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Emirates Skywards partners with Jet2.com to let members redeem miles on 75+ Jet2 destinations

Emirates Skywards has partnered with UK leisure carrier Jet2.com, enabling members to redeem miles for flight rewards across Jet2’s network of more than 75 destinations. The tie-up gives roughly 4 million UK Skywards members new redemption access on Jet2’s leisure routes.

2026-01-22T01:38:33.539801-08:00

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WestJet reverses high‑density economy seating after viral backlash, signalling risks for cabin densification

2026-01-22T03:18:45.337818-08:00

AeroTime

Major U.S. Winter Storm Prompts Widespread Airline Waivers, Threatens Hub Operations

2026-01-22T01:54:58.556134-08:00

Inflight Online

Immfly to deploy Eutelsat‑backed OneWeb LEO broadband on disconnected narrowbody LCC/ULCC fleets

2026-01-22T02:41:05.078552-08:00

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Delta confirms Boeing 787‑10 order as American trims summer widebody capacity Delta confirmed a long‑rumored commitment to the Boeing 787‑10 during its recent earnings call, advancing its long‑haul fleet modernisation plans. Separately, American Airlines will cut summer widebody capacity amid a shortage of available widebodies and deployment pressures.

2026-01-22T03:58:40.254859-08:00

Delta confirms Boeing 787‑10 order as American trims summer widebody capacity

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WestJet reverses high‑density economy seating after viral backlash, signalling risks for cabin densification WestJet abruptly walked back a rollout of tighter, non‑reclining economy seating after viral videos showed passengers struggling with severely cramped legroom. The U‑turn is a clear warning to North American carriers pursuing cabin densification and back‑of‑cabin cuts to prioritise higher‑yield travellers, exposing reputational and commercial risk.

2026-01-22T03:18:45.337818-08:00

WestJet reverses high‑density economy seating after viral backlash, signalling risks for cabin densification

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Immfly to deploy Eutelsat‑backed OneWeb LEO broadband on disconnected narrowbody LCC/ULCC fleets Immfly will deploy Eutelsat‑backed OneWeb LEO high‑speed connectivity across disconnected narrowbody fleets operated by low‑cost and ultra‑low‑cost carriers, targeting aircraft currently without inflight broadband. The agreement aims to rapidly bring LEO gate‑to‑gate internet to LCC/ULCC networks, enabling higher‑bandwidth passenger services on single‑aisle aircraft.

2026-01-22T02:41:05.078552-08:00

Immfly to deploy Eutelsat‑backed OneWeb LEO broadband on disconnected narrowbody LCC/ULCC fleets

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ITA Airways to fast‑track four widebodies by 2027 as A330neo EI‑TYG joins fleet ITA Airways CEO Jörg Eberhart said the carrier will fast‑track entry into service of four additional widebodies by 2027 as it takes recent A330neo deliveries — including EI‑TYG this month. The programme accelerates ITA’s long‑haul fleet expansion from Rome Fiumicino and adds immediate capacity.

2026-01-22T02:20:14.002059-08:00

ITA Airways to fast‑track four widebodies by 2027 as A330neo EI‑TYG joins fleet

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Major U.S. Winter Storm Prompts Widespread Airline Waivers, Threatens Hub Operations Major U.S. carriers have issued travel waivers and fee-free changes as a large winter storm moves from the central/southern Plains toward the East Coast, threatening hub operations and widespread schedule disruption. Delta specifically announced waived change fees to help passengers rebook and reduce immediate friction.

2026-01-22T01:54:58.556134-08:00

Major U.S. Winter Storm Prompts Widespread Airline Waivers, Threatens Hub Operations

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Emirates Skywards partners with Jet2.com to let members redeem miles on 75+ Jet2 destinations Emirates Skywards has partnered with UK leisure carrier Jet2.com, enabling members to redeem miles for flight rewards across Jet2’s network of more than 75 destinations. The tie-up gives roughly 4 million UK Skywards members new redemption access on Jet2’s leisure routes.

2026-01-22T01:38:33.539801-08:00

Emirates Skywards partners with Jet2.com to let members redeem miles on 75+ Jet2 destinations

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Ariana Afghan Airlines issues tender for Boeing 737 freighter Ariana Afghan Airlines has issued a tender for a Boeing 737 freighter, opening a procurement process to acquire dedicated narrowbody cargo capacity. The carrier invited proposals but provided no immediate details on delivery timing, financing structure or aircraft configuration.

2026-01-22T00:29:43.727235-08:00

Ariana Afghan Airlines issues tender for Boeing 737 freighter

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Lebanon's Central Bank says MEA is not for sale Lebanon's Central Bank has publicly denied that national carrier Middle East Airlines (MEA) is up for sale, rejecting market speculation about privatization or ownership transfer. The Central Bank's clarification removes uncertainty about MEA's ownership and short-circuits sale speculation affecting restructuring and potential partnerships for the Beirut-based carrier.

2026-01-21T23:53:32.499514-08:00

Lebanon's Central Bank says MEA is not for sale

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Emirates Skywards partners with Jet2.com to let members redeem miles on 75+ Jet2 destinations

WestJet reverses high‑density economy seating after viral backlash, signalling risks for cabin densification

Major U.S. Winter Storm Prompts Widespread Airline Waivers, Threatens Hub Operations

Immfly to deploy Eutelsat‑backed OneWeb LEO broadband on disconnected narrowbody LCC/ULCC fleets

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