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New York Times • Christine Chung, Niraj Chokshi

Trump administration’s last-minute decisions disrupt U.S. aviation operations

Last-minute directives and abrupt policy changes from the Trump administration have sown confusion across an already strained U.S. aviation system, disrupting airline schedules, airport operations and air-traffic management. Carriers and regulators are scrambling to interpret shifting guidance amid persistent staffing and funding pressures.

2026-02-12T11:16:38.060208-08:00

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Signature Aviation launches Signature Vision portal for direct FBO reservations

2026-02-12T10:45:36.966141-08:00

Reuters

Russia to repatriate tourists from Cuba and suspend flights as Cuban jet‑fuel shortage bites

2026-02-12T05:49:13.439055-08:00

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Saudi Arabia should become the world’s most event-friendly country

2026-02-12T04:54:39.209324-08:00

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Trump administration’s last-minute decisions disrupt U.S. aviation operations Last-minute directives and abrupt policy changes from the Trump administration have sown confusion across an already strained U.S. aviation system, disrupting airline schedules, airport operations and air-traffic management. Carriers and regulators are scrambling to interpret shifting guidance amid persistent staffing and funding pressures.

2026-02-12T11:16:38.060208-08:00

Trump administration’s last-minute decisions disrupt U.S. aviation operations

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US DOT opens EAS tenders for communities in Maine, Colorado and Alaska The US Department of Transportation has issued tenders seeking carriers to bid on new Essential Air Service contracts serving communities in Maine, Colorado and Alaska. The moves open competitive procurement for small‑community routes and will determine which carriers provide those services.

2026-02-12T11:05:17.812273-08:00

US DOT opens EAS tenders for communities in Maine, Colorado and Alaska

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Signature Aviation launches Signature Vision portal for direct FBO reservations Signature Aviation launched Signature Vision, a digital portal that enables direct FBO reservations, real-time service updates and customized pricing views across its global network. The tool centralizes bookings and customer-facing operations to streamline ground handling, improve transparency and accelerate transaction times for business aviation customers.

2026-02-12T10:45:36.966141-08:00

Signature Aviation launches Signature Vision portal for direct FBO reservations

Reuters

Russia to repatriate tourists from Cuba and suspend flights as Cuban jet‑fuel shortage bites Rosaviatsiya said Russia will fly tourists out of Cuba in the coming days and then suspend all flights until the island's jet‑fuel situation stabilizes. Major carriers including Rossiya are operating outbound repatriation services only as Moscow describes the crisis as ‘critical.’

2026-02-12T05:49:13.439055-08:00

Russia to repatriate tourists from Cuba and suspend flights as Cuban jet‑fuel shortage bites

Skift

Saudi Arabia should become the world’s most event-friendly country Saudi Arabia shouldn’t try to copy Dubai’s model; the smarter pivot is to become the world’s most event‑friendly country. Prioritizing events, visas, venues and transport would concentrate international visitors, reshape air travel demand and force investment in airports and hospitality infrastructure nationwide.

2026-02-12T04:54:39.209324-08:00

Saudi Arabia should become the world’s most event-friendly country

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Indonesia tests F‑16 and A‑29 Super Tucano operations from toll roads to create dispersed emergency runways Indonesia has begun validating a plan to convert sections of toll roads into emergency runways, successfully landing F‑16s and A‑29 Super Tucanos in a first demonstration. The Indonesian Air Force says the highway operations are part of a dispersal strategy to create mobile, carrier‑like basing across the archipelago.

2026-02-11T21:24:10.989219-08:00

Indonesia tests F‑16 and A‑29 Super Tucano operations from toll roads to create dispersed emergency runways

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Dublin Airport passenger cap set to end as Cabinet approves new bill Ireland’s cabinet has approved legislation to remove the long‑standing passenger cap at Dublin Airport, beginning the legal process to lift capacity limits that have constrained growth and route access. The move removes a major policy barrier shaping airport and airline planning.

2026-02-11T14:55:00.652935-08:00

Dublin Airport passenger cap set to end as Cabinet approves new bill

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Unexplained FAA NOTAMs Disrupt Flights in Texas and New Mexico as Purpose Remains Unclear A series of unexplained FAA NOTAMs temporarily disrupted commercial flights across parts of Texas and New Mexico and have prompted agency and industry inquiries. Regulators say the NOTAMs' purpose is under investigation, but officials have provided no public explanation, leaving carriers and airports scrambling for operational guidance.

2026-02-11T10:44:14.468384-08:00

Unexplained FAA NOTAMs Disrupt Flights in Texas and New Mexico as Purpose Remains Unclear

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Trump administration’s last-minute decisions disrupt U.S. aviation operations

Signature Aviation launches Signature Vision portal for direct FBO reservations

Russia to repatriate tourists from Cuba and suspend flights as Cuban jet‑fuel shortage bites

Saudi Arabia should become the world’s most event-friendly country

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