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United Airlines Disables Starlink Wi-Fi on Regional Jets Over Radio Interference

United has turned off Starlink in-flight connectivity on multiple regional jets after crews reported radio interference issues. The airline is investigating root causes and working on mitigation measures before reinstating service across affected aircraft.

2025-06-06T16:43:16.756010-07:00

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EU transport ministers strike EU261 deal, airlines warn of complexity

2025-06-06T08:43:15.451161-07:00

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American Airlines Flies Incorrect 787 Variant on Eight-Hour Transatlantic Service

2025-06-06T05:31:46.256154-07:00

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Boeing Rebuilding Trust as Airline Bosses Cite Improved Jet Quality

2025-06-05T09:18:06.554557-07:00

Hype Analysis

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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Hawaiian Airlines’ 787-9 Deal Sparks Long-Haul Turf War with Delta’s A350-900s at Seattle Hawaiian Airlines’ new deal to base Boeing 787-9s at Seattle ignites a competition with Delta Air Lines, whose flagship Airbus A350-900s dominate the gateway’s transpacific routes. Dreamliners from Honolulu will challenge Delta’s long-haul operations, reshaping fleet deployment and market share in a strategic leisure corridor.

2025-06-07T11:50:48.044182-07:00

Hawaiian Airlines’ 787-9 Deal Sparks Long-Haul Turf War with Delta’s A350-900s at Seattle

Simple Flying

JetBlue CEO Denies Merger Talks with United Airlines JetBlue Airways CEO Joanna Geraghty has publicly dismissed speculation of a merger with United Airlines, emphasizing that the airline will continue to pursue strategic partnerships and focus on core operations rather than consolidation, eliminating immediate merger prospects between the two carriers.

2025-06-07T00:26:51.862481-07:00

JetBlue CEO Denies Merger Talks with United Airlines

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United Airlines Disables Starlink Wi-Fi on Regional Jets Over Radio Interference United has turned off Starlink in-flight connectivity on multiple regional jets after crews reported radio interference issues. The airline is investigating root causes and working on mitigation measures before reinstating service across affected aircraft.

2025-06-06T16:43:16.756010-07:00

United Airlines Disables Starlink Wi-Fi on Regional Jets Over Radio Interference

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GOL exits U.S. Chapter 11 with $900 M cash, eyes Embraer regional growth Brazil’s GOL Linhas Aéreas completed its U.S. Chapter 11 process on June 6, emerging with $900 million in liquidity and reduced leverage under majority control of Grupo Abra. CEO Celso Ferrer signals fleet growth—potential Embraer regional jets—and new domestic and international routes as part of a five-year expansion plan.

2025-06-06T15:23:36.259935-07:00

GOL exits U.S. Chapter 11 with $900 M cash, eyes Embraer regional growth

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Creditors, Lessors Object to Silver Airways Asset Sale Several creditor groups and lessors have filed formal objections to the proposed asset sale of Florida-based Silver Airways before the US Bankruptcy Court, challenging both bid procedures and valuation of leased turboprop and jet fleets, potentially delaying the carrier’s restructuring efforts.

2025-06-06T12:45:32.360949-07:00

Creditors, Lessors Object to Silver Airways Asset Sale

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American Airlines Pauses Reduced-Crew Plan for Ultra-Premium 787-9 American Airlines has shelved its plan to secure FAA approval for just seven cabin crew aboard its ultra-premium-configured Boeing 787-9, a proposal first leaked in December. The carrier says the pause is temporary as it works with regulators to evaluate safety and service implications.

2025-06-06T11:07:46.467032-07:00

American Airlines Pauses Reduced-Crew Plan for Ultra-Premium 787-9

Skift

Breeze Airways Sees Window for 2026 IPO After First Profitable Quarter Breeze Airways reported its first profitable quarter in Q1, generating positive cash flow and bolstering liquidity. CEO David Neeleman said the carrier is “building cash” and sees a potential window for an initial public offering in 2026, contingent on market conditions and sustained profitability.

2025-06-06T09:26:33.344474-07:00

Breeze Airways Sees Window for 2026 IPO After First Profitable Quarter

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EU transport ministers strike EU261 deal, airlines warn of complexity Europe's transport ministers have secured a political agreement to revise EU261, granting passengers over 30 new rights—from cross-carrier rerouting to 14-day compensation deadlines—while leading airline associations A4E and ERA argue the package ignores operational realities and adds complexity.

2025-06-06T08:43:15.451161-07:00

EU transport ministers strike EU261 deal, airlines warn of complexity