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SWISS Q1 2026 profit jumps on Middle East-linked demand, but Jet A cost surge threatens Q2

SWISS reported a sharply improved Q1 2026 operating result of CHF 30 million (up from CHF 3.3 million a year earlier) on stable revenue of CHF 1.22 billion, supported by stronger demand for Middle East and Asian routes. The carrier warned that sharply higher jet fuel costs will weigh on Q2 results.

2026-05-06T08:51:30.426558-07:00

The Hill

Delta drops complimentary snacks, meals and drinks on flights ≤350 miles from May 19, 2026

2026-05-06T11:28:13.864661-07:00

AeroTime

SkyWest’s CRJ450 plan spotlights MHIRJ’s CRJ support as operators extend older regional-jet lives

2026-05-06T13:15:55.673123-07:00

CNBC

Lufthansa Group warns jet-fuel bill may rise €1.7bn in 2026 despite strong Q1 as hedging coverage averages ~80%

2026-05-06T00:05:37.568523-07:00

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AeroTime

SkyWest’s CRJ450 plan spotlights MHIRJ’s CRJ support as operators extend older regional-jet lives SkyWest’s planned CRJ450 fleet upgrade/positioning for United Airlines elevates the role of MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) as CRJ support remains a key lever for regional operators seeking to extend older-airframe service lives. The shift underscores how OEM-backed support can influence utilization and fleet economics.

2026-05-06T13:15:55.673123-07:00

SkyWest’s CRJ450 plan spotlights MHIRJ’s CRJ support as operators extend older regional-jet lives

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Delta drops complimentary snacks, meals and drinks on flights ≤350 miles from May 19, 2026 Starting May 19, 2026, Delta will end complimentary in-flight meals, snacks and beverage service on Main and Comfort class trips of 350 miles or less, affecting about 9% of its daily flights. First Class service remains unchanged, while beverage service is expanded on longer routes.

2026-05-06T11:28:13.864661-07:00

Delta drops complimentary snacks, meals and drinks on flights ≤350 miles from May 19, 2026

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TUI fly exits widebody flying on Belgium AOC, reshaping leisure long-haul capacity TUI fly (Belgium) is ending its widebody operations on its Belgian AOC, marking a shift away from widebody-capable flying within the carrier’s legal operating structure. The move changes how the airline positions long-haul capacity and aircraft deployment for Belgium-linked service.

2026-05-06T10:18:53.551110-07:00

TUI fly exits widebody flying on Belgium AOC, reshaping leisure long-haul capacity

Airline Economics

SWISS Q1 2026 profit jumps on Middle East-linked demand, but Jet A cost surge threatens Q2 SWISS reported a sharply improved Q1 2026 operating result of CHF 30 million (up from CHF 3.3 million a year earlier) on stable revenue of CHF 1.22 billion, supported by stronger demand for Middle East and Asian routes. The carrier warned that sharply higher jet fuel costs will weigh on Q2 results.

2026-05-06T08:51:30.426558-07:00

SWISS Q1 2026 profit jumps on Middle East-linked demand, but Jet A cost surge threatens Q2

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Mexico and US make legal and operational moves to settle 2015 open-skies dispute, paving the way to return Mexico City–area slot Mexico and the U.S. have agreed on steps to resolve their air-services dispute, including progress toward ending restrictions tied to Mexico City airport access. The parties say they have formalized the role of AIFA in the bilateral agreement, and that slot changes for US carriers are intended to follow the commitments being implemented.

2026-05-06T07:15:29.141455-07:00

Mexico and US make legal and operational moves to settle 2015 open-skies dispute, paving the way to return Mexico City–area slot

Airline Economics

LATAM Airlines Group Q1 2026 profit tops expectations, but fuel-cost surge forces weaker guidance and cancels 2026 capacity proj LATAM Airlines Group reported first-quarter 2026 net profit of $576 million, with capacity up 10.4% and liquidity of about $4.1 billion. Despite a strong quarter, rising aviation fuel costs and a conservative pricing outlook drove cut guidance—Jerome Cadier pointed to a March fuel-related cost hit of $40 million and LATAM cancelled 2026 seat-capacity projections.

2026-05-06T03:14:08.577520-07:00

LATAM Airlines Group Q1 2026 profit tops expectations, but fuel-cost surge forces weaker guidance and cancels 2026 capacity proj

AINonline

Viasat to launch in-flight connectivity “quality metrics” framework beyond raw network speed Viasat says inflight connectivity performance should be measured using quality metrics—not speed alone—as airline expectations evolve. The company is preparing to launch a satcom “in-flight quality metrics” approach intended to better describe user experience and service performance for onboard Wi‑Fi procurement and operations.

2026-05-06T01:35:19.736368-07:00

Viasat to launch in-flight connectivity “quality metrics” framework beyond raw network speed

CNBC

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Lufthansa Group warns jet-fuel bill may rise €1.7bn in 2026 despite strong Q1 as hedging coverage averages ~80% Lufthansa Group reported a smaller first-quarter loss supported by strong demand, but warned that jet-fuel availability could be reduced later in the year—an additional risk on top of rising fuel costs. It flagged a full-year jet-fuel emergency impact of about €1.7bn, while noting hedging averaging ~80% for the rest of 2026 and sticking to guidance.

2026-05-06T00:05:37.568523-07:00

Lufthansa Group warns jet-fuel bill may rise €1.7bn in 2026 despite strong Q1 as hedging coverage averages ~80%

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SWISS Q1 2026 profit jumps on Middle East-linked demand, but Jet A cost surge threatens Q2

Delta drops complimentary snacks, meals and drinks on flights ≤350 miles from May 19, 2026

SkyWest’s CRJ450 plan spotlights MHIRJ’s CRJ support as operators extend older regional-jet lives

Lufthansa Group warns jet-fuel bill may rise €1.7bn in 2026 despite strong Q1 as hedging coverage averages ~80%

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