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ST Engineering iDirect names Sridhar Kuppanna CEO as ground-tech market shifts toward cloud-native, interoperable satcom

ST Engineering iDirect appointed Sridhar Kuppanna as CEO in late March, positioning the ground-technology vendor for a more dynamic market. In the CEO interview, Kuppanna emphasized a cloud-native approach and an interoperable future for satcom ground systems as operators and enterprises evolve their connectivity needs.

2026-05-22T11:41:03.266585-07:00

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Abra CEO Neuhauser says Avianca and GOL holding group is positioned to flex fleet amid steady Q1 demand

2026-05-22T10:39:47.652051-07:00

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Finnair chair urges “worst case” planning as global volatility and geopolitical risk rise

2026-05-22T01:10:56.221893-07:00

Reuters

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson warns successor will face airspace ban, Iran-war fallout and a strong US dollar

2026-05-21T14:14:59.225431-07:00

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ST Engineering iDirect names Sridhar Kuppanna CEO as ground-tech market shifts toward cloud-native, interoperable satcom ST Engineering iDirect appointed Sridhar Kuppanna as CEO in late March, positioning the ground-technology vendor for a more dynamic market. In the CEO interview, Kuppanna emphasized a cloud-native approach and an interoperable future for satcom ground systems as operators and enterprises evolve their connectivity needs.

2026-05-22T11:41:03.266585-07:00

ST Engineering iDirect names Sridhar Kuppanna CEO as ground-tech market shifts toward cloud-native, interoperable satcom

FlightGlobal

Abra CEO Neuhauser says Avianca and GOL holding group is positioned to flex fleet amid steady Q1 demand Abra Group CEO Mauricio Neuhauser says the Avianca and GOL holding company is “well placed” to adjust capacity if needed, despite demand holding firm in the first quarter. The comment underscores a continuing focus on operational flexibility across Abra’s airline network following its post-restructuring rebuild.

2026-05-22T10:39:47.652051-07:00

Abra CEO Neuhauser says Avianca and GOL holding group is positioned to flex fleet amid steady Q1 demand

Bloomberg

Finnair chair urges “worst case” planning as global volatility and geopolitical risk rise Finnair board chair Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae said intensifying global volatility and geopolitical risks should be “baked into strategy,” arguing that the “worst case” must become the base case. Her remarks align with ongoing focus on resilience and operational stability as the airline positions for next-stage growth.

2026-05-22T01:10:56.221893-07:00

Finnair chair urges “worst case” planning as global volatility and geopolitical risk rise

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Air India CEO Campbell Wilson warns successor will face airspace ban, Iran-war fallout and a strong US dollar Speaking at the Wings Club, Air India CEO Campbell Wilson said the past 12 months have been “by no means an easy or smooth ride,” and cautioned that his successor will have “hands full” amid a ban on using Pakistan’s airspace, fallout from the Iran war, and the effects of a strong US dollar.

2026-05-21T14:14:59.225431-07:00

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson warns successor will face airspace ban, Iran-war fallout and a strong US dollar

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Alaska Airlines launches SEA–London Heathrow nonstop; Reykjavik service set for 28 May 2026 Alaska Airlines has started nonstop service between Seattle and London Heathrow—its second Europe route after launching to Rome. The carrier also plans flights to Reykjavik beginning 28 May 2026, positioning Alaska to deepen Europe presence while extending its oneworld footprint at Heathrow.

2026-05-21T03:12:25.039834-07:00

Alaska Airlines launches SEA–London Heathrow nonstop; Reykjavik service set for 28 May 2026

AINonline

Jean-Christophe Gallagher named Ontic next CEO; Gareth Hall to become executive chairman Ontic has named Jean-Christophe Gallagher as its next chief executive officer. Outgoing CEO Gareth Hall will transition to the executive chairman role, marking a leadership change at the aerospace MRO provider as it plans continuity through the new executive structure.

2026-05-20T10:40:17.223558-07:00

Jean-Christophe Gallagher named Ontic next CEO; Gareth Hall to become executive chairman

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Space Force confirms Gurpartap “GP” Sandhoo as SDA director and names him PAE for missile warning/tracking The Space Development Agency has named Gurpartap “GP” Sandhoo its permanent director, effective May 11, ending his acting role that began last September. In parallel, Space Force designated him as the Portfolio Acquisition Executive overseeing missile warning and tracking programs under the new acquisition structure.

2026-05-19T13:25:44.979344-07:00

Space Force confirms Gurpartap “GP” Sandhoo as SDA director and names him PAE for missile warning/tracking

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Senate confirms Daniel Edwards as DOT assistant secretary for aviation and international affairs; Michael Graham returns to the The U.S. Senate confirmed Daniel Edwards as Department of Transportation assistant secretary for aviation and international affairs, and Michael Graham for another five-year term on the National Transportation Safety Board. Aviation stakeholders including NBAA, NATA, and VAI publicly welcomed both confirmations.

2026-05-19T10:41:27.002193-07:00

Senate confirms Daniel Edwards as DOT assistant secretary for aviation and international affairs; Michael Graham returns to the

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ST Engineering iDirect names Sridhar Kuppanna CEO as ground-tech market shifts toward cloud-native, interoperable satcom

Abra CEO Neuhauser says Avianca and GOL holding group is positioned to flex fleet amid steady Q1 demand

Finnair chair urges “worst case” planning as global volatility and geopolitical risk rise

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson warns successor will face airspace ban, Iran-war fallout and a strong US dollar

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