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Qantas Frequent Flyers expand Philippine reach with Philippine Airlines Classic Rewards and new access to 15 island destinations

Qantas Frequent Flyers can now use Qantas Points to book Philippine Airlines Classic Reward seats at low Classic Reward rates. The partnership also adds access to 15 Philippine island destinations, supported by a reported 19% increase in Australian visitor arrivals to the Philippines.

2026-05-28T01:34:06.720865-07:00

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Aurora backs away from LMS-901 Baikal turboprop amid repeated production delays and cost concerns

2026-05-28T01:29:35.843852-07:00

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National Airlines takes second Boeing 777 freighter, accelerating long-haul cargo capacity after April arrival

2026-05-27T22:46:27.506869-07:00

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Malaysia Aviation Group says smarter ops and fleet upgrades cut 103,424 tonnes of CO₂

2026-05-27T22:46:27.397565-07:00

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Russia imports its first commercial jet since the 2022 sanctions Russia has imported its first commercial jet since the 2022 sanctions period began. The move is a fresh indicator of how Russia is trying to reconstitute civil aviation capacity while navigating continuing restrictions on aircraft and related trade flows.

2026-05-28T02:08:04.200838-07:00

Russia imports its first commercial jet since the 2022 sanctions

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Qantas Frequent Flyers expand Philippine reach with Philippine Airlines Classic Rewards and new access to 15 island destinations Qantas Frequent Flyers can now use Qantas Points to book Philippine Airlines Classic Reward seats at low Classic Reward rates. The partnership also adds access to 15 Philippine island destinations, supported by a reported 19% increase in Australian visitor arrivals to the Philippines.

2026-05-28T01:34:06.720865-07:00

Qantas Frequent Flyers expand Philippine reach with Philippine Airlines Classic Rewards and new access to 15 island destinations

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Aurora backs away from LMS-901 Baikal turboprop amid repeated production delays and cost concerns Russia’s Aurora says it is losing interest in the LMS-901 Baikal turboprop, citing repeated production delays and high costs, according to GTLK’s State Transport Leasing CEO Mikhail Parnev. The comment signals mounting risk around the aircraft’s industrialization timeline and affordability for domestic operators.

2026-05-28T01:29:35.843852-07:00

Aurora backs away from LMS-901 Baikal turboprop amid repeated production delays and cost concerns

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National Airlines takes second Boeing 777 freighter, accelerating long-haul cargo capacity after April arrival National Airlines has received a second Boeing 777 freighter, arriving just weeks after its first aircraft came in April. The timing signals a rapid expansion of long-haul cargo capacity as the carrier pushes to grow its freighter lift.

2026-05-27T22:46:27.506869-07:00

National Airlines takes second Boeing 777 freighter, accelerating long-haul cargo capacity after April arrival

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Malaysia Aviation Group says smarter ops and fleet upgrades cut 103,424 tonnes of CO₂ Malaysia Aviation Group reported a reduction of 103,424 tonnes of CO₂ emissions attributed to “smarter operations” and fleet upgrades. The update reinforces a decarbonisation approach centered on operational efficiency and equipment refresh, aligning with broader industry measures that target both fuel burn and emissions intensity.

2026-05-27T22:46:27.397565-07:00

Malaysia Aviation Group says smarter ops and fleet upgrades cut 103,424 tonnes of CO₂

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Sun Phu Quoc Airways raises $505m to fund expansion Vietnam’s Sun Phu Quoc Airways has raised $505mn in new capital, according to ch-aviation. The funding is positioned to support the carrier’s growth plans as it scales operations from Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s emerging tourism and aviation hub.

2026-05-27T21:45:39.391897-07:00

Sun Phu Quoc Airways raises $505m to fund expansion

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China Airlines approves $876M order for two additional Boeing 777Fs, expanding its 777 freighter orderbook China Airlines’ board approved the purchase of two additional Boeing 777 freighters on 26 May in a deal valued at about $876 million, adding to a November 2025 order for six Boeing freighters. The stock-exchange disclosure signals continued investment in widebody freighter capacity.

2026-05-27T19:30:12.522611-07:00

China Airlines approves $876M order for two additional Boeing 777Fs, expanding its 777 freighter orderbook

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Qantas pushes back Project Sunrise A350-1000 ULR launch to 2027 amid first-delivery slip Qantas says passengers will have to wait several more months before boarding its highly anticipated Project Sunrise ultra-long-haul service. The airline will not receive its first Airbus A350-1000 ULR aircraft until 2027, extending the timeline for the program’s long-range cabin and network rollout.

2026-05-27T18:58:10.862456-07:00

Qantas pushes back Project Sunrise A350-1000 ULR launch to 2027 amid first-delivery slip

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Qantas Frequent Flyers expand Philippine reach with Philippine Airlines Classic Rewards and new access to 15 island destinations

Aurora backs away from LMS-901 Baikal turboprop amid repeated production delays and cost concerns

National Airlines takes second Boeing 777 freighter, accelerating long-haul cargo capacity after April arrival

Malaysia Aviation Group says smarter ops and fleet upgrades cut 103,424 tonnes of CO₂

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