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Aer Lingus to close Manchester base, end transatlantic services after 31 March 2026

Aer Lingus will close its Manchester base and end transatlantic services after 31 March 2026, affecting about 200 cabin crew and triggering staff consultations. The airline has halted long‑haul ticket sales from Manchester and is offering internal IAG transfers while seeking to limit redundancies.

2026-01-08T11:35:47.721651-08:00

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French Polynesia to restructure Air Tahiti Nui ahead of planned sale

2026-01-08T15:47:48.953551-08:00

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U.S. private‑jet operator Jet It files for Chapter 7 liquidation

2026-01-08T12:38:44.505893-08:00

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India grants NOCs to two new carriers after IndiGo schedule collapse exposes duopoly risk

2026-01-08T00:26:04.629374-08:00

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French Polynesia to restructure Air Tahiti Nui ahead of planned sale French Polynesia will restructure state-owned carrier Air Tahiti Nui ahead of a planned sale, the territory's president announced. The government said the reorganisation will prepare the airline for divestment, addressing governance and operational arrangements to make the carrier sale-ready before a transaction is launched.

2026-01-08T15:47:48.953551-08:00

French Polynesia to restructure Air Tahiti Nui ahead of planned sale

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U.S. private‑jet operator Jet It files for Chapter 7 liquidation U.S. private‑jet operator Jet It has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, initiating liquidation of its assets and effectively ending prospects for a restructuring. The filing removes Jet It from the market and prompts immediate questions about aircraft disposition and obligations to customers and creditors.

2026-01-08T12:38:44.505893-08:00

U.S. private‑jet operator Jet It files for Chapter 7 liquidation

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Aer Lingus to close Manchester base, end transatlantic services after 31 March 2026 Aer Lingus will close its Manchester base and end transatlantic services after 31 March 2026, affecting about 200 cabin crew and triggering staff consultations. The airline has halted long‑haul ticket sales from Manchester and is offering internal IAG transfers while seeking to limit redundancies.

2026-01-08T11:35:47.721651-08:00

Aer Lingus to close Manchester base, end transatlantic services after 31 March 2026

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Tunisian government rules out sale of Tunisair as carrier struggles financially The Tunisian government has ruled out selling state-owned Tunisair, rejecting privatization as the flag carrier grapples with mounting financial losses and operational strain. The ruling keeps the airline under state control while policymakers consider alternative measures to stabilise its finances and maintain domestic connectivity.

2026-01-08T00:32:27.953646-08:00

Tunisian government rules out sale of Tunisair as carrier struggles financially

Times of India

India grants NOCs to two new carriers after IndiGo schedule collapse exposes duopoly risk India's aviation ministry has issued no-objection certificates to two new airlines after this month’s IndiGo schedule collapse revealed vulnerabilities from a market dominated by two players. Regulators are accelerating approvals and increasing scrutiny of the largest carriers and their boards to restore capacity and market resilience.

2026-01-08T00:26:04.629374-08:00

India grants NOCs to two new carriers after IndiGo schedule collapse exposes duopoly risk

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High court challenge filed against proposed sale of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)

2026-01-07T23:08:21.418276-08:00

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Tune Group trims AirAsia X stake to meet merger terms Tune Group has reduced its ownership stake in AirAsia X to meet conditions of a proposed merger, the company said. The move adjusts the group's shareholding ahead of the transaction and will be a material factor for regulatory and counterparty review.

2026-01-07T20:47:16.199451-08:00

Tune Group trims AirAsia X stake to meet merger terms

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Azul approves $1.37bn share offering to bolster liquidity and fund growth Azul approved a $1.37bn share offering to bolster liquidity and fund growth, ch-aviation reports. The equity issuance will strengthen the carrier’s balance sheet and provide capital for fleet, network and operational initiatives as management aims to stabilise cash flow and support strategic plans.

2026-01-07T15:04:03.467709-08:00

Azul approves $1.37bn share offering to bolster liquidity and fund growth

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Aer Lingus to close Manchester base, end transatlantic services after 31 March 2026

French Polynesia to restructure Air Tahiti Nui ahead of planned sale

U.S. private‑jet operator Jet It files for Chapter 7 liquidation

India grants NOCs to two new carriers after IndiGo schedule collapse exposes duopoly risk

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