eVTOL Insights
• Jason Pritchard
PODCAST: LuftCar CEO Santh Sathya on Bridging Air and Road for Next‑Gen Mobility
By eVTOL Insights: Our next podcast episode is live! This week, we were delighted to be joined by Santh Satya, Founder and CEO.
ch-aviation
Etihad to reconfigure A321LR with higher seat count starting Q1 2027
By ch-aviation: Interested in Commercial Aviation/Business Aviation? Unlock exclusive news such as “Etihad to boost A321LR seat configuration from 1Q27” today!.
ch-aviation
Pakistan International Airlines shareholders approve 75% transfer; privatization now near completion
By ch-aviation: Interested in Commercial Aviation/Business Aviation? Unlock exclusive news such as “PIA sale almost done as shareholders approve 75% transfer” today!.
Reuters
• David Shepardson
US FAA proposes fining American, Southwest over alleged drug, alcohol violations
By Reuters: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on Wednesday proposed a $255,000 civil fine against American Airlines , alleging that the carrier violated employee drug- and alcohol-testing regulations.
AeroTime
• Jean Carmela Lim
Etihad launches seasonal Abu Dhabi–Dhaka service to capture South Asia passenger and cargo demand
By AeroTime: Etihad Airways launches seasonal Dhaka service from Abu Dhabi, targeting passenger demand and cargo flows along the South Asia trade corridor.
Airways Magazine
• Declan Daleiden
Avianca to Operate 3,000+ Extra Flights and Nearly 600,000 Seats for 2026 FIFA World Cup
By Airways Magazine: Avianca will connect fans to 10 of the tournament's 16 host cities across the US, Mexico, and Canada through nearly 600,000 seats.
FlightGlobal
• Dominic Perry
SMBC Aviation Capital-led consortium completes $7.4B acquisition of Air Lease
By FlightGlobal: Aircraft lessor Air Lease is in new hands with the completion of its acquisition by SMBC Aviation Capital, Sumitumo, Apollo-managed funds and investment firm Brookfield.
