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The Indonesian Air Force (TNI‑AU) is streamlining flight‑security approvals, specifically targeting unscheduled and non‑scheduled flights. The procedural change reduces administrative steps for mission clearance and is intended to accelerate authorization for non‑routine military and state flights across the archipelago.
FlightGlobal
• David Kaminski-Morrow
By FlightGlobal: Russia’s United Engine is preparing to conclude the certification programme for its Aviadvigatel PD-8 powerplant, intended for the Yakovlev SJ-100. The company says it has “completed the main set of tests” on the engine, following icing flights in Arkhangelsk which demonstrated “reliable operation in challenging climatic conditions”.
Reuters
By Reuters: India's airport tariff regulator has ordered major airports to cut landing and parking charges by 25% for three months for domestic flights, offering relief to the country's airlines that are under financial pressure due to the Iran war.
AeroTime
By AeroTime: Job Air Technic has appointed Jakub Dvořák as CEO. He succeeds Imrich Czére and brings 18 years of aviation maintenance experience.
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By ch-aviation: MASkargo is targeting the second half of 2026 for the launch of its planned joint business with Qatar Airways Cargo and IAG Cargo, chief executive Mark Jason...
Wall Street Journal
• Feliz Solomon, Georgi Kantchev, Milàn Czerny
By Wall Street Journal: Takeoff is among the most dangerous moments as missile alerts force passengers to sit tight.
CNBC
By CNBC: Sean Duffy, U.S. Transportation Secretary, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss staffing challenges with air traffic control, the impact of higher air fares and much more.
Reuters
By Reuters: India's largest airline IndiGo on Tuesday named IATA chief Willie Walsh as its new CEO, tapping one of the industry's highest-profile figures and ending succession questions sparked by the sudden exit of former boss Pieter Elbers.
