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Skift • Meghna Maharishi

American Airlines to resume nonstop Chicago O’Hare–Tokyo Narita flights from March 27, 2027 with daily Boeing 787-9 service

American Airlines will restart nonstop O’Hare–Tokyo Narita on March 27, 2027 after a seven-year hiatus, operating daily Boeing 787-9 flights. The move also expands American’s Chicago network with additional new routes, including the return of two domestic services to complement the renewed Japan link.

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2026-07-01T08:46:14.800309-07:00

Reuters

China grounds general aviation after fatal light-aircraft crash into Beijing’s CITIC Tower

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2026-06-30T23:45:34.612070-07:00

Reuters

Middle East conflict and high-tech cargo demand tighten capacity as rates rise on Taiwan–US lanes

12 Sources

2026-06-30T20:24:47.585016-07:00

Reuters

Oman Air launches Muscat–Singapore flights and plans North Asia expansion

2 Sources

2026-06-30T21:29:28.798872-07:00

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American Airlines to resume nonstop Chicago O’Hare–Tokyo Narita flights from March 27, 2027 with daily Boeing 787-9 service American Airlines will restart nonstop O’Hare–Tokyo Narita on March 27, 2027 after a seven-year hiatus, operating daily Boeing 787-9 flights. The move also expands American’s Chicago network with additional new routes, including the return of two domestic services to complement the renewed Japan link.

2026-07-01T08:46:14.800309-07:00

American Airlines to resume nonstop Chicago O’Hare–Tokyo Narita flights from March 27, 2027 with daily Boeing 787-9 service

Reuters

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China grounds general aviation after fatal light-aircraft crash into Beijing’s CITIC Tower China has ordered groundings for general aviation aircraft after a light plane crashed into Beijing’s 109-story CITIC Tower on 26 June, killing the pilot and injuring 13. New tracking data indicates the aircraft came very close to a Hainan Airlines passenger jet, forcing at least two commercial flight landings to be aborted.

2026-06-30T23:45:34.612070-07:00

China grounds general aviation after fatal light-aircraft crash into Beijing’s CITIC Tower

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2 sources

Air India Express to launch international operations from Navi Mumbai Air India Express is set to debut international operations at Navi Mumbai, signaling a new long-haul/leisure-focused growth node for the carrier. The move adds an additional India-based departure point for international connectivity under the airline’s network strategy.

2026-06-30T21:45:05.764140-07:00

Air India Express to launch international operations from Navi Mumbai

Reuters

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Oman Air launches Muscat–Singapore flights and plans North Asia expansion Oman Air will launch flights from Muscat to Singapore, aiming to leverage Oman’s largely untapped tourism appeal in the Gulf. The carrier’s CEO said the airline is also considering an expansion into North Asia within the next year, building on the new route’s demand outlook.

2026-06-30T21:29:28.798872-07:00

Oman Air launches Muscat–Singapore flights and plans North Asia expansion

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2 sources

MIAT Mongolian Airlines considers buying 10 Airbus jets to modernize Mongolia’s air transport network Mongolian carrier MIAT—Mongolian Airlines is evaluating an order for 10 Airbus aircraft, according to transport and roads minister Borkhuu Delgersaikhan, speaking June 25, 2026. The prospective fleet plan is positioned as part of a broader, multi-pronged effort to strengthen Mongolia’s air transport sector.

2026-06-30T21:00:20.496461-07:00

MIAT Mongolian Airlines considers buying 10 Airbus jets to modernize Mongolia’s air transport network

Reuters

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Middle East conflict and high-tech cargo demand tighten capacity as rates rise on Taiwan–US lanes Dimerco says Taiwan–US airfreight capacity remains exceptionally tight, with high-tech demand driving rising rates. In parallel, Air cargo capacity across MESA is still recovering, narrowing a reported 19% deficit, while passenger demand is mixed as jet fuel pressure and Middle East carriers’ weakness drag overall trends and Heathrow trims its 2026 outlook amid war risks.

2026-06-30T20:24:47.585016-07:00

Middle East conflict and high-tech cargo demand tighten capacity as rates rise on Taiwan–US lanes

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Riyadh Air opens ticket sales for Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, extending Saudi carrier network to eight destinations Saudi Arabia’s new flag carrier Riyadh Air has opened bookings for flights to Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, with additional network growth continuing as it builds out an initial footprint of eight destinations. The carrier also advanced plans for services including Madrid–Riyadh, signaling further long-haul network development.

2026-06-30T03:28:49.181536-07:00

Riyadh Air opens ticket sales for Kuala Lumpur and Malaga, extending Saudi carrier network to eight destinations

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India civil aviation minister backs Nagpur bid to become national MRO hub, positioning airport as an “aerotropolis” India’s civil aviation minister, Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, said Nagpur has the potential to emerge as the country’s MRO hub and could be developed into an “aerotropolis of India.” He cited MRO as a key growth pillar for the airport, signaling a long-term industrial plan for maintenance capacity.

2026-06-30T03:14:02.995165-07:00

India civil aviation minister backs Nagpur bid to become national MRO hub, positioning airport as an “aerotropolis”

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