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United agrees to expand non-rev access to widebody crew rest bunks for flight attendants

United Airlines’ flight-attendant union has reached an agreement that could allow “non-rev” crew members to use widebody aircraft’s secret crew rest bunks on long-haul flights. The change hinges on implementing access rules with the Chicago-based carrier.

2026-06-19T08:09:55.073023-07:00

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FAA extends New York JFK/LGA/EWR “high-density” slot rules through 2027, allowing airlines to retain slots without operating fli

2026-06-19T05:12:19.660905-07:00

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De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote deep-network turboprop flying

2026-06-19T05:38:51.622348-07:00

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EU261 passenger-rights overhaul agreed; airlines and consumer stakeholders push back on baggage and hand-luggage changes

2026-06-19T05:05:57.568001-07:00

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United agrees to expand non-rev access to widebody crew rest bunks for flight attendants United Airlines’ flight-attendant union has reached an agreement that could allow “non-rev” crew members to use widebody aircraft’s secret crew rest bunks on long-haul flights. The change hinges on implementing access rules with the Chicago-based carrier.

2026-06-19T08:09:55.073023-07:00

United agrees to expand non-rev access to widebody crew rest bunks for flight attendants

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De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote deep-network turboprop flying De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, supporting the carrier’s strategy to pair widebody capacity with turboprops for deep regional connectivity. The handover adds short-field-capable lift aimed at serving the continent’s most remote routes.

2026-06-19T05:38:51.622348-07:00

De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote deep-network turboprop flying

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FAA extends New York JFK/LGA/EWR “high-density” slot rules through 2027, allowing airlines to retain slots without operating fli The FAA will extend its New York “use it or lose it” High Density Rules through 2027, letting incumbent carriers keep peak-hour landing/takeoff slots at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark even if they do not operate the associated flights. As a result, JFK will not receive additional peak-hour flights under the extension.

2026-06-19T05:12:19.660905-07:00

FAA extends New York JFK/LGA/EWR “high-density” slot rules through 2027, allowing airlines to retain slots without operating fli

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EU261 passenger-rights overhaul agreed; airlines and consumer stakeholders push back on baggage and hand-luggage changes The EU has agreed revised passenger-rights rules under EU261, prompting criticism from leading aviation industry figures. The changes—particularly around baggage and hand luggage—are being challenged by stakeholders including major carriers such as Ryanair, which has reacted to proposed hand-baggage rule updates in Europe.

2026-06-19T05:05:57.568001-07:00

EU261 passenger-rights overhaul agreed; airlines and consumer stakeholders push back on baggage and hand-luggage changes

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IAG rules out easyJet bid amid EU M&A constraints, says CEO Luis Gallego IAG’s chief executive Luis Gallego said the group would “explore” a potential easyJet bid, but EU merger and acquisition rules make such a transaction “very difficult,” according to the Financial Times. The comment follows recent takeover and stake allegations involving easyJet.

2026-06-19T04:44:38.453499-07:00

IAG rules out easyJet bid amid EU M&A constraints, says CEO Luis Gallego

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Qantas fine-tunes Project Sunrise on its Airbus A350-1000ULR: 22-hour Sydney–London launch in Oct 2027 with updated extra-legroo As Qantas nears the final preparations for Project Sunrise, it has unveiled the first custom Airbus A350-1000ULR configured for its 22-hour non-stop Sydney–London service, targeting an October 2027 launch. The airline is also moving from its earlier 33-inch legroom promise to an extra-legroom approach and has previewed its first-class suite.

2026-06-19T04:15:27.277449-07:00

Qantas fine-tunes Project Sunrise on its Airbus A350-1000ULR: 22-hour Sydney–London launch in Oct 2027 with updated extra-legroo

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2026-06-19T02:44:21.501168-07:00

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American Airlines issues widebody RFP to Airbus and Boeing for next fleet investment American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says the carrier has issued requests for proposals to Airbus and Boeing to evaluate its next widebody aircraft order. The RFP is framed as a step in AA’s ongoing premium long-haul fleet refresh, including replacing 47 Boeing 777-200ERs.

2026-06-18T14:10:09.095875-07:00

American Airlines issues widebody RFP to Airbus and Boeing for next fleet investment

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United agrees to expand non-rev access to widebody crew rest bunks for flight attendants

FAA extends New York JFK/LGA/EWR “high-density” slot rules through 2027, allowing airlines to retain slots without operating fli

De Havilland Canada delivers first Twin Otter Classic 300-G to Ethiopian Airlines for remote deep-network turboprop flying

EU261 passenger-rights overhaul agreed; airlines and consumer stakeholders push back on baggage and hand-luggage changes

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