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Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom

Cathay Pacific is refreshing and reconfiguring economy class on its 202-seat Airbus A321neos, switching to a lower-density cabin layout designed to increase passenger legroom. The change reflects a focused update to the airline’s in-cabin product offering on its A321neo fleet.

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2026-07-23T08:51:07.394089-07:00

Reuters

Jet-fuel surge pressures 2026 earnings and airline capacity plans; IndiGo posts second straight loss while Adani explores a new

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2026-07-22T22:50:10.931272-07:00

FlightGlobal

easyJet profit plunges 70% as Middle East conflict lifts fuel costs; EU airline ownership rules review adds risk to Apollo takeo

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2026-07-23T01:49:36.860162-07:00

Bloomberg

Heathrow sees more connecting traffic as travelers reroute to avoid the Gulf

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2026-07-23T03:50:48.140584-07:00

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Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom Cathay Pacific is refreshing and reconfiguring economy class on its 202-seat Airbus A321neos, switching to a lower-density cabin layout designed to increase passenger legroom. The change reflects a focused update to the airline’s in-cabin product offering on its A321neo fleet.

2026-07-23T08:51:07.394089-07:00

Cathay Pacific reconfigures 202-seat Airbus A321neo economy with a lower-density layout for more legroom

Bloomberg

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Heathrow sees more connecting traffic as travelers reroute to avoid the Gulf London Heathrow is reporting an increase in passengers transferring through the airport whose earlier routes would have involved stopovers in the Middle East. The shift suggests travelers are continuing to circumvent the Gulf region while maintaining long-haul connections via the UK hub.

2026-07-23T03:50:48.140584-07:00

Heathrow sees more connecting traffic as travelers reroute to avoid the Gulf

FlightGlobal

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easyJet profit plunges 70% as Middle East conflict lifts fuel costs; EU airline ownership rules review adds risk to Apollo takeo easyJet reported a 70% fall in third-quarter profit, citing higher fuel prices and weaker booking trends tied to the Middle East conflict. At the same time, an EU review of airline ownership rules is creating uncertainty over Apollo’s proposed acquisition, with concerns it could hinder investors from securing a deal.

2026-07-23T01:49:36.860162-07:00

easyJet profit plunges 70% as Middle East conflict lifts fuel costs; EU airline ownership rules review adds risk to Apollo takeo

Reuters

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Jet-fuel surge pressures 2026 earnings and airline capacity plans; IndiGo posts second straight loss while Adani explores a new American, Southwest and Alaska have cut or withdrawn 2026 earnings guidance as higher jet fuel prices force capacity adjustments and fare increases. In India, IndiGo reported a second consecutive quarterly loss, removed nine mostly older damp-leased aircraft, and flagged flat capacity amid lower demand and “operational uncertainty,” while its leadership criticized airport-operator ownership conflicts. Separately, Adani Group is exploring launching a new airline.

2026-07-22T22:50:10.931272-07:00

Jet-fuel surge pressures 2026 earnings and airline capacity plans; IndiGo posts second straight loss while Adani explores a new

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FLC Group seeks PPP approval to expand Vietnam’s Qui Nhon and Pleiku airports for Bamboo Airways FLC Group, parent of Bamboo Airways, is asking Vietnam’s authorities for approval to study expansion plans for the country’s Qui Nhon and Pleiku airports under public-private partnership (PPP) models. The initiative is positioned as a framework to grow airport capacity to support Bamboo’s network development.

2026-07-22T21:35:48.433927-07:00

FLC Group seeks PPP approval to expand Vietnam’s Qui Nhon and Pleiku airports for Bamboo Airways

FlightGlobal

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Honeywell highlights Europe aftermarket opportunity as passenger demand and aircraft utilization rise Honeywell says Europe’s commercial aerospace sector is holding up despite a challenging operating backdrop: passenger demand is growing, aircraft are flying more often, and operators are focused on extracting greater value from in-service fleets—supporting demand for aftermarket services.

2026-07-22T11:25:45.605773-07:00

Honeywell highlights Europe aftermarket opportunity as passenger demand and aircraft utilization rise

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

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Flight attendants accuse American Airlines of privacy-law violations tied to new in-flight performance tracking app Flight attendants at American Airlines allege the carrier’s new performance-tracking application violates California privacy law. The dispute centers on how data is collected and used to monitor crew performance, raising questions about compliance for technology-enabled workplace oversight.

2026-07-22T11:03:48.278908-07:00

Flight attendants accuse American Airlines of privacy-law violations tied to new in-flight performance tracking app

Inflight Online

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Malaysia Airlines joins IATA Turbulence Aware, rolling out real-time turbulence intelligence for crews Malaysia Airlines has adopted IATA’s Turbulence Aware programme, integrating real-time turbulence data to help pilots navigate rough air. The airline says the move strengthens operational decision-making and improves passenger comfort as weather volatility increases.

2026-07-22T03:26:42.249038-07:00

Malaysia Airlines joins IATA Turbulence Aware, rolling out real-time turbulence intelligence for crews

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