrier’s Australian connectivity and adds seasonal resilience to the market.

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SriLankan ups Melbourne services to 10 weekly, adds ~92,000 seats annually

SriLankan Airlines ups Melbourne flights as demand soars

Maldives' BeOnd to add Airbus A321s in 2026 as it expands its network

How the Iran Conflict Is Reshaping Airlines — Cathay Pacific’s Playbook for Profitability

Ex-SAA technician gets 18 years for aircraft parts theft

ANA and Wingtra partner on advanced drone services in Japan

Major U.S. carriers cut frequent‑flyer miles for basic‑economy passengers — implications for loyalty and revenue

LATAM aims to grow its fleet to 410 aircraft by the end of 2026

Akasa Air names new co‑founder and Chief Commercial Officer to lead commercial growth

Ex-SAA technician gets 18 years for aircraft parts theft

SriLankan Airlines to boost Melbourne services to 10 weekly, adding ~92,000 seats annually

Maldives' BeOnd to add Airbus A321s in 2026 as it expands its network

How the Iran Conflict Is Reshaping Airlines — Cathay Pacific’s Playbook for Profitability

Akasa Air names new co‑founder and Chief Commercial Officer to lead commercial growth

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