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Australian government backs Air T takeover of bankrupt Regional Express with A$110m rescue package

The Australian government has disclosed terms to support Nasdaq‑listed Air T's proposed acquisition of bankrupt Regional Express (Rex), comprising a combined A$110m investment and a plan to transfer/restructure Rex's existing debt to the government to help preserve regional services.

2025-11-04T05:30:59.775751-08:00

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Eastern Airways files notice to appoint administrator, cancels all flights after 28 years

2025-10-27T11:18:01.926024-07:00

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ANA to close medium‑haul low‑cost AirJapan at end‑March 2026, refocusing on ANA and Peach

2025-10-30T02:56:49.197151-07:00

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Alaska Air Group secures FAA single operating certificate for Alaska, Hawaiian and Horizon

2025-10-29T03:45:50.942991-07:00

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GOL shareholders approve merger, advancing Abra-led corporate reorganisation Shareholders of Brazil’s GOL Linhas Aéreas approved a proposed corporate merger, clearing a key step in a broader Abra Group-led reorganisation that will change the carrier’s ownership and governance. The vote advances plans announced earlier this year including a planned delisting and potential group IPO.

2025-11-06T12:58:11.444716-08:00

GOL shareholders approve merger, advancing Abra-led corporate reorganisation

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Azul to start ballot on Chapter 11 restructuring plan Azul Linhas Aéreas will begin balloting on its Chapter 11 restructuring plan, advancing a formal creditor vote that moves the carrier toward confirmation and potential emergence. The vote marks a procedural milestone in Azul's ongoing US Chapter 11 process and recovery efforts.

2025-11-06T12:13:31.809194-08:00

Azul to start ballot on Chapter 11 restructuring plan

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Madagascar moves to revive defunct national carrier Air Madagascar The Madagascar government has moved to revive the defunct national carrier Air Madagascar, launching a government-led effort to re-establish a state flag carrier. Officials outlined initial intentions but provided no detailed timeline or funding plan for restarting scheduled international and domestic services.

2025-11-06T02:42:56.935701-08:00

Madagascar moves to revive defunct national carrier Air Madagascar

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Condor shareholder seeks strategic equity partner, opening possibility of ownership change in European leisure market A Condor shareholder has launched a search for a strategic equity partner, a move that could trigger an ownership change for the leisure carrier. Any new investor could reshape Condor's network, partnerships and competitive position in Europe's leisure market, influencing transatlantic and holiday capacity.

2025-11-06T01:16:14.719969-08:00

Condor shareholder seeks strategic equity partner, opening possibility of ownership change in European leisure market

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PIA settles $159m in unpaid debts ahead of planned privatization sale Pakistan International Airlines has settled $159 million in unpaid debts ahead of a planned privatization sale, ch-aviation reports. The payment reduces outstanding liabilities as authorities advance the carrier's divestment process, removing a key financial barrier before marketing the national airline to prospective buyers.

2025-11-05T22:31:41.190825-08:00

PIA settles $159m in unpaid debts ahead of planned privatization sale

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Grupo Aeroméxico prices $19 ADS, returns to public markets as 'AERO' and is valued near $2.8bn Grupo Aeroméxico priced its Global Offering at $19.00 per ADS (Ps.35.34 per common share) as it returns to public markets. The Apollo-backed carrier will trade as "AERO" on the NYSE and BMV from Nov. 6; ADSs rose 0.84% on their NYSE debut, valuing the group near $2.8bn.

2025-11-05T20:53:01.783879-08:00

Grupo Aeroméxico prices $19 ADS, returns to public markets as 'AERO' and is valued near $2.8bn

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Mesa extends 2020 federal loan guarantee with Jefferies as Republic merger nears Mesa Air Group amended its 2020 loan and guarantee agreement with Jefferies Capital Services, LLC — the successor to the U.S. Department of the Treasury — extending the federal loan guarantee as it prepares to merge with Republic Airways. The two carriers expect the transaction to close later this month.

2025-11-05T14:32:39.188998-08:00

Mesa extends 2020 federal loan guarantee with Jefferies as Republic merger nears

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Azul alleges former TAP parent orchestrated planned insolvency Azul says the former parent company of TAP Air Portugal orchestrated a planned insolvency, alleging coordinated actions that worsened the Brazilian carrier’s financial position and influenced creditor dynamics. The claim is presented amid Azul’s ongoing restructuring and lease disputes.

2025-11-05T13:12:36.068430-08:00

Azul alleges former TAP parent orchestrated planned insolvency

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