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ch-aviation • Daniel Martinez Garbuno

Avianca Costa Rica cleared for fifth-freedom flights to Argentina

Avianca Costa Rica has received approval to operate fifth-freedom services to Argentina, allowing it to carry passengers between Argentina and an intermediate country on eligible routes. The available report does not specify the routes, start date or planned service frequency.

2026-10-30T08:35:25.767922-07:00
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FlightGlobal • Graham Rapier

Why Air Canada trails US rivals in passing on fuel costs

By FlightGlobal: Executives say network differences and booking trends limit their ability to recapture fuel costs. Stubbornly high fuel costs are testing airlines' ability to raise fares.

2026-10-30T09:05:11.951890-07:00
FlightGlobal • Lizzie Rix

Air cargo demand strong in September but passenger numbers down

By FlightGlobal: IATA data shows growth in global airfreight demand for the second month in a row, as passenger figures drop. Global air cargo trade saw robust demand, with a year-on-year increase in September 2026 of 7.7%, rising to 8.6% for international operations, according to IATA.

2026-10-30T09:05:11.686176-07:00