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United hits milestone in military pilot hiring pipeline while unveiling “Stars and Stripes” 250th anniversary livery

United says nearly 600 military pilots have transitioned into new roles with the airline since 2024, with 500 more expected by the end of 2027. The carrier is also marking the U.S. 250th anniversary with a “Stars and Stripes” special livery—slated to fly on a Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner this summer.

2026-06-15T08:34:27.630992-07:00

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Japan Airlines President to Take 30% Pay Cut for Two Months After Crew Alcohol-Rule Violation

2026-06-15T12:27:58.324479-07:00

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LATAM weighs Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X as future B777 replacement strategy

2026-06-15T11:18:02.515299-07:00

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SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts

2026-06-15T10:32:58.129716-07:00

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South Korea's Jeju Air trims B737-8 order by 20%

2026-06-15T14:47:32.512959-07:00

South Korea's Jeju Air trims B

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Japan Airlines President to Take 30% Pay Cut for Two Months After Crew Alcohol-Rule Violation Japan Airlines says its president will accept a 30% pay cut for two months as part of the carrier’s response to an alcohol-rule breach. A flight attendant was caught attempting to work on a flight while slightly over the permitted aircrew alcohol limit, prompting disciplinary and governance actions.

2026-06-15T12:27:58.324479-07:00

Japan Airlines President to Take 30% Pay Cut for Two Months After Crew Alcohol-Rule Violation

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LATAM weighs Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X as future B777 replacement strategy LATAM is evaluating the Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X to replace its future Boeing 777 fleet, signaling a major long-haul fleet decision ahead of the 777X’s certification and delivery ramp. The move comes as LATAM continues to navigate the wider widebody timetable set by the Boeing 777X and 787 programs.

2026-06-15T11:18:02.515299-07:00

LATAM weighs Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X as future B777 replacement strategy

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SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts SkyWest Airlines has taken over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts, according to ch-aviation. The move shifts responsibility for federally supported air service on these routes to SkyWest, affecting how communities maintain scheduled connectivity under the EAS program.

2026-06-15T10:32:58.129716-07:00

SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts

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KLM to resume refuelling in Suriname after court order KLM said it will resume refuelling operations in Suriname following a court order, reversing an earlier disruption that affected its ability to top up en route.

2026-06-15T08:50:21.686322-07:00

KLM to resume refuelling in Suriname after court order

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OTA eDreams ends use of Ryanair’s booking platform OTA eDreams says it is stopping its use of Ryanair’s platform, ending a technology/distribution connection between the airline and the travel agency’s channels. The change signals a shift in how eDreams routes flight content and booking flows for Ryanair services.

2026-06-15T08:36:47.190876-07:00

OTA eDreams ends use of Ryanair’s booking platform

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United hits milestone in military pilot hiring pipeline while unveiling “Stars and Stripes” 250th anniversary livery United says nearly 600 military pilots have transitioned into new roles with the airline since 2024, with 500 more expected by the end of 2027. The carrier is also marking the U.S. 250th anniversary with a “Stars and Stripes” special livery—slated to fly on a Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner this summer.

2026-06-15T08:34:27.630992-07:00

United hits milestone in military pilot hiring pipeline while unveiling “Stars and Stripes” 250th anniversary livery

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Cebu Pacific to fold AirSWIFT into Cebgo from July 1, 2026 Cebu Pacific has told AirSWIFT customers that beginning July 1, 2026, all AirSWIFT flights will be operated by its subsidiary Cebgo, moving the boutique carrier further into Cebu Pacific’s low-cost group structure. Cebgo is also set to take over AirSWIFT operations, retiring the AirSWIFT brand while preserving existing Philippine regional routes.

2026-06-15T07:33:33.857493-07:00

Cebu Pacific to fold AirSWIFT into Cebgo from July 1, 2026

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United hits milestone in military pilot hiring pipeline while unveiling “Stars and Stripes” 250th anniversary livery

Japan Airlines President to Take 30% Pay Cut for Two Months After Crew Alcohol-Rule Violation

LATAM weighs Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X as future B777 replacement strategy

SkyWest takes over two Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts

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