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PaxEx.Aero • Seth Miller

Southwest to end service at Chicago O'Hare and Washington Dulles from 4 June 2026

Southwest Airlines will cease operations at Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and Washington Dulles (IAD) effective 4 June 2026, exiting two major U.S. gateways. The pullback removes Southwest's services from both airports ahead of summer scheduling, with implications for local capacity, gate allocation and competitive dynamics.

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2026-03-13T08:54:44.633541-07:00
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Airline Economics • Calum Wilson

Korean Air to buy remaining 80% of Korean Air C&D Service from Hahn & Company, reclaiming catering and duty-free operations

By Airline Economics: Korean Air has said it plans to acquire the remaining 80% stake in Korean Air C&D Service from Hahn & Company. The transaction was approved by the airline's board today (March 12).

2026-03-12T09:09:05.747248-07:00
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aeroroutes.com

Lufthansa Group Adds Extra Long‑Haul Passenger Flights in March 2026 (including Frankfurt–Cape Town)

By aeroroutes.com: Published at 1300PDT / 2000GMT 12MAR26 Lufthansa Group carriers have gradually scheduled extra long-haul flights in March 2026. As of 12MAR26, planned extra flights include the following.

2026-03-12T13:04:35.739198-07:00