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Last Updated: Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, 8:02 PM PDT
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TAAG's reboot: brand overhaul, fleet renewal and transcontinental expansion aiming to reshape African connectivity
By AeroTime: Angola’s national airline, TAAG, is reinventing itself with a new brand, fleet renewal, and plans to expand its network across Africa, South America, and the US.

Europe advances Controller–Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC): implications for airlines and ATC
By AINonline: Business, Air Transport, Defense & General Aviation News.

Canada advances rules for out-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations
By AINonline: Business, Air Transport, Defense & General Aviation News.

Hackers hijack PA systems at Canadian and U.S. airports to broadcast pro‑Hamas, anti‑Trump messages
By Reuters: Hackers took over the public address systems on Tuesday at four airports, three in Canada and one in the United States, to broadcast messages praising Hamas and criticizing President Donald Trump, according to officials and news reports.

Father of Air India pilot in June crash that killed 260 asks Supreme Court for independent probe (seeking causes beyond pilot action)
By Reuters: The 91-year-old father of the Air India pilot in a June crash that killed 260 has asked India's Supreme Court to order an independent investigation that takes into account causes other than pilot action, sources familiar with the matter said.

Private equity firms eye takeover of Australia’s Alliance Airlines
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777 Partners Co-Founder Josh Wander Charged With Alleged $500M Fraud
By Bloomberg: Josh Wander, the co-founder of Miami investment firm 777 Partners, was charged with conspiracy and fraud for allegedly cheating lenders and investors in the firm out of almost $500 million.
