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Associated Press • Jon Gambrell

Dubai International Airport handles record 95.2 million passengers in 2025

Dubai International Airport handled a record 95.2 million passengers in 2025, retaining its position as the world’s busiest airport for travelers. The total marks a new annual high for DXB and underscores its central role in global passenger flows.

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2026-02-10T20:18:38.777744-08:00

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The Air Current • Jon Ostrower

Boeing retires final 787 test aircraft after 16 years

By The Air Current: Boeing has decommissioned its last 787-8 test aircraft, a workhorse for the plane maker for over a decade and a half and a symbol of the company’s massive investment in development of the advanced jetliner.

2026-02-10T17:54:03.831822-08:00

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Uzbekistan CAA Suspends Tashkent Air AOC, Grounding Carrier Pending Probe

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2026-02-10T19:34:26.348921-08:00

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2026-02-10T21:00:29.784037-08:00

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Reuters • Dan Catchpole

Boeing to open fourth 737 MAX production line in Everett, WA, mid‑summer

By Reuters: Boeing plans to open a fourth 737 MAX production line in Everett, Washington, in midsummer, a Boeing executive said on Tuesday at an aerospace suppliers conference.

aviationnews.eu

Boeing to Open Fourth 737 MAX Line to Accelerate Production Ramp-Up

The Business Journals

Boeing to open new 737 MAX 10 production line in Everett this summer

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2026-02-10T11:54:52.459544-08:00

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Aviacionline • Edgardo Gimenez Mazó

Lufthansa Group pilots and cabin crew to strike on Feb. 12, risking wide passenger and cargo disruption

By Aviacionline: Lufthansa pilots and cabin crew to strike on February 12 A massive walkout by pilots and flight attendants is set to paralyze the Lufthansa Group on February 12 over pensions and workplace safety.

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Lufthansa Pilots and Cabin Crew to Strike on 12 Feb Over Pensions and Job Security

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Lufthansa faces nationwide disruption on Thursday as pilots and cabin crew announce 24-hour strike

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Airways Magazine • Helwing Villamizar

JetBlue and United launch 'Blue Sky' cross-selling — cash and miles accepted; mixed‑carrier itineraries next

By Airways Magazine: JetBlue and United now sell eligible flights on both sites with cash or points/miles; mixed-carrier itineraries next.

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JetBlue and United Expand Blue Sky Partnership to Enable Direct Cross‑Carrier Bookings

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JetBlue and United Enable Direct Cross‑Airline Bookings Using Cash and Loyalty Points

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2026-02-10T13:15:45.787681-08:00

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Reuters • Allison Lampert, David Shepardson

Canada expected to announce certification of Gulfstream jets, FAA says

By Reuters: The head of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said on Tuesday he expected Canada would announce it was certifying some Gulfstream business jets that had been delayed for years, resolving an issue highlighted by President Donald Trump.

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Dubai International Airport handles record 95.2 million passengers in 2025

Boeing retires final 787 test aircraft after 16 years

Uzbekistan CAA Suspends Tashkent Air AOC, Grounding Carrier Pending Probe

Kyrgyzstan’s Asman Airlines to add Airbus A321s by year-end 2026

Boeing to open fourth 737 MAX production line in Everett, WA, mid‑summer

Boeing to Open Fourth 737 MAX Line to Accelerate Production Ramp-Up

Boeing to open new 737 MAX 10 production line in Everett this summer

Lufthansa Group pilots and cabin crew to strike on Feb. 12, risking wide passenger and cargo disruption

Lufthansa Pilots and Cabin Crew to Strike on 12 Feb Over Pensions and Job Security

Lufthansa faces nationwide disruption on Thursday as pilots and cabin crew announce 24-hour strike

JetBlue and United launch 'Blue Sky' cross-selling — cash and miles accepted; mixed‑carrier itineraries next

JetBlue and United Expand Blue Sky Partnership to Enable Direct Cross‑Carrier Bookings

JetBlue and United Enable Direct Cross‑Airline Bookings Using Cash and Loyalty Points

Canada expected to announce certification of Gulfstream jets, FAA says

Kyrgyzstan’s Asman Airlines to add Airbus A321s by year-end 2026

Dubai International Airport handled a record 95.2 million passengers in 2025

Uzbekistan CAA Suspends Tashkent Air AOC, Grounding Carrier Pending Probe

Boeing retires final 787 test aircraft after 16 years

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