Rytis
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Aviation journalist at The Engine Cowl: https://www.enginecowl.com
I am sure that Allegiant Air and Viva are closely watching this case.
Aeromexico, Delta secure stay motion vs DOT in its JV case
The Department of Transportation (DOT) wanted Aeromexico and Delta to dismantle the JV by January 1, 2026.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I am sure that Allegiant Air and Viva are closely watching this case.
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What a difference a few days makes
November 13, 2025 at 2:16 PM
What a difference a few days makes
LOT Polish Airlines' route to SFO will begin on May 6, 2026.
LOT Polish Airlines announces direct flights to SFO from May 2026
LOT Polish Airlines will now serve six airports in the United States in May 2026.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
LOT Polish Airlines' route to SFO will begin on May 6, 2026.
Airlines for America (A4A) is looking for a long-term solution to ensure that air travel is not disrupted during government shutdowns.
US airlines call to ensure that aviation does not become collateral damage amid policy disagreements
A4A pointed out that the FAA had $5 billion
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November 13, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Airlines for America (A4A) is looking for a long-term solution to ensure that air travel is not disrupted during government shutdowns.
The transaction was completed via a lessor, who leased the aircraft to the Chilean airline.
Wizz Air sells three A321neo aircraft to JetSMART, ends H1 with $375.7 million net profit
Wizz Air said that the trio were sold to a lessor and then to a "related airline," which was most likely JetSMART.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:07 AM
The transaction was completed via a lessor, who leased the aircraft to the Chilean airline.
The 777-9 arrived in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), today.
After muted presence in Paris and at Farnborough, Boeing’s 777-9 arrives in Dubai ahead of airshow
During the last Dubai Airshow in 2023, Boeing also had the 777-9 on static and flying displays.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:44 PM
The 777-9 arrived in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), today.
It really feels like Biman Bangladesh Airlines has been ordering/affirming its commitment to order aircraft since at least 2023.
Biman Bangladesh orders 25 widebody aircraft from Boeing, reports say
The reported order is yet another twist in a long saga of Biman Bangladesh Airlines' deals with planemakers.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM
It really feels like Biman Bangladesh Airlines has been ordering/affirming its commitment to order aircraft since at least 2023.
Ryanair first teased the move more than a year ago.
Ryanair rolls out 100% digital boarding passes
The move will improve the passenger experience and save a lot of paper, according to Ryanair.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Ryanair first teased the move more than a year ago.
Duffy reiterated that he wants more controllers in the system, however.
USDOT’s Duffy sides with Trump, questions controllers’ ‘patriotism’ during shutdown
Previously, Trump said that controllers who did not show up to work would be replaced with "true Patriots."
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November 12, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Duffy reiterated that he wants more controllers in the system, however.
Boeing's executives have remarked that the 737 MAX shadow factory closed in Q3.
Boeing’s deliveries slow down in October
The difference between October and August and September could be explained by the 737 shadow factory shutting down at the end of Q3.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Boeing's executives have remarked that the 737 MAX shadow factory closed in Q3.
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Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) has introduced a bill in the U.S. House which would "prohibit the restriction of commercial flights before the restriction of private flights during a lapse in appropriations." www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
November 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) has introduced a bill in the U.S. House which would "prohibit the restriction of commercial flights before the restriction of private flights during a lapse in appropriations." www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
Aeromexico is returning to flying between Mexico City and Barcelona.
Aeromexico unveils two new European routes to Paris and Barcelona
Aeromexico last flew from Mexico City to Barcelona just before the pandemic.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Aeromexico is returning to flying between Mexico City and Barcelona.
Consolidation in South America continues.
avianca, GOL parent Abra Group eyes Chile’s SKY acquisition
The transaction is pending regulatory approval.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Consolidation in South America continues.
Spirit Airlines' Q3 operating margin, surprisingly, improved.
Spirit Airlines ends Q3 with a $317.4 million net loss
Despite its progress in its Chapter 11 case, Spirit Airlines expressed substantial doubt about its ability to continue operating.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Spirit Airlines' Q3 operating margin, surprisingly, improved.
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NATCA president about to speak to reporters about air traffic controllers missing their second full paycheck.
November 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
NATCA president about to speak to reporters about air traffic controllers missing their second full paycheck.
All 104 occupants of the aircraft evacuated the Boeing 737-800 via airstairs without any injuries.
NTSB: Improperly reconnected brakes led to American Airlines B737 runway excursion at DFW
Four days before the incident, American Airlines converted the aircraft's brakes.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:14 PM
All 104 occupants of the aircraft evacuated the Boeing 737-800 via airstairs without any injuries.
A consumer group launched a complaint against European airlines in June 2023.
21 European airlines commit to avoiding ‘greenwashing’ claims following EU pressure
In June 2023, the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) complained to the European Commission (EC) about airlines' greenwashing.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:26 PM
A consumer group launched a complaint against European airlines in June 2023.
Wizz Air's first A321XLR has been grounded since the incident at PRG on September 11.
Wizz Air A321XLR descent rate increased by almost 300 fpm before tailstrike in Prague
Wizz Air's A321XLR has remained on the ground in Prague since the incident.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Wizz Air's first A321XLR has been grounded since the incident at PRG on September 11.
The daily retirement rate is up from around four per day before the shutdown, Duffy said.
USDOT’s Duffy claims up to 15 to 20 ATCs retire daily
The good news – for air travel – is that a bill to fund the government moved forward in the Senate.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:36 AM
The daily retirement rate is up from around four per day before the shutdown, Duffy said.
It was not all rosy for IAG, however.
IAG’s net profit highest among Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group at Q3 end
However, Lufthansa Group's carriers welcomed more passengers during the first nine months of 2025.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:42 PM
It was not all rosy for IAG, however.
In November and December 2024, Airbus delivered a total of 207 aircraft.
Airbus’ filings confirm it needs to deliver 235 aircraft to reach year-end goal
It also confirmed that Abra Group ordered 25 A320neo aircraft in January.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:51 PM
In November and December 2024, Airbus delivered a total of 207 aircraft.
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#WizzAir has parked two brand-new Airbus #A321XLRs in Poland and removed their engines to install them on A321neos that have been grounded for months due to the Pratt & Whitney issue - via Corriere [in Italian]
Wizz Air smonta i nuovi Airbus A321Xlr e usa i loro motori per far volare gli altri aerei fermi (e più vecchi)
I due velivoli sono stati spediti da Milano Malpensa a un piccolo aeroporto della Polonia. Continua la crisi dei propulsori Pratt&Whitney e ora la low cost smonta i suoi aerei più moderni
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November 7, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Three Central Asia airlines ordered up to 10 737 MAX 8 and 27 787-9 aircraft, with the deals being announced amid the C5+1 Summit.
Boeing lands 737 MAX & 787 orders from Air Astana, Somon Air, & Uzbekistan Airways
As the C5+1 Summit, which included the representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and the United States, concluded, Boeing has announced three orders from airline...
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November 7, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Three Central Asia airlines ordered up to 10 737 MAX 8 and 27 787-9 aircraft, with the deals being announced amid the C5+1 Summit.
Wizz Air confirms that not only are 88 A321neo deliveries deferred, but also that its A321XLR order book is now only 11 aircraft.
Wizz Air confirms 88 Airbus delivery deferrals, slashes A321XLR order book to 11 units
Wizz Air reiterated that its order book for 273 Airbus A321neo aircraft remains intact.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Wizz Air confirms that not only are 88 A321neo deliveries deferred, but also that its A321XLR order book is now only 11 aircraft.