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Starlux showcases Hajime Sorayama-themed Airbus A350-1000s as it boosts Taipei–Phoenix service

Starlux Airlines has unveiled two Airbus A350-1000 aircraft with special Hajime Sorayama-themed liveries, developed in Germany, and marked the milestone of Airsorayama Silver’s first commercial flight to Tokyo. Separately, the carrier has filed service changes for Taipei Taoyuan–Phoenix, adding a 5th weekly flight from 7 Dec 2026 to 25 Jan 2027.

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2026-07-15T02:58:57.865262-07:00

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Air Tanzania plans Europe and U.S. expansion contingent on fleet growth

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2026-07-15T05:59:53.949501-07:00

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Serbia reviews amendments to regulatory framework governing foreign airline operations

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2026-07-15T04:29:51.000123-07:00

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Airbus, Boeing and Embraer vie for Ethiopian Airlines’ next narrowbody order; decision expected within weeks

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2026-07-15T03:16:17.590028-07:00

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Air Tanzania plans Europe and U.S. expansion contingent on fleet growth Air Tanzania says it will expand its network to destinations in Europe and the United States once it increases its fleet size. The move positions Dar es Salaam as a potential hub for longer-haul connectivity, but is explicitly tied to acquiring additional aircraft to support new routes.

2026-07-15T05:59:53.949501-07:00

Air Tanzania plans Europe and U.S. expansion contingent on fleet growth

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Serbia reviews amendments to regulatory framework governing foreign airline operations Serbian Prime Minister Đuro Macut met with Serbian Civil Aviation Directorate (CAD) representatives on June 29, 2026 to discuss amendments to the regulatory frameworks currently governing the operation of foreign airlines in the country. The review targets the rules applied to non-domestic carriers’ market participation and compliance obligations.

2026-07-15T04:29:51.000123-07:00

Serbia reviews amendments to regulatory framework governing foreign airline operations

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LATAM adds 13 next-generation aircraft in H1 2026; targets 40+ deliveries by year-end LATAM Airlines Group says it is adding 13 next-generation aircraft in the first half of 2026 and expects more than 40 new aircraft by year-end. The carrier frames the move as progress on its fleet-renewal programme, aimed at strengthening capacity and connectivity across South America.

2026-07-15T03:17:53.838556-07:00

LATAM adds 13 next-generation aircraft in H1 2026; targets 40+ deliveries by year-end

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Airbus, Boeing and Embraer vie for Ethiopian Airlines’ next narrowbody order; decision expected within weeks Airbus, Boeing and Embraer are all bidding for a new narrowbody aircraft order from Ethiopian Airlines, according to the reporting. A procurement decision is expected within weeks, making the outcome a near-term test of OEM competitiveness in African airline fleet planning.

2026-07-15T03:16:17.590028-07:00

Airbus, Boeing and Embraer vie for Ethiopian Airlines’ next narrowbody order; decision expected within weeks

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Strait of Hormuz crisis fuels renewed disruptions across oil, shipping, and air travel as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate Higher prices for energy, food and air travel are expected to persist as the U.S. and Iran escalate their clash over the Strait of Hormuz, including launches of airstrikes in the Middle East. The renewed conflict is driving fresh disruptions across oil supply, maritime shipping and airline operations.

2026-07-15T02:59:38.446385-07:00

Strait of Hormuz crisis fuels renewed disruptions across oil, shipping, and air travel as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate

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Starlux showcases Hajime Sorayama-themed Airbus A350-1000s as it boosts Taipei–Phoenix service Starlux Airlines has unveiled two Airbus A350-1000 aircraft with special Hajime Sorayama-themed liveries, developed in Germany, and marked the milestone of Airsorayama Silver’s first commercial flight to Tokyo. Separately, the carrier has filed service changes for Taipei Taoyuan–Phoenix, adding a 5th weekly flight from 7 Dec 2026 to 25 Jan 2027.

2026-07-15T02:58:57.865262-07:00

Starlux showcases Hajime Sorayama-themed Airbus A350-1000s as it boosts Taipei–Phoenix service

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BA Cityflyer says British Airways’ system updates helped lift full-year 2025 operating profit 79% London City-based regional carrier BA Cityflyer links its improvement to British Airways’ ongoing system updates, citing benefits from technology changes across BA Cityflyer’s operation. The group points to BA Cityflyer’s parent’s reported 79% rise in full-year operating profit for 2025 as progress under its transformation plan.

2026-07-15T02:16:12.038155-07:00

BA Cityflyer says British Airways’ system updates helped lift full-year 2025 operating profit 79%

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Aeromexico forecasts brighter second-half performance after Q2 profit hit by fuel costs and World Cup Aeromexico reported Q2 profit pressure attributed to higher fuel costs and the financial impact of the World Cup, but said the second half looks stronger. The carrier is targeting a full-year operating profit margin of “double digits,” signaling confidence despite near-term volatility.

2026-07-15T01:16:19.023611-07:00

Aeromexico forecasts brighter second-half performance after Q2 profit hit by fuel costs and World Cup

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