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Analysts: SpaceX's xAI acquisition and orbital data‑center plan offer major upside — and major risks

Analysts say SpaceX's acquisition of xAI and its plan to field orbital data‑center constellations could open new revenue streams by combining launch, connectivity and AI services, but also creates significant execution and regulatory risks industry observers are still parsing over the medium term.

2026-02-18T13:13:58.924467-08:00

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Avia Solutions Group places AirExplore and KlasJet under single leadership to streamline ACMI operations

2026-02-18T08:54:02.951193-08:00

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US FTC finalizes consent order clearing Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems

2026-02-17T14:15:50.515488-08:00

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Cathay Pacific shareholders approve off‑market repurchase of Qatar Airways' stake

2026-02-15T16:53:35.132491-08:00

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Analysts: SpaceX's xAI acquisition and orbital data‑center plan offer major upside — and major risks Analysts say SpaceX's acquisition of xAI and its plan to field orbital data‑center constellations could open new revenue streams by combining launch, connectivity and AI services, but also creates significant execution and regulatory risks industry observers are still parsing over the medium term.

2026-02-18T13:13:58.924467-08:00

Analysts: SpaceX's xAI acquisition and orbital data‑center plan offer major upside — and major risks

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Avia Solutions Group places AirExplore and KlasJet under single leadership to streamline ACMI operations Avia Solutions Group has unified the operational leadership of Slovakia‑based AirExplore and Lithuania‑based KlasJet while keeping both brands. The reorganisation, led by KlasJet chief Justinas Bulka, is designed to remove duplicate structures, simplify processes and speed wet‑lease (ACMI) aircraft deployments.

2026-02-18T08:54:02.951193-08:00

Avia Solutions Group places AirExplore and KlasJet under single leadership to streamline ACMI operations

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US FTC finalizes consent order clearing Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems The U.S. Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday finalized a consent order related to Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, effectively approving the transaction. The action completes the FTC's review and clears a major regulatory hurdle for Boeing's takeover of its longtime aerostructures supplier.

2026-02-17T14:15:50.515488-08:00

US FTC finalizes consent order clearing Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems

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FlyHouse acquires Jetsmith, folds charter brokerage and aircraft sales into its 3P platform FlyHouse, based in Van Nuys, has acquired Jetsmith, an on-demand charter brokerage, aircraft sales and consulting firm, and will integrate its operations into FlyHouse's third-party (3P) broker platform. The deal broadens FlyHouse's service mix across charter, sales and advisory offerings.

2026-02-16T08:36:08.109945-08:00

FlyHouse acquires Jetsmith, folds charter brokerage and aircraft sales into its 3P platform

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FL Technics completes Job Air Technic acquisition, boosting European MRO footprint FL Technics, the global MRO provider and Avia Solutions Group subsidiary, has completed its acquisition of Job Air Technic. The deal expands FL Technics' footprint in Europe, consolidating third‑party maintenance capabilities and broadening service coverage across the region. It positions the group to better serve airlines and independent customers.

2026-02-16T06:34:46.770657-08:00

FL Technics completes Job Air Technic acquisition, boosting European MRO footprint

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Arif Habib Group-led consortium takes full control of PIA; plans fleet expansion and IPO within a year An Arif Habib Group‑led consortium has taken full operational control of Pakistan International Airlines and intends to expand its fleet to boost the carrier's competitiveness and support Pakistan's tourism sector. The new owners plan to list PIA via an initial public offering within a year of the takeover.

2026-02-16T01:12:36.513529-08:00

Arif Habib Group-led consortium takes full control of PIA; plans fleet expansion and IPO within a year

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Syrian government converts state-owned carrier Syrianair into holding company The Syrian government has converted state-owned carrier Syrianair into a holding company, shifting the airline's legal and ownership framework. The change formally separates ownership from operations and aligns the carrier’s structure with arrangements that enable partnerships and restructuring as Syria rebuilds its civil aviation sector.

2026-02-15T22:32:33.615816-08:00

Syrian government converts state-owned carrier Syrianair into holding company

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AirAsia's branding arm eyes Nasdaq backdoor listing at roughly $1.5bn valuation AirAsia founder Tony Fernandes said the group's branding unit is closing in on a backdoor Nasdaq listing via a deal with a Nasdaq-listed target later this year, which would value the newly created entity at about $1.5 billion. The announcement surfaces as the group finalises broader corporate restructuring.

2026-02-15T19:00:28.946200-08:00

AirAsia's branding arm eyes Nasdaq backdoor listing at roughly $1.5bn valuation

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Analysts: SpaceX's xAI acquisition and orbital data‑center plan offer major upside — and major risks

Avia Solutions Group places AirExplore and KlasJet under single leadership to streamline ACMI operations

US FTC finalizes consent order clearing Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems

Cathay Pacific shareholders approve off‑market repurchase of Qatar Airways' stake

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