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StarFlyer targets East Asia expansion under 2026–2028 strategy shift

StarFlyer says it will move from a domestic-focused recovery phase to growth by executing a 2026–2028 medium-term strategy aimed at expanding its international network across East Asia, with targets framed to the YE28 horizon.

2026-05-04T16:10:37.745593-07:00

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Air India launches five-times-weekly nonstop service between India and Hanoi

2026-05-04T11:11:22.030776-07:00

PaxEx.Aero

Singapore Airlines signs Starlink deal for ~1 Gbps in-flight Wi‑Fi on Airbus A350/A380 from 2027

2026-05-03T19:38:34.549637-07:00

New York Times

Jeju Air Flight 2216: analysis of the crew’s final decision-making in the last moments

2026-05-01T03:47:51.959147-07:00

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StarFlyer targets East Asia expansion under 2026–2028 strategy shift StarFlyer says it will move from a domestic-focused recovery phase to growth by executing a 2026–2028 medium-term strategy aimed at expanding its international network across East Asia, with targets framed to the YE28 horizon.

2026-05-04T16:10:37.745593-07:00

StarFlyer targets East Asia expansion under 2026–2028 strategy shift

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Air India launches five-times-weekly nonstop service between India and Hanoi Air India has inaugurated a new five-times-weekly nonstop route to Hanoi, touching down in Vietnam’s capital for the first time. The launch expands the carrier’s direct India–Vietnam connectivity, adding a fresh long-haul option for passengers and network partners.

2026-05-04T11:11:22.030776-07:00

Air India launches five-times-weekly nonstop service between India and Hanoi

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Singapore Airlines signs Starlink deal for ~1 Gbps in-flight Wi‑Fi on Airbus A350/A380 from 2027 Singapore Airlines has signed with SpaceX’s Starlink for “fast and free” in-flight connectivity, targeting next-generation speeds up to ~1 Gbps and starting service in 2027. The rollout will be phased across its Airbus fleet—including A350 and A380—through end-2029, with additional aircraft connectivity going live as installations complete.

2026-05-03T19:38:34.549637-07:00

Singapore Airlines signs Starlink deal for ~1 Gbps in-flight Wi‑Fi on Airbus A350/A380 from 2027

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China Eastern A350 suffers post-landing mechanical issue, partially hits Shanghai Hongqiao jet bridge while taxiing China Eastern Airlines’ domestic flight from Chengdu to Shanghai (Airbus A350) experienced a mechanical malfunction after landing, leading to partial contact with a jet bridge while taxiing toward the gate at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. The carrier apologized; all passengers were safe and evacuated in an orderly manner.

2026-05-02T08:50:15.893215-07:00

China Eastern A350 suffers post-landing mechanical issue, partially hits Shanghai Hongqiao jet bridge while taxiing

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Jeju Air Flight 2216: analysis of the crew’s final decision-making in the last moments A report on the final moments of Jeju Air Flight 2216 describes a sequence of “cascade” decisions faced by the crew after the aircraft was stricken, highlighting the narrowing options available in critical seconds.

2026-05-01T03:47:51.959147-07:00

Jeju Air Flight 2216: analysis of the crew’s final decision-making in the last moments

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Pakistan competition regulator approves consortium bid for 100% ownership of Pakistan International Airlines Pakistan’s competition regulator has approved the acquisition of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) by PIA Equity Limited, clearing a regulatory step toward full privatisation of the flag carrier. The approval advances a consortium process aimed at moving from operational control to 100% ownership.

2026-05-01T01:28:04.132201-07:00

Pakistan competition regulator approves consortium bid for 100% ownership of Pakistan International Airlines

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Australia selects Northrop Grumman to formalize sovereign solid rocket motor manufacturing engagement On May 1, 2026, the Commonwealth of Australia selected Northrop Grumman for formal engagement to establish domestic solid rocket motor (SRM) manufacturing capabilities. The effort will also involve DefendTex, Black Sky Industries and Anduril Australia to explore novel manufacturing methods, positioning SRM production as a sovereign industrial capability.

2026-04-30T22:49:22.481218-07:00

Australia selects Northrop Grumman to formalize sovereign solid rocket motor manufacturing engagement

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China Southern and Xiamen Airlines sign for 137 Airbus A320neo-family jets in $21.4bn deal China Southern Airlines and its subsidiary Xiamen Airlines have signed purchase agreements with Airbus for 102 and 35 A320neo-family aircraft, respectively, totaling 137 jets. The transaction is valued at about $21.4bn as the carriers expand capacity and fleet growth.

2026-04-30T19:47:41.712731-07:00

China Southern and Xiamen Airlines sign for 137 Airbus A320neo-family jets in $21.4bn deal

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StarFlyer targets East Asia expansion under 2026–2028 strategy shift

Air India launches five-times-weekly nonstop service between India and Hanoi

Singapore Airlines signs Starlink deal for ~1 Gbps in-flight Wi‑Fi on Airbus A350/A380 from 2027

Jeju Air Flight 2216: analysis of the crew’s final decision-making in the last moments

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