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AINonline • Kerry Lynch

David Cummins appointed TSA administrator; Tom Chapman confirmed for another NTSB term

David Cummins has been appointed administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, while Tom Chapman was confirmed to serve another term on the National Transportation Safety Board. The appointments set leadership at two U.S. agencies responsible for transportation security, accident investigation and aviation safety oversight.

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2026-08-13T10:51:06.984213-07:00

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PaxEx.Aero • Seth Miller

SkyFive, Bluebox Team for Inflight Digital Boost

By PaxEx.Aero: SkyFive and Bluebox are teaming up to demonstrate the power of inflight entertainment and connectivity to drive an improved passenger experiences and stronger ancillary revenue generation.

Also: Runway Girl and Aviation Business News

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2026-08-13T10:20:08.167437-07:00

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AINonline • Matt Thurber

Li-ion Thermal Runaways on the Rise in Aircraft Cabins

By AINonline: Numbers are rising and the risk of a serious incident is increasing.

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2026-08-13T08:06:22.418206-07:00

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Aviacionline • Edgardo Gimenez Mazó

Celso Ferrer jumps from GOL to lead Boeing in Latin America and the Caribbean

By Aviacionline: The former GOL Linhas Aéreas executive will take charge of the U.S. manufacturer's operations and commercial strategy in the region starting in September.

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GOL CEO Celso Ferrer leaves airline to lead Boeing in Latin America

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Boeing recruits CEO of GOL Linhas Aéreas as new Latin America president

Also: FlightGlobal, Aviation Week and Seeking Alpha

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2026-08-13T06:05:10.245992-07:00

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Runway Girl • Becca Alkema

Allegiant Extra previews the airline's premium future

By Runway Girl: Allegiant has upmarket aspirations and will launch First in 2027, but for now it still provides a solid, reliable and affordable product.

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2026-08-13T10:35:23.520562-07:00

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ch-aviation • Daniel Martinez Garbuno

Air Canada to use $1.8bn investment to repay bonds

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

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2026-08-13T10:50:26.593597-07:00

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AINonline • Charles Alcock

Vertical Extends Cash Runway with Fresh eVTOL Funding

By AINonline: UK group says it will complete Valo eVTOL’s critical design review this year.

Also: Urban Air Mobility News

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2026-08-13T07:36:18.568024-07:00

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Paddle Your Own Kanoo • Mateusz Maszczynski

Emirates Eyes Milan–Lima Fifth-Freedom Route as Part of Potential Italian Expansion

By Paddle Your Own Kanoo: Emirates is reportedly close to winning approval for a Milan-Lima fifth freedom route, with Los Angeles, São Paulo, and Mexico City also under consideration.

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2026-08-13T07:35:38.007636-07:00

David Cummins appointed TSA administrator; Tom Chapman confirmed for another NTSB term

SkyFive, Bluebox Team for Inflight Digital Boost

Li-ion Thermal Runaways on the Rise in Aircraft Cabins

Celso Ferrer jumps from GOL to lead Boeing in Latin America and the Caribbean

GOL CEO Celso Ferrer leaves airline to lead Boeing in Latin America

Boeing recruits CEO of GOL Linhas Aéreas as new Latin America president

Allegiant Extra previews the airline's premium future

Air Canada to use $1.8bn investment to repay bonds

Vertical Extends Cash Runway with Fresh eVTOL Funding

Emirates Eyes Milan–Lima Fifth-Freedom Route as Part of Potential Italian Expansion

David Cummins Appointed TSA Administrator

Air Canada to use $1.8bn investment to repay bonds

Allegiant Extra previews the airline's premium future

SkyFive, Bluebox Team for Inflight Digital Boost

Li-ion Thermal Runaways on the Rise in Aircraft Cabins

Vertical Extends Cash Runway with Fresh eVTOL Funding

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