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China Eastern A350-900 reports “total” brake failure before Shanghai airbridge collision; investigators cite reverse-thrust mane

Investigators say a China Eastern Airbus A350-900 (B-324W) experienced complete braking loss while taxiing at Shanghai before colliding with a passenger airbridge. The crew reportedly used reverse thrust to manoeuvre. Preliminary investigation results were based on notifications from Chinese authorities.

2026-05-22T02:38:54.638317-07:00

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China’s JoyAir moves into pre-restructuring as airline distress escalates

2026-05-21T22:24:26.163010-07:00

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Vista touts 32% Greater China traffic growth and unveils new Bombardier Global 8000 via Hong Kong–Shanghai media tour

2026-05-21T10:28:37.462281-07:00

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AutoFlight and Alatau Advance Air Group complete Central Asia’s first ton-class eVTOL demo flight in Kazakhstan, with a planned

2026-05-21T08:41:50.870728-07:00

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China Eastern A350-900 reports “total” brake failure before Shanghai airbridge collision; investigators cite reverse-thrust mane Investigators say a China Eastern Airbus A350-900 (B-324W) experienced complete braking loss while taxiing at Shanghai before colliding with a passenger airbridge. The crew reportedly used reverse thrust to manoeuvre. Preliminary investigation results were based on notifications from Chinese authorities.

2026-05-22T02:38:54.638317-07:00

China Eastern A350-900 reports “total” brake failure before Shanghai airbridge collision; investigators cite reverse-thrust mane

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China’s JoyAir moves into pre-restructuring as airline distress escalates China’s JoyAir has entered a pre-restructuring process, signaling a formal step in financial and operational restructuring. The move adds to a growing pattern of pressure on parts of China’s airline market, where profitability and cash resilience remain uneven.

2026-05-21T22:24:26.163010-07:00

China’s JoyAir moves into pre-restructuring as airline distress escalates

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Vista touts 32% Greater China traffic growth and unveils new Bombardier Global 8000 via Hong Kong–Shanghai media tour Vista is reporting 32% annual traffic growth in Greater China for 2025 and using a Hong Kong and Shanghai media tour to showcase its newest aircraft, the Bombardier Global 8000. The campaign signals continued demand momentum in the region alongside Vista’s broader effort to expand aircraft access through XO.

2026-05-21T10:28:37.462281-07:00

Vista touts 32% Greater China traffic growth and unveils new Bombardier Global 8000 via Hong Kong–Shanghai media tour

AINonline

AutoFlight and Alatau Advance Air Group complete Central Asia’s first ton-class eVTOL demo flight in Kazakhstan, with a planned AutoFlight and Alatau Advance Air Group (AAAG) teamed up for Central Asia’s first electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) demonstration in Alatau City, including a first ton-class eVTOL flight. AAAG has already purchased and paid for large-scale aircraft, signing for 50 AutoFlight eVTOLs as Almaty Region vertiport networks are planned.

2026-05-21T08:41:50.870728-07:00

AutoFlight and Alatau Advance Air Group complete Central Asia’s first ton-class eVTOL demo flight in Kazakhstan, with a planned

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Iran-war jet-fuel volatility tests airline hedging and triggers state-price pressure, as Jet2 reassures UK capacity Jet-fuel costs have surged and become more volatile since the Iran war began, exposing how unevenly airlines protect themselves against spot-price spikes. In parallel, India’s carriers are asking state refiners to delay domestic jet-fuel increases, while Jet2 says it has fuel for summer operations and will not add surcharges.

2026-05-21T08:12:33.835285-07:00

Iran-war jet-fuel volatility tests airline hedging and triggers state-price pressure, as Jet2 reassures UK capacity

AeroTime

Maldivian launches first non-stop Melbourne–Malé link, enabled by new Australia–Maldives bilateral air agreement Maldivian has started non-stop services between Melbourne (MEL) and Malé (MLE), creating the first direct air link between Australia and the Maldives. The launch follows the signing of a new bilateral air agreement, reshaping connectivity options and competition on the long-haul route.

2026-05-21T05:10:32.203227-07:00

Maldivian launches first non-stop Melbourne–Malé link, enabled by new Australia–Maldives bilateral air agreement

SpaceNews.com

LatConnect 60 accelerates investment to scale AUKUS-aligned Highest Resolution SWIR satellite constellation from 2 missions to 1 LatConnect 60 (from Western Australia) is raising its growth investment plan to build a Highest Resolution SWIR dual-use Earth intelligence constellation. The program scales from two SWIRSAT missions to 18 satellites, with a stated trajectory toward a 100-satellite constellation by 2035, positioned as AUKUS-aligned.

2026-05-20T23:07:42.742429-07:00

LatConnect 60 accelerates investment to scale AUKUS-aligned Highest Resolution SWIR satellite constellation from 2 missions to 1

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Hunnu Air orders King Air 360 turboprops for Mongolia’s first King Air operator Mongolia’s Hunnu Air has placed an order for a Beechcraft King Air 360 twin-turboprop, positioning the airline as the country’s first King Air operator. The deal adds a new turboprop capability to Hunnu Air’s expanding, diversified fleet strategy.

2026-05-20T21:39:18.420912-07:00

Hunnu Air orders King Air 360 turboprops for Mongolia’s first King Air operator

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China Eastern A350-900 reports “total” brake failure before Shanghai airbridge collision; investigators cite reverse-thrust mane

China’s JoyAir moves into pre-restructuring as airline distress escalates

Vista touts 32% Greater China traffic growth and unveils new Bombardier Global 8000 via Hong Kong–Shanghai media tour

AutoFlight and Alatau Advance Air Group complete Central Asia’s first ton-class eVTOL demo flight in Kazakhstan, with a planned

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