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TAAG takes fifth Airbus A220-300 as carrier eyes six more in 2026

TAAG Angola receives fifth Airbus A220-300 as part of fleet renewal

Air India rolls out upgraded cabins and customer experience on more international routes this summer

Air India to Deploy New Boeing 787-9s on Mumbai–London Heathrow for Northern Summer 2026

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SPAES granted EASA CS-25 approval for avionics modifications, expanding Part 21J design privileges

Bombardier to Train Test Pilots via ITPS Canada’s Flexible Hybrid Course

Bombardier to Train Test Pilots via ITPS Canada’s Flexible Hybrid Course

Air India rolls out upgraded cabins and customer experience on more international routes this summer

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