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Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service

Etihad Airways and Condor Flugdienst have signed an expanded agreement deepening their strategic partnership. The update includes a new frequent flyer arrangement and a new Condor service linking Bangkok with Abu Dhabi, adding more connectivity points across both carriers’ networks.

2026-06-12T02:57:22.168691-07:00

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KLM flags Airbus A350 freighter delivery slippage as it accelerates A330-200 retirement ahead of first A350 passenger arrival

2026-06-11T03:44:56.474624-07:00

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Western Sydney International (WSI) to open for scheduled commercial flying in Oct 2026 as Jetstar starts Oct 25 and Qantas follo

2026-06-09T19:18:56.243165-07:00

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American Airlines and Google sign record 35M-gallon SAF agreement for use at Chicago O’Hare

2026-06-09T07:14:32.798017-07:00

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Slovakia’s AirExplore ends cargo operations as demand softens Slovak cargo operator AirExplore is ending its cargo operations, citing a downturn in the market. The closure highlights how quickly European air-freight capacity and smaller operators are being pressured when demand weakens, with ripple effects for shippers, route planning, and logistics networks.

2026-06-12T07:13:51.020656-07:00

Slovakia’s AirExplore ends cargo operations as demand softens

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Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service Etihad Airways and Condor Flugdienst have signed an expanded agreement deepening their strategic partnership. The update includes a new frequent flyer arrangement and a new Condor service linking Bangkok with Abu Dhabi, adding more connectivity points across both carriers’ networks.

2026-06-12T02:57:22.168691-07:00

Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service

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KLM flags Airbus A350 freighter delivery slippage as it accelerates A330-200 retirement ahead of first A350 passenger arrival KLM’s CEO Marjan Rintel says delays to the Airbus A350 freighter program are forcing KLM Cargo to keep aging Boeing 747 freighters in service longer than planned. Separately, KLM is preparing to retire its Airbus A330-200 fleet faster as its first A350 passenger jet is due in August or September.

2026-06-11T03:44:56.474624-07:00

KLM flags Airbus A350 freighter delivery slippage as it accelerates A330-200 retirement ahead of first A350 passenger arrival

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Western Sydney International (WSI) to open for scheduled commercial flying in Oct 2026 as Jetstar starts Oct 25 and Qantas follo Western Sydney International (WSI) will welcome its first commercial passenger flights on Oct 25, 2026, with Jetstar operating its inaugural service (A320) to the Gold Coast; Qantas is slated to follow in March 2027. Freight operations start earlier in July, with Hudson also signaling premium and business travel as a key passenger-mix pillar.

2026-06-09T19:18:56.243165-07:00

Western Sydney International (WSI) to open for scheduled commercial flying in Oct 2026 as Jetstar starts Oct 25 and Qantas follo

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Air Canada–Abra Group MoU sets pathway to long-term pan-Americas partnership, codeshare expansion and cargo cooperation Air Canada and Abra Group—owner of avianca, GOL, Wamos Air and NG Servicios Aéreos—have signed an MoU for a broad, long-term strategic partnership. The framework is intended to lead to a joint business agreement, with revenue sharing, expanded codeshare, and enhanced cargo services connecting Canada, Latin America and beyond.

2026-06-09T09:42:36.760927-07:00

Air Canada–Abra Group MoU sets pathway to long-term pan-Americas partnership, codeshare expansion and cargo cooperation

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American Airlines and Google sign record 35M-gallon SAF agreement for use at Chicago O’Hare American Airlines and Google have signed a record sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) deal for 35 million gallons over three years, tied to SAF certificates and delivery for use at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. The agreement is positioned as a dual track to cut emissions while managing fuel-cost exposure.

2026-06-09T07:14:32.798017-07:00

American Airlines and Google sign record 35M-gallon SAF agreement for use at Chicago O’Hare

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Air Zimbabwe to relaunch Harare–London Gatwick from July 1 via 13-month A330 ACMI lease Air Zimbabwe will return to London Gatwick on July 1 after signing a 13-month ACMI lease with Spain’s Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas. The carrier will operate the Harare–London route with an Airbus A330 widebody, following the 2012 suspension tied to financial difficulties.

2026-06-09T01:42:12.254423-07:00

Air Zimbabwe to relaunch Harare–London Gatwick from July 1 via 13-month A330 ACMI lease

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Canada launches targeted fuel-cost support for airlines—WestJet attacks loan terms as Ottawa suspends jet-fuel taxes after Strai Canada is rolling out targeted measures to help carriers withstand rising jet-fuel costs tied to Middle East market instability, including a fuel-tax suspension and subsidized, targeted loans. WestJet condemned the government’s loan proposal, while Air Canada is expected to be the largest beneficiary of the tax holiday as taxpayers absorb risk.

2026-06-08T14:42:49.761150-07:00

Canada launches targeted fuel-cost support for airlines—WestJet attacks loan terms as Ottawa suspends jet-fuel taxes after Strai

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Etihad and Condor expand strategic partnership with new frequent-flyer tie-up and Bangkok–Abu Dhabi service

KLM flags Airbus A350 freighter delivery slippage as it accelerates A330-200 retirement ahead of first A350 passenger arrival

Western Sydney International (WSI) to open for scheduled commercial flying in Oct 2026 as Jetstar starts Oct 25 and Qantas follo

American Airlines and Google sign record 35M-gallon SAF agreement for use at Chicago O’Hare

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