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Starlux enters Europe with three-weekly Taipei–Prague service

Taiwan’s Starlux Airlines launched three-times-weekly flights between Taipei Taoyuan and Prague Václav Havel on Aug. 1, 2026, marking the carrier’s first European route and its entry into the continent’s long-haul passenger market.

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ASL Airlines Australia to add four Boeing 737-800 converted freighters as ASL expands in Australia and New Zealand

ASL Airlines Australia plans to add four incremental Boeing 737-800 converted freighters, expanding the fleet of the Sydney Bankstown-based operator. The move forms part of parent ASL Aviation Holdings’ broader growth strategy across Australia and New Zealand, strengthening its regional cargo capacity.

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AirAsia to cut 3Q2026 capacity 20%-25% after fuel costs surge 58%

AirAsia Group plans to reduce third-quarter 2026 capacity by 20% to 25% year on year to protect profitability after average jet fuel prices reached $183 per barrel in the second quarter, driving a 58% increase in fuel expenses. The group expects volatility to ease and capacity to rebuild in 4Q2026.

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Delta to Launch Austin–Paris Nonstop Service in March 2027 as Austin Network Reaches 30 Destinations

Delta will begin Austin-Bergstrom–Paris Charles de Gaulle service in March 2027, marking its first nonstop link between the Texas capital and Paris. The expansion will take Delta’s Austin network to 30 destinations in summer 2027, with added service to San Diego, Cancun and San Jose, including A319 flying to San Diego.

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Delta Evacuates After Fumes Fill Cabin as Four Frontier Flight Attendants Fall Ill Mid-Flight

Two U.S. airline flights faced onboard medical emergencies: a Delta aircraft made an emergency landing and evacuation after fumes spread through the cockpit and cabin, while four of five flight attendants on a Frontier flight from Cleveland to Fort Lauderdale became sick during the journey.

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Air Canada to use $1.8 billion investment to repay bonds

Air Canada will use a $1.8 billion investment to repay outstanding bonds, directing fresh capital toward balance-sheet obligations rather than fleet or network expansion. The available report does not identify the investor, timing, bond maturities or other terms of the transaction.

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Allegiant Extra previews the airline’s premium future

Allegiant is positioning its current Allegiant Extra offering as a bridge to a more premium product, with the airline planning to launch Allegiant First in 2027. For now, the carrier continues to emphasize a reliable, affordable proposition while testing how far customers will pay for added value.

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SkyFive and Bluebox target inflight-connectivity revenue as Blue Origin selects RBC Signals for Quartz ground network

SkyFive and Bluebox are partnering to help airlines turn air-to-ground connectivity into stronger ancillary revenue and passenger-experience offerings. Separately, Blue Origin has selected RBC Signals to support its Quartz global ground-station network, which is expected to reach nine sites by year-end for missions in low Earth orbit and beyond.