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airBaltic “likely” to downsize to survive, citing government support

airBaltic is reportedly expected to downsize as part of a survival plan, with the prospect of government support framed as a key factor. The company’s next steps appear tied to securing assistance and aligning its cost structure to the operating environment.

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2026-07-03T03:30:05.304160-07:00

FlightGlobal

IATA shows May 2026 air cargo demand up 6% YoY as transpac trade lifts volumes; China Southern Air Cargo books 2 B777-200Fs and

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2026-06-29T02:40:18.050748-07:00

AeroTime

Wizz Air to install Starlink inflight Wi-Fi across its fleet starting in 2027, positioning the ULCC as Europe’s first Starlink-e

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2026-06-08T02:26:25.940360-07:00

Associated Press

Qantas to launch nonstop Sydney–London in Oct 2027 with specially modified Airbus A350-1000ULR (19–22 hours)

23 Sources

2026-06-18T02:02:49.399666-07:00

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airBaltic “likely” to downsize to survive, citing government support airBaltic is reportedly expected to downsize as part of a survival plan, with the prospect of government support framed as a key factor. The company’s next steps appear tied to securing assistance and aligning its cost structure to the operating environment.

2026-07-03T03:30:05.304160-07:00

airBaltic “likely” to downsize to survive, citing government support

FlightGlobal

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IATA shows May 2026 air cargo demand up 6% YoY as transpac trade lifts volumes; China Southern Air Cargo books 2 B777-200Fs and IATA reported May 2026 global air cargo demand rose 6.0% year-on-year, with international traffic up 6.5% while capacity increased 1.9%, lifting load factors. Separately, China Southern Air Cargo placed a direct order for two Boeing 777-200Fs and five 777-8Fs, becoming the first confirmed Chinese customer for the 777-8F.

2026-06-29T02:40:18.050748-07:00

IATA shows May 2026 air cargo demand up 6% YoY as transpac trade lifts volumes; China Southern Air Cargo books 2 B777-200Fs and

Associated Press

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Qantas to launch nonstop Sydney–London in Oct 2027 with specially modified Airbus A350-1000ULR (19–22 hours) Qantas has set an October 2027 start date for its Project Sunrise nonstop service between Sydney and London, marking the world’s longest regularly scheduled flight. The route will be flown on specially modified Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft covering 17,015 km (10,573 miles) in an estimated 19–22 hours.

2026-06-18T02:02:49.399666-07:00

Qantas to launch nonstop Sydney–London in Oct 2027 with specially modified Airbus A350-1000ULR (19–22 hours)

FlightGlobal

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airBaltic and EL AL codeshare to launch July 1, 2026 via Riga; partnership ties Israel–Europe connectivity to airBaltic’s Tel Av Latvian carrier airBaltic and EL AL Israel Airlines have signed a codeshare agreement effective July 1, 2026. The deal is designed to expand single-journey connectivity between Israel and Europe via Riga, aligning with airBaltic’s plan to restore Riga–Tel Aviv flights on the same date.

2026-06-15T07:17:28.609651-07:00

airBaltic and EL AL codeshare to launch July 1, 2026 via Riga; partnership ties Israel–Europe connectivity to airBaltic’s Tel Av

AeroTime

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Wizz Air to install Starlink inflight Wi-Fi across its fleet starting in 2027, positioning the ULCC as Europe’s first Starlink-e Wizz Air says it will “flip the script” on ultra-low-cost onboard connectivity with a deal to install SpaceX’s Starlink broadband-quality in-flight Wi-Fi across its fleet beginning in 2027, aiming for systemwide availability by the end of the rollout period.

2026-06-08T02:26:25.940360-07:00

Wizz Air to install Starlink inflight Wi-Fi across its fleet starting in 2027, positioning the ULCC as Europe’s first Starlink-e

Skift

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Exclusive: Turkish Airlines Reverses Course on Premium Economy, Targets 2028 Launch

2026-06-07T07:56:43.293829-07:00

Exclusive: Turkish Airlines Re

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airBaltic repays part of Latvia government loan; resumes Riga service to Aberdeen Latvian carrier airBaltic says it has repaid part of a government loan and may need further funding. Separately, Aberdeen International Airport welcomed the return of airBaltic’s direct service to Riga, with the first flight departing on 2 June.

2026-06-03T03:11:32.771635-07:00

airBaltic repays part of Latvia government loan; resumes Riga service to Aberdeen

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Latvia to assess airBaltic’s new business plan by mid–3Q26 as government reviews carrier restructuring airBaltic has submitted an updated business plan to the Latvian government for evaluation by mid–3Q26. Latvia’s transport minister said a draft plan is finished at management level and will be reviewed by the airline’s supervisory board before the state assessment.

2026-06-02T01:26:16.703301-07:00

Latvia to assess airBaltic’s new business plan by mid–3Q26 as government reviews carrier restructuring

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