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SpiceJet lessors seek DGCA deregistration of four Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft

Two Irish lessor entities tied to ICBC’s leasing arm have asked India’s DGCA to deregister four Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft leased to SpiceJet. The carriers have been grounded for a prolonged period due to engine issues, and the request is aimed at enabling repossession and eliminating ongoing lease rental costs amid unpaid payments.

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2026-07-13T23:25:29.400132-07:00

Bloomberg

China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand

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2026-07-13T20:45:46.873921-07:00

Bloomberg

Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs

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2026-07-13T19:15:38.959138-07:00

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easyJet agrees in principle to Apollo acquisition amid Apollo vs Castlelake bidding war

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2026-07-13T07:44:25.244311-07:00

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SpiceJet lessors seek DGCA deregistration of four Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft Two Irish lessor entities tied to ICBC’s leasing arm have asked India’s DGCA to deregister four Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft leased to SpiceJet. The carriers have been grounded for a prolonged period due to engine issues, and the request is aimed at enabling repossession and eliminating ongoing lease rental costs amid unpaid payments.

2026-07-13T23:25:29.400132-07:00

SpiceJet lessors seek DGCA deregistration of four Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft

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Jetstar Japan to trigger Qantas exit via shareholder buyback Jetstar Japan has moved to unwind Qantas’s involvement through a planned share buyback arrangement, setting up an exit for Qantas from its stake in the Japanese low-cost venture. The transaction reframes the ownership endgame for the Jetstar Japan structure.

2026-07-13T21:59:25.268463-07:00

Jetstar Japan to trigger Qantas exit via shareholder buyback

Bloomberg

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China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand Shares of China’s major airlines are underperforming Cathay Pacific by nearly 50 percentage points in 2026, as analysts project profits will remain under pressure. The outlook is tied to lackluster domestic travel demand, which is expected to weigh on earnings durability.

2026-07-13T20:45:46.873921-07:00

China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand

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India waives aircraft lease tax payments for local carriers India has waived aircraft lease tax payments for local airlines. The measure reduces the tax cost embedded in aircraft leasing for domestic operators, potentially improving near-term cash-flow and altering the economics of aircraft acquisition under lease structures.

2026-07-13T19:59:32.464245-07:00

India waives aircraft lease tax payments for local carriers

Bloomberg

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Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs Akasa Air is reportedly seeking to raise ₹10.5 billion ($110 million) via a mix of equity and debt, as the airline tries to manage cost pressures tied to the Iran war. The financing effort reflects funding needs for a young carrier navigating higher operating costs.

2026-07-13T19:15:38.959138-07:00

Akasa Air seeks up to ₹10.5 billion ($110M) as Iran war pressures costs

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Rutaca targets US charter market as Venezuela carrier explores new operating opportunities Rutaca is reported to be exploring US charter operations, signaling an effort to tap demand beyond its home market. The move points to a potential expansion of its commercial footprint through US-bound charter services, subject to regulatory and operational feasibility.

2026-07-13T11:52:15.905644-07:00

Rutaca targets US charter market as Venezuela carrier explores new operating opportunities

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US DOT reinstates Essential Air Service at Vernal, Utah; Contour to resume operations The U.S. Department of Transportation has reinstated Essential Air Service (EAS) at Vernal, Utah, enabling renewed scheduled air connectivity under Contour’s operations. The decision affects the community’s supported service level and the operator’s route continuity at the local airport.

2026-07-13T10:29:42.580882-07:00

US DOT reinstates Essential Air Service at Vernal, Utah; Contour to resume operations

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EASA appoints technical advisor to support investigation of Ryanair window incident EASA says it has appointed a technical advisor to investigate an incident on a Ryanair-operated flight in which a passenger was partially sucked through a dislodged window. The move underscores the agency’s role in coordinating technical expertise around cabin safety events.

2026-07-13T10:15:47.626957-07:00

EASA appoints technical advisor to support investigation of Ryanair window incident

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