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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

On 5 February an SAS Airbus A320neo (SE-ROM) initiated a takeoff roll from taxiway V1 rather than the assigned runway at Brussels Airport, reaching roughly 120 mph before the takeoff was aborted. All 165 passengers were unharmed and Belgian authorities have opened a safety investigation.

2026-02-05T16:38:12.712710-08:00

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Poland suspends — then reopens — Rzeszów and Lublin airports after NATO jets scrambled amid Russian strikes on Ukraine

2026-02-07T01:03:39.423857-08:00

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Air India opens flagship 'Maharaja Lounge' at Delhi T3 as centerpiece of premium relaunch

2026-02-06T04:38:27.972778-08:00

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Freezing rain and black ice shut BER for a second day, stranding passengers and prompting fatal-accident reports

2026-02-06T04:33:18.256611-08:00

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Poland suspends — then reopens — Rzeszów and Lublin airports after NATO jets scrambled amid Russian strikes on Ukraine Poland temporarily halted commercial operations at Rzeszów and Lublin after large-scale Russian strikes on Ukraine prompted NATO and Polish military aircraft to operate in Polish airspace. Authorities restricted flights to keep runways and airspace clear for military sorties; both airports reopened once missions concluded.

2026-02-07T01:03:39.423857-08:00

Poland suspends — then reopens — Rzeszów and Lublin airports after NATO jets scrambled amid Russian strikes on Ukraine

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Tampa approves $1.528B Airside D design — 16 gates, opens 2029 Tampa International Airport has approved the final design for Airside D, a $1.528 billion, 16‑gate satellite terminal scheduled to open in 2029. The project — TPA's first new airside in nearly 20 years — emphasizes passenger amenities including a children's play area, a quiet room, more power outlets and greenery.

2026-02-06T07:03:04.652246-08:00

Tampa approves $1.528B Airside D design — 16 gates, opens 2029

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Air India opens flagship 'Maharaja Lounge' at Delhi T3 as centerpiece of premium relaunch Air India opened its first flagship Maharaja Lounge at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 3 — a premium space for Business and First passengers, elite members and eligible Star Alliance travellers — opening Feb. 16. The lounge, blending Indian heritage with contemporary design, underscores the carrier’s broader product refresh alongside new 787‑9 deliveries.

2026-02-06T04:38:27.972778-08:00

Air India opens flagship 'Maharaja Lounge' at Delhi T3 as centerpiece of premium relaunch

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Freezing rain and black ice shut BER for a second day, stranding passengers and prompting fatal-accident reports Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) suspended all takeoffs and landings for a second consecutive day after persistent freezing rain and black ice left runways mirror-smooth despite overnight application of de-icing agents; operations remain halted, passengers stranded, and fatal accidents have been reported, reopening time unknown.

2026-02-06T04:33:18.256611-08:00

Freezing rain and black ice shut BER for a second day, stranding passengers and prompting fatal-accident reports

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Luanda’s AIAAN nears full international operations as last carrier move set for 1 March 2026 Luanda’s new Dr António Agostinho Neto International Airport (AIAAN) is now handling almost all international services, with the final airline transfer to the facility scheduled for 1 March 2026. The changecentralises the city’s international traffic at AIAAN as carriers complete relocation.

2026-02-06T01:13:01.655972-08:00

Luanda’s AIAAN nears full international operations as last carrier move set for 1 March 2026

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Gama Aviation opens 80,000 m² purpose-built Business Aviation Centre (FBO) at Sharjah International Airport Gama Aviation has opened a purpose-built, 80,000-square-metre Business Aviation Centre and fixed-base operator at Sharjah International Airport (northeast of Dubai), expanding the UK-based company's Middle East operations and ground-services capacity for business and private aviation traffic.

2026-02-05T23:54:30.909308-08:00

Gama Aviation opens 80,000 m² purpose-built Business Aviation Centre (FBO) at Sharjah International Airport

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Australia earmarks AUD5m (US$3.5m) fund for airports hit by Rex voluntary administration The Australian government has set aside AUD5 million (about US$3.5 million) to compensate regional and remote airports that were affected by the voluntary administration of Regional Express (Rex). Creditors of Rex, including affected airports, are eligible to claim from the fund as administrators manage the airline's affairs.

2026-02-05T19:34:23.773186-08:00

Australia earmarks AUD5m (US$3.5m) fund for airports hit by Rex voluntary administration

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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened On 5 February an SAS Airbus A320neo (SE-ROM) initiated a takeoff roll from taxiway V1 rather than the assigned runway at Brussels Airport, reaching roughly 120 mph before the takeoff was aborted. All 165 passengers were unharmed and Belgian authorities have opened a safety investigation.

2026-02-05T16:38:12.712710-08:00

SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

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SAS A320neo begins takeoff roll from taxiway V1 at Brussels Airport; Belgian probe opened

Poland suspends — then reopens — Rzeszów and Lublin airports after NATO jets scrambled amid Russian strikes on Ukraine

Air India opens flagship 'Maharaja Lounge' at Delhi T3 as centerpiece of premium relaunch

Freezing rain and black ice shut BER for a second day, stranding passengers and prompting fatal-accident reports

News Timeline