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Virgin Atlantic chief Koster has criticized Heathrow’s plan to move Delta operations to Terminal 4, which would split the carriers’ co-location. The joint-venture partners are exploring “multiple options” to reverse the plan as Heathrow reviews terminal occupancy.
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Virgin Atlantic chief Koster has criticized Heathrow’s plan to move Delta operations to Terminal 4, which would split the carriers’ co-location. The joint-venture partners are exploring “multiple options” to reverse the plan as Heathrow reviews terminal occupancy.
The head of the company managing the UK’s air traffic control system apologized for two September glitches that led airlines to cancel about 2,200 flights and delay dozens more. The company said the issues have been fixed.
US-Bangla Airlines plans to invest $22 million in ground handling, according to ch-aviation. The available report does not specify the investment’s timing, facilities or operational scope, leaving open how the spending will affect the airline’s service capacity or the ground-handling market.
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is upgrading its terminal and adding a VVIP terminal as it prepares for traffic associated with Wynn’s UAE casino resort. The resort’s opening has been pushed to September 2027, while the airport is still waiting on airlines to serve the expected demand.
Espiritu Santo, an island in Vanuatu, has temporarily barred larger aircraft, according to the article. The available report does not specify which aircraft are affected, the reason for the restriction or how long it will remain in force.
The Philippines’ Department of Tourism is seeking to reverse restrictions on turboprop operations at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila. The department says relocating those flights to other airports has increased travel costs and inconvenience, and is pressing for their return.
Vietnam is seeking more time to complete works at Long Thanh airport, according to a report available only to subscribers. The available article summary provides no details on the requested extension, affected construction milestones or the project’s schedule and cost implications.
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