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India approves $3bn package to expand UDAN regional air connectivity scheme

India approved a $3 billion package to expand the UDAN regional air connectivity scheme, committing capital to boost flights and links to smaller cities and airports. The move accelerates New Delhi's efforts to broaden domestic connectivity and strengthen regional airport infrastructure, though implementation details remain limited.

2026-03-31T21:50:41.847354-07:00

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FAA bans side-by-side parallel approaches at SFO, cuts arrivals by about a third during runway repaving

2026-03-31T09:18:41.689559-07:00

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Atlantic Aviation expected to be sold again, five years after last transaction

2026-03-31T11:11:25.174714-07:00

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Virgin Atlantic abruptly ends London–Riyadh service after one year; aircraft to be redeployed

2026-03-31T07:58:46.773248-07:00

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India approves $3bn package to expand UDAN regional air connectivity scheme India approved a $3 billion package to expand the UDAN regional air connectivity scheme, committing capital to boost flights and links to smaller cities and airports. The move accelerates New Delhi's efforts to broaden domestic connectivity and strengthen regional airport infrastructure, though implementation details remain limited.

2026-03-31T21:50:41.847354-07:00

India approves $3bn package to expand UDAN regional air connectivity scheme

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Yakutia Airlines' airport debt persists despite settlement efforts Yakutia Airlines continues to carry outstanding airport debts despite attempts to negotiate settlements with airport partners. The unresolved obligations remain in place and have not been eliminated through recent settlement efforts, prolonging financial uncertainty around the carrier's relationships with airport operators.

2026-03-31T18:55:21.758144-07:00

Yakutia Airlines' airport debt persists despite settlement efforts

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Atlantic Aviation expected to be sold again, five years after last transaction Atlantic Aviation, one of the largest U.S. fixed‑base operator chains, is expected to be sold again — just five years after its previous transaction. The pending sale underscores unusually rapid ownership turnover for a leading FBO network and will attract attention from operators, airport partners and aviation investors.

2026-03-31T11:11:25.174714-07:00

Atlantic Aviation expected to be sold again, five years after last transaction

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NTSB: ASDE‑X failed to alert before LaGuardia CRJ collision after ARFF truck lacked transponder

2026-03-31T10:55:23.148013-07:00

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FAA bans side-by-side parallel approaches at SFO, cuts arrivals by about a third during runway repaving The FAA has barred side-by-side parallel approaches at San Francisco International Airport and cut arrivals by roughly one-third while runway repaving is underway. The combined safety restriction and construction-driven capacity cap is expected to cause major delays and significant schedule disruption for carriers serving SFO.

2026-03-31T09:18:41.689559-07:00

FAA bans side-by-side parallel approaches at SFO, cuts arrivals by about a third during runway repaving

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Stop the Rush: Avoiding 'Hangar Rash' through safer taxiing and parking Safe taxiing and disciplined parking are the primary defenses against 'hangar rash' — the costly minor collisions, scrapes and FOD incidents that occur on ramps and near hangars. Better ramp discipline and vigilance cut repair bills, reduce aircraft downtime and limit safety risks.

2026-03-31T08:15:15.496124-07:00

Stop the Rush: Avoiding 'Hangar Rash' through safer taxiing and parking

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Virgin Atlantic abruptly ends London–Riyadh service after one year; aircraft to be redeployed Virgin Atlantic has permanently cancelled its London Heathrow–Riyadh route less than a year after launch, attributing the decision to Middle East unrest, Heathrow congestion and soft demand. The carrier will redeploy the aircraft as new CEO Corneel Koster reshapes the long‑haul network.

2026-03-31T07:58:46.773248-07:00

Virgin Atlantic abruptly ends London–Riyadh service after one year; aircraft to be redeployed

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gategroup to acquire 75% of KLM Catering Services, plans new Schiphol facility gategroup will buy a 75% stake in KLM Catering Services, forming a long‑term strategic partnership while KLM retains 25% and focuses on core airline operations. The deal includes a planned new Amsterdam Schiphol catering facility to expand capacity and modernize in‑flight service supply.

2026-03-31T02:30:21.423393-07:00

gategroup to acquire 75% of KLM Catering Services, plans new Schiphol facility

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India approves $3bn package to expand UDAN regional air connectivity scheme

FAA bans side-by-side parallel approaches at SFO, cuts arrivals by about a third during runway repaving

Atlantic Aviation expected to be sold again, five years after last transaction

Virgin Atlantic abruptly ends London–Riyadh service after one year; aircraft to be redeployed

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