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American Airlines confirms widebody RFP with Airbus and Boeing—while calling a United combination a “non-starter”

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says the carrier has a new widebody RFP in the market and is weighing a long-haul widebody order from Airbus or Boeing as it reshapes its premium global flying strategy. Isom also told shareholders that work toward a potential American-United combination has been completed and dismissed as non-viable.

2026-06-10T10:46:57.060182-07:00

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Sky Perfect JSAT to buy in-orbit Avanti HYLAS 3 satellite

2026-06-10T13:12:18.092750-07:00

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Southwest reverses flight-attendant-only jumpseat rule, reopening cockpit access to mechanics and other non-rev employees after

2026-06-10T03:56:14.295235-07:00

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Spain approves Turkish Airlines’ 25–27% stake purchase in Air Europa as carrier expands in Europe and the U.S.

2026-06-10T03:42:47.845328-07:00

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Indonesia's wealth fund eyes aircraft leasing arm

2026-06-10T18:26:37.893780-07:00

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Sky Perfect JSAT to buy in-orbit Avanti HYLAS 3 satellite Sky Perfect JSAT said it will acquire the HYLAS 3 satellite currently in orbit and owned by Avanti Communications. The deal extends JSAT’s satellite assets and adds an operational GEO capability to its existing space portfolio.

2026-06-10T13:12:18.092750-07:00

Sky Perfect JSAT to buy in-orbit Avanti HYLAS 3 satellite

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American Airlines confirms widebody RFP with Airbus and Boeing—while calling a United combination a “non-starter” American Airlines CEO Robert Isom says the carrier has a new widebody RFP in the market and is weighing a long-haul widebody order from Airbus or Boeing as it reshapes its premium global flying strategy. Isom also told shareholders that work toward a potential American-United combination has been completed and dismissed as non-viable.

2026-06-10T10:46:57.060182-07:00

American Airlines confirms widebody RFP with Airbus and Boeing—while calling a United combination a “non-starter”

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Southwest reverses flight-attendant-only jumpseat rule, reopening cockpit access to mechanics and other non-rev employees after Southwest is undoing its flight-attendant-only jumpseat policy, restoring cockpit jumpseat access to mechanics and other non-rev employees. The change comes with mandatory annual training before arbitration, following disputes over which union controls access to a scarce staff benefit on fully booked flights.

2026-06-10T03:56:14.295235-07:00

Southwest reverses flight-attendant-only jumpseat rule, reopening cockpit access to mechanics and other non-rev employees after

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Spain approves Turkish Airlines’ 25–27% stake purchase in Air Europa as carrier expands in Europe and the U.S. Spain’s council of ministers has approved Turkish Airlines’ acquisition of a 25–27% stake in Air Europa. The move extends the Turkish carrier’s consolidation of influence in Europe while continuing its expansion push toward the United States, according to related coverage of its growth strategy.

2026-06-10T03:42:47.845328-07:00

Spain approves Turkish Airlines’ 25–27% stake purchase in Air Europa as carrier expands in Europe and the U.S.

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JetBlue CEO says carrier will pursue “organic plan” but leaves door open to M&A JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty said the airline is focused on an “organic plan” for growth and would not pursue deals now, while adding “never say never” to merger-and-acquisition opportunities if they align with shareholder interests.

2026-06-09T14:11:32.898694-07:00

JetBlue CEO says carrier will pursue “organic plan” but leaves door open to M&A

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Abra targets 3Q26 close for planned acquisition of SKY Abra says it is aiming to complete its acquisition of SKY in 3Q26. The announcement keeps market attention on Abra’s ability to execute the transaction timeline while building out its broader airline and connectivity footprint.

2026-06-09T12:42:30.751142-07:00

Abra targets 3Q26 close for planned acquisition of SKY

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Bain Capital takes majority stake in FDH Aero, partnering with Audax to accelerate global expansion Bain Capital Private Equity plans to take a majority stake in FDH Aero, with Audax Private Equity remaining a significant investor. The additional funding is intended to accelerate FDH Aero’s growth strategy, support innovation, and strengthen the company’s global market expansion.

2026-06-09T10:26:40.610629-07:00

Bain Capital takes majority stake in FDH Aero, partnering with Audax to accelerate global expansion

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American Airlines confirms widebody RFP with Airbus and Boeing—while calling a United combination a “non-starter”

Sky Perfect JSAT to buy in-orbit Avanti HYLAS 3 satellite

Southwest reverses flight-attendant-only jumpseat rule, reopening cockpit access to mechanics and other non-rev employees after

Spain approves Turkish Airlines’ 25–27% stake purchase in Air Europa as carrier expands in Europe and the U.S.

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