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Korean Air deregisters its final Boeing 777-200ER

Korean Air has deregistered its last 777-200ER, closing out the type’s presence on the carrier’s aircraft register. The available report does not specify the aircraft’s disposition or the timing and operational implications, but the move marks a fleet milestone for the airline.

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Poland’s PGL plans all-cargo operation

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Poland’s PGL plans cargo airline independent of LOT

Polish Aviation Group plans to enter the all-cargo market with a new airline that would operate independently of LOT, its airline subsidiary. The venture is part of a broader strategy to increase cooperation among the group’s Polish aviation interests, while PGL’s chief executive has cited expected returns as a rationale.

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Abra keeps IPO plan on hold as market volatility clouds timing

Abra chief executive Adrian Neuhauser says the Latin American airline group remains ready to pursue an initial public offering, but continued market volatility makes the timing unsuitable. The company continues to target a listing, with no timetable specified.

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Sky Alps Europe takes delivery of its first DHC-8-Q400

Slovakia’s Sky Alps Europe has taken its first DHC-8-Q400, marking the start of the carrier’s entry into service with the turboprop. The available report provides no details on the aircraft’s configuration, planned routes or delivery timeline beyond this initial acquisition.

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Emirates opens Tokyo travel store as it plans more Narita flights

Emirates opened a company-operated travel store in Tokyo’s Otemachi business district on Oct. 14, offering ticket bookings and travel consultations. The move adds a second travel store in Japan after Osaka opened in July 2025, alongside plans to increase capacity to Narita with more seats on Boeing 777-300ERs.

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CityJet closes Stockholm base as it weighs future fleet

CityJet has closed its Stockholm base and is weighing what comes next for its fleet. The available information does not specify the timing, aircraft affected or whether the base closure changes the carrier’s routes or operating arrangements.

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Delta to debut Delta One service overhaul from Los Angeles in fall 2026, expand globally in 2027

Delta is refreshing Delta One with new dining, premium wines, Missoni amenity kits and service changes, including wagyu burgers and Porsche transfers highlighted in coverage. The overhaul is set to begin on intercontinental flights from Los Angeles in fall 2026, with broader international expansion in 2027.