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JFK Terminal One and CBP launch Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) biometric initiative

JFK's new Terminal One and U.S. Customs and Border Protection have launched Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP), a next‑generation biometric initiative. EPP deploys CBP‑integrated biometric identity checks aimed at modernizing passenger processing across the terminal's international arrival and departure flows and reducing friction at border control.

2026-02-11T07:56:24.746095-08:00

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FAA’s unexplained 10‑day El Paso airspace closure — tied to cartel drones, then abruptly lifted

2026-02-11T01:50:22.507263-08:00

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St Helena airport downgraded over fire-safety concerns, commercial flights suspended

2026-02-11T03:33:13.693017-08:00

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SkyGrid and Port San Antonio partner to integrate UTM, develop CONOPS and vertiports for AAM at Tech Port

2026-02-10T07:54:37.618338-08:00

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JFK Terminal One and CBP launch Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) biometric initiative JFK's new Terminal One and U.S. Customs and Border Protection have launched Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP), a next‑generation biometric initiative. EPP deploys CBP‑integrated biometric identity checks aimed at modernizing passenger processing across the terminal's international arrival and departure flows and reducing friction at border control.

2026-02-11T07:56:24.746095-08:00

JFK Terminal One and CBP launch Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) biometric initiative

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EgyptAir to provide MRO, training and aviation infrastructure support to Equatorial Guinea EgyptAir will provide maintenance, training and aviation infrastructure support to Equatorial Guinea, offering MRO services, workforce development and airport/technical assistance as part of Cairo's state-owned carrier outreach. The agreement aims to establish in-country sustainment capability and improve operational resilience for Equatorial Guinea's nascent civil fleet.

2026-02-11T06:25:17.691202-08:00

EgyptAir to provide MRO, training and aviation infrastructure support to Equatorial Guinea

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St Helena airport downgraded over fire-safety concerns, commercial flights suspended St Helena’s only airport was downgraded by the aviation regulator over fire-safety deficiencies, prompting suspension of all scheduled commercial flights and Airlink’s halt of regular services. A temporary Category 4 clearance allows small-aircraft movements for medevac, spare parts and technical personnel while scheduled traffic remains suspended.

2026-02-11T03:33:13.693017-08:00

St Helena airport downgraded over fire-safety concerns, commercial flights suspended

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FAA’s unexplained 10‑day El Paso airspace closure — tied to cartel drones, then abruptly lifted The FAA imposed a 10‑day airspace restriction that grounded all flights at El Paso International Airport for “special security reasons,” then abruptly reopened the airspace after a reversal. The Trump administration linked the closure to Mexican cartel drone activity, but officials gave no public explanation.

2026-02-11T01:50:22.507263-08:00

FAA’s unexplained 10‑day El Paso airspace closure — tied to cartel drones, then abruptly lifted

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Sheremetyevo operator to buy Domodedovo; vows profitability as runway found non-compliant The operator of Moscow Sheremetyevo — via subsidiary Perspektiva and partner PSB — signed an agreement to acquire Domodedovo, auctioned 29 January after a government takeover. Sheremetyevo's CEO says Domodedovo's new runway was built in violation of standards and may need costly reconstruction.

2026-02-10T23:33:27.910331-08:00

Sheremetyevo operator to buy Domodedovo; vows profitability as runway found non-compliant

Reuters

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AirAsia X establishes Bahrain hub, launches daily Kuala Lumpur–London Gatwick service AirAsia X has chosen Bahrain as its first hub outside Asia and launched a new daily Kuala Lumpur–London Gatwick service via Manama, part of a strategy to rebuild long‑haul connectivity into Europe and Africa. The move follows a November 2025 MoU with Bahrain and starts mid‑2026.

2026-02-10T21:13:33.377945-08:00

AirAsia X establishes Bahrain hub, launches daily Kuala Lumpur–London Gatwick service

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Dubai International posts record 95.2 million passengers in 2025, records highest annual international traffic Dubai International Airport (DXB) handled a record 95.2 million passengers in 2025 — a 3.1% year‑on‑year rise — marking the busiest year in its history and the highest annual international traffic recorded by any airport. India and London were DXB’s largest markets; officials project 2026 volumes near 100 million.

2026-02-10T20:18:38.777744-08:00

Dubai International posts record 95.2 million passengers in 2025, records highest annual international traffic

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Stansted readies for half-term surge — 800,000 passengers expected in 10 days London Stansted is preparing for its busiest period to date, expecting more than 800,000 passengers to pass through its terminals over the next 10 days as families travel for half-term winter sun and ski breaks. The airport warns of concentrated peak-day volumes and heightened pressure on terminal and ground operations.

2026-02-10T15:56:07.241749-08:00

Stansted readies for half-term surge — 800,000 passengers expected in 10 days

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JFK Terminal One and CBP launch Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) biometric initiative

FAA’s unexplained 10‑day El Paso airspace closure — tied to cartel drones, then abruptly lifted

St Helena airport downgraded over fire-safety concerns, commercial flights suspended

SkyGrid and Port San Antonio partner to integrate UTM, develop CONOPS and vertiports for AAM at Tech Port

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