Reuters
Ethiopian Airlines is set to sign an agreement with Boeing for 10 freighter aircraft on Wednesday, according to a banner at the signing ceremony venue. The aircraft type, delivery schedule and financial terms were not disclosed.
Reuters
• Alexander Cornwell, Rami Amichay
By Reuters: Two Israeli officials said the co-pilot was believed to have stabbed the captain before cabin crew entered the cockpit and took control of the plane.
Airbus
By Airbus: Toulouse, France, 30 September 2026 – FLYONE Armenia, the country's largest carrier, has finalised an order with Airbus for the acquisition of two A321neo aircraft.
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FlightGlobal
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• Hilka Birns
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AeroTime
• Clement Charpentreau
By AeroTime: Flydubai flight FZ1073 diverted to Tabuk after transmitting 7700 and 7500 codes, as Israeli media reported a fight between the pilots.
AeroTime
• Miquel Ros
By AeroTime: Volotea’s woes continue. According to reports appeared in the Spanish media on September 29, 2026, the regional low-cost airline has filed for preliminary creditor protection at a Barcelona court.
FlightGlobal
• Alfred Chua
By FlightGlobal: Preliminary reports show air traffic controller “resourcing” to be a “recurring area of enquiry” in near-miss incidents.
FlightGlobal
• Kerry Reals
By FlightGlobal: The Brazilian carrier will use the loan to pay down existing debt and shore up liquidity. Azul has secured up to R$2.66 billion ($511 million) in long-term financing through a loan agreement with the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES).
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• Ricardo Meier
