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Aviation Week • Adrian Schofield

Pieter Elbers resigns as IndiGo CEO with immediate effect amid operational crisis

Pieter Elbers resigned as IndiGo CEO with immediate effect on March 10, 2026, ending a tenure that began in September 2022. Rahul Bhatia will serve as interim CEO as the carrier grapples with fallout from a high‑profile December operational meltdown; Elbers' reported annual salary was ~₹5 crore plus bonuses.

Skift • Peden Doma Bhutia

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Steps Down Immediately After December Operational Meltdown

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IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers resigns amid operational turmoil; Rahul Bhatia named interim chief

Also: One Mile at a Time, New Indian Express, stattimes.com, newsable.asianetnews.com, ANI News Agency, Airways Magazine, AirInsight and 4 more

2026-03-10T06:59:15.959840-07:00

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Middle East War 2026: Ongoing Uncertainty Threatens Regional Airlines and Raises Risks for Airbus, Boeing

By Leeham News: By Scott Hamilton March 10, 2026, © Leeham News: The end of the war in the Middle East appears to be on a path of continued uncertainty and confusion, with no end in sight.

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Poland’s Port Polska plans greenfield hub between Warsaw and Łódź with national high‑speed rail and road upgrades

By FlightGlobal: Poland is advancing a major infrastructure initiative with Port Polska, the country's strategic investment programme led by Centralny Port Komunikacyjny.

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Starlink Restructures In‑Flight Pricing, Sparking 'Bait‑and‑Switch' Backlash from General Aviation Pilots

By Flying Magazine: In late February and early March 2026, Starlink abruptly restructured how its in-flight internet works for general aviation pilots—and many in the GA community are calling it a classic bait-and-switch.

Also: Aviation Week and stateaviationjournal.com

2026-03-10T07:33:18.896510-07:00

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MAGA Backlash Targets United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Over Perceived Political Shift

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: Scott Kirby of United Airlines faces backlash from MAGA supporters over perceived shifts in his political stance and past policies.

Also: Aviation A2Z

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British Airways Helps American Airlines Resolve Catering Shortages at London Heathrow

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: British Airways is assisting American Airlines with a catering crisis at London Heathrow, addressing supply issues and service adjustments.

Also: View from the Wing

2026-03-10T05:58:07.465607-07:00

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Joby to Begin U.S. Operations in 2026 Under White House Air Taxi Program

By Business Wire: Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced it has been selected as a partner ...

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Joby to begin eVTOL passenger operations in 2026 across 10 U.S. states under White House air taxi program

Joby Aviation

Joby to Begin U.S. eVTOL Air Taxi Operations in 2026 Under White House Program

Also: Joby Aviation, worldairnews.co.za, stocktwits.com and Bloomberg Law

2026-03-09T17:51:26.574890-07:00

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AirInsight • Addison Schonland

Honda Reveals Hybrid eVTOL After Four Years in Stealth — 400 Flights, 249‑Mile Range

By AirInsight: Honda’s hybrid-electric eVTOL emerges after four years in stealth with 400 flight tests and a 249-mile range—far beyond most battery-only air taxi designs.

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Pieter Elbers resigns as IndiGo CEO with immediate effect amid operational crisis

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Steps Down Immediately After December Operational Meltdown

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers resigns amid operational turmoil; Rahul Bhatia named interim chief

Middle East War 2026: Ongoing Uncertainty Threatens Regional Airlines and Raises Risks for Airbus, Boeing

Poland’s Port Polska plans greenfield hub between Warsaw and Łódź with national high‑speed rail and road upgrades

Starlink Restructures In‑Flight Pricing, Sparking 'Bait‑and‑Switch' Backlash from General Aviation Pilots

MAGA Backlash Targets United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Over Perceived Political Shift

British Airways Helps American Airlines Resolve Catering Shortages at London Heathrow

Joby to Begin U.S. Operations in 2026 Under White House Air Taxi Program

Joby to begin eVTOL passenger operations in 2026 across 10 U.S. states under White House air taxi program

Joby to Begin U.S. eVTOL Air Taxi Operations in 2026 Under White House Program

Honda Reveals Hybrid eVTOL After Four Years in Stealth — 400 Flights, 249‑Mile Range

Pieter Elbers Resigns as IndiGo CEO Following Major Network Meltdown

MAGA Backlash Targets United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Over Perceived Political Shift

Starlink Restructures In‑Flight Pricing, Sparking 'Bait‑and‑Switch' Backlash from General Aviation Pilots

Middle East War 2026: Ongoing Uncertainty Threatens Regional Airlines and Raises Risks for Airbus, Boeing

Poland’s Port Polska plans greenfield hub between Warsaw and Łódź with national high‑speed rail and road upgrades

Indian carriers report $576M losses despite rising domestic demand

Indian carriers report $576M losses despite rising domestic demand

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