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Adani Group reportedly seeks rule changes to launch an Indian airline

Gautam Adani’s conglomerate is reportedly asking India to relax rules that bar airport operators from owning airlines, a potential step toward launching a new carrier. The move comes as India looks for more competition beyond the IndiGo–Air India duopoly, amid likely heavy investment needs.

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2026-07-22T22:50:10.931272-07:00

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Qatar Airways expands Oceania footprint with Melbourne–Auckland launch; additional NW26 service increases filed

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2026-07-22T18:09:09.168088-07:00

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DOT extends Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) deadline for 7x weekly Hong Kong–Manila fifth-freedom cargo service

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2026-07-22T16:42:13.911102-07:00

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Cathay Group lifts first-half outlook on strong passenger and cargo demand, despite higher fuel costs

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2026-07-21T21:42:27.447784-07:00

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Adani Group reportedly seeks rule changes to launch an Indian airline Gautam Adani’s conglomerate is reportedly asking India to relax rules that bar airport operators from owning airlines, a potential step toward launching a new carrier. The move comes as India looks for more competition beyond the IndiGo–Air India duopoly, amid likely heavy investment needs.

2026-07-22T22:50:10.931272-07:00

Adani Group reportedly seeks rule changes to launch an Indian airline

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Local gov'ts seek funding to renew fleet of Japan's RAC

2026-07-22T22:49:45.427084-07:00

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Qatar Airways expands Oceania footprint with Melbourne–Auckland launch; additional NW26 service increases filed Qatar Airways has launched plans for Melbourne–Auckland service starting December 2026, positioning the carrier to directly challenge incumbents on the high-profile trans-Tasman market. In its Northern winter 2026/27 filings, the airline also revised Oceania routing and frequencies. Separately, Air Niugini will resume Port Moresby–Auckland flights 3x weekly on Nov. 17, 2026, returning to a route last served in 1998.

2026-07-22T18:09:09.168088-07:00

Qatar Airways expands Oceania footprint with Melbourne–Auckland launch; additional NW26 service increases filed

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DOT extends Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) deadline for 7x weekly Hong Kong–Manila fifth-freedom cargo service The US Department of Transportation extended the start deadline for Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam)’s planned fifth-freedom cargo service from Hong Kong International to Manila (NAIA) to Oct. 31, 2026. The updated authorization took effect July 20 and covers 7x weekly operations.

2026-07-22T16:42:13.911102-07:00

DOT extends Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) deadline for 7x weekly Hong Kong–Manila fifth-freedom cargo service

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Gravity-1 sea launch off Shanghai puts 9 satellites into orbit

2026-07-22T02:42:58.061658-07:00

Gravity-1 sea launch off Shang

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Malaysia aerospace industry association reports membership uptick, points to near-term growth The Malaysia Aerospace Industry Association says it is seeing an increase in membership, viewing it as a sign of sector momentum. The group expects continued growth in the near term, supported by strong government backing while also factoring in competitive pressure from the region.

2026-07-22T01:43:04.162614-07:00

Malaysia aerospace industry association reports membership uptick, points to near-term growth

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Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on A legal dispute has surfaced around Nepal Airlines’ CEO leadership saga, with the confrontation continuing to play out as the matter drags on. The case raises immediate uncertainty around top-management continuity and governance for the flag carrier.

2026-07-21T23:44:23.724718-07:00

Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on

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Farnborough 2026: SkyDrive locks in defense- and supply-chain partnerships for eVTOL, while Vertical joins VERTI-GO AAM integrat At Farnborough 2026, SkyDrive announced partnerships spanning defense-grade, Nadcap-certified precision components via Sanyoh, composite aerostructure manufacturing with Kineco, and supply-chain strengthening with FDH Aero/GKN Aerospace. In parallel, SkyDrive signed a framework agreement for eVTOL/drone medical transport services in Taiwan. Vertical Aerospace joined Honeywell-led VERTI-GO to accelerate safe integration of electric aircraft into everyday European airspace.

2026-07-21T23:09:27.002622-07:00

Farnborough 2026: SkyDrive locks in defense- and supply-chain partnerships for eVTOL, while Vertical joins VERTI-GO AAM integrat

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