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Portugal targets mid-2027 as deadline to complete TAP Air Portugal sale

Portugal is aiming to finalise the sale of TAP Air Portugal by mid-2027, keeping the privatization timetable in play. The milestone comes as the carrier’s potential strategic-partner pathway and bid evaluations have continued to evolve amid higher-cost pressures and geopolitical airspace risk.

2026-06-18T09:25:00.080552-07:00

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Azul, GOL and LATAM seek government-backed state credit

2026-06-18T10:19:58.708698-07:00

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UK lifts Gulf travel warning for UAE, Qatar and parts of Saudi Arabia; airlines weigh operational “clearance” impacts

2026-06-18T10:03:34.994169-07:00

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Panasonic Avionics’ Arc 3D moving map clears 40-plus airline milestone

2026-06-18T09:35:04.211314-07:00

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Azul, GOL and LATAM seek government-backed state credit Azul, GOL and LATAM have submitted requests for state credit as Brazil’s carriers continue navigating financial and operating pressure. The moves underscore how quickly airline liquidity and funding access can become a strategic issue—particularly for carriers still stabilizing after restructuring or weaker trading periods.

2026-06-18T10:19:58.708698-07:00

Azul, GOL and LATAM seek government-backed state credit

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UK lifts Gulf travel warning for UAE, Qatar and parts of Saudi Arabia; airlines weigh operational “clearance” impacts The UK government has lifted its travel warning covering travel to the UAE, Qatar and parts of Saudi Arabia, citing an agreement signed with the U.S. European carriers will now assess what the change means for Middle East network and schedule decisions, while awaiting further clearance.

2026-06-18T10:03:34.994169-07:00

UK lifts Gulf travel warning for UAE, Qatar and parts of Saudi Arabia; airlines weigh operational “clearance” impacts

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Panasonic Avionics’ Arc 3D moving map clears 40-plus airline milestone Panasonic Avionics says more than 40 airlines worldwide have adopted its Arc interactive 3D moving map, extending the supplier’s installed base across passenger-facing in-flight navigation and engagement tools. The update signals accelerating airline willingness to standardize moving-map experiences onboard fleetwide.

2026-06-18T09:35:04.211314-07:00

Panasonic Avionics’ Arc 3D moving map clears 40-plus airline milestone

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Portugal targets mid-2027 as deadline to complete TAP Air Portugal sale Portugal is aiming to finalise the sale of TAP Air Portugal by mid-2027, keeping the privatization timetable in play. The milestone comes as the carrier’s potential strategic-partner pathway and bid evaluations have continued to evolve amid higher-cost pressures and geopolitical airspace risk.

2026-06-18T09:25:00.080552-07:00

Portugal targets mid-2027 as deadline to complete TAP Air Portugal sale

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CEIBA review could pave the way for privatizing Equatorial Guinea’s flag carrier A review of CEIBA—Equatorial Guinea’s flag carrier—could result in the airline being privatized, according to the report. The potential shift would alter state involvement in the carrier’s ownership structure and future operating strategy.

2026-06-18T08:04:51.136290-07:00

CEIBA review could pave the way for privatizing Equatorial Guinea’s flag carrier

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easyJet adds 13 new routes from eight UK airports for Winter 2026/27, including Reykjavik and Kittila easyJet is launching 13 new winter routes from eight UK airports for the 2026/27 season, extending connectivity to Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Egypt, Spain, Germany and Switzerland. The carrier also disclosed new Liverpool–Reykjavik and Liverpool–Kittilä services now on sale.

2026-06-18T07:48:52.435201-07:00

easyJet adds 13 new routes from eight UK airports for Winter 2026/27, including Reykjavik and Kittila

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PeakJet to launch by-the-seat Zurich flying to Málaga, Nice and Palma from 1 August (Legacy 650 operated under VistaJet Germany PeakJet (Peak Plus AG) plans to launch by-the-seat services from Zurich to Málaga, Nice and Palma de Mallorca starting 1 August. The operation will use Bombardier Legacy 650 aircraft, operated under VistaJet (Germany)’s AOC.

2026-06-18T07:24:19.178802-07:00

PeakJet to launch by-the-seat Zurich flying to Málaga, Nice and Palma from 1 August (Legacy 650 operated under VistaJet Germany

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Qatar Airways rebuilds to 85% of pre-Iran-war network and seeds Summer 2026 growth with new COO and CCO Qatar Airways Group says it has restored 85% of its pre-crisis network and launched its Summer 2026 schedule, offering more than 140 daily departures from Doha to 160+ destinations. The carrier also appointed new Chief Operating Officer and Chief Customer Officer roles to drive capacity and customer-led growth.

2026-06-18T05:05:10.487021-07:00

Qatar Airways rebuilds to 85% of pre-Iran-war network and seeds Summer 2026 growth with new COO and CCO

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Portugal targets mid-2027 as deadline to complete TAP Air Portugal sale

Azul, GOL and LATAM seek government-backed state credit

UK lifts Gulf travel warning for UAE, Qatar and parts of Saudi Arabia; airlines weigh operational “clearance” impacts

Panasonic Avionics’ Arc 3D moving map clears 40-plus airline milestone

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