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JetBlue pilot reports drone strike on approach/landing at JFK; FAA launches investigation

A JetBlue flight on final approach to New York’s JFK reported hitting a suspected drone on June 29. The FAA said it has launched an investigation after the pilot report; subsequent checks found no damage to the aircraft. The incident followed a reported drone encounter by a United crew arriving at Newark.

2026-06-29T09:40:08.076899-07:00

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United to add year-round nonstop Houston and Washington–Cartagena service

2026-06-29T11:27:04.896178-07:00

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Lufthansa Technik breaks ground on 55,000m² MRO hub near Porto, Portugal, targeting 2028 operations

2026-06-29T07:11:19.889145-07:00

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Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations

2026-06-29T10:40:09.474083-07:00

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Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth Bangkok Airways will invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) to take part in a capital increase at associate U-Tapao International Aviation Co., Ltd. The funding underscores the airline’s direct stake in expanding capacity and capabilities at Thailand’s U-Tapao airport hub.

2026-06-29T23:28:39.844931-07:00

Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth

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United to add year-round nonstop Houston and Washington–Cartagena service United Airlines will begin year-round nonstop flights from Houston (IAH) and Washington Dulles (IAD) to Cartagena, Colombia (CTG) starting Dec. 17, operating four weekly frequencies on Boeing 737 aircraft. The new route makes Cartagena United’s third Colombian destination and expands nonstop connectivity from two key U.S. hubs.

2026-06-29T11:27:04.896178-07:00

United to add year-round nonstop Houston and Washington–Cartagena service

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Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has awarded air operator certificates (AOCs) to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services, authorizing both to start non-scheduled commercial flight operations in the country. The approvals mark the NCAA’s expansion of licensed operators for ad-hoc service.

2026-06-29T10:40:09.474083-07:00

Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations

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JetBlue pilot reports drone strike on approach/landing at JFK; FAA launches investigation A JetBlue flight on final approach to New York’s JFK reported hitting a suspected drone on June 29. The FAA said it has launched an investigation after the pilot report; subsequent checks found no damage to the aircraft. The incident followed a reported drone encounter by a United crew arriving at Newark.

2026-06-29T09:40:08.076899-07:00

JetBlue pilot reports drone strike on approach/landing at JFK; FAA launches investigation

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Lufthansa Technik breaks ground on 55,000m² MRO hub near Porto, Portugal, targeting 2028 operations Lufthansa Technik has started construction of a new 55,000-square-metre aircraft maintenance and engine-parts repair facility in Santa Maria da Feira, south of Porto. The three-digit million-euro investment is expected to create up to 700 jobs and bring the site online in 2028, expanding Lufthansa Group’s industrial footprint as its TAP Air Portugal bid continues.

2026-06-29T07:11:19.889145-07:00

Lufthansa Technik breaks ground on 55,000m² MRO hub near Porto, Portugal, targeting 2028 operations

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Qantas to expand Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) capacity for summer peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zealand Qantas will increase Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) services to 11 flights per week during the December–March peak, running from December 2 through March 27, 2027. The airline is also adding more than 45,000 seats across its Tasman network, lifting capacity to Japan and New Zealand to match growing travel demand.

2026-06-29T06:55:35.219583-07:00

Qantas to expand Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) capacity for summer peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zealand

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Vietjet seeks Australian regulatory approval to launch a domestic airline operation, challenging the Qantas–Virgin Australia duo Vietnamese low-cost carrier Vietjet is seeking regulatory approval to establish an Australian airline and operate domestic services. If approved, it would be the first international carrier to enter Australia’s domestic market in more than a decade, directly challenging the Qantas and Virgin Australia incumbents.

2026-06-29T05:41:57.880586-07:00

Vietjet seeks Australian regulatory approval to launch a domestic airline operation, challenging the Qantas–Virgin Australia duo

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Tanzania plans to open three airports by end-3Q26 after government development projects Passenger operations are expected to begin at three Tanzanian airports by September 2026, following completion of government development projects launched at the start of the decade. The timeline points to a coordinated ramp-up of new airport capacity ahead of the 2026 operating season.

2026-06-29T04:55:25.142312-07:00

Tanzania plans to open three airports by end-3Q26 after government development projects

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JetBlue pilot reports drone strike on approach/landing at JFK; FAA launches investigation

United to add year-round nonstop Houston and Washington–Cartagena service

Lufthansa Technik breaks ground on 55,000m² MRO hub near Porto, Portugal, targeting 2028 operations

Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority awards AOCs to Fly-Pyatic and Rocket Aviation Services for non-scheduled operations

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