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Reuters • David Shepardson

United Airlines' Starlink-Equipped Embraer 175 Gains FAA Approval, First Flight in May 2025

United Airlines has received FAA approval for its first Starlink-equipped Embraer 175, with the inaugural commercial flight scheduled for May 2025. This milestone follows United's deal with SpaceX to install the satellite internet on its aircraft, enhancing in-flight connectivity for passengers.

2025-03-31T06:26:30.667580-07:00

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China Airlines Finalizes Order for Ten A350-1000s for Long-Haul Expansion

2025-03-31T03:14:07.848905-07:00

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Virgin Atlantic Reports 2024 Profit Amid U.S. Demand Challenges

2025-03-31T02:57:05.575833-07:00

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PLAY Airlines Secures Maltese AOC for Subsidiary Play Europe

2025-03-30T18:24:47.823063-07:00

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Riyadh Air: Saudi Arabia's New National Carrier Prepares for Launch Amid Regional Competition

October 15, 2024 - A report on Riyadh Air's development, outlining key milestones and future prospects as Saudi Arabia's new national carrier approaches its 2025 launch. Read More.

The 2024 CrowdStrike Outage: Unveiling the Aviation Industry's Cyber Vulnerabilities

October 9, 2024 - Examining the 2024 CrowdStrike outage that disrupted global airlines, revealing aviation's cybersecurity vulnerabilities and prompting industry-wide respon Read More.

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Airlines Face Revenue Boom but Struggle with Profits Global airlines are projected to reach $1 trillion in revenue by 2025, yet profitability is constrained, with 38% of profits stemming just from the U.S. While some airlines thrive financially, others struggle with mounting operational costs impeding profitability.

2025-03-31T09:38:15.510320-07:00

Airlines Face Revenue Boom but Struggle with Profits

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Court greenlights Air Belgium's shift to CMA CGM

2025-03-31T08:56:23.914332-07:00

Court greenlights Air Belgium'

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Delta Air Lines Focuses on Tokyo as Origin-Destination Market Unlike its U.S. competitors, Delta Air Lines operates in Japan without a local partner, positioning Tokyo as primarily an origin and destination market rather than a transfer hub. This strategy distinguishes Delta's approach in the competitive Japanese aviation market.

2025-03-31T08:49:56.485333-07:00

Delta Air Lines Focuses on Tokyo as Origin-Destination Market

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Fiji Airways Joins oneworld Alliance, Partners with American's AAdvantage As of April 1st, 2025, Fiji Airways is now a full member of the oneworld alliance and has integrated American Airlines' AAdvantage loyalty program. This strategic move bolsters its international presence and offers enhanced benefits for frequent flyers.

2025-03-31T08:02:18.156593-07:00

Fiji Airways Joins oneworld Alliance, Partners with American's AAdvantage

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European Airline Traffic Data Analysis: Q4 2024 Insights

2025-03-31T07:08:17.825910-07:00

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United Airlines' Embraer 175 Receives FAA Approval for Starlink, First Flight May 2025 United Airlines has secured FAA certification for its first Embraer 175 aircraft equipped with Starlink internet. The inaugural commercial flight is anticipated in May 2025, marking a key milestone in United's technological advancements under their SpaceX partnership.

2025-03-31T06:26:30.667580-07:00

United Airlines' Embraer 175 Receives FAA Approval for Starlink, First Flight May 2025

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IAG CEO Shares Optimism on Airbus A321XLR Amidst Challenges IAG CEO Luis Gallego expressed confidence in the Airbus A321XLR's potential to enhance fleet capabilities and leverage new market opportunities. Despite the optimistic outlook on the aircraft type, Gallego signaled anticipation for a challenging summer period for the airline group.

2025-03-31T06:12:57.495964-07:00

IAG CEO Shares Optimism on Airbus A321XLR Amidst Challenges

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Air Côte d'Ivoire Secures $49.4M Loan for Airbus A330neo Acquisition Air Côte d'Ivoire has secured a $49.4 million loan to finalize its acquisition of an Airbus A330neo. This financial step marks a significant move in expanding its fleet with the fuel-efficient wide-body jet, enhancing its service capabilities on international routes.

2025-03-31T05:56:43.117459-07:00

Air Côte d'Ivoire Secures $49.4M Loan for Airbus A330neo Acquisition