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Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet

US investment firm Castlelake has confirmed it is assessing a possible bid for UK low-cost carrier easyJet following media reports of interest. The discussions come amid reports valuing a deal at about £3 billion, positioning a potential ownership change for the airline.

2026-05-29T12:24:24.572659-07:00

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Airlines warn of Trump push to restrict CBP services at “sanctuary city” airports, risking cuts to international arrivals

2026-05-29T14:44:15.365957-07:00

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IndiGo weighs fuel hedging, cuts damp-lease exposure and evaluates older A320s after FY26 net loss as crude and Middle East disr

2026-05-29T09:24:36.914845-07:00

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Southwest reverses controversial “second seat” policy, offering extra-seat relief for free

2026-05-29T14:25:52.078443-07:00

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United Airlines flight diverted to Madison after crew declares Level 4 passenger threat over alleged cockpit breach A United Airlines flight operating from Chicago O’Hare to Minneapolis declared a Level 4 passenger threat roughly 20 minutes after takeoff following reports that a Russian citizen on board attempted to breach the cockpit. The aircraft diverted to Madison, Wisconsin, officials said.

2026-05-30T00:18:04.237461-07:00

United Airlines flight diverted to Madison after crew declares Level 4 passenger threat over alleged cockpit breach

CNBC

Airlines warn of Trump push to restrict CBP services at “sanctuary city” airports, risking cuts to international arrivals The Trump administration is weighing cutting off Customs and Border Protection (CBP) services at select U.S. airports to pressure “sanctuary cities,” a move that could effectively bar international arrivals at affected facilities. Airlines are urging the administration not to curb international flight operations in the dispute.

2026-05-29T14:44:15.365957-07:00

Airlines warn of Trump push to restrict CBP services at “sanctuary city” airports, risking cuts to international arrivals

Washington Post

Southwest reverses controversial “second seat” policy, offering extra-seat relief for free Southwest Airlines is backtracking on a policy that required passengers who couldn’t fit within the armrests to purchase an additional seat. Instead, the carrier will again offer a second seat for free, following public outcry and operational sensitivity around enforcement at the gate.

2026-05-29T14:25:52.078443-07:00

Southwest reverses controversial “second seat” policy, offering extra-seat relief for free

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Mexico’s Aerolíneas de Morelia seeks US foreign air carrier permits Mexico’s Aerolíneas de Morelia is seeking U.S. permits, according to ch-aviation coverage. The filing would enable the carrier to pursue US market access under the U.S. foreign air carrier permitting framework, aligning with how other international entrants approach DOT authorization.

2026-05-29T12:39:35.965837-07:00

Mexico’s Aerolíneas de Morelia seeks US foreign air carrier permits

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Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet US investment firm Castlelake has confirmed it is assessing a possible bid for UK low-cost carrier easyJet following media reports of interest. The discussions come amid reports valuing a deal at about £3 billion, positioning a potential ownership change for the airline.

2026-05-29T12:24:24.572659-07:00

Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet

Bloomberg

Iran-war jet-fuel shock and softer global demand drive Argentina’s World Cup schedule cuts; Avianca adds flights for the tournam Argentina’s state-owned carrier canceled special FIFA World Cup flights from three provincial cities to Miami, citing rising fuel costs linked to the war in Iran and weaker-than-expected demand. Separately, Avianca is boosting capacity for the tournament by adding flights for the World Cup season.

2026-05-29T11:24:36.081549-07:00

Iran-war jet-fuel shock and softer global demand drive Argentina’s World Cup schedule cuts; Avianca adds flights for the tournam

ch-aviation

US court nod unlocks $275mn funding to back Spirit aircraft sale wins A US court has approved a mechanism providing $275mn in funds to support Spirit Airlines’ aircraft sale process, clearing a key step in monetizing the carrier’s fleet as the ULCC exits the market. The ruling is another milestone in the airline’s wind-down and asset disposition timeline.

2026-05-29T11:10:56.965741-07:00

US court nod unlocks $275mn funding to back Spirit aircraft sale wins

AirInsight

Avianca vs. JetBlue for Spirit’s Fort Lauderdale demand pool as competitors move fast to replace capacity Spirit’s exit is triggering a scramble at Fort Lauderdale (FLL), with airlines accelerating fleet deployment to capture a share of displaced traffic—an effort framed as the “Florida kingdom” contest between Avianca and JetBlue. The shift underscores how slot-constrained markets translate airline failures into near-term competitive positioning.

2026-05-29T09:40:10.864930-07:00

Avianca vs. JetBlue for Spirit’s Fort Lauderdale demand pool as competitors move fast to replace capacity

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Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet

Airlines warn of Trump push to restrict CBP services at “sanctuary city” airports, risking cuts to international arrivals

IndiGo weighs fuel hedging, cuts damp-lease exposure and evaluates older A320s after FY26 net loss as crude and Middle East disr

Southwest reverses controversial “second seat” policy, offering extra-seat relief for free

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