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Three US carriers win approval to cut Cuba services amid fuel crisis

Three U.S. carriers have obtained regulatory approval to sharply curtail scheduled services to Cuba as acute jet‑fuel shortages and crumbling airport infrastructure collapse passenger demand. The approvals allow carriers to reduce frequencies and suspend routes until the island's energy and operational situation stabilizes.

2026-03-13T16:59:06.630320-07:00

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FAA/ORD slot drama and DXB/DOH shutdowns to scramble 2026 flying

2026-03-13T12:13:48.911690-07:00

Skift

Who Owns the Customer? OTAs' Liberal Refunds Clash with Airlines Over Rebooking Amid Iran War

2026-03-13T14:54:14.462134-07:00

SpaceNews.com

Meridian’s 2026 Space Diplomacy Forum to convene policymakers and industry amid a multipolar, contested orbital environment

2026-03-13T14:18:23.082174-07:00

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Three US carriers win approval to cut Cuba services amid fuel crisis Three U.S. carriers have obtained regulatory approval to sharply curtail scheduled services to Cuba as acute jet‑fuel shortages and crumbling airport infrastructure collapse passenger demand. The approvals allow carriers to reduce frequencies and suspend routes until the island's energy and operational situation stabilizes.

2026-03-13T16:59:06.630320-07:00

Three US carriers win approval to cut Cuba services amid fuel crisis

Skift

Who Owns the Customer? OTAs' Liberal Refunds Clash with Airlines Over Rebooking Amid Iran War Online travel agencies are offering far more liberal cancellation and refund policies during the Iran war than they did during the pandemic, sparking disputes with airlines over rebooking responsibility and who 'owns' customers when flights are disrupted. The split raises costs and complicates operational recovery for carriers.

2026-03-13T14:54:14.462134-07:00

Who Owns the Customer? OTAs' Liberal Refunds Clash with Airlines Over Rebooking Amid Iran War

SpaceNews.com

Meridian’s 2026 Space Diplomacy Forum to convene policymakers and industry amid a multipolar, contested orbital environment On March 25, 2026 Meridian International Center hosts the 2026 Space Diplomacy Forum, “Shared Horizons,” convening diplomats, industry and policy makers to confront rising multipolarity, commercialization and contestation in orbit. The forum seeks practical steps to strengthen cooperation, norms and risk‑management across jurisdictions.

2026-03-13T14:18:23.082174-07:00

Meridian’s 2026 Space Diplomacy Forum to convene policymakers and industry amid a multipolar, contested orbital environment

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FAA/ORD slot drama and DXB/DOH shutdowns to scramble 2026 flying Rohan and Vinay explain how FAA/ORD slot disputes and shutdowns at Dubai (DXB) and Doha (DOH) will reshape 2026 flying, creating schedule disruptions, capacity shifts and routing ripple effects that require airlines and airports to revisit slot allocations, contingency planning and network deployment.

2026-03-13T12:13:48.911690-07:00

FAA/ORD slot drama and DXB/DOH shutdowns to scramble 2026 flying

CNBC

Musk to rebuild xAI after co‑founder exits as SpaceX assumes control ahead of IPO Elon Musk says xAI is "being rebuilt from the foundations up" after a wave of senior departures and a merger that moved control to SpaceX. Filings showing Tesla converting its xAI investment into a SpaceX stake underscore tighter integration across Musk's companies as SpaceX eyes a public listing.

2026-03-13T11:38:35.348196-07:00

Musk to rebuild xAI after co‑founder exits as SpaceX assumes control ahead of IPO

Wall Street Journal

Nasdaq's 'Hot IPO' Proposal Risks Unfair Treatment for SpaceX and Other High-Profile Listings Nasdaq is considering a 'hot IPO' rule change aimed at tempering surge demand for mega listings, but critics warn it could unfairly disadvantage prospective issuers such as SpaceX and OpenAI. The proposal would alter listing mechanics and access for high‑profile technology and space companies planning public offerings.

2026-03-13T10:48:45.053428-07:00

Nasdaq's 'Hot IPO' Proposal Risks Unfair Treatment for SpaceX and Other High-Profile Listings

ch-aviation

Brazil's TAP Aviation cited in money‑laundering probe; company denies allegations Ch-aviation reports Brazil's TAP Aviation has been cited in a money‑laundering probe; the company has denied the allegations. Initial reports gave limited detail on the nature of the inquiry or the investigating authorities, and TAP Aviation has yet to provide a full public statement.

2026-03-13T10:08:59.288542-07:00

Brazil's TAP Aviation cited in money‑laundering probe; company denies allegations

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Polar Air Cargo seeks extension of U.S. domestic and flag‑carrier rules Polar Air Cargo is seeking an extension of U.S. domestic and flag‑carrier regulatory permissions to preserve its ability to operate domestic services under flag‑carrier provisions. The request centers on continued application of U.S. rules to foreign‑registered cargo operators and their domestic activities.

2026-03-13T09:20:38.460226-07:00

Polar Air Cargo seeks extension of U.S. domestic and flag‑carrier rules

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Three US carriers win approval to cut Cuba services amid fuel crisis

FAA/ORD slot drama and DXB/DOH shutdowns to scramble 2026 flying

Who Owns the Customer? OTAs' Liberal Refunds Clash with Airlines Over Rebooking Amid Iran War

Meridian’s 2026 Space Diplomacy Forum to convene policymakers and industry amid a multipolar, contested orbital environment

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