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SAS orders up to 40 Airbus A330 widebodies to restart long-haul growth

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has placed an order for 40 Airbus widebody jets in its largest-ever investment. The carrier will buy 18 firm A330-900N aircraft directly from Airbus, with options/agreements for additional aircraft including 12 A330-300s for near-term growth, supporting a long-haul expansion plan after restructuring.

2026-06-30T02:14:23.989439-07:00

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Uzbekistan Airways wins contested Warsaw slot rights from LOT

2026-06-30T02:28:44.207896-07:00

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Riyadh Air adds Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, expanding network to eight destinations

2026-06-30T03:28:49.181536-07:00

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Embraer delivers first E175 to Air Peace as Nigeria carrier scales domestic and regional network

2026-06-30T03:24:50.376945-07:00

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Royal Jordanian considers ultra-long-haul 787-9 operations Royal Jordanian is weighing the possibility of operating ultra-long-haul services using the Boeing 787-9, according to ch-aviation coverage. The move would shape the carrier’s long-range network and aircraft utilization approach as it explores new mission profiles for the 787-9.

2026-06-30T03:44:02.189373-07:00

Royal Jordanian considers ultra-long-haul 787-9 operations

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Riyadh Air adds Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, expanding network to eight destinations Saudi start-up Riyadh Air has opened ticket sales for flights from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, with services slated to begin next month. The move brings its initial network to eight destinations as the carrier continues building its global route footprint.

2026-06-30T03:28:49.181536-07:00

Riyadh Air adds Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, expanding network to eight destinations

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Embraer delivers first E175 to Air Peace as Nigeria carrier scales domestic and regional network Embraer has delivered the first brand-new E175 to Air Peace, adding another E-Jet type alongside its E195-E2 and ERJ145 fleet. Air Peace plans to use the aircraft to increase frequencies on domestic routes and to expand connectivity across Nigeria and West and Central Africa.

2026-06-30T03:24:50.376945-07:00

Embraer delivers first E175 to Air Peace as Nigeria carrier scales domestic and regional network

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Uzbekistan Airways wins contested Warsaw slot rights from LOT Uzbekistan Airways has secured contested slot access at Warsaw, resolving a dispute with Poland’s LOT. The outcome determines near-term scheduling and capacity for the carrier at a key hub airport, with direct implications for route competitiveness and network planning in the Warsaw market.

2026-06-30T02:28:44.207896-07:00

Uzbekistan Airways wins contested Warsaw slot rights from LOT

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SAS orders up to 40 Airbus A330 widebodies to restart long-haul growth Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has placed an order for 40 Airbus widebody jets in its largest-ever investment. The carrier will buy 18 firm A330-900N aircraft directly from Airbus, with options/agreements for additional aircraft including 12 A330-300s for near-term growth, supporting a long-haul expansion plan after restructuring.

2026-06-30T02:14:23.989439-07:00

SAS orders up to 40 Airbus A330 widebodies to restart long-haul growth

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Saudi Arabia's flyadeal nears decisions on post-2030 fleet

2026-06-30T01:45:17.739089-07:00

Saudi Arabia's flyadeal nears

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Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth Bangkok Airways will invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) to take part in a capital increase at associate U-Tapao International Aviation Co., Ltd. The funding underscores the airline’s direct stake in expanding capacity and capabilities at Thailand’s U-Tapao airport hub.

2026-06-29T23:28:39.844931-07:00

Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth

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AirAsia X to become AirAsia Group after shareholder vote

2026-06-29T22:43:36.404359-07:00

AirAsia X to become AirAsia Gr

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SAS orders up to 40 Airbus A330 widebodies to restart long-haul growth

Uzbekistan Airways wins contested Warsaw slot rights from LOT

Riyadh Air adds Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, expanding network to eight destinations

Embraer delivers first E175 to Air Peace as Nigeria carrier scales domestic and regional network

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