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Lufthansa urges DOT to approve ITA’s entry into transatlantic A++ joint venture

Lufthansa has asked the U.S. Department of Transportation to complete its review of a motion seeking to add ITA Airways to the A++ transatlantic joint venture. The request puts the focus on the remaining regulatory step for ITA’s proposed participation in the partnership.

FlightGlobal

Lufthansa urges US DOT to approve ITA’s entry into transatlantic joint venture

Reuters

Carbon-credit shortages threaten airlines’ ability to meet first global emissions scheme obligations

As the first global scheme requiring airlines to pay for their planet-warming emissions takes effect, a shortage of available carbon credits could make it difficult for carriers to settle their bills. Industry participants and analysts describe the credit supply crunch as a critical test for the program.

Reuters

First global airline emissions scheme faces 'a litmus test' as credits run short

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UK CAA clears Amazon Prime Air to expand drone deliveries over denser areas of Darlington

Amazon says the UK Civil Aviation Authority has approved its Prime Air service to operate over more densely populated parts of Darlington, widening the scope of its drone-delivery trial in northern England. The decision raises questions about how expanding commercial flights will share low-level airspace with other users.

Reuters

Federal MOU aims to speed counter-drone deployments while protecting civilian aviation

A new federal agreement could reduce some FAA safety reviews for counter-UAS deployments to 24 hours as agencies coordinate responses to unauthorized drone incursions. The push spans operational readiness—from FEMA urging state and local agencies to use security grants to tentative plans for protective netting at Tyndall Air Force Base.

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France clears Globalstar to deploy 54 next-generation direct-to-device satellites

France has authorized U.S.-based Globalstar to launch and operate a 54-satellite next-generation constellation designed for direct-to-device connectivity. The company aims to begin deploying the satellites next year, marking a regulatory step toward expanding its space-based service.

Bloomberg

Ukraine’s parliament backs creating a Space Force as Starlink disruptions spotlight reliance on foreign satellite communications

Ukraine’s parliament has approved in first reading a bill to establish Space Forces as a new branch of its armed forces, amid concerns about dependence on foreign satellite communications. Recent Starlink and Starshield disruptions during the war have highlighted how access to space-based services can affect military operations.