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American Airlines restores nonstop Miami–Caracas link after seven-year pause; adds second daily flight from May 22

American Airlines launched the first direct U.S.–Venezuela passenger service in seven years, with Flight 3599 operating from Miami to Caracas. Demand is strong enough to support an added second daily frequency starting May 22, though travelers still face passport-related hurdles.

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daa posts robust 2025 results for Dublin and Cork, holding record passenger volumes amid cost inflation and a tough regulatory b

2026-04-30T15:26:30.880704-07:00

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Glasgow Airport security staff ballot for summer strike over pay dispute

2026-04-30T10:42:29.635533-07:00

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Slot restrictions tighten access for European business aviation

2026-04-30T07:10:50.078895-07:00

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daa posts robust 2025 results for Dublin and Cork, holding record passenger volumes amid cost inflation and a tough regulatory b Ireland’s daa reported strong 2025 performance across Dublin and Cork airports, with record passenger numbers despite rising costs and a challenging regulatory environment. The results underscore continued demand resilience while highlighting the earnings pressure facing airport operators as overheads and compliance burdens rise.

2026-04-30T15:26:30.880704-07:00

daa posts robust 2025 results for Dublin and Cork, holding record passenger volumes amid cost inflation and a tough regulatory b

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American Airlines restores nonstop Miami–Caracas link after seven-year pause; adds second daily flight from May 22 American Airlines launched the first direct U.S.–Venezuela passenger service in seven years, with Flight 3599 operating from Miami to Caracas. Demand is strong enough to support an added second daily frequency starting May 22, though travelers still face passport-related hurdles.

2026-04-30T12:59:29.893523-07:00

American Airlines restores nonstop Miami–Caracas link after seven-year pause; adds second daily flight from May 22

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Glasgow Airport security staff ballot for summer strike over pay dispute Glasgow Airport security staff are set to be balloted for strike action in an escalating pay dispute, raising the prospect of significant passenger processing disruption during the busy summer travel period. The timing could overlap with multiple high-profile international events, increasing the risk of knock-on itinerary delays.

2026-04-30T10:42:29.635533-07:00

Glasgow Airport security staff ballot for summer strike over pay dispute

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Slot restrictions tighten access for European business aviation New analysis highlights that securing proportionate and fair airport slot access in Europe remains a persistent challenge for business aviation operators. The cluster focuses on how slot rules and allocation constraints continue to limit operational flexibility and constrain growth for corporate flights across key European airports.

2026-04-30T07:10:50.078895-07:00

Slot restrictions tighten access for European business aviation

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Investigation: Russian “shadow airlines” reportedly use Algeria-based routes and commercial aircraft to move soldiers Investigations say Russian “shadow airlines” are using Algeria as a base for secretive missions as Moscow’s military-export business faces post-Ukraine pressure. Separately, reporting indicates Russia is transporting soldiers and military personnel on commercial passenger aircraft alongside civilians.

2026-04-30T04:41:46.834849-07:00

Investigation: Russian “shadow airlines” reportedly use Algeria-based routes and commercial aircraft to move soldiers

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Zanzibar seeks investor-backed new airline to enable direct international flights Zanzibar’s government says it is seeking to reduce visitor dependence on connecting itineraries, and is in talks with an investor to help launch a new airline focused on direct international services to the tourism hub.

2026-04-30T04:10:11.563358-07:00

Zanzibar seeks investor-backed new airline to enable direct international flights

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Changi Airport signs with SF Group for its first overseas logistics hub Singapore Changi Airport has signed an agreement with SF Group to establish its first overseas hub, positioning Singapore as a closer node for the Chinese logistics giant’s cross-border cargo network. The deal reinforces Changi’s role as a regional cargo gateway and connects SF Group’s expansion to a major APAC airlift platform.

2026-04-30T03:39:22.985765-07:00

Changi Airport signs with SF Group for its first overseas logistics hub

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Air India warns of need for freighters, cargo infrastructure

2026-04-29T20:08:50.444971-07:00

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American Airlines restores nonstop Miami–Caracas link after seven-year pause; adds second daily flight from May 22

daa posts robust 2025 results for Dublin and Cork, holding record passenger volumes amid cost inflation and a tough regulatory b

Glasgow Airport security staff ballot for summer strike over pay dispute

Slot restrictions tighten access for European business aviation

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