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China Eastern orders 101 Airbus A320neo jets in $15.8bn deal

China Eastern has agreed to acquire 101 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft in a deal valued at about $15.8 billion at list prices. The airline said the delivery timetable "may be adjusted according to real-world circumstances" subject to mutual agreement between the parties.

2026-03-25T05:20:39.790700-07:00

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Singapore Airlines to launch daily A350‑900 nonstop Singapore–Western Sydney service from 23 Nov 2026

2026-03-24T06:20:03.278566-07:00

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WestJet and SAS widen transatlantic codeshare as WestJet launches Halifax–Copenhagen nonstop

2026-03-24T09:34:32.496582-07:00

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Singapore Airlines to launch daily non‑stop Singapore–Western Sydney (WSI) service from 23 Nov 2026

2026-03-25T04:35:23.655889-07:00

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China Eastern orders 101 Airbus A320neo jets in $15.8bn deal China Eastern has agreed to acquire 101 Airbus A320neo-family aircraft in a deal valued at about $15.8 billion at list prices. The airline said the delivery timetable "may be adjusted according to real-world circumstances" subject to mutual agreement between the parties.

2026-03-25T05:20:39.790700-07:00

China Eastern orders 101 Airbus A320neo jets in $15.8bn deal

AeroTime

Singapore Airlines to launch daily non‑stop Singapore–Western Sydney (WSI) service from 23 Nov 2026 Singapore Airlines will launch daily nonstop services between Singapore and Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) from 23 November 2026, becoming the first international carrier at the new Western Sydney hub. The move establishes SIA as an early long‑haul anchor for WSI's international network.

2026-03-25T04:35:23.655889-07:00

Singapore Airlines to launch daily non‑stop Singapore–Western Sydney (WSI) service from 23 Nov 2026

Skift

The Recalibration: CEOs Rethink Travel Demand and Strategy for 2026 Travel companies entered 2026 with plans built on shared assumptions about the world that no longer apply. CEOs are re-evaluating demand forecasts, network and product strategies, and cost structures to align operations with changed traveler behavior, market realities and revenue models across carriers, airports and travel suppliers.

2026-03-25T04:30:34.496700-07:00

The Recalibration: CEOs Rethink Travel Demand and Strategy for 2026

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Fastjet Group to expand brand footprint across West Africa Fastjet Group announced plans to expand its brand footprint across West Africa, signalling a push to grow its regional presence. The company did not provide further details in the coverage about specific markets, timing, fleet or partner arrangements for the expansion.

2026-03-25T03:59:15.699454-07:00

Fastjet Group to expand brand footprint across West Africa

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Kenya Airways aims to return grounded jets before summer peak as engine shortages contribute to 2025 loss Kenya Airways aims to return most aircraft grounded by engine unavailability before the summer peak to restore capacity. The SkyTeam carrier swung back to a loss in 2025 after its first full-year net profit in a decade in 2024, a performance aided by currency gains.

2026-03-25T03:35:13.164335-07:00

Kenya Airways aims to return grounded jets before summer peak as engine shortages contribute to 2025 loss

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UK court orders SpiceJet to pay $8M in aircraft lease dispute A UK court has ordered SpiceJet to pay $8 million after ruling in an aircraft lease dispute, handing the Indian carrier a clear legal and financial obligation. The judgment directly affects leased-aircraft arrangements and will be watched closely by lessors, lenders and counterparties.

2026-03-25T03:00:29.650670-07:00

UK court orders SpiceJet to pay $8M in aircraft lease dispute

The Hill

Delta suspends expedited travel perks for members of Congress amid U.S. government shutdown Delta Air Lines is suspending special travel privileges for members of Congress — including dedicated flight-assistance and expedited airport processing — until the government shutdown ends. Lawmakers will be treated as regular customers and undergo standard TSA screening based on their SkyMiles status as security lines lengthen.

2026-03-25T00:01:11.254292-07:00

Delta suspends expedited travel perks for members of Congress amid U.S. government shutdown

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Amazone Airlines launches commercial domestic service with inaugural Cotonou–Parakou flight Amazone Airlines, Benin's newly certified national carrier, operated its first commercial flight on 23 March 2026, launching scheduled domestic services between Cotonou and Parakou after receiving its air operator’s certificate last month. The move is the carrier's initial step toward building domestic and future international routes.

2026-03-24T09:55:33.792049-07:00

Amazone Airlines launches commercial domestic service with inaugural Cotonou–Parakou flight

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China Eastern orders 101 Airbus A320neo jets in $15.8bn deal

Singapore Airlines to launch daily A350‑900 nonstop Singapore–Western Sydney service from 23 Nov 2026

WestJet and SAS widen transatlantic codeshare as WestJet launches Halifax–Copenhagen nonstop

Singapore Airlines to launch daily non‑stop Singapore–Western Sydney (WSI) service from 23 Nov 2026

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