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ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F

US cargo carrier ABX Air is set to add its first Boeing 767-300F, expanding its freighter fleet with a new widebody capacity option. The move signals continued investment in long-haul cargo capability within the operator’s growth and network plans.

2026-04-21T14:35:49.135860-07:00

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Lufthansa to cancel 20,000 short-haul flights through October as jet-fuel costs surge on Iran conflict

2026-04-21T08:11:10.883808-07:00

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Textron Aviation deal with LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitude business jets

2026-04-21T08:19:36.931110-07:00

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Textron Aviation adds Starlink high-speed connectivity as an FAA/EASA-approved aftermarket upgrade for Citation Ascend and 560XL

2026-04-21T08:52:08.985394-07:00

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ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F US cargo carrier ABX Air is set to add its first Boeing 767-300F, expanding its freighter fleet with a new widebody capacity option. The move signals continued investment in long-haul cargo capability within the operator’s growth and network plans.

2026-04-21T14:35:49.135860-07:00

ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F

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Aer Lingus exits its UK certificate, transfers A330-300s, and cuts hundreds of Summer 2026 flights amid maintenance and pilot-sh Aer Lingus will end operations on its UK certificate on March 31, 2026, transferring both A330-300s back to the Dublin entity. Separately, it has cancelled multiple Summer 2026 routes across the UK and Europe—citing required aircraft maintenance and operational strain—and Ireland is seeking SAF tax relief as the carrier trims about 500 flights.

2026-04-21T08:57:43.158107-07:00

Aer Lingus exits its UK certificate, transfers A330-300s, and cuts hundreds of Summer 2026 flights amid maintenance and pilot-sh

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Japan Airlines selects RECARO R2 economy seats for its Boeing 737 MAX 8s Japan Airlines says it will fit RECARO economy class seat R2 across its new Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet, positioning the configuration around light weight, ergonomics and cabin-style design. The R2 layout includes a folding tray table and dual USB ports to support in-seat connectivity.

2026-04-21T08:56:23.959145-07:00

Japan Airlines selects RECARO R2 economy seats for its Boeing 737 MAX 8s

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Textron Aviation adds Starlink high-speed connectivity as an FAA/EASA-approved aftermarket upgrade for Citation Ascend and 560XL Textron Aviation says it is offering Starlink high-speed connectivity for Cessna Citation Ascend as an aftermarket upgrade, following FAA and EASA approvals. The company also reports EASA certification for Starlink installation across the Citation 560 XL fleet, positioning the satellite broadband option for in-service operators responding to demand.

2026-04-21T08:52:08.985394-07:00

Textron Aviation adds Starlink high-speed connectivity as an FAA/EASA-approved aftermarket upgrade for Citation Ascend and 560XL

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Embraer KC-390 Millennium wraps 11-country global demo tour with 54 flights, 47,000 nm and 100% mission success Embraer says its KC-390 Millennium completed a 70-day international demonstration campaign, visiting 11 countries with 54 flights and 47,000nm (86,900km) covered. The aircraft logged 140 flight hours in the programme and achieved 100% mission accomplishment across the tour.

2026-04-21T08:52:08.886632-07:00

Embraer KC-390 Millennium wraps 11-country global demo tour with 54 flights, 47,000 nm and 100% mission success

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Textron Aviation deal with LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitude business jets Textron Aviation has signed a purchase agreement with European private-jet operator LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitudes, supporting charter operations across Europe. The fleet order was highlighted via company announcements around AERO Friedrichshafen, positioning the Latitude as the operator’s midsize jet focus.

2026-04-21T08:19:36.931110-07:00

Textron Aviation deal with LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitude business jets

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Lufthansa to cancel 20,000 short-haul flights through October as jet-fuel costs surge on Iran conflict Deutsche Lufthansa will cut 20,000 short-haul flights scheduled through October and reduce European summer capacity, shifting demand toward its six hubs after jet-fuel prices have doubled since the start of the Iran conflict. The group also cites route network changes tied to the end of CityLine’s Kurzstrecke operations.

2026-04-21T08:11:10.883808-07:00

Lufthansa to cancel 20,000 short-haul flights through October as jet-fuel costs surge on Iran conflict

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Uganda Air Force inducts A300B4F for military cargo flights The Uganda Air Force has inducted an Airbus A300B4F freighter into service to support cargo flight operations. The move adds widebody lift capacity to Uganda’s military airlift toolkit and signals continued investment in enabling logistics capability at a time of broader scrutiny of the country’s civil aviation leadership (see link).

2026-04-21T07:49:48.531918-07:00

Uganda Air Force inducts A300B4F for military cargo flights

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ABX Air to take delivery of its first Boeing 767-300F

Lufthansa to cancel 20,000 short-haul flights through October as jet-fuel costs surge on Iran conflict

Textron Aviation deal with LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitude business jets

Textron Aviation adds Starlink high-speed connectivity as an FAA/EASA-approved aftermarket upgrade for Citation Ascend and 560XL

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