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Philippine Airlines poised to split widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10s and 9 Airbus A350-1000s ahead of Farnborough 2026

Philippine Airlines is expected to place a split widebody order for 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners and nine Airbus A350-1000s, citing industry sources. The carrier’s first Boeing purchase in nearly two decades is expected to be disclosed at the Farnborough Airshow 2026.

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2026-07-12T04:48:04.822262-07:00

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Malaysia Airlines adds new nonstops to Shenzhen and Changsha, deepening its China network

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2026-07-11T23:13:59.965747-07:00

Bloomberg

EasyJet deal interest draws US private equity into low-margin airline competition

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2026-07-11T12:29:57.603959-07:00

Bloomberg

Jet fuel and refined fuel prices rebound as crude eases, raising peak-season cost pressure for airlines

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2026-07-11T09:29:19.609030-07:00

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Philippine Airlines poised to split widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10s and 9 Airbus A350-1000s ahead of Farnborough 2026 Philippine Airlines is expected to place a split widebody order for 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners and nine Airbus A350-1000s, citing industry sources. The carrier’s first Boeing purchase in nearly two decades is expected to be disclosed at the Farnborough Airshow 2026.

2026-07-12T04:48:04.822262-07:00

Philippine Airlines poised to split widebody order: 15 Boeing 787-10s and 9 Airbus A350-1000s ahead of Farnborough 2026

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Malaysia Airlines adds new nonstops to Shenzhen and Changsha, deepening its China network Malaysia Airlines is expanding its presence in China with new direct services from Kuala Lumpur to Shenzhen and Changsha. The route additions reinforce the airline’s point-to-point strategy in key Chinese markets, aiming to grow connectivity between Malaysia and secondary cities.

2026-07-11T23:13:59.965747-07:00

Malaysia Airlines adds new nonstops to Shenzhen and Changsha, deepening its China network

Bloomberg

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EasyJet deal interest draws US private equity into low-margin airline competition Two US private equity firms are reportedly moving beyond their comfort zone to pursue EasyJet Plc, highlighting how even traditionally volatile, low-margin airline businesses can attract financial suitors. The transaction contest underscores intensifying M&A focus on European short-haul carriers.

2026-07-11T12:29:57.603959-07:00

EasyJet deal interest draws US private equity into low-margin airline competition

Bloomberg

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Jet fuel and refined fuel prices rebound as crude eases, raising peak-season cost pressure for airlines Gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices are rising even as crude oil eases, creating a divergence that lifts transportation costs for peak-season travel. The move risks complicating inflation targets and could pressure airline cost structures at a key demand period ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.

2026-07-11T09:29:19.609030-07:00

Jet fuel and refined fuel prices rebound as crude eases, raising peak-season cost pressure for airlines

New York Times

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Bahamas grounds Flamingo Air after deadly small-plane crash on major island The Bahamas government temporarily grounded Flamingo Air after a small aircraft crash on one of the islands left 10 people dead, with officials reporting one survivor. The incident occurred during national independence celebrations, prompting an immediate safety response and suspension of flights.

2026-07-10T17:15:49.002799-07:00

Bahamas grounds Flamingo Air after deadly small-plane crash on major island

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LATAM’s 400-aircraft plan adds fleet variety, prioritizing flexibility over commonality LATAM says it is on track to operate the largest fleet in its history by end-2026, supported by Airbus, Boeing and Embraer aircraft. The strategy targets operational flexibility by expanding across multiple aircraft families rather than pursuing a standardized fleet approach as fleet size grows toward 400 aircraft.

2026-07-10T13:52:44.038441-07:00

LATAM’s 400-aircraft plan adds fleet variety, prioritizing flexibility over commonality

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Flamingo Air grounded after Bahamas crash kills 10 A twin-engine Cessna 402C operated by Flamingo Air crashed in the Bahamas shortly after takeoff from Lynden Pindling International Airport, killing all 10 people onboard. Bahamian aviation authorities immediately suspended the airline’s operating certificate as investigators assess the circumstances.

2026-07-10T13:44:44.097955-07:00

Flamingo Air grounded after Bahamas crash kills 10

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JetBlue seeks up to 30 gates at Fort Lauderdale International after Spirit’s 2026 collapse JetBlue Airways is seeking authorization for up to 30 gates at Fort Lauderdale International Airport, aiming to fill capacity left by Spirit Airlines following its collapse earlier in 2026. The request signals an expansion push at FLL as gate availability becomes a key competitive lever.

2026-07-10T12:13:56.028342-07:00

JetBlue seeks up to 30 gates at Fort Lauderdale International after Spirit’s 2026 collapse

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