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UK launches £219m Low Carbon Fuels Fund to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel production; airlines flag advanced SAF supply co

The UK government has unveiled a £219m (US$294m) Low Carbon Fuels Fund (LCFF) to support domestic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, with £93m (US$294m) available immediately for applications starting in mid-July. Airlines are urging clarity on how the policy will align with global advanced SAF supply.

2026-06-17T10:18:55.784902-07:00

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Emirates fined €180,000 by Italy’s privacy watchdog over processing of disabled passengers’ health data

2026-06-17T03:02:28.680967-07:00

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Alaska Air Group appoints CFO Shane Tackett as President (effective June 29, 2026)

2026-06-17T06:18:19.755908-07:00

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JetBlue plans to cut crew bases at Newark and LaGuardia to reshape New York staffing footprint

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Horizon Air flight attendants vote 99.8% to authorize a strike amid stalled Alaska Air Group regional contract talks Horizon Air flight attendants voted 99.8% to authorize a strike as contract negotiations with Alaska Air Group’s regional carrier remain at an impasse. The result heightens the risk of labor-driven disruption for the carrier’s operations while bargaining continues to stall.

2026-06-17T10:34:17.891884-07:00

Horizon Air flight attendants vote 99.8% to authorize a strike amid stalled Alaska Air Group regional contract talks

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UK launches £219m Low Carbon Fuels Fund to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel production; airlines flag advanced SAF supply co The UK government has unveiled a £219m (US$294m) Low Carbon Fuels Fund (LCFF) to support domestic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, with £93m (US$294m) available immediately for applications starting in mid-July. Airlines are urging clarity on how the policy will align with global advanced SAF supply.

2026-06-17T10:18:55.784902-07:00

UK launches £219m Low Carbon Fuels Fund to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel production; airlines flag advanced SAF supply co

CNBC

JetBlue plans to cut crew bases at Newark and LaGuardia to reshape New York staffing footprint JetBlue is planning to reduce its crew-basing footprint at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). The move is part of how the carrier is “forging ahead” with its operational priorities centered on Fort Lauderdale, signaling a staffing and network realignment in its Northeast presence.

2026-06-17T09:32:39.995422-07:00

JetBlue plans to cut crew bases at Newark and LaGuardia to reshape New York staffing footprint

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Air Transat’s A330 replacement decision looms for 2029–32 Air Transat expects to decide within the next few years how to replace its ageing A330 fleet, with the transition targeted for the 2029–32 window. The coming decision is a critical planning waypoint for the carrier’s long-haul widebody strategy and fleet procurement timing.

2026-06-17T09:03:03.134921-07:00

Air Transat’s A330 replacement decision looms for 2029–32

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Alaska Air Group appoints CFO Shane Tackett as President (effective June 29, 2026) Alaska Airlines has promoted Chief Financial Officer Shane Tackett to President, effective June 29, 2026. Tackett, who has spent more than 25 years at the carrier, retains CFO responsibilities while taking on added oversight of the company’s commercial area and operations across its brands.

2026-06-17T06:18:19.755908-07:00

Alaska Air Group appoints CFO Shane Tackett as President (effective June 29, 2026)

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IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build IndiGo says it aims to grow to a 550-aircraft fleet by FY30, with 30–40% of aircraft owned and the remainder managed via leasing. The plan is backed by 900+ Airbus jets on order, plus rapid business-class expansion supported by hot meals on A321XLR and planned widebody routes.

2026-06-17T05:49:39.237228-07:00

IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build

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Air Serbia launches “ELEVATE” loyalty programme on 99th anniversary, with points across airfares and add-on services plus premiu Air Serbia launched its new loyalty programme, ELEVATE, on 16 June 2026 to mark its 99th anniversary. Members earn points on airfare and additional services, with options including reward flights, additional luggage, seat selection, premium-lounge access and upgrades to business class.

2026-06-17T05:37:05.242974-07:00

Air Serbia launches “ELEVATE” loyalty programme on 99th anniversary, with points across airfares and add-on services plus premiu

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Amelia exits A320 operations, marking an operator transition away from Airbus narrowbody flying Amelia says it is exiting Airbus A320 operations, ending its A320 use in commercial aviation. The decision is likely to trigger fleet, staffing, and route- and contract-planning adjustments as the aircraft footprint is reduced or reassigned.

2026-06-17T03:59:06.587947-07:00

Amelia exits A320 operations, marking an operator transition away from Airbus narrowbody flying

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UK launches £219m Low Carbon Fuels Fund to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel production; airlines flag advanced SAF supply co

Emirates fined €180,000 by Italy’s privacy watchdog over processing of disabled passengers’ health data

Alaska Air Group appoints CFO Shane Tackett as President (effective June 29, 2026)

JetBlue plans to cut crew bases at Newark and LaGuardia to reshape New York staffing footprint

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