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Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27

Qantas Group will extend domestic capacity cuts for another quarter while also slowing international capacity growth as a fuel crisis persists. The carrier has extended previously announced network schedule changes across both international and domestic routes for Jul-2026 to Sep-2026, and is pushing adjustments into the first quarter of FY27.

2026-05-03T21:40:48.152487-07:00

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United Boeing 767-400ER clipped a truck and light pole during approach to Newark (FAA investigating)

2026-05-03T16:38:04.279808-07:00

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Air Canada posts record Q1 2026 operating revenue of $5.8B on strong network demand

2026-05-03T15:36:55.514262-07:00

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Mexicana de Aviación takes first Embraer E190-E2 from 10-jet order

2026-05-03T13:15:22.459008-07:00

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Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27 Qantas Group will extend domestic capacity cuts for another quarter while also slowing international capacity growth as a fuel crisis persists. The carrier has extended previously announced network schedule changes across both international and domestic routes for Jul-2026 to Sep-2026, and is pushing adjustments into the first quarter of FY27.

2026-05-03T21:40:48.152487-07:00

Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27

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United Boeing 767-400ER clipped a truck and light pole during approach to Newark (FAA investigating) A United Airlines Boeing 767-400ER landing at Newark Liberty International Airport struck a bakery delivery truck and a nearby light pole outside the airport perimeter. The FAA said the 767 landed safely, while the impact left the vehicle upended and the delivery driver hospitalized.

2026-05-03T16:38:04.279808-07:00

United Boeing 767-400ER clipped a truck and light pole during approach to Newark (FAA investigating)

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Air Canada posts record Q1 2026 operating revenue of $5.8B on strong network demand Air Canada delivered record first-quarter 2026 operating revenue of $5.8 billion, driven by strong demand across its network. The airline reported resilience despite ongoing geopolitical instability, underscoring continued top-line strength heading into the year.

2026-05-03T15:36:55.514262-07:00

Air Canada posts record Q1 2026 operating revenue of $5.8B on strong network demand

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Mexicana de Aviación takes first Embraer E190-E2 from 10-jet order Mexicana de Aviación has taken delivery of the first of 10 Embraer E190-E2s, marking the initial aircraft in its E2 fleet expansion. The regional jet induction adds a lower-capacity option intended to better match route demand and capacity needs.

2026-05-03T13:15:22.459008-07:00

Mexicana de Aviación takes first Embraer E190-E2 from 10-jet order

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British Airways recruits “ground taxi pilots” at Chicago O’Hare, paying up to $100,000 a year to taxi Boeing 777 and 787 aircraf British Airways is hiring pilots at Chicago O’Hare (ORD) for a “ground taxi pilot” role, with pay up to $100,000 annually for operating Boeing 777 and 787 taxi operations exclusively on the ground. The airline frames the job as a way to help relieve airport congestion through more targeted yard movement.

2026-05-03T02:52:35.288984-07:00

British Airways recruits “ground taxi pilots” at Chicago O’Hare, paying up to $100,000 a year to taxi Boeing 777 and 787 aircraf

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EgyptAir takes delivery of first 737 MAX 8, kicking off SMBC Aviation Capital–backed lease fleet renewal for 18 aircraft EgyptAir has inducted its first Boeing 737 MAX 8 into service, the initial delivery in a batch of 18 737-8 jets leased from SMBC Aviation Capital. The handover marks the start of a broader narrowbody fleet modernization program for the carrier.

2026-05-03T00:54:21.586808-07:00

EgyptAir takes delivery of first 737 MAX 8, kicking off SMBC Aviation Capital–backed lease fleet renewal for 18 aircraft

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Air India to cut ~100 flights/day from June, expand schedule reductions through July 2026 as jet-fuel spike and West Asia airspa Air India plans to reduce about 100 daily services starting in June, with further long-haul schedule trimming through July 2026 as surging turbine fuel prices and West Asia airspace restrictions make routes unprofitable. The May 7 board meeting will assess FY26 financials, cost cuts including unbundling meals and lounge access, and CEO succession.

2026-05-02T18:32:22.361639-07:00

Air India to cut ~100 flights/day from June, expand schedule reductions through July 2026 as jet-fuel spike and West Asia airspa

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China Eastern A350 suffers post-landing mechanical issue, partially hits Shanghai Hongqiao jet bridge while taxiing China Eastern Airlines’ domestic flight from Chengdu to Shanghai (Airbus A350) experienced a mechanical malfunction after landing, leading to partial contact with a jet bridge while taxiing toward the gate at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. The carrier apologized; all passengers were safe and evacuated in an orderly manner.

2026-05-02T08:50:15.893215-07:00

China Eastern A350 suffers post-landing mechanical issue, partially hits Shanghai Hongqiao jet bridge while taxiing

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Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27

United Boeing 767-400ER clipped a truck and light pole during approach to Newark (FAA investigating)

Air Canada posts record Q1 2026 operating revenue of $5.8B on strong network demand

Mexicana de Aviación takes first Embraer E190-E2 from 10-jet order

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