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Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27

Qantas Group will extend domestic capacity cuts for another quarter while also slowing international capacity growth as a fuel crisis persists. The carrier has extended previously announced network schedule changes across both international and domestic routes for Jul-2026 to Sep-2026, and is pushing adjustments into the first quarter of FY27.

2026-05-03T21:40:48.152487-07:00

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Aeroflot targets 50% Russian-made fleet by 2036, aligning fleet composition policy six years behind original plan

2026-05-03T22:45:57.588142-07:00

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Singapore Airlines to install Starlink inflight broadband on A350 and A380 fleet starting Q1 2027

2026-05-03T19:38:34.549637-07:00

New York Times

Spirit Airlines shuts down operations; wind-down scheduled with fleet to shrink to 76 aircraft by mid-August 2026

2026-05-03T17:52:24.519938-07:00

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Aeroflot targets 50% Russian-made fleet by 2036, aligning fleet composition policy six years behind original plan Aeroflot says it is planning for half of its fleet to be composed of Russian-made aircraft within the next decade, targeting 50% by 2036. The carrier’s roadmap reflects a delayed implementation of an official domestic-vs-foreign aircraft quota scheme set by presidential order and government plans.

2026-05-03T22:45:57.588142-07:00

Aeroflot targets 50% Russian-made fleet by 2036, aligning fleet composition policy six years behind original plan

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Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27 Qantas Group will extend domestic capacity cuts for another quarter while also slowing international capacity growth as a fuel crisis persists. The carrier has extended previously announced network schedule changes across both international and domestic routes for Jul-2026 to Sep-2026, and is pushing adjustments into the first quarter of FY27.

2026-05-03T21:40:48.152487-07:00

Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27

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Singapore Airlines to install Starlink inflight broadband on A350 and A380 fleet starting Q1 2027 Singapore Airlines has selected Starlink for long-haul inflight internet across its A350 and A380 fleets, with installation work set to begin in Q1 2027. The move extends the carrier’s connectivity roadmap as the industry shifts from legacy systems toward LEO-based broadband.

2026-05-03T19:38:34.549637-07:00

Singapore Airlines to install Starlink inflight broadband on A350 and A380 fleet starting Q1 2027

New York Times

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Spirit Airlines shuts down operations; wind-down scheduled with fleet to shrink to 76 aircraft by mid-August 2026 Spirit Airlines has commenced an immediate wind-down after ending flight operations following failed negotiations, marking another decisive turn in its second bankruptcy in two years. CAPA reports the carrier is planning a further fleet reduction to 76 aircraft by mid-August 2026 as orderly wind-down steps begin.

2026-05-03T17:52:24.519938-07:00

Spirit Airlines shuts down operations; wind-down scheduled with fleet to shrink to 76 aircraft by mid-August 2026

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Air Canada posts record Q1 2026 operating revenue of $5.8B on strong network demand Air Canada delivered record first-quarter 2026 operating revenue of $5.8 billion, driven by strong demand across its network. The airline reported resilience despite ongoing geopolitical instability, underscoring continued top-line strength heading into the year.

2026-05-03T15:36:55.514262-07:00

Air Canada posts record Q1 2026 operating revenue of $5.8B on strong network demand

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Aviation for Good launches to expand humanitarian medical air access to rural communities Rachel Gardner-Poole OBE is establishing Aviation for Good, a new non-profit aimed at redesigning how medical care reaches rural villages. The initiative focuses on humanitarian air services with the goal of improving access for underserved communities through aviation.

2026-05-03T14:07:10.957422-07:00

Aviation for Good launches to expand humanitarian medical air access to rural communities

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Mexicana de Aviación takes first Embraer E190-E2 from 10-jet order Mexicana de Aviación has taken delivery of the first of 10 Embraer E190-E2s, marking the initial aircraft in its E2 fleet expansion. The regional jet induction adds a lower-capacity option intended to better match route demand and capacity needs.

2026-05-03T13:15:22.459008-07:00

Mexicana de Aviación takes first Embraer E190-E2 from 10-jet order

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ZIPAIR appoints new President and Representative Director ZIPAIR has named a new President and Representative Director, an executive leadership change that can influence governance, strategy and day-to-day decision-making across the carrier. The move comes as the airline continues to roll out its in-flight technology and connectivity modernization program.

2026-05-03T08:19:25.965360-07:00

ZIPAIR appoints new President and Representative Director

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Qantas extends fuel-crisis-driven schedule changes, slowing international capacity growth and rolling domestic cuts into FY27

Aeroflot targets 50% Russian-made fleet by 2036, aligning fleet composition policy six years behind original plan

Singapore Airlines to install Starlink inflight broadband on A350 and A380 fleet starting Q1 2027

Spirit Airlines shuts down operations; wind-down scheduled with fleet to shrink to 76 aircraft by mid-August 2026

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