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Capital A pushes restructuring to early Q1 2026, prolonging uncertainty for AirAsia X and creditors

Capital A has postponed its planned restructuring until early Q1 2026, extending uncertainty around the previously announced consolidation with AirAsia X and delaying creditor resolution. The delay prolongs questions over timing of asset transfers, regulatory approvals and debt-restructuring that underpin the group's recovery plans.

2026-01-01T16:22:30.090483-08:00
North America   Airports   Accident   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Airport Infrastructure & Air Traffic Management  
ANI News Agency • Asian News International

Canada seeks probe after Air India captain reported intoxicated before Vancouver flight

By ANI News Agency: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) informed authorities that "Captain Saurabh Kumar reported for duty on Air India flight AI186 on December 23, 2025, while under the influence of alcohol, and unfit for duty".

Also: newsable.asianetnews.com and Economic Times
2026-01-01T13:33:49.285484-08:00
Middle East   Airports   Airline Industry & Market Trends   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
Reuters • Maha El Dahan

Flights halted at Yemen’s Aden International Airport as Saudi–UAE rift escalates

By Reuters: Flights at Yemen’s Aden international airport were halted on Thursday, the latest sign of a deepening crisis between Gulf powers Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, whose rivalry is reshaping war-torn Yemen.

2026-01-01T09:35:30.638569-08:00