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Ryanair to close Berlin Brandenburg base from October 2026, cutting 7 aircraft and halving capacity amid higher airport fees and

Ryanair says it will shutter its Berlin Brandenburg (BER) base from October 2026, withdrawing seven aircraft and reducing services by about half through winter 2026/27. The carrier blames rising costs—including higher landing fees and Germany’s air traffic levy—calling BER “hopelessly uncompetitive,” with the move linked to the loss of 210 jobs.

2026-04-24T07:03:20.897240-07:00

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Wizz Air CEO outlines growth push, cash preservation and fuel/supply chain resilience

2026-04-24T07:03:24.354887-07:00

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American CEO Robert Isom rejects a United merger as “anticompetitive,” leaving door open only for future, regulator-friendly con

2026-04-24T04:13:50.451344-07:00

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AFRAA: Africa jet fuel supply holds, but airlines are moving to short-term surcharges

2026-04-24T02:33:19.473341-07:00

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Hawaiian’s 717 replacement gap highlights the search for a “purpose-built” narrowbody that doesn’t yet exist Hawaiian’s fleet of 717s is reaching the end of its usefulness amid a demanding operating environment. Alaska’s CFO is pushing for a “purpose-built” aircraft to replace the type, but points to the central issue: there is no clear replacement that fits the mission today.

2026-04-24T10:23:32.551647-07:00

Hawaiian’s 717 replacement gap highlights the search for a “purpose-built” narrowbody that doesn’t yet exist

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Wizz Air CEO outlines growth push, cash preservation and fuel/supply chain resilience Wizz Air CEO József Váradi says the airline’s aborted Abu Dhabi venture was “a mistake,” but he’s “prepared to make more” to drive growth. Speaking at CAPA’s Airlines in Transition 2026, he stressed cash preservation, said there’s no capacity reduction planned, and argued the carrier is well hedged as fuel prices rise and supply-chain issues need recovery.

2026-04-24T07:03:24.354887-07:00

Wizz Air CEO outlines growth push, cash preservation and fuel/supply chain resilience

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Ryanair to close Berlin Brandenburg base from October 2026, cutting 7 aircraft and halving capacity amid higher airport fees and Ryanair says it will shutter its Berlin Brandenburg (BER) base from October 2026, withdrawing seven aircraft and reducing services by about half through winter 2026/27. The carrier blames rising costs—including higher landing fees and Germany’s air traffic levy—calling BER “hopelessly uncompetitive,” with the move linked to the loss of 210 jobs.

2026-04-24T07:03:20.897240-07:00

Ryanair to close Berlin Brandenburg base from October 2026, cutting 7 aircraft and halving capacity amid higher airport fees and

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American CEO Robert Isom rejects a United merger as “anticompetitive,” leaving door open only for future, regulator-friendly con American Airlines CEO Robert Isom told investors a potential combination with United Airlines is a “nonstarter,” arguing it would be anti-competitive. He avoided deal specifics but acknowledged consolidation could remain possible “if the correct circumstances are present.”

2026-04-24T04:13:50.451344-07:00

American CEO Robert Isom rejects a United merger as “anticompetitive,” leaving door open only for future, regulator-friendly con

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AFRAA: Africa jet fuel supply holds, but airlines are moving to short-term surcharges Jet fuel supplies remain steady at most major African airports, but airlines are increasingly adding surcharges as short-term availability risk and price volatility move to the top of flight-planning concerns, according to the African Airlines Association (AFRAA). The shift signals rising operational pricing pressure even without widespread supply shortfalls.

2026-04-24T02:33:19.473341-07:00

AFRAA: Africa jet fuel supply holds, but airlines are moving to short-term surcharges

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British Airways’ The Club extends elite tiers to non-triers, triggering frequent-flyer backlash British Airways is renewing The Club elite status for select members who did not requalify, including some who reportedly received tier retention via emails despite little to no qualifying flying over the past 12 months. The move has sparked backlash as loyal customers lose elite perks while low-activity members are extended.

2026-04-23T05:57:46.079304-07:00

British Airways’ The Club extends elite tiers to non-triers, triggering frequent-flyer backlash

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Schiphol to cut airport charges by 10%+ for airlines through March 2027, citing Middle East-driven kerosene cost surge Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will temporarily reduce airport charges by more than 10% (10% for daytime flights) from 27 April 2026 through 31 March 2027. The discount is designed to offset sharply rising operational costs tied to Middle East tensions and soaring kerosene prices, despite an expected hit to Schiphol’s own financial results.

2026-04-23T05:36:06.523305-07:00

Schiphol to cut airport charges by 10%+ for airlines through March 2027, citing Middle East-driven kerosene cost surge

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Airlines UK urges UK government extension of fuel-cost support amid rising jet-fuel crisis Airlines UK is asking the UK government to extend assistance for carriers as fuel prices rise again, threatening profitability and operational planning. The plea underscores how rapidly changing jet-fuel economics are forcing airlines to revisit cost control measures and capacity decisions.

2026-04-23T05:24:39.660013-07:00

Airlines UK urges UK government extension of fuel-cost support amid rising jet-fuel crisis

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Ryanair to close Berlin Brandenburg base from October 2026, cutting 7 aircraft and halving capacity amid higher airport fees and

Wizz Air CEO outlines growth push, cash preservation and fuel/supply chain resilience

American CEO Robert Isom rejects a United merger as “anticompetitive,” leaving door open only for future, regulator-friendly con

AFRAA: Africa jet fuel supply holds, but airlines are moving to short-term surcharges

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