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India’s aviation regulator plans to review SpiceJet’s operations and financial position, bringing renewed regulatory scrutiny to the airline’s ability to sustain safe and reliable service while managing its financial responsibilities.
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India’s aviation regulator plans to review SpiceJet’s operations and financial position, bringing renewed regulatory scrutiny to the airline’s ability to sustain safe and reliable service while managing its financial responsibilities.
Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority has approved Sun PhuQuoc Airways, a Sun Group subsidiary, to operate Airbus A330 aircraft and expand its network to Europe. The authorization marks a significant step in the carrier’s planned long-haul growth from its Hanoi base.
The proposed integration of Pelita Air into Garuda Indonesia will not be completed in 2026, Danantara Indonesia chief operating officer Dony Oskaria said on Sept. 29. The delay extends uncertainty around the structure, timing and strategic rationale of the Indonesian state-linked carriers’ planned combination.
American Airlines’ Starlink deployment appears set to extend beyond its previously announced Airbus rollout to include Boeing 737s, 777s and 787s. The move would broaden competition with United Airlines, which currently promotes an early lead in Starlink-equipped aircraft and onboard connectivity.
United Airlines is offering eligible Delta Air Lines and American Airlines elites a fast track into MileagePlus status, potentially through January 2028, as carriers compete for disaffected frequent flyers following Delta CEO Ed Bastian’s public clash with Elon Musk over Starlink.
Royal Brunei Airlines has completed installation of SES-powered RB SkyConnect inflight Wi-Fi across its seven Airbus A320neo aircraft. The multi-orbit connectivity service gives the airline’s full A320neo fleet an upgraded onboard internet offering as it develops its connected travel experience.
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Pegasus Airlines has finalized its acquisition of Czech Airlines and the Smartwings Group after securing required regulatory approvals and satisfying closing conditions. The deal marks the Turkish low-cost carrier’s first foreign expansion, while the Czech Airlines brand is expected to remain intact.
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air plans to add Heathrow frequencies as its fleet expands, with three Boeing 787-9s expected in the coming weeks and its first Airbus A321neo due before year-end. The deliveries will support the carrier’s initial network growth as aircraft availability increases.
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