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Frontier Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Qantas commit to Starlink and in-cabin Wi-Fi expansion

Frontier Airlines says it will equip its fleet with SpaceX Starlink inflight connectivity by early 2027, targeting an ultra-low-cost differentiator. Cebu Pacific will roll out Starlink across its fleet from 2027, while Qantas plans Wi-Fi on 10 Airbus A380s by April 2027 as more than 125 aircraft already offer onboard internet.

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2026-07-14T04:15:32.496645-07:00

FlightGlobal

Gol targets widebody growth as Airbus A330-900 delivery nears

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2026-07-14T03:59:18.097852-07:00

FlightGlobal

Norwegian posts Q2 operating and net losses as demand softens and fuel costs stay high

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2026-07-14T02:29:06.297275-07:00

Airline Geeks

easyJet weighs Apollo bid to take the airline private, triggering a bidding war with Castlelake

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2026-07-13T07:44:25.244311-07:00

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Frontier Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Qantas commit to Starlink and in-cabin Wi-Fi expansion Frontier Airlines says it will equip its fleet with SpaceX Starlink inflight connectivity by early 2027, targeting an ultra-low-cost differentiator. Cebu Pacific will roll out Starlink across its fleet from 2027, while Qantas plans Wi-Fi on 10 Airbus A380s by April 2027 as more than 125 aircraft already offer onboard internet.

2026-07-14T04:15:32.496645-07:00

Frontier Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Qantas commit to Starlink and in-cabin Wi-Fi expansion

FlightGlobal

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Gol targets widebody growth as Airbus A330-900 delivery nears Gol says it is preparing to expand long-haul operations and evolve from a mostly domestic carrier into a more global Brazilian competitor. The airline is due to take delivery of the first of five Airbus A330-900s from lessor Avolon by year-end, and is already evaluating additional widebody aircraft beyond the initial batch.

2026-07-14T03:59:18.097852-07:00

Gol targets widebody growth as Airbus A330-900 delivery nears

FlightGlobal

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Norwegian posts Q2 operating and net losses as demand softens and fuel costs stay high Norwegian’s low-cost carrier group reported operating and net losses in the second quarter. The results point to weakening demand conditions alongside continued pressure from elevated fuel costs—an unfavorable mix for carriers with cost-sensitive pricing models.

2026-07-14T02:29:06.297275-07:00

Norwegian posts Q2 operating and net losses as demand softens and fuel costs stay high

Bloomberg

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China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand Shares of China’s major airlines are underperforming Cathay Pacific by nearly 50 percentage points in 2026, as analysts project profits will remain under pressure. The outlook is tied to lackluster domestic travel demand, which is expected to weigh on earnings durability.

2026-07-13T20:45:46.873921-07:00

China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand

Bloomberg

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Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs Akasa Air is reportedly seeking to raise ₹10.5 billion ($110 million) via a mix of equity and debt, as the airline tries to manage cost pressures tied to the Iran war. The financing effort reflects funding needs for a young carrier navigating higher operating costs.

2026-07-13T19:15:38.959138-07:00

Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs

Reuters

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Riyadh Air wins regulatory clearance for China debut; targets network scale-up alongside 787 growth plan Saudi startup Riyadh Air has secured regulatory approval to begin flights to Beijing and Shanghai, marking its first step into China as it builds an international network with a goal of 100 destinations by 2030. Separately, the airline is studying additional aircraft purchases, including exercising options for 25–30 more Boeing 787 Dreamliners and potentially adding Airbus aircraft.

2026-07-13T11:29:27.677622-07:00

Riyadh Air wins regulatory clearance for China debut; targets network scale-up alongside 787 growth plan

FlightGlobal

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Tecnam proposes new Italian regional airline to launch P2012 commuter services via Altair Italian airframer Tecnam says it wants to use an ownership-driven airline offshoot to accelerate regional air mobility (RAM) in the country. The proposal centers on operating a Tecnam P2012 commuter-configured piston-twin through Altair, positioning the aircraft and airline under the same corporate umbrella.

2026-07-13T08:29:07.613973-07:00

Tecnam proposes new Italian regional airline to launch P2012 commuter services via Altair

Airline Geeks

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easyJet weighs Apollo bid to take the airline private, triggering a bidding war with Castlelake easyJet has reached an “agreement in principle” with U.S. investment firm Apollo for a potential takeover valued at £5.7bn, as the carrier’s control fight escalates against Castlelake. The race for easyJet could reshape the airline’s London exposure and influence pricing and customer costs depending on the outcome and deal terms.

2026-07-13T07:44:25.244311-07:00

easyJet weighs Apollo bid to take the airline private, triggering a bidding war with Castlelake

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