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SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts

SkyWest Airlines has taken over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts, according to ch-aviation. The move shifts responsibility for federally supported air service on these routes to SkyWest, affecting how communities maintain scheduled connectivity under the EAS program.

2026-06-15T10:32:58.129716-07:00

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airBaltic and EL AL sign codeshare set to launch 1 July 2026, routing Israel–Europe connectivity via Riga

2026-06-15T07:17:28.609651-07:00

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OTA eDreams ends use of Ryanair’s booking platform

2026-06-15T08:36:47.190876-07:00

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Virgin Australia targets first Boeing 737 MAX 10 delivery in late 2027, pending US regulatory approvals

2026-06-14T19:48:52.601197-07:00

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SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts SkyWest Airlines has taken over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts, according to ch-aviation. The move shifts responsibility for federally supported air service on these routes to SkyWest, affecting how communities maintain scheduled connectivity under the EAS program.

2026-06-15T10:32:58.129716-07:00

SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts

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OTA eDreams ends use of Ryanair’s booking platform OTA eDreams says it is stopping its use of Ryanair’s platform, ending a technology/distribution connection between the airline and the travel agency’s channels. The change signals a shift in how eDreams routes flight content and booking flows for Ryanair services.

2026-06-15T08:36:47.190876-07:00

OTA eDreams ends use of Ryanair’s booking platform

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airBaltic and EL AL sign codeshare set to launch 1 July 2026, routing Israel–Europe connectivity via Riga airBaltic and EL AL Israel Airlines have agreed a new codeshare partnership effective 1 July 2026, designed to expand one-ticket travel options between Israel, the Baltics and Northern Europe via Riga. The launch aligns with airBaltic’s planned return of scheduled service to Tel Aviv beginning 1 July.

2026-06-15T07:17:28.609651-07:00

airBaltic and EL AL sign codeshare set to launch 1 July 2026, routing Israel–Europe connectivity via Riga

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Virgin Australia targets first Boeing 737 MAX 10 delivery in late 2027, pending US regulatory approvals Virgin Australia expects to take delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX 10 in late 2027, citing Boeing’s progress on US regulatory approvals. The carrier has 10 MAX 10s on order and is aligning the aircraft’s induction with its next phase of domestic and regional capacity renewal.

2026-06-14T19:48:52.601197-07:00

Virgin Australia targets first Boeing 737 MAX 10 delivery in late 2027, pending US regulatory approvals

Aviation Source

Dublin Airport reports near-3.5M passengers in May 2026, up almost 3% year-on-year Dublin Airport says almost 3.5 million passengers moved through its terminals in May 2026, representing nearly 3% year-on-year growth. The update adds to the broader momentum around demand at Ireland’s main hub as policymakers move toward changing capacity rules.

2026-06-14T14:21:26.379989-07:00

Dublin Airport reports near-3.5M passengers in May 2026, up almost 3% year-on-year

CNBC

JetBlue doubles down on Fort Lauderdale (FLL) with lounge upgrade and push to become an international gateway amid Miami–America JetBlue is investing in Fort Lauderdale with a new airport lounge and positioning the Florida hub as an international gateway, betting it can win share despite heavy competitive pressure around Miami International Airport. The strategy underscores how airlines respond when dominant network carriers control nearby demand pools.

2026-06-14T05:17:11.233916-07:00

JetBlue doubles down on Fort Lauderdale (FLL) with lounge upgrade and push to become an international gateway amid Miami–America

Associated Press

Iran-war fuel shock tightens jet-fuel supply and strains African carriers, industry body warns War-related disruption is driving up jet-fuel prices and worsening fuel supply strains for African airlines, the African Airlines Association warns. The group says the crisis has exposed how heavily carriers rely on imported jet fuel—leaving networks vulnerable to rapid cost and availability swings.

2026-06-12T09:10:13.344883-07:00

Iran-war fuel shock tightens jet-fuel supply and strains African carriers, industry body warns

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Slovakia’s AirExplore ends cargo operations as demand softens Slovak cargo operator AirExplore is ending its cargo operations, citing a downturn in the market. The closure highlights how quickly European air-freight capacity and smaller operators are being pressured when demand weakens, with ripple effects for shippers, route planning, and logistics networks.

2026-06-12T07:13:51.020656-07:00

Slovakia’s AirExplore ends cargo operations as demand softens

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SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts

airBaltic and EL AL sign codeshare set to launch 1 July 2026, routing Israel–Europe connectivity via Riga

OTA eDreams ends use of Ryanair’s booking platform

Virgin Australia targets first Boeing 737 MAX 10 delivery in late 2027, pending US regulatory approvals

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