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Emirates completes first retrofit of high-density two-class A380 with Upper-Deck premium economy (2-3-2)

Emirates has put its first refurbished high-density two-class Airbus A380 back into service, installing a premium economy cabin on the upper deck in a 2-3-2 layout as part of a 15-aircraft reconfiguration programme. The carrier says the change is designed to improve premium-cabin yields while reshaping its flagship’s seating density.

2026-05-20T03:24:11.490593-07:00

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Qatar Airways posts record operating profit as geopolitical airspace restrictions bite in FY2025/26

2026-05-20T02:05:37.426710-07:00

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ATR delivers first “HighLine” all-business-class ATR 72-600 to Berjaya Air

2026-05-20T02:09:39.031988-07:00

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Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing

2026-05-20T03:54:36.517538-07:00

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Portugal probes David Neeleman over 2015 TAP takeover Portugal is investigating David Neeleman regarding his 2015 takeover of TAP Air Portugal, adding legal and governance scrutiny to a privatization moment that has already attracted major European airline groups. The probe raises the stakes for any transaction diligence around TAP’s ownership history.

2026-05-20T06:24:30.409777-07:00

Portugal probes David Neeleman over 2015 TAP takeover

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Capital A emerges from six-year restructuring, opens route to dual listing in Hong Kong and the U.S. Capital A says it has completed a six-year restructuring and is now positioning for an “ambitious twin-listing” plan spanning Hong Kong and the U.S. The update signals a shift from balance-sheet clean-up toward new capital-market access and broader investor reach.

2026-05-20T04:04:03.873358-07:00

Capital A emerges from six-year restructuring, opens route to dual listing in Hong Kong and the U.S.

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Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing Capital A Berhad says it has closed a six-year restructuring period and is positioning for a twin-track listing strategy in Hong Kong and the U.S. Financially, the group reported a net profit of 25.1 million Malaysian ringgits in the March-ending quarter, reversing its Q1 2025 net loss of 190.4 million ringgits.

2026-05-20T03:54:36.517538-07:00

Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing

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Emirates completes first retrofit of high-density two-class A380 with Upper-Deck premium economy (2-3-2) Emirates has put its first refurbished high-density two-class Airbus A380 back into service, installing a premium economy cabin on the upper deck in a 2-3-2 layout as part of a 15-aircraft reconfiguration programme. The carrier says the change is designed to improve premium-cabin yields while reshaping its flagship’s seating density.

2026-05-20T03:24:11.490593-07:00

Emirates completes first retrofit of high-density two-class A380 with Upper-Deck premium economy (2-3-2)

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ATR delivers first “HighLine” all-business-class ATR 72-600 to Berjaya Air ATR has delivered the world’s first ATR 72-600 fitted with the “HighLine” premium concept to Malaysian carrier Berjaya Air. The launch aircraft is configured with an all-business-class cabin featuring 26 leather seats and no upper-deck storage compartments, with the carrier starting commercial operations to Koh Samui.

2026-05-20T02:09:39.031988-07:00

ATR delivers first “HighLine” all-business-class ATR 72-600 to Berjaya Air

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Qatar Airways posts record operating profit as geopolitical airspace restrictions bite in FY2025/26 Qatar Airways Group reported net profit of QAR7.08 billion ($1.94 billion) for FY2025/26 and operating profit of QAR15.2 billion (US$4.1 billion), the highest in the Group’s history, despite airspace closures and flight scheduling limits in the final quarter. The carrier sustained connectivity across 160+ destinations and continued operations through Hamad International Airport, while cargo volumes reached 2.8m tonnes.

2026-05-20T02:05:37.426710-07:00

Qatar Airways posts record operating profit as geopolitical airspace restrictions bite in FY2025/26

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Fly Lili targets Israel-driven demand rebound with ACMI expansion as wet-lease capacity ramps Romania’s Fly Lili is betting on a recovery in Israel by scaling ACMI/wet-lease capacity to support demand for additional flying capacity. The move underscores how ACMI is being used to pursue faster market opportunities rather than relying solely on owned or long-term fleet plans.

2026-05-20T01:45:36.929125-07:00

Fly Lili targets Israel-driven demand rebound with ACMI expansion as wet-lease capacity ramps

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Court clears the way for Onur Air liquidation A court ruling says the liquidation process for Turkish carrier Onur Air can begin. The decision brings legal momentum to the airline’s insolvency pathway and sets the stage for next steps affecting creditors, customers, and operational stakeholders tied to the carrier.

2026-05-20T00:45:44.714333-07:00

Court clears the way for Onur Air liquidation

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Emirates completes first retrofit of high-density two-class A380 with Upper-Deck premium economy (2-3-2)

Qatar Airways posts record operating profit as geopolitical airspace restrictions bite in FY2025/26

ATR delivers first “HighLine” all-business-class ATR 72-600 to Berjaya Air

Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing

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