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ch-aviation • Dirk Andrei Salcedo

Korean Air ordered to correct merger registration filing for planned Asiana absorption

South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) has ordered Korean Air to amend its merger registration statement tied to the planned absorption of Asiana Airlines, according to notices posted on the regulator’s electronic disclosure system. The directive requires corrective filings before the merger process can proceed.

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2026-07-08T17:45:32.062525-07:00

Via Satellite

York Space Systems closes acquisition of All.Space to build a complete tactical satcom communications ecosystem

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2026-07-08T12:45:48.951124-07:00

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Southwest CEO Bob Jordan: rising Middle East-linked oil prices are pressuring results, but Elliott-led changes position the carr

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2026-07-08T10:59:11.479110-07:00

Skift

Castlelake offers to buy easyJet in Europe’s biggest deal since 2008

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2026-07-08T02:45:35.650722-07:00

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Korean Air ordered to correct merger registration filing for planned Asiana absorption South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) has ordered Korean Air to amend its merger registration statement tied to the planned absorption of Asiana Airlines, according to notices posted on the regulator’s electronic disclosure system. The directive requires corrective filings before the merger process can proceed.

2026-07-08T17:45:32.062525-07:00

Korean Air ordered to correct merger registration filing for planned Asiana absorption

Via Satellite

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York Space Systems closes acquisition of All.Space to build a complete tactical satcom communications ecosystem York Space Systems has completed its acquisition of satcom terminal manufacturer All.Space, positioning the combined company to deliver end-to-end tactical communications—from user terminals through connectivity. Both CEOs framed the deal as a step toward more resilient satcom for critical missions.

2026-07-08T12:45:48.951124-07:00

York Space Systems closes acquisition of All.Space to build a complete tactical satcom communications ecosystem

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

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Southwest CEO Bob Jordan: rising Middle East-linked oil prices are pressuring results, but Elliott-led changes position the carr In a company-wide mid-year update, Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said the airline is being “tested” by rising oil prices tied to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. He added that “big business changes” pursued amid the Elliott investor campaign are designed to help Southwest manage the pressure.

2026-07-08T10:59:11.479110-07:00

Southwest CEO Bob Jordan: rising Middle East-linked oil prices are pressuring results, but Elliott-led changes position the carr

Skift

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Castlelake offers to buy easyJet in Europe’s biggest deal since 2008 easyJet has accepted an acquisition offer from US investment firm Castlelake, a proposed deal valued at €6.4 billion. The transaction raises questions over the carrier’s future fleet, pricing, and strategy, and could reshape the competitive landscape for Europe’s remaining independent airlines.

2026-07-08T02:45:35.650722-07:00

Castlelake offers to buy easyJet in Europe’s biggest deal since 2008

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Report: Israel’s Arkia nears sale for $60m A report says Israel’s Arkia is close to being sold for about $60 million, signaling potential ownership change for the carrier. The development, if confirmed, would add to airline consolidation dynamics in Israel and could reshape Arkia’s fleet and route strategy under new management.

2026-07-08T01:18:26.068420-07:00

Report: Israel’s Arkia nears sale for $60m

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TransMedics completes strategic investment in Germany’s PAD Aviation to build Europe’s air-and-ground organ transplant logistics TransMedics, the US medical technology firm, has completed its previously announced strategic investment into Germany-based private aviation operator PAD Aviation. The deal supports creation of a dedicated air-and-ground organ transplant logistics network across Europe, expanding rapid organ transport capability beyond traditional ground-only routes.

2026-07-07T13:45:23.362220-07:00

TransMedics completes strategic investment in Germany’s PAD Aviation to build Europe’s air-and-ground organ transplant logistics

AirInsight

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Castlelake-easyJet transaction used to enable Condor sale within EU constraints Castlelake’s structure for a deal with easyJet is described as a “workaround” that allows a pathway to sell Condor while navigating EU-specific rules. The approach is positioned as both legally compliant and operationally feasible, leveraging Castlelake’s familiarity with the regulatory and deal mechanics.

2026-07-07T08:32:11.802692-07:00

Castlelake-easyJet transaction used to enable Condor sale within EU constraints

AeroTime

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Avia Solutions Group names Zilvinas Lapinskas CEO for global expansion push

2026-07-07T00:58:48.958451-07:00

Avia Solutions Group names Zil

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