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Drone strike reported on JetBlue A321 final approach into New York JFK, ATC recordings cited

Air traffic control recordings indicate a JetBlue Airbus A321 on final approach to New York JFK on Monday was struck by a drone, with up to 159 passengers onboard. The reported impact narrowly missed the cockpit windscreen, avoiding a direct penetration into the flight deck.

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

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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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Qantas to lift Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) frequency to 11 weekly for Dec–Mar peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zeala

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

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IATA: Global air cargo demand up 6% Y/Y in May 2026 as capacity lags

2026-06-29T02:40:18.050748-07:00

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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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Drone strike reported on JetBlue A321 final approach into New York JFK, ATC recordings cited Air traffic control recordings indicate a JetBlue Airbus A321 on final approach to New York JFK on Monday was struck by a drone, with up to 159 passengers onboard. The reported impact narrowly missed the cockpit windscreen, avoiding a direct penetration into the flight deck.

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

Drone strike reported on JetBlue A321 final approach into New York JFK, ATC recordings cited

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Qantas to lift Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) frequency to 11 weekly for Dec–Mar peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zeala Qantas will increase Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) services to 11 flights per week during the summer travel period from December to March, with additional capacity on Tasman routes. The airline’s schedule expansion is expected to add more than 45,000 seats to Japan and New Zealand itineraries at peak demand.

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

Qantas to lift Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) frequency to 11 weekly for Dec–Mar peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zeala

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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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IATA: Global air cargo demand up 6% Y/Y in May 2026 as capacity lags IATA reported May 2026 global air cargo demand rose 6.0% year-on-year, with international volumes up 6.5% and capacity growing 1.9%, lifting load factors. Growth was broad by region except the Middle East, while transpacific demand improvements supported stronger volumes.

2026-06-29T02:40:18.050748-07:00

IATA: Global air cargo demand up 6% Y/Y in May 2026 as capacity lags

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Neo Space Group activates line-fit in-flight connectivity on Saudia’s A321XLR Neo Space Group (NSG) says it has activated its line-fit in-flight connectivity on board Saudia’s Airbus A321XLR aircraft. The activation marks an installed, carrier-ready deployment of NSG connectivity intended to support in-flight connectivity services on the A321XLR fleet.

2026-06-29T02:27:45.958484-07:00

Neo Space Group activates line-fit in-flight connectivity on Saudia’s A321XLR

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Airbus weighs A220-500 stretch while updating Lufthansa’s A220 support plan Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury says the company sees demand for a stretched A220 (often discussed as an A220-500 offering up to 185 seats), but Airbus has not reached the point to launch the program. Separately, Airbus and Lufthansa Group signed a deal to support the airline group’s A220 fleet with spares, as Airbus also studies cabin changes to broaden appeal—particularly in markets where A220 sales lag, including China.

2026-06-29T00:19:04.462765-07:00

Airbus weighs A220-500 stretch while updating Lufthansa’s A220 support plan

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Drone strike reported on JetBlue A321 final approach into New York JFK, ATC recordings cited

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

Qantas to lift Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) frequency to 11 weekly for Dec–Mar peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zeala

IATA: Global air cargo demand up 6% Y/Y in May 2026 as capacity lags

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