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Reuters • Julie Zhu, Sneha Kumar

Virgin Australia posts stronger H1 results and signals measured expansion amid cost pressures

Virgin Australia delivered a solid first half with underlying EBIT of $490m (up 11.7%), even as statutory net profit fell about 28% after deferred tax credits expired. Management says growth will be targeted — the CEO outlined new expansion aims while moderating capacity increases amid rising costs and maintenance spend.

2026-02-26T21:12:56.710145-08:00
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Reuters

FAA closes Fort Hancock, Texas airspace after military laser anti-drone system reportedly downs U.S. government drone

By Reuters: The U.S. military shot down a government drone with a laser-based anti-drone system, an accident that prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to bar flights on Thursday in an area around Fort Hancock, Texas, congressional aides told Reuters.

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2026-02-26T17:31:18.147727-08:00
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Australian Aviation • Jake Nelson

Qantas to Launch Seasonal Sydney–Las Vegas Nonstop Service on 787‑9 from December

By Australian Aviation: The national carrier will launch a new seasonal non-stop service between Sydney and Las Vegas in December, operating three times per week on 787-9 Dreamliners until March 2027.

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2026-02-25T15:22:20.324192-08:00