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Cathay Pacific trims schedules ~2% through late June as Strait of Hormuz shipping shock drives oil spikes

Cathay Pacific says it will cut flight schedules until the end of June amid surging oil prices linked to the strangulation of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. For now, it expects only modest reductions of around 2% versus plans, while European airports warn of potential fuel shortages.

2026-04-11T10:55:49.475510-07:00

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Long March 7A launches Shiyan-12 classified satellites on China space mission

2026-04-11T06:17:50.815417-07:00

SpaceNews.com

Chang’e-7 arrives at Wenchang spaceport for 2H 2026 lunar south-pole mission preparations

2026-04-10T05:07:24.499216-07:00

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UK court orders SpiceJet to pay ~$8m to engine lessor over unpaid rent and maintenance

2026-04-09T06:12:25.205731-07:00

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Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Cathay Pacific trims schedules ~2% through late June as Strait of Hormuz shipping shock drives oil spikes Cathay Pacific says it will cut flight schedules until the end of June amid surging oil prices linked to the strangulation of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. For now, it expects only modest reductions of around 2% versus plans, while European airports warn of potential fuel shortages.

2026-04-11T10:55:49.475510-07:00

Cathay Pacific trims schedules ~2% through late June as Strait of Hormuz shipping shock drives oil spikes

SpaceNews.com

Long March 7A launches Shiyan-12 classified satellites on China space mission China’s Long March 7A carried classified Shiyan-12 satellites into orbit in a new launch mission. The flight adds to Beijing’s steady cadence of secretive payload deployments and underscores how China continues to expand national space capability through routine heavy-lift operations.

2026-04-11T06:17:50.815417-07:00

Long March 7A launches Shiyan-12 classified satellites on China space mission

SpaceNews.com

Chang’e-7 arrives at Wenchang spaceport for 2H 2026 lunar south-pole mission preparations China’s multi-element Chang’e-7 lunar spacecraft has arrived at Wenchang spaceport ahead of launch preparations for a planned second-half-of-2026 liftoff. The milestone sets the stage for China’s south-pole exploration campaign and the next step in its expanding lunar program.

2026-04-10T05:07:24.499216-07:00

Chang’e-7 arrives at Wenchang spaceport for 2H 2026 lunar south-pole mission preparations

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Garuda urged to study Saudia joint venture to serve Hajj pilgrimage Stakeholders have urged Garuda Indonesia to study a potential joint venture with Saudi carrier Saudia to serve Hajj pilgrimage traffic, prompting consideration of capacity, scheduling and commercial arrangements ahead of peak pilgrimage seasons. The proposal could reshape Garuda’s international network and partnership strategy.

2026-04-09T18:56:39.882229-07:00

Garuda urged to study Saudia joint venture to serve Hajj pilgrimage

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VietJetAir seeks 10-year terminal lease at Ho Chi Minh City VietJetAir has asked to lease a terminal at Ho Chi Minh City's airport for ten years, seeking long-term access to passenger handling and gate facilities. VietJetAir made the request to the airport authority.

2026-04-09T17:37:43.437422-07:00

VietJetAir seeks 10-year terminal lease at Ho Chi Minh City

AeroTime

Chinese forces fire flares at Philippine Coast Guard Cessna over Panganiban and Zamora Reefs Chinese forces fired flares at a Philippine Coast Guard Cessna Caravan conducting maritime domain awareness flights over Panganiban and Zamora Reefs, the PCG said. The encounter raises immediate air‑safety and operational concerns for routine surveillance flights in contested South China Sea waters.

2026-04-09T07:16:45.757384-07:00

Chinese forces fire flares at Philippine Coast Guard Cessna over Panganiban and Zamora Reefs

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UK court orders SpiceJet to pay ~$8m to engine lessor over unpaid rent and maintenance A UK court has ordered SpiceJet to pay about $8 million to an engine lessor for unpaid rent and maintenance on three engines after the carrier failed to contest claims. The judgment underscores the strength of English courts for lessors and imposes a clear legal obligation on the cash‑strapped airline.

2026-04-09T06:12:25.205731-07:00

UK court orders SpiceJet to pay ~$8m to engine lessor over unpaid rent and maintenance

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Cathay Cargo launches 'Manage Booking' to give forwarders real-time, 24/7 control Cathay Cargo on April 9, 2026 launched 'Manage Booking', an upgrade to its online booking platform that gives freight forwarders direct, real-time control to modify bookings. The tool is available 24/7 via the Cathay Cargo website and through the EzyCargo platform, streamlining booking self-service.

2026-04-09T01:02:47.225714-07:00

Cathay Cargo launches 'Manage Booking' to give forwarders real-time, 24/7 control

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Cathay Pacific trims schedules ~2% through late June as Strait of Hormuz shipping shock drives oil spikes

Long March 7A launches Shiyan-12 classified satellites on China space mission

Chang’e-7 arrives at Wenchang spaceport for 2H 2026 lunar south-pole mission preparations

UK court orders SpiceJet to pay ~$8m to engine lessor over unpaid rent and maintenance

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