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American, United and JetBlue waive change fees as Northeast nor’easter threatens weekend travel

A strengthening Atlantic nor’easter is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding to the Northeast, particularly New England, through the weekend. American Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue Airways issued travel waivers for eligible routes, while disruptions remained limited as of Friday morning.

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Qantas to Launch Nonstop Sydney–New York Project Sunrise Flights in Mid-2028

Qantas plans to begin nonstop Sydney–New York passenger flights in mid-2028, establishing the second route in its Project Sunrise ultra-long-haul program. The service would replace the airline’s current one-stop New York option via Auckland and become the first scheduled nonstop passenger link between Australia and New York.

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United to stream live pro and college football on Starlink-enabled seatback screens

United is partnering with DISH to deliver live professional and college football during the 2026–27 season on Starlink-equipped seatback entertainment systems. The service will be available on U.S. domestic flights, linking onboard connectivity infrastructure with live sports programming across aircraft fitted with the system.

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Korean Air and Asiana roll out Starlink Wi-Fi, flagging coverage gaps over China

Korean Air and Asiana Airlines are introducing Starlink-powered inflight Wi-Fi, expanding high-speed connectivity options for passengers. Both airlines are cautioning travelers that service will be unavailable or limited over China, underscoring the geographic constraints that can affect satellite-enabled connectivity on international routes.

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