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Airlink to launch first-ever nonstop Cape Town–Zanzibar route in Oct 2026 with Embraer E195-E2

Airlink will begin nonstop scheduled service between Cape Town and Zanzibar in October 2026, positioning the route as the first direct connection between the two cities. The carrier will operate the new link with its Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, expanding regional point-to-point capacity using its newest type.

2026-05-18T10:39:08.006514-07:00

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UPS seeks additional “fifth freedom” Hong Kong operating rights

2026-05-18T15:23:48.374125-07:00

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Spirit Airlines collapse spotlights U.S. ULCC fragility as Iran-war jet-fuel shock lifts costs and fares

2026-05-17T21:24:14.767278-07:00

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Textron delivers first Cessna SkyCourier to Air Marshall Islands as it expands inter-island turboprop service

2026-05-17T20:12:44.835805-07:00

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UPS seeks additional “fifth freedom” Hong Kong operating rights UPS is seeking expanded fifth-freedom operating rights for Hong Kong, aiming to increase its ability to carry traffic on routes that extend beyond its home-and-destination markets. The application underscores how cargo carriers continue to pursue network flexibility through bilateral traffic-rights access in Asia.

2026-05-18T15:23:48.374125-07:00

UPS seeks additional “fifth freedom” Hong Kong operating rights

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Airlink to launch first-ever nonstop Cape Town–Zanzibar route in Oct 2026 with Embraer E195-E2 Airlink will begin nonstop scheduled service between Cape Town and Zanzibar in October 2026, positioning the route as the first direct connection between the two cities. The carrier will operate the new link with its Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, expanding regional point-to-point capacity using its newest type.

2026-05-18T10:39:08.006514-07:00

Airlink to launch first-ever nonstop Cape Town–Zanzibar route in Oct 2026 with Embraer E195-E2

Associated Press

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Spirit Airlines collapse spotlights U.S. ULCC fragility as Iran-war jet-fuel shock lifts costs and fares Spirit Airlines’ shutdown has left travelers scrambling for replacements, while court comments underscore the scale of pricing exclusion for would-be summer passengers. The broader context is a sharp fuel-cost spike: DOT data show airline fuel costs up 56% in March, following the Iran war outbreak, feeding into higher fares and fees across the industry.

2026-05-17T21:24:14.767278-07:00

Spirit Airlines collapse spotlights U.S. ULCC fragility as Iran-war jet-fuel shock lifts costs and fares

AeroTime

Textron delivers first Cessna SkyCourier to Air Marshall Islands as it expands inter-island turboprop service Textron Aviation has delivered the first of two Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine turboprops to Air Marshall Islands, marking the type’s entry into the Republic of the Marshall Islands. The 19-seat, convertible configuration is intended to support expanded inter-island routes for remote communities.

2026-05-17T20:12:44.835805-07:00

Textron delivers first Cessna SkyCourier to Air Marshall Islands as it expands inter-island turboprop service

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Qantas adds trans-Tasman capacity as Air New Zealand cuts flying Qantas is increasing capacity on trans-Tasman routes while Air New Zealand reduces services, reshaping seat supply on the Australia–New Zealand market. The change highlights how carriers are rebalancing networks amid demand and cost pressures that have already driven Air New Zealand to flag weaker results and trim capacity.

2026-05-17T19:26:03.470617-07:00

Qantas adds trans-Tasman capacity as Air New Zealand cuts flying

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American Airlines extends Tel Aviv (TLV) and Doha (DOH) suspensions to January 2027, citing Middle East security conditions and American Airlines says it does not expect to resume flights to Tel Aviv, Israel or Doha, Qatar until January 2027. The carrier attributes the extended pause to the continuing security situation in the Middle East and ongoing uncertainty about whether a lasting peace agreement can be reached with Iran.

2026-05-17T13:24:25.653710-07:00

American Airlines extends Tel Aviv (TLV) and Doha (DOH) suspensions to January 2027, citing Middle East security conditions and

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Alaska Airlines plots 787-led shift from regional carrier to global intercontinental operator Alaska Airlines CEO says the carrier plans to launch a dozen intercontinental routes using Boeing 787s, signaling a deliberate move beyond its traditional regional footprint. The strategy is designed to reposition Alaska into a West Coast long-haul player, with Europe as a near-term proving ground.

2026-05-15T15:38:21.179217-07:00

Alaska Airlines plots 787-led shift from regional carrier to global intercontinental operator

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Cubana cancels Madrid route after Plus Ultra exit Cubana has withdrawn its Madrid service following Plus Ultra’s departure from the market. The change underscores how quickly bilateral route networks can contract when a single operator exits—particularly where demand and operating conditions remain fragile for Cuba-facing services.

2026-05-15T09:44:26.029585-07:00

Cubana cancels Madrid route after Plus Ultra exit

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Airlink to launch first-ever nonstop Cape Town–Zanzibar route in Oct 2026 with Embraer E195-E2

UPS seeks additional “fifth freedom” Hong Kong operating rights

Spirit Airlines collapse spotlights U.S. ULCC fragility as Iran-war jet-fuel shock lifts costs and fares

Textron delivers first Cessna SkyCourier to Air Marshall Islands as it expands inter-island turboprop service

News Timeline