ch-aviationDaniel Martinez Garbuno

Portugal probes David Neeleman over 2015 TAP takeover

Portugal is investigating David Neeleman regarding his 2015 takeover of TAP Air Portugal, adding legal and governance scrutiny to a privatization moment that has already attracted major European airline groups. The probe raises the stakes for any transaction diligence around TAP’s ownership history.

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2026-05-20T06:24:30.409777-07:00
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ch-aviationLuciano Braganca

Jet Aviation adds Switzerland's first G700

By ch-aviation: Interested in Commercial Aviation/Business Aviation? Unlock exclusive news such as “Jet Aviation adds Switzerland's first G700” today!.

2026-05-20T06:54:49.234523-07:00
FlightGlobalDavid Kaminski-Morrow

Emirates refits A380s to feature upper-deck premium-economy cabin

By FlightGlobal: Configuration change will be made to 15 formerly two-class aircraft. Middle Eastern carrier Emirates has completed reconfiguration of the first of 15 two-class Airbus A380s, which are being updated to a three-class interior including a premium-economy cabin on the upper deck.

2026-05-20T03:24:11.490593-07:00
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AeroTimeMiquel Ros

ATR delivers first aircraft with HighLine premium cabin to Berjaya

By AeroTime: The first ATR turboprop aircraft to be fitted with the new HighLine all-business premium cabin was delivered to Malaysian airline Berjaya Air on May 19, 2026.

2026-05-20T02:09:39.031988-07:00
economymiddleeast.comYara Abi FarrajShare

Qatar Airways Group posts $1.94 billion net profit in 2025/26, carries over 41.8 million passengers

By economymiddleeast.com: Qatar Airways Group announced today a post-tax profit of QAR7.08 billion ($1.94 billion) for the financial year 2025/26. The results demonstrate a robust performance against a final month impacted by significant geopolitical events, reaffirming its position as one of global aviation’s most resilient groups.

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2026-05-20T02:05:37.426710-07:00