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easyJet adds winter 2026/27 capacity in France and revives key leisure links to Egypt and the Canary Islands

easyJet says it is launching nine new winter 2026/27 routes across six UK airports, including new services to the Canary Islands, Egypt (Sharm El Sheikh/Le Caire via Sphinx), France and multiple European markets. The schedule also includes a Bordeaux network build-out and the planned resumption of Geneva–Hamburg from September 2026.

2026-04-24T17:37:07.984765-07:00

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Emirates President Tim Clark teases first-class suites with private, en-suite bathrooms

2026-04-23T18:06:22.066969-07:00

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Ryanair exits Berlin Brandenburg (BER): closes base from 24-Oct-2026, halves capacity in winter 2026-27 amid rising airport char

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

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American CEO Robert Isom dismisses United merger as anti-competitive, but leaves door open for future airline M&A

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easyJet adds winter 2026/27 capacity in France and revives key leisure links to Egypt and the Canary Islands easyJet says it is launching nine new winter 2026/27 routes across six UK airports, including new services to the Canary Islands, Egypt (Sharm El Sheikh/Le Caire via Sphinx), France and multiple European markets. The schedule also includes a Bordeaux network build-out and the planned resumption of Geneva–Hamburg from September 2026.

2026-04-24T17:37:07.984765-07:00

easyJet adds winter 2026/27 capacity in France and revives key leisure links to Egypt and the Canary Islands

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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 says Abu Dhabi venture was a mistake as airline prioritizes cash preservation Speaking at CAPA’s Airline Leaders Summit, Wizz Air CEO József Váradi said the failed Abu Dhabi venture was “a mistake,” but that the airline is prepared to pursue further growth. He also emphasized cash preservation, saying Wizz Air has no plans to cut capacity despite rising fuel prices and broader concerns about supply issues.

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

Wizz Air CEO says Abu Dhabi venture was a mistake as airline prioritizes cash preservation

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Ryanair exits Berlin Brandenburg (BER): closes base from 24-Oct-2026, halves capacity in winter 2026-27 amid rising airport char Ryanair will shut its BER base from 24 October 2026, withdrawing seven aircraft and cutting service—effectively halving capacity from winter 2026-27. The carrier cites “chopelessly uncompetitive” operating conditions, including higher airport landing fees and the German air-traffic tax, with 210 jobs at risk.

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

Ryanair exits Berlin Brandenburg (BER): closes base from 24-Oct-2026, halves capacity in winter 2026-27 amid rising airport char

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American CEO Robert Isom dismisses United merger as anti-competitive, but leaves door open for future airline M&A American Airlines CEO Robert Isom called a potential United combination a “nonstarter” and said it would be “anti-competitive,” echoing concerns that the two-largest carriers “getting together” would harm competition. He did not rule out future M&A if circumstances change, while acknowledging consolidation remains possible.

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

American CEO Robert Isom dismisses United merger as anti-competitive, but leaves door open for future airline M&A

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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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Emirates President Tim Clark teases first-class suites with private, en-suite bathrooms Emirates president Tim Clark says the airline is developing first-class suites with dedicated, private bathrooms, an upgrade positioned as a new luxury benchmark. The remarks also come alongside discussion of broader cabin changes, including a complete economy redesign for Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft amid delivery-delays.

2026-04-23T18:06:22.066969-07:00

Emirates President Tim Clark teases first-class suites with private, en-suite bathrooms

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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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easyJet adds winter 2026/27 capacity in France and revives key leisure links to Egypt and the Canary Islands

Emirates President Tim Clark teases first-class suites with private, en-suite bathrooms

Ryanair exits Berlin Brandenburg (BER): closes base from 24-Oct-2026, halves capacity in winter 2026-27 amid rising airport char

American CEO Robert Isom dismisses United merger as anti-competitive, but leaves door open for future airline M&A

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