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Emirates SkyCargo signs MoU with LODD to trial autonomous VTOL cargo drones across global network

At Dubai Airshow 2025 Emirates SkyCargo and UAE developer LODD Autonomous signed a Memorandum of Understanding to test and validate unmanned VTOL cargo drones across Emirates' global network. The collaboration, running through 2027, will focus on feasibility studies, regulatory approvals and live demonstrations.

2025-11-20T22:08:11.013856-08:00

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Duffy says Trump will weigh in on $31.5B FAA ATC modernisation; lead contractor decision due in weeks

2025-11-19T20:04:11.232062-08:00

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Air India urges New Delhi to secure Xinjiang overflight rights as Pakistan ban raises fuel costs and adds hours

2025-11-18T20:38:11.749732-08:00

FlightGlobal

US lawmakers to advance bill to lift civilian overland supersonic flight ban

2025-11-19T11:28:32.957223-08:00

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FAA lifts daytime launch curfew as SpaceX next‑gen booster fails; Pegasus to resume flights

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Qantas Group, Jetstar and Virgin Australia ban in‑flight use and charging of power banks from 15 Dec 2025 The Qantas Group will prohibit use and charging of portable power banks onboard Qantas, QantasLink and Jetstar flights from 15 December 2025; customers may still carry a limited number (up to two) in carry‑on. The move responds to fire‑safety concerns and could prompt similar international measures.

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Qantas Group, Jetstar and Virgin Australia ban in‑flight use and charging of power banks from 15 Dec 2025

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Emirates SkyCargo signs MoU with LODD to trial autonomous VTOL cargo drones across global network At Dubai Airshow 2025 Emirates SkyCargo and UAE developer LODD Autonomous signed a Memorandum of Understanding to test and validate unmanned VTOL cargo drones across Emirates' global network. The collaboration, running through 2027, will focus on feasibility studies, regulatory approvals and live demonstrations.

2025-11-20T22:08:11.013856-08:00

Emirates SkyCargo signs MoU with LODD to trial autonomous VTOL cargo drones across global network

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2025-11-20T20:21:00.370272-08:00

IMF approves tax exemption to facilitate sale of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)

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Eindhoven Airport to ban private aircraft operations

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