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Uzbekistan Airways orders up to 22 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners in record $8bn deal

Uzbekistan Airways has placed its largest-ever aircraft order with Boeing for up to 22 787-9 Dreamliners, a deal the carrier and U.S. officials say is worth more than $8 billion. The commitment forms a centrepiece of the national carrier's widebody fleet renewal program.

2025-09-22T13:32:32.367069-07:00

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LATAM signs for up to 74 Embraer E195‑E2s, 24 firm with 50 purchase rights

2025-09-22T04:50:41.921287-07:00

CNBC

Spirit to furlough 1,800 flight attendants — about one-third of crew — as it cuts capacity during second Chapter 11

2025-09-22T09:50:16.786443-07:00

Reuters

India's Supreme Court orders review of AAIB probe into Air India AI171 Ahmedabad crash, calls report 'irresponsible'

2025-09-22T00:24:41.793786-07:00

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Alaska Airlines to build new lounge at San Diego International Airport Alaska Airlines will develop a new lounge at San Diego International Airport, with work scheduled to begin soon. The carrier says the facility is part of an expanded, modern Lounge network aimed at redefining how guests relax before takeoff, reflecting Alaska's broader hub and route footprint growth.

2025-09-23T12:31:07.834276-07:00

Alaska Airlines to build new lounge at San Diego International Airport

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Brazil weighs state-owned regional carrier as private start-ups enter market Brazil is weighing the creation of a state-owned regional airline even as multiple private start-ups prepare to enter the domestic market. The simultaneous emergence of a public operator and new entrants could reshape regional capacity, fleet demand and the competitive landscape for short-haul routes.

2025-09-23T11:00:15.254575-07:00

Brazil weighs state-owned regional carrier as private start-ups enter market

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ATR eyes US regional market to replace ageing 50‑seat jets with upgraded turboprops ATR is pitching its updated turboprops as replacements for hundreds of ageing 50‑seat regional jets across the United States, offering new cabin layouts and forward boarding doors to appeal to carriers seeking premium passenger experiences and better short‑haul economics.

2025-09-23T10:59:39.603095-07:00

ATR eyes US regional market to replace ageing 50‑seat jets with upgraded turboprops

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American Airlines partners with Champagne Bollinger for Flagship lounges and long‑haul premium cabins American Airlines will introduce Bollinger Champagne in Flagship Lounges and select long‑haul premium cabins this fall, the carrier’s first partnership with a prestige Champagne house. The rollout complements other premium service upgrades even as some premium wine selections remain unchanged in parts of the product.

2025-09-23T10:45:32.264654-07:00

American Airlines partners with Champagne Bollinger for Flagship lounges and long‑haul premium cabins

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Flight attendants allege FAA safety violations on Avelo’s ICE deportation flights Flight attendants at Avelo Airlines allege the carrier is failing to comply with FAA safety regulations during deportation flights operated for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, raising concerns about in‑flight procedures and regulatory oversight. The claims focus on Avelo’s ICE‑chartered operations rather than its commercial passenger services.

2025-09-23T08:37:16.032403-07:00

Flight attendants allege FAA safety violations on Avelo’s ICE deportation flights

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Air Canada makes Ottawa–London (Heathrow) route year‑round, preserving Canada's only nonstop link to Europe Air Canada will operate nonstop Ottawa–London Heathrow flights through winter 2025–26, converting the seasonal link into a year‑round service. The move preserves Canada's capital's sole nonstop connection to Europe and maintains one‑stop access across Heathrow to Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa.

2025-09-23T07:48:49.380060-07:00

Air Canada makes Ottawa–London (Heathrow) route year‑round, preserving Canada's only nonstop link to Europe

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Skift ‘Loyalty Stickiness’ Index: Big Leaks in Traveler Loyalty and What It Means for Airlines

2025-09-23T05:07:44.370509-07:00

Skift ‘Loyalty Stickiness’ Ind

Reuters

Spirit's second bankruptcy threatens Arnold Palmer Regional service; Latrobe could face 65-mile drive to Pittsburgh Facing its second Chapter 11 filing in a year, Spirit Airlines is poised to slash or eliminate service at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport. If routes are cut, Latrobe residents would lose local air service and likely face a 65-mile drive to Pittsburgh to access scheduled flights.

2025-09-23T05:07:41.345628-07:00

Spirit's second bankruptcy threatens Arnold Palmer Regional service; Latrobe could face 65-mile drive to Pittsburgh

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