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China outbound slump forces Asia–Pacific carriers to rethink networks and capacity

A slowdown in outbound travel from China is forcing Asia–Pacific carriers to rethink international networks and trim capacity ahead of the peak summer season. Short‑haul rotations and long‑haul leisure services are being reallocated or deferred as airlines chase alternative markets and seasonal demand.

2026-03-19T19:49:12.824641-07:00
Reuters

NTSB probes Newark near‑miss after Alaska flight overflies FedEx jet on crossing runway approaches

By Reuters: The National Transportation Safety Board said on Thursday it was investigating a close call in which an Alaska Airlines flight overflew a FedEx airplane while both jets were attempting to land on crossing runways at Newark Liberty International Airport.

2026-03-19T14:29:27.208537-07:00
en.traicy.com

United unveils Guam-based Boeing 737-8s to replace 737-800s — 10 aircraft due by year-end with 164-seat two-class cabin

By en.traicy.com: On March 19, United Airlines unveiled its new Guam-based Boeing 737-8 aircraft in a hangar at Guam International Airport. A total of 10 aircraft will be introduced by the end of December, replacing the existing Boeing 737-800 fleet.

2026-03-18T19:09:08.569656-07:00
FlightGlobalDominic Perry

P&WC details hybridisation plan for PW127 engine that could power ATR Evo

By FlightGlobal: Pratt & Whitney Canada parent RTX has provided more details on the advanced hybrid-electric PW127 turboprop engine it is developing under an EU Clean Aviation project that could eventually go on to power ATR's planned Evo aircraft.

2026-03-19T14:14:18.272350-07:00
AirInsightErnest Arvai

Aura Aero secures Toulouse‑Francazal building permit to support 2026 trainer and 2030 19‑seat hybrid ERA

By AirInsight: Aura Aero has a building permit for its new facility at Toulouse-Francazal airport, an enabler for its mid-2026 trainer and 2030 19 seat ERA hybrid airliner.

2026-03-19T12:00:33.586483-07:00