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FlightGlobal • Howard Hardee

Azul emerges from Chapter 11 with reduced debt and lease burden

Azul completed a nine‑month Chapter 11 reorganization that materially reduced its debt and aircraft lease obligations, slimming its balance sheet and freeing liquidity. The recapitalized Brazilian carrier says the restructuring positions it to better withstand macroeconomic shocks and refocus on network and cargo growth after prolonged financial stress.

2026-03-19T08:20:37.816660-07:00
PaxEx   Airlines   Boeing   United Airlines  
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thebulkheadseat.com • Anthony Losanno

United Opens Bookings for Redesigned 'Elevated' Boeing 787-9 — SFO–SIN service starts Apr 22, SFO–LHR Apr 30

By thebulkheadseat.com: United Airlines has officially opened bookings for its new long-haul cabin product. This marks the first time travelers can reserve seats on the airline’s redesigned Boeing 787-9 featuring its Elevated interior.

2026-03-19T08:38:28.628413-07:00
MRO   Europe   Airports   Airport Infrastructure & Air Traffic Management   Airlines  
Airways Magazine • Helwing Villamizar

Ryanair opens €25M maintenance hangar at Madrid Barajas, boosting capacity and creating 700 jobs

By Airways Magazine: Ryanair opens a €25M hangar at Madrid, increasing aircraft capacity and creating 700 jobs, while renewing its focus on Aena fees.

2026-03-19T07:34:21.317428-07:00