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Cathay Pacific raises fuel surcharge from 1 April but vows to hold capacity, adds HKG–LHR frequencies

Cathay Pacific will increase fuel surcharges from 1 April 2026 as jet fuel costs rise amid the Middle East conflict. CEO Ronald Lam said preserving flight capacity is the short‑term priority and cuts remain a "last resort," while the airline adds four HKG–LHR round trips in April, taking weekly London service to 35.

2026-03-30T20:46:26.002297-07:00

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ANA consolidates sales and warehousing into Nippon Cargo Airlines to streamline Japan freight network

2026-03-30T18:30:32.079787-07:00

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Delta A330-300 (Flight 104) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine PW4000 compressor stall and fire

2026-03-30T13:15:31.752408-07:00

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Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes

2026-03-30T15:20:06.571697-07:00

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Cathay Pacific raises fuel surcharge from 1 April but vows to hold capacity, adds HKG–LHR frequencies Cathay Pacific will increase fuel surcharges from 1 April 2026 as jet fuel costs rise amid the Middle East conflict. CEO Ronald Lam said preserving flight capacity is the short‑term priority and cuts remain a "last resort," while the airline adds four HKG–LHR round trips in April, taking weekly London service to 35.

2026-03-30T20:46:26.002297-07:00

Cathay Pacific raises fuel surcharge from 1 April but vows to hold capacity, adds HKG–LHR frequencies

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Korean Air shareholders approve formal retirement of the 'KAL' brand Korean Air shareholders approved an amendment to the carrier’s articles of incorporation that formally retires the legacy "KAL" name. The vote removes KAL from the company’s legal identity, consolidating the airline’s corporate and public-facing branding under the Korean Air name.

2026-03-30T19:50:39.489556-07:00

Korean Air shareholders approve formal retirement of the 'KAL' brand

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ANA consolidates sales and warehousing into Nippon Cargo Airlines to streamline Japan freight network ANA Holdings is accelerating integration of its cargo businesses by merging sales and warehousing functions between Nippon Cargo Airlines and ANA Cargo, consolidating freight operations to streamline Japan's air‑freight network. The move is pitched to boost efficiency and sharpen global competitiveness.

2026-03-30T18:30:32.079787-07:00

ANA consolidates sales and warehousing into Nippon Cargo Airlines to streamline Japan freight network

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Fiji Airways reduces state-backed debt to $162 million Fiji Airways has reduced its state‑backed debt to $162 million, the carrier said, lowering the amount of government‑guaranteed obligations on its balance sheet. The adjustment will be a focal metric for creditors, lessors and policymakers monitoring the airline’s financial position and exposure.

2026-03-30T15:41:06.822136-07:00

Fiji Airways reduces state-backed debt to $162 million

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Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes Ryanair will invest US$900 million in the West Midlands, station a ninth aircraft at Birmingham Airport and launch five new routes for Summer 2026. The move expands the carrier’s UK regional presence and boosts Birmingham’s scheduled capacity ahead of next year’s peak season.

2026-03-30T15:20:06.571697-07:00

Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes

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Vietnam Airlines confirms Summer 2026 Heathrow schedule — three weekly nonstops; remains UK's only direct link to Vietnam Vietnam Airlines will operate three weekly nonstop flights between London Heathrow and Vietnam in Summer 2026, retaining its position as the UK's only nonstop link to the country. The schedule preserves direct long‑haul connectivity as Vietnamese carriers expand European ambitions and adjust fleet and leasing plans.

2026-03-30T14:39:21.940859-07:00

Vietnam Airlines confirms Summer 2026 Heathrow schedule — three weekly nonstops; remains UK's only direct link to Vietnam

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CRJ450 rethink: it's about revenue potential, not costs The CRJ450's strategic rationale has evolved: rather than being sold primarily as a cost‑saving, down‑gauged regional jet, proponents now argue its real value is revenue potential, using capacity and schedule flexibility to boost yields and profitability for operators.

2026-03-30T13:56:12.854521-07:00

CRJ450 rethink: it's about revenue potential, not costs

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Delta A330-300 (Flight 104) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine PW4000 compressor stall and fire Delta Air Lines Flight 104, an Airbus A330-300 bound for Atlanta, returned to São Paulo–Guarulhos minutes after takeoff on 29 March when its left Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engine suffered a compressor stall and caught fire; US and Brazilian authorities have opened investigations.

2026-03-30T13:15:31.752408-07:00

Delta A330-300 (Flight 104) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine PW4000 compressor stall and fire

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Cathay Pacific raises fuel surcharge from 1 April but vows to hold capacity, adds HKG–LHR frequencies

ANA consolidates sales and warehousing into Nippon Cargo Airlines to streamline Japan freight network

Delta A330-300 (Flight 104) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine PW4000 compressor stall and fire

Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes

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