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Ukraine’s Bees Airlines files for bankruptcy after a long dormant period

Ukraine’s Bees Airlines has filed for bankruptcy, marking a formal legal step after the carrier’s extended dormancy. The filing highlights continued pressure on troubled airlines in the country’s operating environment and raises questions about the disposition of the carrier’s assets and obligations.

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2026-07-09T02:17:34.407082-07:00

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AJet signs lease for five Airbus A321neo aircraft with BOC Aviation, deliveries set for 2028

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2026-07-08T23:30:44.865353-07:00

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

IAG invests in exosuit wearable robotics startup to protect baggage handlers during loading

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2026-07-09T00:59:18.054021-07:00

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Wizz Air opens new bases in Madrid and Valencia, adding Spain domestic capacity and expanding from London Luton

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2026-07-08T23:31:51.255632-07:00

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Ukraine’s Bees Airlines files for bankruptcy after a long dormant period Ukraine’s Bees Airlines has filed for bankruptcy, marking a formal legal step after the carrier’s extended dormancy. The filing highlights continued pressure on troubled airlines in the country’s operating environment and raises questions about the disposition of the carrier’s assets and obligations.

2026-07-09T02:17:34.407082-07:00

Ukraine’s Bees Airlines files for bankruptcy after a long dormant period

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Oman Air CEO Con Korfiatis touts “healthy” growth as transformation drives efficiency-led route expansion Two years into his tenure, Oman Air CEO Con Korfiatis says the airline is seeing improved yields from transformation-driven efficiencies, paired with the launch of new routes. The update frames the next phase as “healthy” growth, anchored in operational gains and network expansion rather than volume alone.

2026-07-09T01:29:25.837777-07:00

Oman Air CEO Con Korfiatis touts “healthy” growth as transformation drives efficiency-led route expansion

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Tokayev urges Air Astana to prioritize nonstop US and Japan services Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev told Air Astana CEO Ibrahim Canliel that nonstop routes to the United States and Japan are key priorities for the carrier. The directive was delivered during a meeting focused on Air Astana’s strategy and network development.

2026-07-09T01:00:09.593917-07:00

Tokayev urges Air Astana to prioritize nonstop US and Japan services

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

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IAG invests in exosuit wearable robotics startup to protect baggage handlers during loading British Airways’ parent company, IAG, has made a strategic investment in a wearable robotics startup developing an exosuit intended to reduce injury risk for baggage handlers. The wearable is set to be tested in ground-operations use cases tied to baggage handling workflows.

2026-07-09T00:59:18.054021-07:00

IAG invests in exosuit wearable robotics startup to protect baggage handlers during loading

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Etihad and Saudia push for faster Airbus and Boeing delivery slots to manage aircraft availability Etihad and Saudia are seeking faster Airbus and Boeing production/delivery slots, signaling pressure to improve aircraft availability against near-term network and capacity plans. The push reflects how OEM delivery timing can directly affect airline growth, fleet deployment, and operational flexibility.

2026-07-09T00:17:32.149365-07:00

Etihad and Saudia push for faster Airbus and Boeing delivery slots to manage aircraft availability

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Wizz Air opens new bases in Madrid and Valencia, adding Spain domestic capacity and expanding from London Luton Wizz Air will open new operating bases in Madrid and Valencia from November, and launch additional Spain domestic flying in parallel with network growth from London Luton. The carrier is adding three year-round routes to Málaga, Granada and Asturias (Oviedo), expanding its Luton footprint to 11 Spanish destinations.

2026-07-08T23:31:51.255632-07:00

Wizz Air opens new bases in Madrid and Valencia, adding Spain domestic capacity and expanding from London Luton

Airline Economics

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AJet signs lease for five Airbus A321neo aircraft with BOC Aviation, deliveries set for 2028 BOC Aviation has agreed to lease five new Airbus A321neo aircraft to Turkish Airlines Group low-cost subsidiary AJet. The jets are powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines and are scheduled for delivery in 2028, extending the lessor’s relationship with the Turkish Airlines family.

2026-07-08T23:30:44.865353-07:00

AJet signs lease for five Airbus A321neo aircraft with BOC Aviation, deliveries set for 2028

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China Eastern makes free in-flight Wi-Fi standard across its wide-body fleet China Eastern Airlines, along with subsidiary Shanghai Airlines, is rolling out complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi on every wide-body aircraft. The move standardizes onboard connectivity across the airlines’ wide-body operations, eliminating any paywall for passengers on equipped aircraft.

2026-07-08T22:14:01.088736-07:00

China Eastern makes free in-flight Wi-Fi standard across its wide-body fleet

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