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Swire Pacific sells US$230m stake in Cathay Pacific

Swire Pacific has sold a US$230 million stake in Cathay Pacific, the company said. The brief disclosure gives few details on the buyer or the exact change in shareholding, leaving outstanding questions about the transaction's size and implications for the Hong Kong carrier.

2026-03-16T19:14:10.610427-07:00

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Air China Cargo takes over Shandong Airlines' belly cargo

2026-03-16T18:19:58.320653-07:00

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SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet

2026-03-16T17:38:19.497234-07:00

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airBaltic suspends Dubai flights through October 2026 citing Middle East security concerns

2026-03-16T15:38:37.759644-07:00

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Akasa Air to open first dedicated MRO in Noida to support fleet growth Akasa Air has announced plans to establish its first dedicated MRO facility in Noida, marking the carrier's move to build in‑house maintenance capacity to support expected fleet growth. The Noida site aims to centralize maintenance operations and reduce reliance on external providers as the airline scales.

2026-03-16T19:44:27.262809-07:00

Akasa Air to open first dedicated MRO in Noida to support fleet growth

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AAPA urges governments to back carriers as Middle East war strains Asia‑Pacific aviation The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has urged governments to "consider measures" to support carriers as fallout from the Middle East war continues to rattle the sector. AAPA said targeted public interventions may be needed to stabilise regional connectivity and blunt commercial and operational strain on airlines.

2026-03-16T19:29:23.434573-07:00

AAPA urges governments to back carriers as Middle East war strains Asia‑Pacific aviation

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Swire Pacific sells US$230m stake in Cathay Pacific Swire Pacific has sold a US$230 million stake in Cathay Pacific, the company said. The brief disclosure gives few details on the buyer or the exact change in shareholding, leaving outstanding questions about the transaction's size and implications for the Hong Kong carrier.

2026-03-16T19:14:10.610427-07:00

Swire Pacific sells US$230m stake in Cathay Pacific

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Air China Cargo takes over Shandong Airlines' belly cargo Air China Cargo has taken over Shandong Airlines' belly-hold cargo operations, ch-aviation reports. The shift places responsibility for freight carried in the bellies of Shandong's passenger aircraft with Air China Cargo; the brief report did not provide timing or commercial terms.

2026-03-16T18:19:58.320653-07:00

Air China Cargo takes over Shandong Airlines' belly cargo

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SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet SUM Air has been granted an air operator certificate and is preparing to commence operations, targeting a 25-aircraft ATR fleet as it scales up. The approval removes a key regulatory hurdle and paves the way for planned fleet deliveries and service launches.

2026-03-16T17:38:19.497234-07:00

SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet

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China Airlines cuts A321neo and A350-900 commitments amid fleet strategy review China Airlines has cut its commitments for Airbus A321neo and A350-900 aircraft as it conducts a comprehensive fleet strategy review. The move signals a reassessment of capacity growth, delivery timing and fleet composition as the carrier re-evaluates order fulfilment and capital allocation.

2026-03-16T16:20:03.602408-07:00

China Airlines cuts A321neo and A350-900 commitments amid fleet strategy review

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airBaltic suspends Dubai flights through October 2026 citing Middle East security concerns Latvian carrier airBaltic on 16 March suspended all scheduled services to and from Dubai through 31 October 2026 because of the regional security situation. Affected passengers are being offered free rebooking to any of the airline’s more than 80 destinations.

2026-03-16T15:38:37.759644-07:00

airBaltic suspends Dubai flights through October 2026 citing Middle East security concerns

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Sara Nelson urges Dubai to prioritize passenger and crew safety amid Iranian attack threat Airline union leader Sara Nelson urged Dubai and Gulf governments to put passenger and crew safety first as threats to aviation from Iranian attacks escalate. Her statement calls for protective measures, clearer operational guidance and immediate risk mitigation for carriers operating through the region.

2026-03-16T14:19:56.946023-07:00

Sara Nelson urges Dubai to prioritize passenger and crew safety amid Iranian attack threat

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Swire Pacific sells US$230m stake in Cathay Pacific

Air China Cargo takes over Shandong Airlines' belly cargo

SUM Air granted AOC, aims for 25-strong ATR fleet

airBaltic suspends Dubai flights through October 2026 citing Middle East security concerns

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