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Air Serbia launches “ELEVATE” loyalty program for 99th anniversary, expands beyond flights with tiered rewards and premium benef

Air Serbia has launched ELEVATE on June 16, 2026, marking its 99th anniversary. Members can earn points on airfare and additional services, redeem for reward flights, and access benefits including extra luggage, seat selection, premium-lounge access, and upgrades to business class.

2026-06-17T05:37:05.242974-07:00

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IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build

2026-06-17T05:49:39.237228-07:00

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Emirates launches “Comprehensive Travel Cover” with war/conflict medical and disruption benefits, positioning the product as a p

2026-06-17T03:57:59.884643-07:00

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Qantas locks in world-first nonstop Sydney–London launch for Project Sunrise on Airbus A350-1000ULR (Oct 2027), with New York fo

2026-06-16T17:21:02.151567-07:00

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IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build IndiGo says it aims to grow to a 550-aircraft fleet by FY30, with 30–40% of aircraft owned and the remainder managed via leasing. The plan is backed by 900+ Airbus jets on order, plus rapid business-class expansion supported by hot meals on A321XLR and planned widebody routes.

2026-06-17T05:49:39.237228-07:00

IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build

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Air Serbia launches “ELEVATE” loyalty program for 99th anniversary, expands beyond flights with tiered rewards and premium benef Air Serbia has launched ELEVATE on June 16, 2026, marking its 99th anniversary. Members can earn points on airfare and additional services, redeem for reward flights, and access benefits including extra luggage, seat selection, premium-lounge access, and upgrades to business class.

2026-06-17T05:37:05.242974-07:00

Air Serbia launches “ELEVATE” loyalty program for 99th anniversary, expands beyond flights with tiered rewards and premium benef

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Amelia exits A320 operations, marking an operator transition away from Airbus narrowbody flying Amelia says it is exiting Airbus A320 operations, ending its A320 use in commercial aviation. The decision is likely to trigger fleet, staffing, and route- and contract-planning adjustments as the aircraft footprint is reduced or reassigned.

2026-06-17T03:59:06.587947-07:00

Amelia exits A320 operations, marking an operator transition away from Airbus narrowbody flying

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Emirates launches “Comprehensive Travel Cover” with war/conflict medical and disruption benefits, positioning the product as a p Emirates has introduced a new Comprehensive Travel Cover insurance tier, described as the first of its kind globally, adding war/conflict-related medical coverage and extended-stay support during travel disruptions. The coverage is framed as broadly mirroring EU passenger-rights protections, but with an extra cost to passengers.

2026-06-17T03:57:59.884643-07:00

Emirates launches “Comprehensive Travel Cover” with war/conflict medical and disruption benefits, positioning the product as a p

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Oman Air positions Muscat as an alternative Middle East hub Oman Air is pitching Muscat as a substitute hub for Middle East connections, signaling a renewed push to steer regional passenger flows through the Omani gateway. The move reinforces the carrier’s broader strategy to reshape its network and strengthen its competitive position in Gulf transit markets.

2026-06-16T23:33:50.606236-07:00

Oman Air positions Muscat as an alternative Middle East hub

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flynas to open sixth Saudi operations base at Gassim under Cluster2 deal, July 1, 2026 Saudi low-cost carrier flynas will open its sixth operations base at Gassim on July 1, 2026, citing an agreement with airport operator Cluster2 Company. The expansion adds another major station footprint to support flynas’ broader domestic and regional network buildout.

2026-06-16T23:00:47.505771-07:00

flynas to open sixth Saudi operations base at Gassim under Cluster2 deal, July 1, 2026

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ANA targets late-3Q26 entry-into-service for Boeing 737-8, with E2s planned for 2028 All Nippon Airways is signaling a late-3Q26 entry-into-service for its Boeing 737-8 fleet, alongside an E2 delivery/operating timeline set for 2028, as it maps near- and medium-term capacity into its fleet plan. The updated sequencing adds another datapoint to ANA’s ongoing fleet reconfiguration.

2026-06-16T21:18:29.376008-07:00

ANA targets late-3Q26 entry-into-service for Boeing 737-8, with E2s planned for 2028

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Philippine Airlines completes final inspection of donated DHC-8-Q400 aircraft for aviation academy training Philippine Airlines and the National Academy of Aviation of the Philippines (NAAP) have completed final inspection of four donated DHC-8-Q400 aircraft earmarked for aviation training. The handover supports NAAP’s effort to expand practical training capacity using airframes provided by PAL.

2026-06-16T20:01:44.417073-07:00

Philippine Airlines completes final inspection of donated DHC-8-Q400 aircraft for aviation academy training

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Air Serbia launches “ELEVATE” loyalty program for 99th anniversary, expands beyond flights with tiered rewards and premium benef

IndiGo targets a 550+ aircraft fleet by FY30, including deeper ownership and an accelerated Airbus build

Emirates launches “Comprehensive Travel Cover” with war/conflict medical and disruption benefits, positioning the product as a p

Qantas locks in world-first nonstop Sydney–London launch for Project Sunrise on Airbus A350-1000ULR (Oct 2027), with New York fo

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