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AirAsia enters first codeshare with Pegasus, opening Southeast Asia–Europe connections via Istanbul

AirAsia has signed its first codeshare partnership with Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines, creating connecting itineraries between Southeast Asia and Europe through Istanbul. The agreement expands both airlines’ network reach while linking AirAsia’s regional operations with Pegasus’ European market presence.

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Luxair to invest more than $1.2 billion to replace fleet with Boeing 737 MAX-centered lineup

Luxembourg’s Luxair plans to invest more than €1 billion ($1.2 billion) to replace its entire fleet by the mid-2030s, excluding aircraft already newly delivered. The renewal will center on Boeing’s 737 MAX family, marking a long-term commitment to the narrowbody platform as the airline reshapes its fleet.

Airline Economics

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ANA selects Airbus to train next-generation pilots in Portugal under new flight training agreement

All Nippon Airways has selected Airbus to provide ab-initio training for ANA Group and partner-airline cadets in Portugal. The comprehensive agreement will begin with 19 trainees later this year and expands a strategic relationship between the Japanese airline and Airbus spanning nearly four decades.

Bloomberg

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Ryanair traffic rises 6% to 22.2 million in August as oil prices prompt lower forecasts and winter capacity cuts

Ryanair carried 22.2 million passengers in August 2026, up 6% year over year, but reduced its full-year passenger target and next year’s traffic outlook. The Irish budget carrier is trimming its winter schedule and limiting unhedged fuel exposure as oil prices rise amid the Middle East conflict.

FlightGlobal

airBaltic cuts destinations in revised plan to stabilize finances ahead of summer 2027

Loss-making airBaltic is reducing its summer 2027 schedule and withdrawing destinations from its core Riga, Tallinn and Vilnius network. The Latvian operator says the changes follow a revised long-term business plan focused on its strongest markets and intended to stabilize its financial position.

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AAPA: Asia-Pacific carriers face moderated demand as high fuel prices pressure short-haul networks

Asia-Pacific airlines continue to benefit from strong long-haul demand, but high fuel prices are weighing more heavily on short-haul operations. The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines said international passenger volumes continue to decline, while overall demand has moderated amid persistent cost pressures.

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Virgin Australia accelerates Boeing 737-800 exit

Virgin Australia is moving faster to retire its Boeing 737-800 fleet, signaling a shift in the carrier’s narrowbody fleet strategy. The accelerated exit could affect fleet transition planning, aircraft availability and the timing of capacity or operational changes.

Associated Press

Venezuela’s main airport partially resumes commercial flights nearly 10 weeks after deadly earthquakes

Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía has resumed limited domestic and international commercial operations nearly 10 weeks after twin earthquakes damaged facilities on June 24. The reopening relies on temporary modules, with the country’s principal air gateway still operating below full capacity.