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FlightGlobal • Graham Rapier

Neeleman says United-JetBlue merger could make sense, citing Northeast market-share gains

JetBlue founder David Neeleman said a combination with United Airlines could benefit both carriers, arguing that gains in New York and Boston could reshape competition in the U.S. Northeast. The comments add a prominent industry founder’s backing to a potential tie-up, though the article provides no details of merger discussions or a proposed transaction.

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2026-11-12T08:19:22.748320-08:00

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New York Times • James Fallows

Is Air Travel Getting Less Safe?

By New York Times: Experts fear the Trump administration is ignoring the enormous strain on the U.S. aviation system, even as accidents and close calls increase.

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2026-11-12T08:06:26.575323-08:00

Flying Magazine • Jack Daleo

BRC Aircraft to Sell Murphy Aircraft Parts in 2027

By Flying Magazine: Murphy Aircraft owners and builders will be able to buy parts beginning in 2027.

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2026-11-12T08:34:59.717451-08:00

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ch-aviation • Armin Kific

Alderney Chamber Calls for Review of Aurigny’s Public-Service Routes

By ch-aviation: The Alderney Chamber of Commerce has called for a review into the public service obligation (PSO) routes operated by Aurigny Air Services (GR, Guernsey) to the island from Southampton and Guernsey.

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2026-11-12T07:55:18.486949-08:00

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Paddle Your Own Kanoo • Mateusz Maszczynski

United Airlines Reaches Settlement With Flight Attendants Over Delays Getting Off the Aircraft

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: United Airlines has reached a settlement with flight attendants after nearly four years of legal wrangling over whether crew members should have their legally mandated minimum rest at home eaten into when they are forced to wait on the aircraft after arrival.

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2026-11-12T08:55:34.540978-08:00

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ch-aviation • Vanja Popovic

Faroes’ Atlantic seeks organic growth, more hub links

By ch-aviation: Discover more news on Atlantic Airways at ch-aviation, the leading aviation news and data provider.

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2026-11-12T08:55:36.035706-08:00

SAF Policy & Regulation Airlines

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FlightGlobal • Kerry Reals

IAG calls for delay to SAF sub-mandates, fearing multi-billion dollar fines

By FlightGlobal: Airline group’s sustainability chief says costs of inability to comply would be passed on to passengers, but fuel producers urge for mandates to remain unchanged.

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2026-11-12T09:19:19.699911-08:00

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FlightGlobal • Graham Dunn

Doyle sees timing right for British Airways A380 upgrade

By FlightGlobal: BA set to operate refurbished double-decker with 202 seats in premium cabins until the mid- to late-2030s. British Airways (BA) chief executive Sean Doyle believes the time is right for its Airbus A380 refurbishment, as the Oneworld carrier looks to further tap premium demand.

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2026-11-12T09:19:19.709408-08:00

Neeleman says United-JetBlue merger could make sense, citing Northeast market-share gains

Is Air Travel Getting Less Safe?

BRC Aircraft to Sell Murphy Aircraft Parts in 2027

Alderney Chamber Calls for Review of Aurigny’s Public-Service Routes

United Airlines Reaches Settlement With Flight Attendants Over Delays Getting Off the Aircraft

Faroes’ Atlantic seeks organic growth, more hub links

IAG calls for delay to SAF sub-mandates, fearing multi-billion dollar fines

Doyle sees timing right for British Airways A380 upgrade

Romania's TAROM vows to continue operations into 2027

Faroes’ Atlantic seeks organic growth, more hub links

IAG calls for delay to SAF sub-mandates, fearing multi-billion dollar fines

United Airlines Reaches Settlement With Flight Attendants Over Delays Getting Off the Aircraft

Doyle sees timing right for British Airways A380 upgrade

BRC Aircraft to Sell Murphy Aircraft Parts in 2027

Romania's TAROM vows to continue operations into 2027

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