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Istanbul Airport Sets European Record with Triple-Independent Runway Operations

iGA Istanbul Airport has become the first in Europe to launch triple-independent runway operations, increasing its hourly capacity from 120 to 148 aircraft movements. This significant expansion, initiated by Turkey's Minister of Transport, aims to strengthen Istanbul's status as a strategic global aviation hub.

2025-04-17T06:40:05.613964-07:00

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AviLease Secures Long-Term Lease of Eight Airbus A320neos to Turkish Airlines

2025-04-07T06:44:08.732570-07:00

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Turkish Airlines A350 Flight Forced to Emergency Land at JFK After Pilot Dies

2024-10-09T03:59:02.428182-07:00

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IndiGo Wet Leases First Boeing 787-9 from Norse for Long-Haul Expansion

2025-02-06T00:21:08.384310-08:00

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Istanbul Airport Sets European Record with Triple-Independent Runway Operations iGA Istanbul Airport has become the first in Europe to launch triple-independent runway operations, increasing its hourly capacity from 120 to 148 aircraft movements. This significant expansion, initiated by Turkey's Minister of Transport, aims to strengthen Istanbul's status as a strategic global aviation hub.

2025-04-17T06:40:05.613964-07:00

Istanbul Airport Sets European Record with Triple-Independent Runway Operations

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AviLease Secures Long-Term Lease of Eight Airbus A320neos to Turkish Airlines AviLease, a Saudi-based global aircraft lessor, has signed agreements with Turkish Airlines for the lease of eight Airbus A320neo aircraft. The deal includes two aircraft already delivered and plans for the remaining six across 2025, supporting Turkish Airlines' fleet expansion and sustainability goals.

2025-04-07T06:44:08.732570-07:00

AviLease Secures Long-Term Lease of Eight Airbus A320neos to Turkish Airlines

Hürriyet Daily News

Airbus Seeks to Boost Collaboration with Türkiye's Defense Industry Airbus aims to enhance its cooperation with Türkiye, emphasizing increased parts production and leveraging the country's military aviation capabilities. The move aligns with Airbus's strategic interests to expand its global supply chain and benefit from Türkiye's well-established aerospace sector.

2025-03-30T09:05:07.306675-07:00

Airbus Seeks to Boost Collaboration with Türkiye's Defense Industry

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Frontier Lures Southwest Passengers with Free Bag Promotion As Southwest Airlines retires its 'bags fly free' offer, Frontier Airlines strategically introduces a summer promotion offering free checked bags. This initiative targets budget-conscious travelers seeking alternatives amid rising airline fees. The promotion runs from May 28 to August 18, 2025.

2025-03-18T06:20:53.016189-07:00

Frontier Lures Southwest Passengers with Free Bag Promotion

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Massive Strikes Halt Air Traffic at 13 German Airports A 24-hour strike by Verdi union has led to the cancellation of thousands of flights, affecting over half a million passengers. Major hubs such as Frankfurt, Munich, and Berlin are severely impacted as the union demands an 8% wage hike, with negotiations expected later this month.

2025-03-10T01:53:09.853064-07:00

Massive Strikes Halt Air Traffic at 13 German Airports

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Turkish Defense Industry Advances with High-Resolution Micro Satellite System TAI is set to create a satellite team for various applications including defense and urban planning, utilizing homegrown propulsion technology from DeltaV. This development marks a significant step forward for Turkey's defense capabilities.

2025-03-05T08:49:55.058372-08:00

Turkish Defense Industry Advances with High-Resolution Micro Satellite System

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Turkish Airlines Reports Record $2.4 Billion Profit in 2024 Turkish Airlines achieved a record $2.4 billion profit in 2024, buoyed by expanding cargo operations and an 8.2% revenue increase to $22.7 billion. The airline distributed a $260 million cash dividend amidst geopolitical challenges affecting the aviation sector.

2025-03-04T06:43:45.204683-08:00

Turkish Airlines Reports Record $2.4 Billion Profit in 2024

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Turkish Airlines to Commence Istanbul-Phnom Penh Route Via Bangkok in December Starting December 10, 2025, Turkish Airlines will operate three weekly flights from Istanbul to Phnom Penh via Bangkok, using Airbus A330-300 aircraft. This marks the carrier as the first European airline to connect Europe with Cambodia's capital, aiming to enhance regional trade relations.

2025-03-03T13:45:22.455268-08:00

Turkish Airlines to Commence Istanbul-Phnom Penh Route Via Bangkok in December

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