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TCAS RA after U.S. Army Black Hawk crosses in front of United 737 on approach to John Wayne; FAA opens probe

A U.S. Army Black Hawk crossed in front of a United Airlines Boeing 737 on approach to John Wayne (Santa Ana), triggering a TCAS Resolution Advisory and prompting an ATC warning captured on audio. The FAA has opened an investigation into the close call.

2026-03-26T15:30:19.372913-07:00

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T'way Air pilots' union sues airline over allowances

2026-03-26T17:18:18.668825-07:00

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Air France unveils Summer 2026: Las Vegas debut, Asia push, Orly exit and CDG refocus

2026-03-26T14:32:20.129301-07:00

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Porter launches twice-daily Hamilton–Ottawa Dash 8‑400 nonstops from June 22, 2026

2026-03-26T15:39:29.183731-07:00

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T'way Air pilots' union sues airline over allowances T'way Air's pilots' union has filed a lawsuit against the carrier contesting allowances, escalating a labour dispute into the legal system. The action formalises grievances over pay-related entitlements and introduces a court process that will run alongside any ongoing collective-bargaining efforts.

2026-03-26T17:18:18.668825-07:00

T'way Air pilots' union sues airline over allowances

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Porter launches twice-daily Hamilton–Ottawa Dash 8‑400 nonstops from June 22, 2026 Porter Airlines will begin twice-daily nonstop service between John C. Munro Hamilton International (YHN) and Ottawa International (YOW) starting June 22, 2026. The route will operate on 78‑seat De Havilland Canada Dash 8‑400 turboprops, boosting Ontario connectivity as Porter expands its summer regional network.

2026-03-26T15:39:29.183731-07:00

Porter launches twice-daily Hamilton–Ottawa Dash 8‑400 nonstops from June 22, 2026

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TCAS RA after U.S. Army Black Hawk crosses in front of United 737 on approach to John Wayne; FAA opens probe A U.S. Army Black Hawk crossed in front of a United Airlines Boeing 737 on approach to John Wayne (Santa Ana), triggering a TCAS Resolution Advisory and prompting an ATC warning captured on audio. The FAA has opened an investigation into the close call.

2026-03-26T15:30:19.372913-07:00

TCAS RA after U.S. Army Black Hawk crosses in front of United 737 on approach to John Wayne; FAA opens probe

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American in talks with Starlink and Amazon for Wi‑Fi upgrade; weighing return of seatback screens American Airlines is exploring a major overhaul of onboard entertainment and connectivity, holding talks with SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon for a Wi‑Fi upgrade and weighing reintroducing seatback screens — a potential material change to its in‑flight passenger experience and retrofit plans.

2026-03-26T15:25:04.874031-07:00

American in talks with Starlink and Amazon for Wi‑Fi upgrade; weighing return of seatback screens

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Air France unveils Summer 2026: Las Vegas debut, Asia push, Orly exit and CDG refocus Air France’s Summer 2026 schedule spans nearly 170 destinations in 73 countries, with long‑haul capacity up 2% driven by Americas growth and new Las Vegas and Asia services. The carrier will largely leave Paris‑Orly (Transavia to take over) and consolidate overseas connections to CDG from 29 March 2026.

2026-03-26T14:32:20.129301-07:00

Air France unveils Summer 2026: Las Vegas debut, Asia push, Orly exit and CDG refocus

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Volaris shareholders approve merger with Viva to form Grupo Más Vuelos; both carriers to retain independent brands Volaris shareholders on March 25 approved a merger with Viva with 91.7% support to create Grupo Más Vuelos, a holding company that will serve as the group's parent company and own both carriers. Volaris and Viva will continue operating under independent brands and separate day-to-day operations.

2026-03-26T13:36:08.388935-07:00

Volaris shareholders approve merger with Viva to form Grupo Más Vuelos; both carriers to retain independent brands

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Austrian reports 0.7% drag reduction from AeroShark film on four 777‑200ERs Austrian Airlines says applying AeroShark riblet surface film to fuselages and nacelles on four Boeing 777‑200ERs cut aerodynamic drag by 0.7% in the first year of operation, translating into measurable fuel‑burn savings for the carrier as it seeks incremental efficiency gains across its long‑haul fleet.

2026-03-26T12:50:24.995249-07:00

Austrian reports 0.7% drag reduction from AeroShark film on four 777‑200ERs

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Former bidder warns Azores Airlines is headed for collapse A former bidder for Azores Airlines has publicly warned the carrier is headed for collapse, ch-aviation reports. The allegation spotlights investor concern over the island carrier’s viability and raises questions about the stability of its regional air links to mainland Portugal and Europe.

2026-03-26T11:30:22.151812-07:00

Former bidder warns Azores Airlines is headed for collapse

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TCAS RA after U.S. Army Black Hawk crosses in front of United 737 on approach to John Wayne; FAA opens probe

T'way Air pilots' union sues airline over allowances

Air France unveils Summer 2026: Las Vegas debut, Asia push, Orly exit and CDG refocus

Porter launches twice-daily Hamilton–Ottawa Dash 8‑400 nonstops from June 22, 2026

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