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FAA formalises permanent helicopter and powered‑lift restrictions around Reagan National (DCA)

The FAA has formalised permanent restrictions banning most helicopter and powered‑lift operations in key arrival and departure corridors around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, exempting only essential flights, Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced. The move follows temporary measures put in place after the Potomac midair collision that killed 67.

2026-01-23T04:00:36.628024-08:00

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Heathrow completes CT scanner rollout, ends 100ml liquids and laptop-removal rules

2026-01-23T03:59:55.533638-08:00

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Russia won’t compensate airlines for airport closures caused by drones

2026-01-23T02:15:13.198037-08:00

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EgyptAir: A350 deliveries and Cairo’s new terminal are transforming the carrier

2026-01-22T20:19:17.473805-08:00

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Saudi Arabia reports 122 million visitors in 2025, up 5% — implications for aviation demand Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism said the kingdom received 122 million domestic and international visitors in 2025, a 5% year‑on‑year increase. The rise signals stronger travel flows that will affect airline capacity, airport throughput and infrastructure planning across the country.

2026-01-23T08:14:17.033780-08:00

Saudi Arabia reports 122 million visitors in 2025, up 5% — implications for aviation demand

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FAA formalises permanent helicopter and powered‑lift restrictions around Reagan National (DCA) The FAA has formalised permanent restrictions banning most helicopter and powered‑lift operations in key arrival and departure corridors around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, exempting only essential flights, Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced. The move follows temporary measures put in place after the Potomac midair collision that killed 67.

2026-01-23T04:00:36.628024-08:00

FAA formalises permanent helicopter and powered‑lift restrictions around Reagan National (DCA)

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Heathrow completes CT scanner rollout, ends 100ml liquids and laptop-removal rules Heathrow has finished a full rollout of computed tomography (CT) security scanners across all terminals, abolishing the 100ml liquids limit and the need to remove laptops from carry-on. The change—enabled by a c.£1bn upgrade—allows liquids up to two litres, speeds throughput and cuts single-use plastic.

2026-01-23T03:59:55.533638-08:00

Heathrow completes CT scanner rollout, ends 100ml liquids and laptop-removal rules

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Russia won’t compensate airlines for airport closures caused by drones The Russian government says it will not compensate airlines for financial or operational losses when airports are closed due to drone attacks. The decision leaves carriers responsible for costs stemming from cancellations, diversions and grounded flights after such disruptions.

2026-01-23T02:15:13.198037-08:00

Russia won’t compensate airlines for airport closures caused by drones

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EgyptAir: A350 deliveries and Cairo’s new terminal are transforming the carrier EgyptAir CEO Captain Ahmed Adel says the carrier’s incoming A350s and Cairo’s new terminal are transforming long‑haul capacity, passenger experience and network connectivity. He described the combined fleet and infrastructure upgrades as central to revitalising the national flag carrier and accelerating its modernization plans.

2026-01-22T20:19:17.473805-08:00

EgyptAir: A350 deliveries and Cairo’s new terminal are transforming the carrier

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FAA makes DCA helicopter and powered‑lift restrictions permanent after Potomac collision FAA to make temporary flight restrictions around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport permanent after last year’s Potomac midair collision. The rule codifies limits on helicopters and powered‑lift operations in the crowded DCA arrival/departure corridors to reduce collision risk.

2026-01-22T10:36:44.651402-08:00

FAA makes DCA helicopter and powered‑lift restrictions permanent after Potomac collision

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Liberia launches 2025–2045 Civil Aviation Master Plan (CAMP) to modernise sector Liberia's Civil Aviation Authority launched on 13 January 2026 a 20-year Civil Aviation Master Plan (CAMP) covering 2025–2045 designed to modernise and sustainably transform the national aviation sector. The plan sets a long-term strategic framework for infrastructure, regulatory reform and industry development.

2026-01-22T07:28:44.979300-08:00

Liberia launches 2025–2045 Civil Aviation Master Plan (CAMP) to modernise sector

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Munich opens Terminal 1 Pier on 13 April — €665m west‑apron expansion adds non‑Schengen gates and 6M ppa capacity Munich Airport opens its new Terminal 1 Pier on 13 April — a €665m west‑apron expansion adding non‑Schengen gates, premium lounges and modernised processing. The facility raises capacity by up to six million passengers a year and provides apron stands to handle 12 short/mid‑haul or six widebody aircraft simultaneously.

2026-01-22T06:38:00.066900-08:00

Munich opens Terminal 1 Pier on 13 April — €665m west‑apron expansion adds non‑Schengen gates and 6M ppa capacity

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FAA formalises permanent helicopter and powered‑lift restrictions around Reagan National (DCA)

Heathrow completes CT scanner rollout, ends 100ml liquids and laptop-removal rules

Russia won’t compensate airlines for airport closures caused by drones

EgyptAir: A350 deliveries and Cairo’s new terminal are transforming the carrier

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