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• Allison Lampert, David Shepardson
A report summary seen by Reuters says Lebanon’s main airport lacks valid certification from the United Nations aviation agency. The finding creates a regulatory obstacle to US President Donald Trump’s move to revive direct flights between the United States and Beirut.
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A report summary seen by Reuters says Lebanon’s main airport lacks valid certification from the United Nations aviation agency. The finding creates a regulatory obstacle to US President Donald Trump’s move to revive direct flights between the United States and Beirut.
Key Lime Air has signed a new lease in Denver following a dispute, according to ch-aviation. The available report does not specify the leased property, the terms of the agreement or how the dispute was resolved, limiting what can be concluded about the deal’s operational or financial impact.
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Satellite imagery reportedly shows Russia nearly completing a large drone launch base in about six weeks, with drones capable of speeds up to 600 km/h. Separate reports describe Ukrainian attacks that may have damaged or destroyed six Su-34s and three other Russian aircraft losses, while Belgium says it will deliver 10 F-16s to Ukraine this year.
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An overnight failure in the data transmission network supporting air traffic control across Italy forced ENAV to halve aircraft capacity in its airspace. A satellite backup network raised capacity from 50% to 75% by midday, but disruptions included cancellations at Rome Fiumicino and delays of up to four hours at Lamezia Terme; ENAV ruled out a cyberattack.
Scheduled air service has resumed at Gulmi in Nepal after a four-month suspension. The available report provides no further details on the carrier, routes or frequency.
Lufthansa has told crews to carry extra fuel into Frankfurt as jet-fuel supply tightens at the German hub. Switzerland is releasing fuel reserves to avert a shortage at Zurich Airport, highlighting supply pressure at two major European airports and the operational measures being taken to keep flights fueled.
FlyUSA has opened a 50,000-square-foot hangar and lounge at Tampa International Airport reserved for aircraft owners. The company says fleet growth and demand for additional capacity to accommodate larger business jets prompted the facility’s development.
The UK transport secretary argues that expanding Heathrow and meeting climate goals are compatible, as the government weighs sustainability against economic growth. An opposition party warns that delays to the project could deter international investors.
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