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Iraqi Airways director suspended as corruption probe targets airline leadership

Iraqi Airways has suspended a director amid an ongoing corruption investigation, according to the report. The action signals heightened scrutiny of airline management and procurement practices as investigators pursue alleged wrongdoing tied to leadership oversight.

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2026-07-15T00:45:35.444427-07:00

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China’s “Big Three” set for steeper H1 losses as fuel costs soar

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2026-07-14T20:15:42.254250-07:00

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Malaysia Airlines keeps COMAC C919 as a mid-2030s narrowbody option, contingent on EU/US certification

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2026-07-14T19:44:55.471562-07:00

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Vietnam Airlines takes first A320ceo since 2014

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2026-07-14T18:16:07.392690-07:00

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Iraqi Airways director suspended as corruption probe targets airline leadership Iraqi Airways has suspended a director amid an ongoing corruption investigation, according to the report. The action signals heightened scrutiny of airline management and procurement practices as investigators pursue alleged wrongdoing tied to leadership oversight.

2026-07-15T00:45:35.444427-07:00

Iraqi Airways director suspended as corruption probe targets airline leadership

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China’s “Big Three” set for steeper H1 losses as fuel costs soar Air China, China Eastern and China Southern reported first-quarter profitability, but forecast heavy losses for the first half as significantly higher fuel costs create a “formidable” challenge. The carriers’ divergence between Q1 earnings and H1 guidance underscores how fuel volatility is resetting margins for China’s largest airlines.

2026-07-14T20:15:42.254250-07:00

China’s “Big Three” set for steeper H1 losses as fuel costs soar

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Malaysia Airlines keeps COMAC C919 as a mid-2030s narrowbody option, contingent on EU/US certification Malaysia Airlines says it could consider the COMAC C919 during its next narrowbody renewal cycle in the mid-2030s, but would prefer securing certification with Western regulators first. The carrier frames EASA approval—and ideally FAA certification—as key requirements before any purchase decision.

2026-07-14T19:44:55.471562-07:00

Malaysia Airlines keeps COMAC C919 as a mid-2030s narrowbody option, contingent on EU/US certification

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Vietnam Airlines takes first A320ceo since 2014 Vietnam Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A320ceo aircraft since 2014, marking a notable return to the A320ceo family after a long gap. The delivery signals renewed A320ceo fleet planning and near-term capacity considerations for Vietnam Airlines’ network.

2026-07-14T18:16:07.392690-07:00

Vietnam Airlines takes first A320ceo since 2014

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China Airlines to debut Boeing 787 in mid–1Q27, Taiwan carrier schedules first arrival China Airlines has scheduled the debut of its Boeing 787 for mid–first quarter 2027. The update signals the carrier’s planned timing for introducing the widebody into its fleet, ahead of the 2027 passenger and route planning cycle.

2026-07-14T17:00:22.965643-07:00

China Airlines to debut Boeing 787 in mid–1Q27, Taiwan carrier schedules first arrival

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Air Premia to raise more than $66mn in new capital South Korea’s Air Premia plans to pursue a capital raise exceeding $66mn, according to a report in Commercial Aviation News, Operator & Airport Data. The move signals fresh funding intent as the carrier evaluates its near-term operating and growth needs.

2026-07-14T15:32:37.236310-07:00

Air Premia to raise more than $66mn in new capital

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Hainan Airlines Holding shareholders plan a 0.7% stake sale Hainan Airlines Holding shareholders are planning to sell about a 0.7% stake, according to reporting via ch-aviation. The transaction is expected to affect the company’s shareholder structure while remaining small in proportion to overall equity.

2026-07-14T13:59:23.184079-07:00

Hainan Airlines Holding shareholders plan a 0.7% stake sale

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Emirates completes 100th widebody cabin retrofit under US$5B programme Emirates has refurbished its 100th aircraft under a US$5 billion fleet cabin retrofit and upgrade programme, completed in 44 months since work began in November 2022. The milestone covers 53 Boeing 777s and 47 A380s, with Premium Economy installations and extensive component replacement across 219 widebodies.

2026-07-14T12:30:59.999322-07:00

Emirates completes 100th widebody cabin retrofit under US$5B programme

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