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EASA certifies Gogo Galileo FDX for the Airbus ACJ320, enabling up to 195 Mbps downlink and 32 Mbps uplink

EASA has certified Gogo Galileo FDX for installation on the Airbus ACJ320. The system is positioned for business-jet inflight connectivity performance, with reported up to 195 Mbps download speeds and up to 32 Mbps uploads, supporting higher-bandwidth passenger services and crew connectivity needs.

2026-05-27T08:56:47.921587-07:00

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Airportr and Condor launch “door-to-flight” baggage service for departures from Frankfurt (FRA)

2026-05-27T08:41:34.700364-07:00

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FAA crackdown targets intoxicated passengers during boarding, raising expectations for flight attendant alcohol monitoring

2026-05-27T05:54:46.878848-07:00

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SWISS cuts Geneva winter network over Airbus A220 engine problems

2026-05-27T06:42:10.605061-07:00

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FlySafair referred to South Africa’s National Consumer Tribunal over alleged systematic overbooking South Africa’s consumer watchdog has referred low-cost carrier FlySafair to the National Consumer Tribunal, alleging the airline systematically overbooked flights and violated multiple provisions of the Consumer Protection Act. The referral tees up potential penalties tied to how the airline manages denied boarding and passenger disclosure.

2026-05-27T09:39:26.796188-07:00

FlySafair referred to South Africa’s National Consumer Tribunal over alleged systematic overbooking

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EASA certifies Gogo Galileo FDX for the Airbus ACJ320, enabling up to 195 Mbps downlink and 32 Mbps uplink EASA has certified Gogo Galileo FDX for installation on the Airbus ACJ320. The system is positioned for business-jet inflight connectivity performance, with reported up to 195 Mbps download speeds and up to 32 Mbps uploads, supporting higher-bandwidth passenger services and crew connectivity needs.

2026-05-27T08:56:47.921587-07:00

EASA certifies Gogo Galileo FDX for the Airbus ACJ320, enabling up to 195 Mbps downlink and 32 Mbps uplink

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Airportr and Condor launch “door-to-flight” baggage service for departures from Frankfurt (FRA) Airportr has partnered with German carrier Condor to roll out a door-to-flight baggage offering for passengers departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). The off-airport baggage service is designed to streamline the ground-handling phase before passengers reach the airport for departure.

2026-05-27T08:41:34.700364-07:00

Airportr and Condor launch “door-to-flight” baggage service for departures from Frankfurt (FRA)

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SWISS cuts Geneva winter network over Airbus A220 engine problems SWISS says it must further adjust its flight schedule for Winter 2026/27 by removing connections out of Geneva due to Airbus A220 engine-related issues. The timetable changes reflect continuing aircraft availability constraints tied to the A220 fleet.

2026-05-27T06:42:10.605061-07:00

SWISS cuts Geneva winter network over Airbus A220 engine problems

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FAA crackdown targets intoxicated passengers during boarding, raising expectations for flight attendant alcohol monitoring The FAA is stepping up enforcement on passengers suspected of being intoxicated, with flight attendants facing greater pressure to identify issues during boarding—potentially affecting how carriers manage pre-departure beverage service. The move adds to the FAA’s broader focus on safety-sensitive compliance involving alcohol and drugs on board.

2026-05-27T05:54:46.878848-07:00

FAA crackdown targets intoxicated passengers during boarding, raising expectations for flight attendant alcohol monitoring

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FlightPath3D Cloud reaches 500-aircraft milestone, with 2,000 aircraft committed FlightPath3D says its Cloud platform is now flying on 500 aircraft, with a further 2,000 aircraft committed. The milestone underscores growing carrier adoption of interactive in-flight mapping and destination discovery capabilities delivered through the company’s cloud-based offering.

2026-05-27T05:26:35.966214-07:00

FlightPath3D Cloud reaches 500-aircraft milestone, with 2,000 aircraft committed

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UK aviation posts record Q1 2026 demand: 61M+ passengers as Edinburgh and airports nationwide see fastest growth despite Middle UK Civil Aviation Authority data show 61 million-plus passengers through UK airports in Q1 2026, the busiest opening quarter on record and up about 1 million year-on-year. Traffic growth outpaced movements, with Scotland—led by Edinburgh—registering some of the UK’s highest passenger-rate gains amid ongoing Middle East conflict.

2026-05-27T03:54:46.642515-07:00

UK aviation posts record Q1 2026 demand: 61M+ passengers as Edinburgh and airports nationwide see fastest growth despite Middle

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Magnifica Air founder Wade Black shares plans for US luxury startup Magnifica Air founder Wade Black provided additional details on the carrier’s new premium airline concept in the US, outlining what the luxury operation aims to deliver as it prepares to build its initial fleet. The interview adds context to the airline’s early launch strategy beyond prior aircraft-sourcing reports.

2026-05-27T02:30:38.471084-07:00

Magnifica Air founder Wade Black shares plans for US luxury startup

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EASA certifies Gogo Galileo FDX for the Airbus ACJ320, enabling up to 195 Mbps downlink and 32 Mbps uplink

Airportr and Condor launch “door-to-flight” baggage service for departures from Frankfurt (FRA)

FAA crackdown targets intoxicated passengers during boarding, raising expectations for flight attendant alcohol monitoring

SWISS cuts Geneva winter network over Airbus A220 engine problems

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