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Kites near Ahmedabad airport disrupted 737 arrivals, Czech investigators say

Czech aviation authorities have flagged a safety threat linked to kite-flying near airports after two incidents at Ahmedabad in the first quarter interfered with arriving 737 aircraft. Investigators point to the risk posed by airborne objects in approach and landing environments.

2026-05-06T04:38:22.712970-07:00

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Skymark takes first Boeing 737-8 into service

2026-05-05T19:37:52.344507-07:00

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Airbus to announce AirAsia A220 deal in Canada: up to 150 jets at Mirabel on May 6

2026-05-05T11:55:35.694417-07:00

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Air Astana faces wider Q1 losses as new CEO eyeing China growth amid Middle East-driven “new normal” demand

2026-05-05T08:16:11.778367-07:00

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Kites near Ahmedabad airport disrupted 737 arrivals, Czech investigators say Czech aviation authorities have flagged a safety threat linked to kite-flying near airports after two incidents at Ahmedabad in the first quarter interfered with arriving 737 aircraft. Investigators point to the risk posed by airborne objects in approach and landing environments.

2026-05-06T04:38:22.712970-07:00

Kites near Ahmedabad airport disrupted 737 arrivals, Czech investigators say

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Skymark takes first Boeing 737-8 into service Japan’s Skymark Airlines has inducted its first Boeing 737-8, marking a new step in its narrowbody fleet renewal. The delivery signals continued modernization with a newer-generation 737 variant as Skymark brings the aircraft into its operating base.

2026-05-05T19:37:52.344507-07:00

Skymark takes first Boeing 737-8 into service

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K-Mile Asia doubles down on cargo ACMI as fuel volatility reshapes wet-lease economics K-Mile Asia is expanding its cargo ACMI offering despite heightened fuel volatility, betting that airlines and freight operators will keep using wet-lease capacity to manage near-term network and cost risk. The move underscores how fuel-driven uncertainty is accelerating demand for flexible capacity structures.

2026-05-05T17:10:15.597582-07:00

K-Mile Asia doubles down on cargo ACMI as fuel volatility reshapes wet-lease economics

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Airbus to announce AirAsia A220 deal in Canada: up to 150 jets at Mirabel on May 6 Airbus is set to hold a major media event in Montreal on May 6 focused on a landmark A220 order from AirAsia, potentially for around 150 aircraft. The likely award would revive A220 momentum and add scale as Airbus and its production plans face ongoing capacity constraints.

2026-05-05T11:55:35.694417-07:00

Airbus to announce AirAsia A220 deal in Canada: up to 150 jets at Mirabel on May 6

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Air Astana faces wider Q1 losses as new CEO eyeing China growth amid Middle East-driven “new normal” demand Air Astana’s first-quarter results show losses widening as engine capacity constraints weigh on profits, even as evolving demand tied to the Middle East conflict creates growth opportunities. Incoming Air Astana Group CEO Ibrahim Canliel highlighted a plan to expand further, particularly in China, alongside cost and revenue pressures.

2026-05-05T08:16:11.778367-07:00

Air Astana faces wider Q1 losses as new CEO eyeing China growth amid Middle East-driven “new normal” demand

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Rotortrade sees strong rotorcraft growth ahead across APAC and MEA Rotortrade reports strong growth in its helicopter-related activities across APAC and MEA going into 2025 and beyond, signaling expanding demand for rotorcraft ownership and support across both emerging and established markets. The update builds on recent Rotortrade-led type introductions and a market view of tightening supply versus demand.

2026-05-05T06:34:45.744256-07:00

Rotortrade sees strong rotorcraft growth ahead across APAC and MEA

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Hancom InSpace commissioning Sejong-3 cubesat hyperspectral payload after SpaceX Transporter rideshare South Korea’s Hancom InSpace is expanding its Earth-observation constellation with Sejong-3, a cubesat carrying a hyperspectral sensor. The spacecraft launched in March on a SpaceX Transporter rideshare and is now in commissioning, marking another step toward broader spectral imagery capability.

2026-05-05T05:38:41.848988-07:00

Hancom InSpace commissioning Sejong-3 cubesat hyperspectral payload after SpaceX Transporter rideshare

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Air China Cargo firms four more Airbus A350Fs, lifting freighter commitment to 10 Air China Cargo will convert previously secured options into four additional firm Airbus A350F freighter orders, following an earlier agreement for six firm aircraft. The updated commitment brings the carrier’s total A350F order to 10 as Airbus continues testing progress for the type.

2026-05-04T21:55:41.184760-07:00

Air China Cargo firms four more Airbus A350Fs, lifting freighter commitment to 10

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Kites near Ahmedabad airport disrupted 737 arrivals, Czech investigators say

Skymark takes first Boeing 737-8 into service

Airbus to announce AirAsia A220 deal in Canada: up to 150 jets at Mirabel on May 6

Air Astana faces wider Q1 losses as new CEO eyeing China growth amid Middle East-driven “new normal” demand

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