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Heathrow completes £1bn CT‑scanner rollout; liquids up to 2L and laptops stay in bags across all terminals

Heathrow has finished a £1 billion rollout of computed tomography (CT) scanners across all terminals, allowing passengers to carry liquids in up to two‑litre containers and leave laptops in hand luggage. The upgrade aims to speed security throughput, cut queue times and plastic‑bag use, though installations exposed inconsistent rules and confusion.

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Heathrow completes CT-scanner rollout, ending liquid limits and boosting security throughput

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Adani Group and Embraer to announce pact to assemble commercial aircraft in India next week

By Reuters: Billionaire Gautam Adani's aerospace and defence business and Brazil's Embraer will announce a tie-up next week to assemble commercial aircraft in India, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said, boosting the country's civil aviation industry.

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Runway Girl • Becca Alkema

Op-Ed: Preparing for the crises you can't see coming

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10 U.S. Universities Cleared to Let ATC Candidates Skip FAA Academy, Easing Controller Shortage

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Electra’s Diana Siegel on EL9 hybrid-electric ultra‑STOL nine‑seater capabilities (video)

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AINonline • Matt Thurber

Citadel Completions rebrands as Citadel Aviation and expands into full-service completions, refurbishment and MRO

By AINonline: Company expands into full-service completions, refurbishment, and maintenance provider.

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AirInsight • Addison Schonland

IndiGo’s A321XLR: Route Expansion Potential vs. Cabin and Service Challenges

By AirInsight: The A321XLR gives IndiGo reach into Europe and Asia—but cabin layout, service flow, and passenger tolerance may define its success.

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Air France-KLM Group’s Flying Blue Loyalty Program Launches ‘Flying Blue Experiences’

By Breitflyte: Air France-KLM Group has announced that their Flying Blue loyalty program has launched ‘Flying Blue Experiences,’ allowing members to enjoy exclusive benefits using their miles.

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Heathrow completes £1bn CT‑scanner rollout; liquids up to 2L and laptops stay in bags across all terminals

Heathrow deploys next-generation passenger-screening technology to overhaul airport security

Heathrow completes CT-scanner rollout, ending liquid limits and boosting security throughput

Adani Group and Embraer to announce pact to assemble commercial aircraft in India next week

Op-Ed: Preparing for the crises you can't see coming

10 U.S. Universities Cleared to Let ATC Candidates Skip FAA Academy, Easing Controller Shortage

Electra’s Diana Siegel on EL9 hybrid-electric ultra‑STOL nine‑seater capabilities (video)

Citadel Completions rebrands as Citadel Aviation and expands into full-service completions, refurbishment and MRO

IndiGo’s A321XLR: Route Expansion Potential vs. Cabin and Service Challenges

Air France-KLM Group’s Flying Blue Loyalty Program Launches ‘Flying Blue Experiences’

10 U.S. Universities Cleared to Let ATC Candidates Skip FAA Academy, Easing Controller Shortage

Adani Group and Embraer to announce pact to assemble commercial aircraft in India next week

Op-Ed: Preparing for the crises you can't see coming

Air France-KLM Group’s Flying Blue Loyalty Program Launches ‘Flying Blue Experiences’

London's Heathrow eases liquid and laptop rules after £1 billion security upgrade

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