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• Daniel Martinez Garbuno
LATAM is considering ninth-freedom operations in Argentina, which would allow it to carry passengers between two points within the country. The airline says international flying remains its priority, so any domestic expansion would be weighed against its broader network strategy.
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LATAM is considering ninth-freedom operations in Argentina, which would allow it to carry passengers between two points within the country. The airline says international flying remains its priority, so any domestic expansion would be weighed against its broader network strategy.
Houthi strikes have cut Riyadh off from scheduled flights, freezing corporate travel and pushing the kingdom’s events season into 2027. The prolonged restrictions are putting Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish itself as a reliable destination for business tourism under pressure.
British Airways has finished installing Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi across its fleet of 18 Airbus A350s. The airline says the service is free and ultra-fast, making connectivity available to passengers on every A350 flight.
Condor is seeking a strategic partner and has confirmed an agreement with a union. The available report does not specify the prospective partner, the terms of any partnership or the union agreement, or how either development may affect the airline’s ownership, operations or workforce.
EL AL says it will introduce Jo Malone London amenity kits, bedding developed with Israeli brand TAKEANAP and updated inflight dining as part of a passenger-experience refresh. The airline’s announcement, dated Oct. 21, says the dining changes will begin in November 2026.
Canadian charter carrier Nolinor is targeting third-party aircraft owners who want operational support without obtaining their own air operator’s certificate. The service offers an alternative to owners seeking to operate aircraft without holding the certification themselves.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation has revoked restrictions imposed last year on flights operated by Mexican carriers from Mexico City’s two main airports. The move reopens opportunities for airlines including Aeroméxico to expand transborder service between Mexico and the United States.
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