Frequent-flyer programs   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Airlines  
Reuters • Rajesh Kumar Singh, Rajesh Singh

Co‑brand card revenue reshapes U.S. airline loyalty — American adds gift‑card redemptions

Co‑branded credit‑card revenue is becoming a central profit driver for U.S. carriers, prompting loyalty‑program changes that favour cardholders and broaden non‑flight redemptions. American Airlines' move to let AAdvantage members redeem miles for major‑brand gift cards underscores how carriers are monetizing loyalty beyond air travel.

Also: Breitflyte
2026-03-13T03:34:29.004110-07:00
Air Cargo & Freight Logistics   Middle East   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Air India   Airlines  
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FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

Air Astana reallocates Gulf capacity to Asian routes within days of Iran conflict

By FlightGlobal: Kazakh carrier Air Astana has detailed a rapid reallocation of capacity undertaken within a couple of days of the beginning of the Iranian conflict. Chief executive-designate Ibrahim Canliel says the airline immediately suspended operations to the Gulf region - including such cities as Dubai, Jeddah, Doha and Salalah - after ...

Also: New Indian Express and travelandtourworld.com
2026-03-13T03:28:37.426295-07:00
Supply Chain   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Boeing   Boeing 737  
investors.astronics.com

Astronics Selected to Supply Fuel Tank Access Doors for Boeing 737 MAX

By investors.astronics.com: Award Built on a Long Partnership Across Many Boeing Aircraft Platforms EAST AURORA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq:….

Also: Business Wire
2026-03-12T13:25:07.665335-07:00
eVTOL   Supply Chain   Europe   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Sustainability & Climate Initiatives  
FlightGlobal • Dominic Perry

Vaeridion opens battery production plant for electric aircraft at former Lilium site in Oberpfaffenhofen

By FlightGlobal: German electric aviation start-up Vaeridion has officially inaugurated its new battery production plant at Oberpfaffenhofen airport - a facility previously owned by defunct aircraft developer Lilium.

2026-03-13T02:38:13.587096-07:00
MRO   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Airlines  
FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

Rosaviatsia restricts Azur Air operations following inspection into flight disruptions

By FlightGlobal: Russian air transport regulator Rosaviatsia has imposed restrictions on the operations of leisure carrier Azur Air following an unscheduled inspection of the airline.

2026-03-13T01:18:45.661866-07:00