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United ups Glasgow–Newark summer 2026 service — +22% capacity, extended through October

United Airlines will increase capacity on its seasonal Glasgow–Newark nonstop for Summer 2026 by about 22%, adding seats and extending the service through October. The move expands transatlantic connectivity for Scotland and supports stronger summer leisure and premium travel demand.

2026-02-05T14:34:38.866467-08:00

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Wizz Air to launch London Gatwick–Santorini seasonal service from 1 July 2026

2026-02-05T13:47:55.690314-08:00

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American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027

2026-02-05T11:08:17.402109-08:00

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Milano–Cortina 2026: Winter Olympics to reshape Italian routes, airports and travel demand

2026-02-05T14:14:20.423388-08:00

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United ups Glasgow–Newark summer 2026 service — +22% capacity, extended through October United Airlines will increase capacity on its seasonal Glasgow–Newark nonstop for Summer 2026 by about 22%, adding seats and extending the service through October. The move expands transatlantic connectivity for Scotland and supports stronger summer leisure and premium travel demand.

2026-02-05T14:34:38.866467-08:00

United ups Glasgow–Newark summer 2026 service — +22% capacity, extended through October

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Milano–Cortina 2026: Winter Olympics to reshape Italian routes, airports and travel demand Skift examines how Milano–Cortina 2026 will reshuffle airline routes, prompt strategic changes at Italian airports and alter travel demand patterns nationwide. The piece outlines operational and planning challenges for carriers and airport authorities as they prepare for a concentrated, seasonal surge in passenger traffic.

2026-02-05T14:14:20.423388-08:00

Milano–Cortina 2026: Winter Olympics to reshape Italian routes, airports and travel demand

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Wizz Air to launch London Gatwick–Santorini seasonal service from 1 July 2026 Wizz Air will introduce a seasonal London Gatwick–Santorini route commencing 1 July 2026, expanding its UK–Greece leisure network. The move builds on recently announced UK route growth and increases the carrier's summer island connectivity ahead of the 2026 peak travel season.

2026-02-05T13:47:55.690314-08:00

Wizz Air to launch London Gatwick–Santorini seasonal service from 1 July 2026

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American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027 American Airlines will launch daily, seasonal nonstop service between Philadelphia (PHL) and Porto (OPO) starting in summer 2027, operated with its Airbus A321XLR. The long‑range narrowbody will include premium cabins and expand U.S. access to Portugal; service is subject to regulatory approvals.

2026-02-05T11:08:17.402109-08:00

American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027

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Eurowings to wet-lease six A320s from Getjet, bringing peak wet-lease fleet to as many as 19 aircraft for Summer 2026 Eurowings will rely on expanded wet-lease capacity for Summer 2026, deploying up to 19 ACMI aircraft in peak weeks. New partner Getjet Airlines will station six Airbus A320s in Hamburg, while Avion Express and Smartwings remain in the partner pool to cover demand spikes.

2026-02-05T03:04:05.919284-08:00

Eurowings to wet-lease six A320s from Getjet, bringing peak wet-lease fleet to as many as 19 aircraft for Summer 2026

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Arkia alters Bangkok operations amid lack of Somalia permit Israeli carrier Arkia has modified its Bangkok services after failing to secure required Somalia overflight or landing permissions, prompting immediate routing and schedule changes for flights between Israel and Bangkok. The development highlights how permit gaps can disrupt long‑haul network planning and operational continuity.

2026-02-05T01:43:12.284000-08:00

Arkia alters Bangkok operations amid lack of Somalia permit

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Ras Al Khaimah Airport targets Far East carriers and expanded European links Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is actively courting airlines from the Far East while pursuing expanded scheduled links to Europe, seeking to broaden its international connectivity beyond Gulf and leisure markets. The push targets new long‑haul and regional services to lift passenger volumes and diversify route offerings.

2026-02-04T06:35:41.427833-08:00

Ras Al Khaimah Airport targets Far East carriers and expanded European links

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AeroItalia wins five of six Sardinian PSO routes AeroItalia has been awarded five of six Sardinian PSO routes in the latest regional tender, securing the majority of the island's public service obligation connections and control over core subsidised domestic services. The summary did not identify which specific route remained unassigned or name competing bidders.

2026-02-04T04:54:01.534544-08:00

AeroItalia wins five of six Sardinian PSO routes

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United ups Glasgow–Newark summer 2026 service — +22% capacity, extended through October

Wizz Air to launch London Gatwick–Santorini seasonal service from 1 July 2026

American to launch daily Philadelphia–Porto nonstop on A321XLR in summer 2027

Milano–Cortina 2026: Winter Olympics to reshape Italian routes, airports and travel demand

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