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FAA approves higher MTOW for Boeing 787-9 and 787-10, boosting range and payload

The FAA has certified higher maximum takeoff weights (MTOW) for the Boeing 787‑9 and 787‑10, giving operators added range or payload capability on existing routes. The approval breaks part of Boeing's certification logjam amid a tight widebody market and strong demand for long‑haul capacity.

2026-03-23T13:09:31.295192-07:00

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Peru's Indecopi opens in‑depth review of Abra's $70M bid for SKY Airline

2026-03-23T15:50:05.005448-07:00

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Venezuela and Dominican Republic resume scheduled commercial air services

2026-03-23T14:21:00.016093-07:00

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Lufthansa Group suspends Middle East flying through April 30; some routings pushed into October as wider carrier halts spread

2026-03-23T11:25:21.996404-07:00

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AnimaWings launches Gatwick–Bucharest service, inaugural flights began 22 March Romanian carrier AnimaWings launched scheduled flights between London Gatwick and Bucharest Otopeni on Sunday 22 March, marking its first service from Gatwick. The inaugural connection adds seat capacity on the London–Bucharest route and provides UK travellers a direct option to Romania’s main international airport.

2026-03-23T15:58:37.142216-07:00

AnimaWings launches Gatwick–Bucharest service, inaugural flights began 22 March

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Peru's Indecopi opens in‑depth review of Abra's $70M bid for SKY Airline Peru's competition authority Indecopi has opened a second‑phase, in‑depth review of Abra Group's proposed $70 million acquisition of SKY Airline, centering its analysis on routes from Lima and Cusco to Miami. The probe introduces regulatory uncertainty for the deal timetable and competitive dynamics on key international routes.

2026-03-23T15:50:05.005448-07:00

Peru's Indecopi opens in‑depth review of Abra's $70M bid for SKY Airline

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Venezuela and Dominican Republic resume scheduled commercial air services Venezuela and the Dominican Republic have resumed scheduled commercial air services, restoring direct passenger connectivity between the two countries after a suspension. The move re-establishes regular cross‑border routes and could ease travel and cargo flows across the northern South American–Caribbean corridor.

2026-03-23T14:21:00.016093-07:00

Venezuela and Dominican Republic resume scheduled commercial air services

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FAA approves higher MTOW for Boeing 787-9 and 787-10, boosting range and payload The FAA has certified higher maximum takeoff weights (MTOW) for the Boeing 787‑9 and 787‑10, giving operators added range or payload capability on existing routes. The approval breaks part of Boeing's certification logjam amid a tight widebody market and strong demand for long‑haul capacity.

2026-03-23T13:09:31.295192-07:00

FAA approves higher MTOW for Boeing 787-9 and 787-10, boosting range and payload

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PSA Airlines to relocate headquarters to Charlotte PSA Airlines has announced plans to relocate its headquarters to Charlotte, shifting its executive and administrative base to the city. The carrier disclosed the move in a company announcement; reporting did not provide detailed timing or the full scope of changes to staff and operations.

2026-03-23T12:15:26.986323-07:00

PSA Airlines to relocate headquarters to Charlotte

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Azul sues TAP over $217.6m bond‑loan dispute Azul has filed a lawsuit against TAP seeking recovery of $217.6 million in a bond‑loan dispute, escalating a post‑bankruptcy financial legal battle between the carriers. The claim could complicate ongoing balance‑sheet adjustments for both airlines as they sort creditor claims and liabilities.

2026-03-23T11:39:36.094835-07:00

Azul sues TAP over $217.6m bond‑loan dispute

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Lufthansa Group suspends Middle East flying through April 30; some routings pushed into October as wider carrier halts spread Lufthansa Group will suspend all Middle East services through April 30 and extend cuts to Iran and other markets, with some routings not returning until October. The move mirrors wider airline and national suspensions — from major European carriers to New Zealand — amid the regional conflict.

2026-03-23T11:25:21.996404-07:00

Lufthansa Group suspends Middle East flying through April 30; some routings pushed into October as wider carrier halts spread

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Icelandair's bid for Ísafjörður PSO rejected, Q200 fleet plans in doubt Icelandair's bid to win the public service obligation contract for Ísafjörður was rejected, calling into question the carrier's plans to deploy Q200 aircraft on regional routes. The outcome threatens near-term regional capacity and complicates Icelandair's fleet renewal and network strategy.

2026-03-23T10:50:18.824607-07:00

Icelandair's bid for Ísafjörður PSO rejected, Q200 fleet plans in doubt

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FAA approves higher MTOW for Boeing 787-9 and 787-10, boosting range and payload

Peru's Indecopi opens in‑depth review of Abra's $70M bid for SKY Airline

Venezuela and Dominican Republic resume scheduled commercial air services

Lufthansa Group suspends Middle East flying through April 30; some routings pushed into October as wider carrier halts spread

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