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A321XLRs reshape thin transatlantic routes as Iberia launches Madrid–Newark

Iberia has inaugurated a Madrid–Newark service operated with the A321XLR as American and United deploy long‑range single‑aisle aircraft on thin transatlantic markets. The type's range and lower trip costs are prompting carriers to rethink widebody economics, premium offerings and frequency planning.

2026-03-31T06:50:25.150795-07:00

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ITA Airways joins Star Alliance as 26th member, integration complete April 1

2026-03-31T04:41:24.951851-07:00

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Delta picks Amazon Leo over Starlink for in‑flight Wi‑Fi on 500 aircraft from 2028

2026-03-31T04:00:33.018485-07:00

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Virgin Atlantic ends Riyadh service under new CEO less than a year after launch amid weak demand

2026-03-31T07:58:46.773248-07:00

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Virgin Atlantic ends Riyadh service under new CEO less than a year after launch amid weak demand Virgin Atlantic has permanently ended its Riyadh service less than a year after launching the route — and within three months of new CEO Corneel Koster taking over — citing persistently weak demand. Observers say signs of soft traffic pre-dated recent Iran-related Gulf airspace disruptions.

2026-03-31T07:58:46.773248-07:00

Virgin Atlantic ends Riyadh service under new CEO less than a year after launch amid weak demand

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A321XLRs reshape thin transatlantic routes as Iberia launches Madrid–Newark Iberia has inaugurated a Madrid–Newark service operated with the A321XLR as American and United deploy long‑range single‑aisle aircraft on thin transatlantic markets. The type's range and lower trip costs are prompting carriers to rethink widebody economics, premium offerings and frequency planning.

2026-03-31T06:50:25.150795-07:00

A321XLRs reshape thin transatlantic routes as Iberia launches Madrid–Newark

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Dubai unveils AED1bn ($272m) tourism support package as Iran war slashes visitors Dubai announced targeted support for hotels and tourism operators drawn from an AED1 billion ($272 million) fund to shore up its visitor economy after the Iran war sharply reduced tourist numbers. The measures are intended to stabilise the hospitality sector and help sustain inbound travel demand as risks persist.

2026-03-31T05:40:16.320046-07:00

Dubai unveils AED1bn ($272m) tourism support package as Iran war slashes visitors

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Volotea leans toward adding a second aircraft type for late‑2020s fleet Volotea is leaning toward selecting a second aircraft type for deliveries in the late 2020s, signalling a shift in its fleet strategy. The decision will set procurement timelines and delivery commitments that shape the carrier’s capacity planning and order-placement approach.

2026-03-31T05:11:14.999008-07:00

Volotea leans toward adding a second aircraft type for late‑2020s fleet

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ITA Airways joins Star Alliance as 26th member, integration complete April 1 Star Alliance has formally welcomed ITA Airways as its 26th member, completing the carrier's move from SkyTeam into deeper Lufthansa Group integration. From April 1 ITA passengers receive through check‑in, lounge access and Miles & More reciprocity across the alliance network.

2026-03-31T04:41:24.951851-07:00

ITA Airways joins Star Alliance as 26th member, integration complete April 1

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Peach Aviation unveils 15th‑anniversary brand refresh with design studio nendo Japan’s largest low‑cost carrier Peach Aviation is marking its 15th anniversary with a corporate rebrand developed with design studio nendo. The makeover, led by CEO Kazunari Ohashi, follows a growth milestone—75 million passengers carried—and aims to reposition the LCC for its next phase.

2026-03-31T04:12:41.631637-07:00

Peach Aviation unveils 15th‑anniversary brand refresh with design studio nendo

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Delta picks Amazon Leo over Starlink for in‑flight Wi‑Fi on 500 aircraft from 2028 Delta Air Lines will equip at least 500 aircraft with Amazon's Leo low‑Earth‑orbit inflight Wi‑Fi beginning in 2028, selecting Leo over SpaceX's Starlink. The deal gives Amazon a marquee carrier customer while Leo continues to build capacity and regulatory readiness.

2026-03-31T04:00:33.018485-07:00

Delta picks Amazon Leo over Starlink for in‑flight Wi‑Fi on 500 aircraft from 2028

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IATA: February passenger demand +6.1%; March seat-capacity growth slows to 3.3% as Iran war lifts fuel costs IATA reported global passenger demand rose 6.1% year‑on‑year in February 2026 while airlines expanded seat capacity by 3.3% in March. The agency warned capacity growth will slow in April as the Middle East conflict pushes jet‑fuel costs higher and disrupts regional services.

2026-03-31T03:20:49.498308-07:00

IATA: February passenger demand +6.1%; March seat-capacity growth slows to 3.3% as Iran war lifts fuel costs

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A321XLRs reshape thin transatlantic routes as Iberia launches Madrid–Newark

ITA Airways joins Star Alliance as 26th member, integration complete April 1

Delta picks Amazon Leo over Starlink for in‑flight Wi‑Fi on 500 aircraft from 2028

Virgin Atlantic ends Riyadh service under new CEO less than a year after launch amid weak demand

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