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Malaysia Airlines keeps COMAC C919 as a mid-2030s narrowbody option, contingent on EU/US certification

Malaysia Airlines says it could consider the COMAC C919 during its next narrowbody renewal cycle in the mid-2030s, but would prefer securing certification with Western regulators first. The carrier frames EASA approval—and ideally FAA certification—as key requirements before any purchase decision.

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2026-07-14T19:44:55.471562-07:00

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China Airlines to debut Boeing 787 in mid–1Q27, Taiwan carrier schedules first arrival

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2026-07-14T17:00:22.965643-07:00

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Air Premia to raise more than $66mn in new capital

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2026-07-14T15:32:37.236310-07:00

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Hainan Airlines Holding shareholders plan a 0.7% stake sale

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2026-07-14T13:59:23.184079-07:00

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Malaysia Airlines keeps COMAC C919 as a mid-2030s narrowbody option, contingent on EU/US certification Malaysia Airlines says it could consider the COMAC C919 during its next narrowbody renewal cycle in the mid-2030s, but would prefer securing certification with Western regulators first. The carrier frames EASA approval—and ideally FAA certification—as key requirements before any purchase decision.

2026-07-14T19:44:55.471562-07:00

Malaysia Airlines keeps COMAC C919 as a mid-2030s narrowbody option, contingent on EU/US certification

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China Airlines to debut Boeing 787 in mid–1Q27, Taiwan carrier schedules first arrival China Airlines has scheduled the debut of its Boeing 787 for mid–first quarter 2027. The update signals the carrier’s planned timing for introducing the widebody into its fleet, ahead of the 2027 passenger and route planning cycle.

2026-07-14T17:00:22.965643-07:00

China Airlines to debut Boeing 787 in mid–1Q27, Taiwan carrier schedules first arrival

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Air Premia to raise more than $66mn in new capital South Korea’s Air Premia plans to pursue a capital raise exceeding $66mn, according to a report in Commercial Aviation News, Operator & Airport Data. The move signals fresh funding intent as the carrier evaluates its near-term operating and growth needs.

2026-07-14T15:32:37.236310-07:00

Air Premia to raise more than $66mn in new capital

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Hainan Airlines Holding shareholders plan a 0.7% stake sale Hainan Airlines Holding shareholders are planning to sell about a 0.7% stake, according to reporting via ch-aviation. The transaction is expected to affect the company’s shareholder structure while remaining small in proportion to overall equity.

2026-07-14T13:59:23.184079-07:00

Hainan Airlines Holding shareholders plan a 0.7% stake sale

Urban Air Mobility News

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SkyDrive SD-05 reaches 86 km/h in Yamaguchi eVTOL tourism demo ahead of 2028 commercial launch SkyDrive completed a demonstration flight of its three-seat SD-05 eVTOL at the Yamaguchi Kirara Expo Memorial Park, repeating a scenic touring use case over the Seto Inland Sea. The company said the aircraft flew at up to 86 km/h and is positioning the service for both domestic and international markets with a 2028 launch target.

2026-07-14T02:29:50.919260-07:00

SkyDrive SD-05 reaches 86 km/h in Yamaguchi eVTOL tourism demo ahead of 2028 commercial launch

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SolitAir opens Dubai World Central–Tianjin cargo route; SAL Saudi Logistics signs ground-handling deal with SF Airlines SolitAir has launched a new air-cargo service connecting Dubai World Central (DWC) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN), adding to its China network that already includes Hong Kong and Urumqi; an inaugural VIP cargo flight underscored the corridor’s time-critical freight role. Separately, SAL Saudi Logistics Services agreed to provide air-cargo ground handling for SF Airlines.

2026-07-13T23:32:15.305529-07:00

SolitAir opens Dubai World Central–Tianjin cargo route; SAL Saudi Logistics signs ground-handling deal with SF Airlines

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China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand Shares of China’s major airlines are underperforming Cathay Pacific by nearly 50 percentage points in 2026, as analysts project profits will remain under pressure. The outlook is tied to lackluster domestic travel demand, which is expected to weigh on earnings durability.

2026-07-13T20:45:46.873921-07:00

China airline stocks trail Cathay Pacific as analysts flag weaker earnings amid muted domestic demand

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India waives aircraft lease tax payments for local carriers India has waived aircraft lease tax payments for local airlines. The measure reduces the tax cost embedded in aircraft leasing for domestic operators, potentially improving near-term cash-flow and altering the economics of aircraft acquisition under lease structures.

2026-07-13T19:59:32.464245-07:00

India waives aircraft lease tax payments for local carriers

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