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Last Updated: Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, 5:52 AM PDT
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BARIG Welcomes Swiftair as Newest Association Member
By Breitflyte: The Board of Airline Representatives in Germany (BARIG) has today announced that Swiftair has become the organization’s newest member. Swiftair is a Spanish cargo carrier that has been operating for over 30 years, primarily serving European and African routes.

Families of Jeju Air crash victims file wrongful-death lawsuit against Boeing in U.S. court
By Yonhap News Agency: SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- Families of victims of a Jeju Air Co. plane crash that occurred...

14 Families Sue Boeing Over 2024 Jeju Air 737 Crash

Madagascar Airlines CEO Thierry de Bailleul resigns amid political turmoil
By FlightGlobal: Madagascar Airlines chief executive Thierry de Bailleul is stepping down from his post, effective immediately, citing tensions within the company. De Bailleul's decision comes as Madagascar faces political turmoil, with attempts by military personnel to oust the country's president, Andry Rajoelina.

Thousands storm Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, disrupting operations
By Reuters: Kenyan security forces fired in the air and lobbed tear gas to disperse thousands of mourners on Thursday at a stadium where deceased opposition leader Raila Odinga's body was on view.

Riyadh Air says it is unphased by Saudi government spending review; operations and orders expected to continue as planned
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Khartoum resumes domestic flight operations, prepares to reopen to international services
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Virgin Atlantic and Boeing to deliver streaming‑quality Wi‑Fi across 787 fleet
By Boeing: Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Virgin Atlantic have agreed to implement connectivity modifications across Virgin Atlantic's fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The upgrades will enhance onboard internet...