Via Satellite
• Rachel Jewett
flyExclusive has been authorised by SpaceX to resell and install Starlink in‑flight connectivity and will begin fitting the LEO broadband system across its business‑jet fleet. The move expands the operator’s MRO and retrofit capabilities to deliver high‑speed onboard internet to its own aircraft and third‑party customers.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
• Mateusz Maszczynski
By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: United Airlines deems flight attendants' contract demands unrealistic, prolonging the wait for raises amid ongoing negotiations.
The Independent
• Jana Choukeir
By The Independent: Four airlines cancel flights to Iran as protests continue Iran authorities cut internet as buildings set on fire during mass protests in Tehran At least 17 flights between Dubai and Iran scheduled for Friday were cancelled due to ongoing unrest and a nationwide internet blackout in Iran.
AINonline
• AIN Online
By AINonline: Pilots might be able to breathe during a smoke emergency, but landing is a problem if pilots can't see their instruments.
Skift
• Meghna Maharishi
By Skift: U.S. airlines are optimistic about 2026 as they continue to focus on international growth and premium products.
By airsideint.com: flydubai has selected ZestIoT to deploy its state-of-the-art Turnaround Management Platform at Dubai International (DXB).
Skift
• Sean O'Neill
By Skift: Skift Research: India and China travelers more confident than U.S. and U.K. peers, while AI tools & credit cards disrupt loyalty programs.
FlightGlobal
• Dominic Perry
By FlightGlobal: France-headquartered airframer Daher Aircraft recorded a near-9% - or five unit - fall in deliveries of its TBM 960 turboprop-single last year, shipping 51 units, down from 56 in 2024.
FlightGlobal
• David Kaminski-Morrow
