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Jet-fuel costs tumble on easing oil prices, but US airfares remain elevated as airlines face capacity constraints

Global jet-fuel prices have fallen sharply as oil recovers after the Iran-U.S. dispute-related spike, reducing carriers’ cost pressure. Yet US domestic airfares rose in Q1 2026, and elevated ticket prices persist for passengers even as airline stocks have rebounded from pandemic-era losses.

2026-06-25T08:27:23.367457-07:00

Skift

IAG Loyalty targets €1B profit engine, betting on banking partnerships over airline economics

2026-06-25T09:41:44.267222-07:00

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IATA charts a four-stage pathway to ease engine MRO bottlenecks across the airline aftermarket

2026-06-25T05:56:31.985428-07:00

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SundAir set to launch scheduled Syria service in mid-3Q26 from Germany

2026-06-25T05:41:46.628280-07:00

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IAG Loyalty targets €1B profit engine, betting on banking partnerships over airline economics Skift interviews IAG Loyalty CEO Adam Daniels and CFO Darryl Cartmell on the group’s plan to turn its loyalty business into a “billion-euro profit engine.” The strategy is positioned as bank-dependent rather than reliant on airline passenger volumes and fares, reflecting a shift toward third-party economics.

2026-06-25T09:41:44.267222-07:00

IAG Loyalty targets €1B profit engine, betting on banking partnerships over airline economics

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Jet-fuel costs tumble on easing oil prices, but US airfares remain elevated as airlines face capacity constraints Global jet-fuel prices have fallen sharply as oil recovers after the Iran-U.S. dispute-related spike, reducing carriers’ cost pressure. Yet US domestic airfares rose in Q1 2026, and elevated ticket prices persist for passengers even as airline stocks have rebounded from pandemic-era losses.

2026-06-25T08:27:23.367457-07:00

Jet-fuel costs tumble on easing oil prices, but US airfares remain elevated as airlines face capacity constraints

Bloomberg

Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong’s pay rises 38% to S$9.69 million Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong received S$9.69 million for the year ended March 2026, up 38% year-on-year. The increase follows an annual earnings beat that exceeded expectations, reflecting how carrier performance fed into executive compensation.

2026-06-25T06:41:43.967566-07:00

Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong’s pay rises 38% to S$9.69 million

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IATA charts a four-stage pathway to ease engine MRO bottlenecks across the airline aftermarket IATA has published a new report focused on engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) bottlenecks that have constrained fleet availability in recent years. It outlines a “four stage” solution aimed at improving throughput and reducing knock-on disruption from constrained shops and parts flows.

2026-06-25T05:56:31.985428-07:00

IATA charts a four-stage pathway to ease engine MRO bottlenecks across the airline aftermarket

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SundAir set to launch scheduled Syria service in mid-3Q26 from Germany Germany’s SundAir plans to debut scheduled operations to Syria in mid–third quarter 2026, signaling a new passenger connectivity push that aligns with shifting Middle East operating conditions. The timing suggests the carrier is betting on workable route access as security and airspace constraints evolve.

2026-06-25T05:41:46.628280-07:00

SundAir set to launch scheduled Syria service in mid-3Q26 from Germany

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BETA Technologies and Surf Air Mobility launch Hawaii electric aircraft demonstration with Hawaiian Airlines supporting evaluati BETA Technologies and Surf Air Mobility have partnered to begin an electric aircraft demonstration program in Hawaii, with Hawaiian Airlines participating to support evaluation activities as part of Alaska Air Group. The initiative expands BETA’s flight-demonstration footprint into a near-term airline operational setting.

2026-06-25T05:07:48.124251-07:00

BETA Technologies and Surf Air Mobility launch Hawaii electric aircraft demonstration with Hawaiian Airlines supporting evaluati

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Azul’s regional feeder Conecta to add the Cessna 408 SkyCourier to its fleet Azul’s regional feeder unit has confirmed it will upgauge its network capacity by adding the Cessna 408 SkyCourier. The move extends the carrier’s operating fleet with a purpose-built light cargo/twin-engine turboprop platform and signals continued investment in feeder capacity under Azul’s regional model.

2026-06-25T04:41:38.431079-07:00

Azul’s regional feeder Conecta to add the Cessna 408 SkyCourier to its fleet

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EgyptAir to finalise fleet growth plan in 2H26 EgyptAir says it will finalise the details of its fleet growth in the second half of 2026 (2H26), signaling an upcoming decision window on aircraft requirements and timing. The move sets expectations for what comes next in its capacity and fleet planning cycle.

2026-06-25T04:26:54.426694-07:00

EgyptAir to finalise fleet growth plan in 2H26

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Jet-fuel costs tumble on easing oil prices, but US airfares remain elevated as airlines face capacity constraints

IAG Loyalty targets €1B profit engine, betting on banking partnerships over airline economics

IATA charts a four-stage pathway to ease engine MRO bottlenecks across the airline aftermarket

SundAir set to launch scheduled Syria service in mid-3Q26 from Germany

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