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Singapore Airlines Group posts record FY2026 revenue and operating profit, hit by Air India losses

Singapore Airlines Group reported record revenue of S$20.5 billion (+5%) and a 39% rise in operating profit to S$2.4 billion for FY2025/26, supported by strong second-half demand. The group’s earnings were pressured by Air India losses of about $2.79 billion (S$3.56 billion) for the year ended 31 March 2026. Singapore Airlines said it is cautious on high fuel-cost impact while looking for opportunities to improve yields.

2026-05-14T04:37:18.448744-07:00

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ACI: Iran-war hit to Gulf hubs—27M passenger loss and up to $1B in revenue; cargo down 620,000 tonnes across nine airports

2026-05-14T02:22:30.019935-07:00

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Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

2026-05-13T23:58:41.888823-07:00

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Allegiant completes $1.5B acquisition of Sun Country, consolidating charter and cargo under the leisure carrier

2026-05-13T14:24:56.209126-07:00

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Copa turns higher Q1 profit despite “fuel spike,” says shortages aren’t a near-term threat Panama-based Copa Airlines posted net profit of $212.5 million in Q1 2026, up 20.2% year on year, citing strong demand. In commentary on fuel risks, the CEO said the carrier draws most of its fuel from Mexico and the USA, leaving limited concern about fuel shortages even as fuel prices rise.

2026-05-14T12:10:30.726646-07:00

Copa turns higher Q1 profit despite “fuel spike,” says shortages aren’t a near-term threat

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Singapore Airlines Group posts record FY2026 revenue and operating profit, hit by Air India losses Singapore Airlines Group reported record revenue of S$20.5 billion (+5%) and a 39% rise in operating profit to S$2.4 billion for FY2025/26, supported by strong second-half demand. The group’s earnings were pressured by Air India losses of about $2.79 billion (S$3.56 billion) for the year ended 31 March 2026. Singapore Airlines said it is cautious on high fuel-cost impact while looking for opportunities to improve yields.

2026-05-14T04:37:18.448744-07:00

Singapore Airlines Group posts record FY2026 revenue and operating profit, hit by Air India losses

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Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion Air Mauritius’ CEO says the carrier is considering smaller narrowbodies—including A321-200NX(LR)/A321LR-class options or B737 MAX types—as part of a fleet modernization plan it calls “Game Changer.” The strategy is also reported to include adding three A350-900s by 2028 to strengthen its widebody segment.

2026-05-14T03:41:00.580230-07:00

Air Mauritius’ “Game Changer” plan weighs A321neo/B737 MAX narrowbodies alongside A350-900 expansion

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ACI: Iran-war hit to Gulf hubs—27M passenger loss and up to $1B in revenue; cargo down 620,000 tonnes across nine airports Airports Council International (Asia-Pacific & Middle East) and Flare Aviation Consulting estimate that the Iran conflict cut demand at nine major Middle East airports by up to 27 million passengers and up to $1 billion in revenue over roughly two months after late-February. Cargo losses are estimated at 620,000 tonnes, and pre-conflict schedule capacity fell to 53% in March/April 2026.

2026-05-14T02:22:30.019935-07:00

ACI: Iran-war hit to Gulf hubs—27M passenger loss and up to $1B in revenue; cargo down 620,000 tonnes across nine airports

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Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts Eswatini Air has warned that looming fuel shortages may compel reductions to its flight schedule. The carrier’s notice highlights the operational risk airlines face when fuel availability tightens, with knock-on effects for capacity planning and passenger connectivity.

2026-05-13T23:58:41.888823-07:00

Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

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Air New Zealand flags FY2026 losses exceeding $300m+ as volatile jet-fuel prices hit demand and raises risk of further capacity Air New Zealand says its losses are set to steepen in FY2026, projecting more than $300 million in total losses as elevated and volatile global jet-fuel prices weigh on costs. The carrier is trimming 5% of flights and reviewing which international routes to reduce, citing softening demand and “material uncertainty.”

2026-05-13T15:43:57.515939-07:00

Air New Zealand flags FY2026 losses exceeding $300m+ as volatile jet-fuel prices hit demand and raises risk of further capacity

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NTSB urges FAA standardization of realistic cockpit smoke training for pilots The NTSB is urging the FAA to require airlines to incorporate immersive, realistic flight-deck smoke scenarios into pilot training. The push follows prior incidents—including a Southwest Airlines event after a 2023 bird strike—and NTSB findings that current practices are insufficient to prepare crews for smoke-filled cockpit conditions.

2026-05-13T14:33:29.048195-07:00

NTSB urges FAA standardization of realistic cockpit smoke training for pilots

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Allegiant completes $1.5B acquisition of Sun Country, consolidating charter and cargo under the leisure carrier Allegiant Travel Company has closed its roughly $1.5 billion acquisition of Sun Country after regulator and shareholder approvals, formally merging Allegiant Air and Sun Country to create a larger U.S. leisure carrier. The brands are expected to operate separately in the near term, with Sun Country’s charter and cargo arms coming under Allegiant control.

2026-05-13T14:24:56.209126-07:00

Allegiant completes $1.5B acquisition of Sun Country, consolidating charter and cargo under the leisure carrier

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Singapore Airlines Group posts record FY2026 revenue and operating profit, hit by Air India losses

ACI: Iran-war hit to Gulf hubs—27M passenger loss and up to $1B in revenue; cargo down 620,000 tonnes across nine airports

Eswatini Air warns fuel shortages could force flight cuts

Allegiant completes $1.5B acquisition of Sun Country, consolidating charter and cargo under the leisure carrier

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