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Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator

Gilat Satellite Networks' Commercial Division secured an approximately $11 million contract to supply its SkyEdge ground platform to a leading, unnamed satellite operator in the Asia-Pacific region. The order reinforces demand for Gilat's ground infrastructure among regional operators and expands its commercial backlog.

2026-01-20T13:08:03.696971-08:00

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QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia

2026-01-20T01:55:25.094021-08:00

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Titan Aviation Leasing acquires Boeing 777-300ER on long-term lease to China Airlines

2026-01-20T05:25:23.478431-08:00

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ANA to make Narita–Mumbai daily from 29 Mar 2026; boosts FY2026 international capacity 5% and orders upgraded 787‑9s

2026-01-20T03:20:24.426700-08:00

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Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator Gilat Satellite Networks' Commercial Division secured an approximately $11 million contract to supply its SkyEdge ground platform to a leading, unnamed satellite operator in the Asia-Pacific region. The order reinforces demand for Gilat's ground infrastructure among regional operators and expands its commercial backlog.

2026-01-20T13:08:03.696971-08:00

Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator

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U.S. approves potential $2.3B sale of maritime patrol aircraft and torpedoes to Singapore The U.S. State Department approved a potential $2.3 billion Foreign Military Sale to Singapore for maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, lightweight torpedoes and related equipment and support, the Pentagon said. It says the package includes aircraft, torpedoes, sensors and sustainment under the FMS process.

2026-01-20T12:46:05.172260-08:00

U.S. approves potential $2.3B sale of maritime patrol aircraft and torpedoes to Singapore

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Titan Aviation Leasing acquires Boeing 777-300ER on long-term lease to China Airlines Titan Aviation Leasing, the joint venture between Titan Aviation Holdings (an Atlas Air Worldwide subsidiary) and Bain Capital, has acquired a Boeing 777-300ER on a long-term lease to Taiwan-based China Airlines. The transaction closed Dec. 24, 2025; Titan will manage the aircraft (MSN 41823) to support China Airlines’ long-haul capacity.

2026-01-20T05:25:23.478431-08:00

Titan Aviation Leasing acquires Boeing 777-300ER on long-term lease to China Airlines

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ANA to make Narita–Mumbai daily from 29 Mar 2026; boosts FY2026 international capacity 5% and orders upgraded 787‑9s ANA will lift Tokyo Narita–Mumbai to daily from 29 March 2026 using Boeing 787‑9s, while FY2026 international capacity rises about 5% as the carrier orders 787‑9s with upgraded cabins and folds Nippon Cargo into an expanded freighter network serving Asia and North America.

2026-01-20T03:20:24.426700-08:00

ANA to make Narita–Mumbai daily from 29 Mar 2026; boosts FY2026 international capacity 5% and orders upgraded 787‑9s

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QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia QantasLink has secured an initial three Embraer E190s — part of a deal for up to 14 to replace Fokker 100s — and is investing a multi‑million dollar programme to refit its regional Airbus A319/A320 fleet with new seats, Wi‑Fi and on‑device entertainment for Western Australia services.

2026-01-20T01:55:25.094021-08:00

QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia

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Changi deploys first fully driverless airside baggage tractors after 5,000‑trip trial Singapore Changi Airport has launched live airside operations of its first fully driverless autonomous baggage tractors, fielding a pair of vehicles to transfer bags between Terminals 1 and 4. The deployment follows almost a year of trials comprising more than 5,000 test trips.

2026-01-20T00:32:40.404286-08:00

Changi deploys first fully driverless airside baggage tractors after 5,000‑trip trial

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Ariana and Kam Air awarded contracts to operate Afghanistan’s Hajj flights Ariana Afghan Airlines and Kam Air have been awarded contracts to operate Afghanistan’s Hajj flights, ch-aviation reports. The agreements task the two carriers with transporting Afghan pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for this year’s Hajj, re-establishing organised international pilgrimage services amid the country’s constrained aviation environment.

2026-01-19T22:03:38.979191-08:00

Ariana and Kam Air awarded contracts to operate Afghanistan’s Hajj flights

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Crystal Bay establishes new airline subsidiary in Vietnam Crystal Bay has formed a new airline subsidiary in Vietnam. The development introduces a new carrier to the country’s aviation market and will be defined by forthcoming regulatory approvals, proposed fleet composition and target route network — all key to its competitive impact.

2026-01-19T21:16:41.658057-08:00

Crystal Bay establishes new airline subsidiary in Vietnam

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Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator

QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia

Titan Aviation Leasing acquires Boeing 777-300ER on long-term lease to China Airlines

ANA to make Narita–Mumbai daily from 29 Mar 2026; boosts FY2026 international capacity 5% and orders upgraded 787‑9s

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