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Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters

Australian aviation authorities have opened an inquiry into whether 5G mobile networks can interfere with aircraft radio altimeters, reviewing data from operators and manufacturers to assess operational safety and potential mitigation measures. The probe aims to clarify risks to approaches, landings and airspace procedures.

2026-02-28T16:27:10.020056-08:00

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Aerocivil’s slot-allocation overhaul sparks airline clash at Bogotá El Dorado

2026-02-28T15:34:23.389833-08:00

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FAA Considers Summer Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare amid United–American Slot Dispute

2026-02-27T14:37:19.706032-08:00

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White House deputy warns American Airlines delays warrant closer federal scrutiny

2026-02-26T18:53:29.318114-08:00

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Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters Australian aviation authorities have opened an inquiry into whether 5G mobile networks can interfere with aircraft radio altimeters, reviewing data from operators and manufacturers to assess operational safety and potential mitigation measures. The probe aims to clarify risks to approaches, landings and airspace procedures.

2026-02-28T16:27:10.020056-08:00

Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters

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Aerocivil’s slot-allocation overhaul sparks airline clash at Bogotá El Dorado Colombia's Civil Aviation Authority (Aerocivil) has proposed a controversial overhaul of slot allocation at El Dorado International Airport, Latin America's second-busiest hub. The plan—framed as a "democratization" of access—threatens to conflict with international slot standards and is drawing strong opposition from major carriers.

2026-02-28T15:34:23.389833-08:00

Aerocivil’s slot-allocation overhaul sparks airline clash at Bogotá El Dorado

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FAA Considers Summer Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare amid United–American Slot Dispute The FAA is weighing reductions in summer flights at Chicago O’Hare after United and American scheduled more services than the airport can handle, citing overscheduling and congestion risks. The agency plans a meeting next week to discuss forced cuts aimed at averting large delays.

2026-02-27T14:37:19.706032-08:00

FAA Considers Summer Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare amid United–American Slot Dispute

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Portuguese court rejects Grupo SATA privatisation bid as European Commission intervenes Portugal’s court has rejected a privatisation bid for Grupo SATA, blocking the government’s proposed sale of its Azorean carrier group. The decision prompted the European Commission to intervene in the divestment process, escalating regulatory scrutiny of SATA’s mandated post‑state‑aid restructuring.

2026-02-27T09:17:02.154145-08:00

Portuguese court rejects Grupo SATA privatisation bid as European Commission intervenes

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EFCC tells Lagos court Arik Air diverted company funds to UmzaXpress insurance The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission told a Lagos court that its investigation into alleged fraud at Arik Air found company funds were redirected to UmzaXpress insurance. Prosecutors outlined the financial movements in court as part of formal proceedings into the airline's conduct.

2026-02-27T07:55:58.578755-08:00

EFCC tells Lagos court Arik Air diverted company funds to UmzaXpress insurance

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San Marino warns of circulating fake 'T7' aircraft registrations; some tied to Iran San Marino's Civil Aviation Authority has warned that counterfeit 'T7' aircraft registrations are circulating internationally, and said some of the fraudulent registrations have links to Iran. The advisory raises concerns about the integrity of registration records and challenges for enforcement and tracking of affected aircraft.

2026-02-27T04:54:30.513920-08:00

San Marino warns of circulating fake 'T7' aircraft registrations; some tied to Iran

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Angola to move ahead with TAAG privatisation in 2026 Angola's government says it will proceed with the long‑awaited privatisation of state‑owned TAAG Angola Airlines in 2026, reopening formal talks this year. The move comes as TAAG advances a two‑year transformation programme targeting fleet renewal and a return to profitability.

2026-02-27T04:07:01.472485-08:00

Angola to move ahead with TAAG privatisation in 2026

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EU Court Upholds Heavy Air‑Cargo Cartel Fines for Lufthansa, Air France‑KLM, Cargolux and Others The European Court of Justice on 26 February upheld antitrust penalties against roughly a dozen airlines, including Lufthansa, Air France‑KLM and Cargolux, for colluding on air‑cargo prices between 1999 and 2006. The ruling closes a long judicial saga and confirms the fines and reputational consequences for the carriers involved.

2026-02-27T02:54:18.981820-08:00

EU Court Upholds Heavy Air‑Cargo Cartel Fines for Lufthansa, Air France‑KLM, Cargolux and Others

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Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters

Aerocivil’s slot-allocation overhaul sparks airline clash at Bogotá El Dorado

FAA Considers Summer Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare amid United–American Slot Dispute

White House deputy warns American Airlines delays warrant closer federal scrutiny

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