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AirAsia X eyes New York after London launch, signalling a US long‑haul push

AirAsia X is targeting New York following the launch of its London service, signalling a deliberate expansion into the US long‑haul market. The announcement marks a step-up in the carrier’s intercontinental ambitions as it broadens routes beyond Asia–Europe links.

2026-02-22T17:46:00.312141-08:00

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El Al — Route network, fleet and strategic update

2026-02-22T17:46:00.117865-08:00

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Malaysia Airlines to add third daily Kuala Lumpur–Doha nonstop from 30 June 2026

2026-02-21T01:45:35.059498-08:00

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Air France‑KLM posts record €2.0bn operating profit as premium demand funds fleet renewal and SAS move

2026-02-18T23:05:07.078103-08:00

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AirAsia X eyes New York after London launch, signalling a US long‑haul push AirAsia X is targeting New York following the launch of its London service, signalling a deliberate expansion into the US long‑haul market. The announcement marks a step-up in the carrier’s intercontinental ambitions as it broadens routes beyond Asia–Europe links.

2026-02-22T17:46:00.312141-08:00

AirAsia X eyes New York after London launch, signalling a US long‑haul push

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El Al — Route network, fleet and strategic update A consolidated operator update on El Al's route network, fleet posture and strategic moves, covering schedule changes, aircraft orders and wider partnership or M&A activity. The briefing aggregates operational changes that will affect capacity deployment, fleet utilisation and long‑haul/short‑haul network planning.

2026-02-22T17:46:00.117865-08:00

El Al — Route network, fleet and strategic update

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SunExpress to launch night flights Manchester–Dalaman from 19 May 2026 SunExpress, the Lufthansa–Turkish Airlines joint venture, will begin night flights between Manchester and Dalaman from 19 May 2026. The overnight service establishes a direct UK–Turkey leisure link ahead of the peak summer travel period, expanding SunExpress’s presence in the British market.

2026-02-22T13:32:44.468404-08:00

SunExpress to launch night flights Manchester–Dalaman from 19 May 2026

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Flybondi route, fleet and strategy update — network changes and aircraft plans Flybondi announced route network adjustments alongside fleet moves and strategic initiatives, covering new and reinstated services, aircraft acquisitions and commercial partnerships. The operator's update outlines how route launches and fleet deployment will change near‑term capacity and competitive positioning across Argentina's domestic and regional markets.

2026-02-22T10:06:33.183098-08:00

Flybondi route, fleet and strategy update — network changes and aircraft plans

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Malaysia Airlines to add third daily Kuala Lumpur–Doha nonstop from 30 June 2026 Malaysia Airlines will introduce a third daily nonstop Kuala Lumpur–Doha rotation from 30 June 2026, lifting the route to 21 weekly flights. The added frequency reflects sustained demand and strengthens Malaysia’s direct connectivity to the Middle East via Doha’s hub.

2026-02-21T01:45:35.059498-08:00

Malaysia Airlines to add third daily Kuala Lumpur–Doha nonstop from 30 June 2026

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IndiGo adds stop on Istanbul route as it awaits A321-200NY (XLR) deliveries; launches hiring drive IndiGo is adding a technical stop on its Istanbul service and recalibrating operations at Istanbul Airport while it awaits delivery of Airbus A321-200NY (XLR) aircraft and the return of two wet‑leased aircraft. The carrier has also launched a recruitment drive to address crew shortfalls during the fleet transition.

2026-02-19T19:46:16.683274-08:00

IndiGo adds stop on Istanbul route as it awaits A321-200NY (XLR) deliveries; launches hiring drive

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Canadian carriers retreat from U.S. routes — scale, causes and implications for cross‑border travel Canadian airlines are cutting U.S. routes in a notable retrenchment of cross‑border service. This analysis quantifies the network reductions, examines demand and commercial drivers behind the pullback, and assesses consequences for airports, bilateral traffic flows and carriers' near‑term summer schedules.

2026-02-19T14:42:19.726508-08:00

Canadian carriers retreat from U.S. routes — scale, causes and implications for cross‑border travel

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Weekly Routes roundup: launches, suspensions, market entries and capacity adjustments This weekly Routes roundup aggregates recent route launches, suspensions, market entries and capacity adjustments across global carriers, with operational detail on frequency and schedule changes. It highlights strategic network moves and capacity shifts that influence market competition, yield management and fleet deployment decisions.

2026-02-19T14:06:22.403761-08:00

Weekly Routes roundup: launches, suspensions, market entries and capacity adjustments

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AirAsia X eyes New York after London launch, signalling a US long‑haul push

El Al — Route network, fleet and strategic update

Malaysia Airlines to add third daily Kuala Lumpur–Doha nonstop from 30 June 2026

Air France‑KLM posts record €2.0bn operating profit as premium demand funds fleet renewal and SAS move

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