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• Graham Rapier
Republic Airways, the US second-largest regional carrier, raised its financial outlook for 2026 while incorporating Mesa Airlines following its acquisition last year. The company says combined maintenance programmes should increase aircraft utilisation, supporting improved operating performance into 2026.
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Republic Airways, the US second-largest regional carrier, raised its financial outlook for 2026 while incorporating Mesa Airlines following its acquisition last year. The company says combined maintenance programmes should increase aircraft utilisation, supporting improved operating performance into 2026.
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