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Investigation: maintenance assembly error in PW1127GA-JM caused IndiGo A320neo engine failure

Investigators concluded a maintenance assembly error during a shop visit caused extensive internal damage to a Pratt & Whitney PW1127GA-JM engine on an IndiGo A320neo, forcing the aircraft to return to Amritsar in February 2023. The finding attributes the in‑flight engine failure to human error during post‑maintenance assembly.

2026-01-21T23:32:40.859023-08:00

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Southwest completes 737-700 reconfiguration ahead of Jan. 27 launch of assigned seating and extra‑legroom options

2026-01-21T21:04:48.485833-08:00

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Rossiya Airlines refiles $11.2M lawsuit against Yakovlev unit

2026-01-21T22:29:09.843868-08:00

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Malaysia Aviation Group names Bryan Foong as airline CEO and Low Wen Long as Strategy Chief amid leadership reset

2026-01-21T19:33:26.501190-08:00

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Lebanon's Central Bank says MEA is not for sale Lebanon's Central Bank has publicly denied that national carrier Middle East Airlines (MEA) is up for sale, rejecting market speculation about privatization or ownership transfer. The Central Bank's clarification removes uncertainty about MEA's ownership and short-circuits sale speculation affecting restructuring and potential partnerships for the Beirut-based carrier.

2026-01-21T23:53:32.499514-08:00

Lebanon's Central Bank says MEA is not for sale

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Investigation: maintenance assembly error in PW1127GA-JM caused IndiGo A320neo engine failure Investigators concluded a maintenance assembly error during a shop visit caused extensive internal damage to a Pratt & Whitney PW1127GA-JM engine on an IndiGo A320neo, forcing the aircraft to return to Amritsar in February 2023. The finding attributes the in‑flight engine failure to human error during post‑maintenance assembly.

2026-01-21T23:32:40.859023-08:00

Investigation: maintenance assembly error in PW1127GA-JM caused IndiGo A320neo engine failure

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Rossiya Airlines refiles $11.2M lawsuit against Yakovlev unit Rossiya Airlines has refiled an $11.2 million lawsuit against a Yakovlev unit, reopening legal action between the carrier and the aircraft-related entity. The report provided no further detail on the suit's specific claims, contractual basis or the court timetable for the refiling.

2026-01-21T22:29:09.843868-08:00

Rossiya Airlines refiles $11.2M lawsuit against Yakovlev unit

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Southwest completes 737-700 reconfiguration ahead of Jan. 27 launch of assigned seating and extra‑legroom options Southwest Airlines has finished cabin modifications across its Boeing 737‑700 fleet, removing one row of seats from each aircraft ahead of the Jan. 27 launch of assigned seating and a paid extra‑legroom product. The work prepares the carrier to implement seat assignments and new ancillary options.

2026-01-21T21:04:48.485833-08:00

Southwest completes 737-700 reconfiguration ahead of Jan. 27 launch of assigned seating and extra‑legroom options

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Vietnam Airlines to launch dedicated freighter operations in 2026 Vietnam Airlines will launch dedicated freighter operations in 2026, expanding its cargo capacity across Southeast Asia. The carrier's move establishes a scheduled freighter arm to complement its passenger network and regional logistics capabilities.

2026-01-21T20:16:52.660652-08:00

Vietnam Airlines to launch dedicated freighter operations in 2026

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Akasa's Apple Pay move highlights payment friction as a competitive battleground for Indian travel firms Akasa Air's decision to accept Apple Pay underscores a broader trend among Indian travel companies: reducing payment friction to win and retain global customers. Seamless, familiar digital-wallet options are increasingly seen as a competitive differentiator for bookings, conversions and ancillary sales.

2026-01-21T20:16:12.532206-08:00

Akasa's Apple Pay move highlights payment friction as a competitive battleground for Indian travel firms

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Malaysia Aviation Group names Bryan Foong as airline CEO and Low Wen Long as Strategy Chief amid leadership reset Malaysia Aviation Group has appointed Bryan Foong as CEO of its airline unit and Low Wen Long as group strategy chief, both reporting to incoming president and CEO Nasaruddin Bakar. The reshuffle, announced days before Nasaruddin takes the helm, accompanies MAG’s move from recovery to a planned expansion phase.

2026-01-21T19:33:26.501190-08:00

Malaysia Aviation Group names Bryan Foong as airline CEO and Low Wen Long as Strategy Chief amid leadership reset

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Capital A wins High Court approval to cut MYR5.5bn in share capital to enable restructuring The High Court of Malaya has approved Capital A’s proposed reduction of share capital by MYR5.5 billion (USD1.4 billion), the company said. The ruling clears a legal step the group says is necessary to enable a planned corporate restructuring and balance-sheet reorganisation.

2026-01-21T17:35:24.304882-08:00

Capital A wins High Court approval to cut MYR5.5bn in share capital to enable restructuring

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Investigation: maintenance assembly error in PW1127GA-JM caused IndiGo A320neo engine failure

Southwest completes 737-700 reconfiguration ahead of Jan. 27 launch of assigned seating and extra‑legroom options

Rossiya Airlines refiles $11.2M lawsuit against Yakovlev unit

Malaysia Aviation Group names Bryan Foong as airline CEO and Low Wen Long as Strategy Chief amid leadership reset

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