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Delta A330-300 (N813NW) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine Pratt & Whitney PW4000 failure and fire

On 29 March a Delta Air Lines A330‑300 (N813NW) departing São Paulo–Guarulhos for Atlanta suffered a catastrophic left‑engine Pratt & Whitney PW4000 failure that produced visible flames minutes after takeoff. The crew returned and landed safely with 288 aboard; Brazilian and U.S. authorities are investigating.

2026-03-30T13:15:31.752408-07:00

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Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes

2026-03-30T15:20:06.571697-07:00

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Fiji Airways reduces state-backed debt to $162 million

2026-03-30T15:41:06.822136-07:00

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Vietnam Airlines confirms Summer 2026 Heathrow schedule — three weekly nonstops; remains UK's only direct link to Vietnam

2026-03-30T14:39:21.940859-07:00

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Fiji Airways reduces state-backed debt to $162 million Fiji Airways has reduced its state‑backed debt to $162 million, the carrier said, lowering the amount of government‑guaranteed obligations on its balance sheet. The adjustment will be a focal metric for creditors, lessors and policymakers monitoring the airline’s financial position and exposure.

2026-03-30T15:41:06.822136-07:00

Fiji Airways reduces state-backed debt to $162 million

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Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes Ryanair will invest US$900 million in the West Midlands, station a ninth aircraft at Birmingham Airport and launch five new routes for Summer 2026. The move expands the carrier’s UK regional presence and boosts Birmingham’s scheduled capacity ahead of next year’s peak season.

2026-03-30T15:20:06.571697-07:00

Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes

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Vietnam Airlines confirms Summer 2026 Heathrow schedule — three weekly nonstops; remains UK's only direct link to Vietnam Vietnam Airlines will operate three weekly nonstop flights between London Heathrow and Vietnam in Summer 2026, retaining its position as the UK's only nonstop link to the country. The schedule preserves direct long‑haul connectivity as Vietnamese carriers expand European ambitions and adjust fleet and leasing plans.

2026-03-30T14:39:21.940859-07:00

Vietnam Airlines confirms Summer 2026 Heathrow schedule — three weekly nonstops; remains UK's only direct link to Vietnam

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CRJ450 rethink: it's about revenue potential, not costs The CRJ450's strategic rationale has evolved: rather than being sold primarily as a cost‑saving, down‑gauged regional jet, proponents now argue its real value is revenue potential, using capacity and schedule flexibility to boost yields and profitability for operators.

2026-03-30T13:56:12.854521-07:00

CRJ450 rethink: it's about revenue potential, not costs

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Delta A330-300 (N813NW) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine Pratt & Whitney PW4000 failure and fire On 29 March a Delta Air Lines A330‑300 (N813NW) departing São Paulo–Guarulhos for Atlanta suffered a catastrophic left‑engine Pratt & Whitney PW4000 failure that produced visible flames minutes after takeoff. The crew returned and landed safely with 288 aboard; Brazilian and U.S. authorities are investigating.

2026-03-30T13:15:31.752408-07:00

Delta A330-300 (N813NW) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine Pratt & Whitney PW4000 failure and fire

Airways Magazine

TAP to move JFK operations into new Terminal 6 in late 2026, joining JetBlue and Star Alliance partners TAP Air Portugal will relocate its New York JFK operations into the new Terminal 6 in late 2026, consolidating its presence alongside JetBlue and fellow Star Alliance carriers. The move places TAP in the airport's modernized terminal hub as it opens later in 2026.

2026-03-30T13:01:56.194227-07:00

TAP to move JFK operations into new Terminal 6 in late 2026, joining JetBlue and Star Alliance partners

Air Data News

SUM Air launches commercial service in South Korea with ATR 72-600s on underserved regional routes SUM Air has begun commercial operations in South Korea, launching scheduled regional services using ATR 72-600 turboprops to connect underserved domestic destinations. The startup targets thin short-haul routes often unsuitable for jets, positioning itself as a niche regional operator focused on improving intra‑Korea connectivity.

2026-03-30T12:36:30.079374-07:00

SUM Air launches commercial service in South Korea with ATR 72-600s on underserved regional routes

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Alaska Air warns Q1 loss will widen as Iran-linked jet fuel spike and weak demand bite Alaska Air Group said it now expects a larger first‑quarter loss after a surge in jet fuel prices tied to the Iran conflict and softer demand in parts of its network weighed on results. Management said robust demand, pricing power and strategic initiatives should support recovery and long‑term growth.

2026-03-30T11:10:53.880770-07:00

Alaska Air warns Q1 loss will widen as Iran-linked jet fuel spike and weak demand bite

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Delta A330-300 (N813NW) returns to São Paulo after left‑engine Pratt & Whitney PW4000 failure and fire

Ryanair commits US$900m to West Midlands; bases ninth aircraft at Birmingham and adds five Summer 2026 routes

Fiji Airways reduces state-backed debt to $162 million

Vietnam Airlines confirms Summer 2026 Heathrow schedule — three weekly nonstops; remains UK's only direct link to Vietnam

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