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Turkish Airlines weighs new narrowbody Airbus A220s vs Embraer E2s in fleet procurement

Turkish Airlines is reported to be returning to the market for new-build narrowbodies, with decisions framed around either Airbus A220 family aircraft or Embraer E2s. The selection will shape near-term fleet planning, delivery timing, and OEM supply leverage for the carrier’s next aircraft wave.

2026-05-07T20:51:31.983441-07:00

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India Cabinet backs ECLGS 5.0 with Rs 5,000 crore aviation allocation and up to Rs 1,000 crore guaranteed credit per borrower

2026-05-07T18:54:34.045333-07:00

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Star Air to take delivery of first Embraer E190

2026-05-07T17:32:57.668172-07:00

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KLM flight attendant hospitalized after suspected hantavirus exposure linked to MV Hondius outbreak

2026-05-07T14:51:22.304437-07:00

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Turkish Airlines weighs new narrowbody Airbus A220s vs Embraer E2s in fleet procurement Turkish Airlines is reported to be returning to the market for new-build narrowbodies, with decisions framed around either Airbus A220 family aircraft or Embraer E2s. The selection will shape near-term fleet planning, delivery timing, and OEM supply leverage for the carrier’s next aircraft wave.

2026-05-07T20:51:31.983441-07:00

Turkish Airlines weighs new narrowbody Airbus A220s vs Embraer E2s in fleet procurement

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India Cabinet backs ECLGS 5.0 with Rs 5,000 crore aviation allocation and up to Rs 1,000 crore guaranteed credit per borrower India’s Cabinet approved Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 to help airlines address short-term liquidity stress from global disruptions. The program earmarks Rs 5,000 crore for the aviation sector, with maximum loan support of Rs 1,000 crore per borrower and an additional Rs 500 crore tied to equivalent equity infusion.

2026-05-07T18:54:34.045333-07:00

India Cabinet backs ECLGS 5.0 with Rs 5,000 crore aviation allocation and up to Rs 1,000 crore guaranteed credit per borrower

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Star Air to take delivery of first Embraer E190 India’s Star Air is set to receive its first Embraer E190, marking the start of a new aircraft-delivery milestone for the carrier. The handover signals a near-term fleet expansion step as Star Air positions the E190 for its regional network plans.

2026-05-07T17:32:57.668172-07:00

Star Air to take delivery of first Embraer E190

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Singapore Airlines pushes back A350-900 first/business-class cabin retrofit to Q1 2027 amid supply-chain and seat-certification Singapore Airlines has delayed the rollout of new first and business-class cabins on its A350-900 fleet. The first retrofitted long-haul aircraft is now expected to enter service in Q1 2027 instead of Q2 2026, citing industry-wide supply-chain constraints and delayed certification of a new seat.

2026-05-07T15:53:59.892144-07:00

Singapore Airlines pushes back A350-900 first/business-class cabin retrofit to Q1 2027 amid supply-chain and seat-certification

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Norse Atlantic speeds up ‘Project Falcon’ to drive up to $50M in annual cost savings Norse Atlantic Airways says it is accelerating its ‘Project Falcon’ cost reduction program, citing current geopolitical tensions. The measures include cutting staff and downsizing offices, targeting annualized savings of up to $50 million as it works toward profitability.

2026-05-07T14:52:43.009209-07:00

Norse Atlantic speeds up ‘Project Falcon’ to drive up to $50M in annual cost savings

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KLM flight attendant hospitalized after suspected hantavirus exposure linked to MV Hondius outbreak A KLM flight attendant was hospitalized in the Netherlands after developing suspected hantavirus infection following contact with a passenger who died from hantavirus linked to the MV Hondius outbreak. Reports say the exposure occurred after the woman’s death a day later, following contact in Johannesburg after she boarded a KLM Boeing 777.

2026-05-07T14:51:22.304437-07:00

KLM flight attendant hospitalized after suspected hantavirus exposure linked to MV Hondius outbreak

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Sabre accuses Amadeus of blocking competition in airline technology amid Amadeus antitrust challenge Sabre says it delivered its strongest quarter in more than two years and is taking a direct aim at Amadeus, alleging monopolistic practices that block competitive offerings in airline technology. The dispute centers on whether Amadeus’s conduct restricts rivals’ ability to compete.

2026-05-07T14:31:29.880795-07:00

Sabre accuses Amadeus of blocking competition in airline technology amid Amadeus antitrust challenge

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Boeing begins first production 777-9 test flight for Lufthansa as 777X delays prompt Lufthansa’s long-haul “plan B” Boeing has flown the first test flight of a production Boeing 777-9 configured for Lufthansa, a key step for the long-delayed 777X program. At the same time, Lufthansa is refining contingencies to protect long-haul capacity through 2027 while extending the life of older widebodies if needed.

2026-05-07T13:09:11.547811-07:00

Boeing begins first production 777-9 test flight for Lufthansa as 777X delays prompt Lufthansa’s long-haul “plan B”

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Turkish Airlines weighs new narrowbody Airbus A220s vs Embraer E2s in fleet procurement

India Cabinet backs ECLGS 5.0 with Rs 5,000 crore aviation allocation and up to Rs 1,000 crore guaranteed credit per borrower

Star Air to take delivery of first Embraer E190

KLM flight attendant hospitalized after suspected hantavirus exposure linked to MV Hondius outbreak

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