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FAA proposes 2,800 daily summer operations cap at Chicago O'Hare; no agreement yet

The FAA is proposing to cap summer daily operations at Chicago O'Hare at 2,800 flights, a level similar to the airport's current peak activity. The agency says there is no agreement with carriers yet and will pursue further talks to address overscheduling and congestion risks.

2026-03-06T11:19:06.620344-08:00

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Boeing nears 500‑jet 737 MAX order to be unveiled at Trump–Xi Beijing summit

2026-03-06T11:04:08.986711-08:00

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When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

2026-03-06T10:19:40.428116-08:00

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Lufthansa Group posts record 2025 revenue as Cargo, Technik and Eurowings drive results

2026-03-05T22:13:45.889487-08:00

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FAA proposes 2,800 daily summer operations cap at Chicago O'Hare; no agreement yet The FAA is proposing to cap summer daily operations at Chicago O'Hare at 2,800 flights, a level similar to the airport's current peak activity. The agency says there is no agreement with carriers yet and will pursue further talks to address overscheduling and congestion risks.

2026-03-06T11:19:06.620344-08:00

FAA proposes 2,800 daily summer operations cap at Chicago O'Hare; no agreement yet

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Boeing nears 500‑jet 737 MAX order to be unveiled at Trump–Xi Beijing summit Boeing is closing in on one of its largest-ever commercial sales: a roughly 500‑aircraft order for 737 MAX jets that sources say will be unveiled during U.S. President Donald Trump’s state visit to Beijing. The announcement is expected at the Trump–Xi summit.

2026-03-06T11:04:08.986711-08:00

Boeing nears 500‑jet 737 MAX order to be unveiled at Trump–Xi Beijing summit

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When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns Within hours of Iran’s retaliatory strikes the cascade began: airspace closures, mass cancellations and a collapse of booking systems. This piece presents a decision framework for airlines, airports and regulators to restore routings, rebook passengers and restart commercial services after Middle East airspace shutdowns.

2026-03-06T10:19:40.428116-08:00

When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

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Trump removes DHS Secretary Kristi Noem; names Sen. Markwayne Mullin — travel screening programs in flux President Donald Trump removed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem after controversies and disputes over TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, naming Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace her. The change injects uncertainty into traveler-vetting programs and airport operations as the travel industry awaits policy direction from the new DHS chief.

2026-03-06T07:59:56.770903-08:00

Trump removes DHS Secretary Kristi Noem; names Sen. Markwayne Mullin — travel screening programs in flux

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Ethiopian Airlines wins $4mn Mali government contract to operate Hajj flights Ethiopian Airlines has secured a $4 million contract from Mali’s government to operate Hajj pilgrimage flights, a targeted charter engagement that provides direct government-sourced revenue. The award highlights the carrier’s commercial activity in West Africa and its role in state-directed airlift services.

2026-03-06T06:40:24.563465-08:00

Ethiopian Airlines wins $4mn Mali government contract to operate Hajj flights

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Wizz Air UK wins US approval to operate UK–US World Cup charter flights Wizz Air UK has received regulatory approval to operate charter flights between the United Kingdom and the United States, enabling the low-cost carrier to run dedicated FIFA World Cup services this summer, including charters to the US East Coast — the group's first transatlantic charter operations.

2026-03-06T03:20:22.128799-08:00

Wizz Air UK wins US approval to operate UK–US World Cup charter flights

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Jet‑fuel spike from Middle East escalation threatens carrier profits; United warns Q1 hit, fares likely to rise Jet fuel prices have surged following recent strikes and escalating Middle East tensions, adding billions of dollars in costs for US carriers and prompting warnings of imminent fare increases. United CEO Scott Kirby said demand remains strong but the spike will meaningfully depress first‑quarter results.

2026-03-06T03:19:39.082077-08:00

Jet‑fuel spike from Middle East escalation threatens carrier profits; United warns Q1 hit, fares likely to rise

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TAP Air Portugal receives offer for its catering unit TAP Air Portugal has received an offer for its catering unit, the airline said in a short statement. The development pertains to the carrier's in‑house catering operations; TAP did not disclose the bidder's identity, proposed financial terms or a timeline for any potential sale.

2026-03-06T02:59:45.848951-08:00

TAP Air Portugal receives offer for its catering unit

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FAA proposes 2,800 daily summer operations cap at Chicago O'Hare; no agreement yet

Boeing nears 500‑jet 737 MAX order to be unveiled at Trump–Xi Beijing summit

When the Sky Closes: A Decision Framework to Recover Middle East Air Travel After Airspace Shutdowns

Lufthansa Group posts record 2025 revenue as Cargo, Technik and Eurowings drive results

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