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Ryanair ends eight‑month 'Prime' subscription after 55,000 sign‑ups and €1.6m loss

Ryanair will close its 'Prime' membership programme from 28 November, halting new sign‑ups after an eight‑month trial that attracted about 55,000 members and reportedly lost €1.6m. Existing subscribers will retain Prime benefits through 2026, but no new customers will be accepted.

2025-11-28T02:27:00.310248-08:00

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Lufthansa Group rolls out 'Fly Now, Pay Later' with Klarna and Adyen across Europe and the US

2025-11-27T05:13:22.113078-08:00

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Venezuela revokes permits for six international carriers after flight suspensions amid US tensions

2025-11-27T01:20:58.397204-08:00

Airline Economics

UK raises Air Passenger Duty and extends private‑jet levy; small aircraft to face higher per‑passenger charges from April 2027

2025-11-26T08:19:33.531441-08:00

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Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority Suspends Dana Air’s Operating Licence and Air Operator’s Certificate Nigeria's Civil Aviation Authority has suspended the Operating Licence and Air Operator’s Certificate of Dana Air (DAN, Lagos), removing the carrier's legal authorization to conduct commercial flights. The move triggers immediate regulatory, compliance and operational reviews for the airline and its customers.

2025-11-28T03:10:10.281639-08:00

Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority Suspends Dana Air’s Operating Licence and Air Operator’s Certificate

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Nigeria signals it may seize and sell assets of suspended carrier Dana Air Nigeria’s aviation minister, Festus Keyama, said the federal government may recover and sell assets of suspended carrier Dana Air, signalling possible enforcement action after the airline’s regulatory suspension; Keyama did not provide a timeline, valuation or details on which assets would be affected.

2025-11-28T03:10:09.802706-08:00

Nigeria signals it may seize and sell assets of suspended carrier Dana Air

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Lufthansa pledges no more domestic cuts, bets €70m onboard refresh to lift profitability into 2026 Lufthansa says it will make no further cuts to domestic routes this summer and is investing €70 million in new long‑haul catering and onboard services, part of a broader fleet and service push as the carrier targets improved profitability in 2026 after returning to the black this year.

2025-11-28T02:46:59.289962-08:00

Lufthansa pledges no more domestic cuts, bets €70m onboard refresh to lift profitability into 2026

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Ryanair ends eight‑month 'Prime' subscription after 55,000 sign‑ups and €1.6m loss Ryanair will close its 'Prime' membership programme from 28 November, halting new sign‑ups after an eight‑month trial that attracted about 55,000 members and reportedly lost €1.6m. Existing subscribers will retain Prime benefits through 2026, but no new customers will be accepted.

2025-11-28T02:27:00.310248-08:00

Ryanair ends eight‑month 'Prime' subscription after 55,000 sign‑ups and €1.6m loss

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Lufthansa pledges to support Bundeswehr in any future crisis, CEO Jens Ritter says Lufthansa CEO Jens Ritter said the carrier will be ready to support the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) in any future crisis, framing the commitment as part of the airline’s national responsibility. He told reporters the airline stands prepared to provide assistance and capacity if required.

2025-11-28T01:44:05.925759-08:00

Lufthansa pledges to support Bundeswehr in any future crisis, CEO Jens Ritter says

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Emirates to operate all Dubai–Baghdad flights with A350s from Jan 2026, freeing 777s Emirates will operate all Dubai–Baghdad weekly flights with Airbus A350s from 1 January 2026, replacing Boeing 777s on the seven‑times‑weekly service. The shift standardises cabins and passenger comfort on the route and releases 777 capacity for redeployment or surplus.

2025-11-28T01:01:41.846641-08:00

Emirates to operate all Dubai–Baghdad flights with A350s from Jan 2026, freeing 777s

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OEM delivery days reveal prioritisation — MAX and A220 slots tighten while largest customers get faster handovers New data shows OEM delivery lead times vary sharply by model and customer: delivery days for Boeing's MAX and Airbus's A220 have shortened, while the largest airline and lessor customers are receiving disproportionately faster delivery slots. The pattern highlights OEM prioritisation amid lingering production and supply constraints.

2025-11-28T00:07:11.467799-08:00

OEM delivery days reveal prioritisation — MAX and A220 slots tighten while largest customers get faster handovers

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Kenya Airways warns of 25% FY25 profit drop as three Boeing 787-8s grounded amid engine and parts shortages Kenya Airways expects a roughly 25% decline in FY25 profit after grounding three Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners because of engine shortages and delayed spare parts. The out-of-service widebodies are forcing network adjustments and exacerbate capacity constraints across Africa's long-haul and regional markets.

2025-11-27T22:47:25.812448-08:00

Kenya Airways warns of 25% FY25 profit drop as three Boeing 787-8s grounded amid engine and parts shortages

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