The British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) has warned flight crews about a potentially catastrophic mechanical defect involving Airbus aircraft after two separate in-flight engine shutdown incidents raised concerns about cockpit safety systems.
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Norse Atlantic Airways (N0) has launched a formal strategic review that could result in a sale, merger, or long-term partnership after IndiGo (6E) decided to end its Boeing 787 ACMI leasing agreement later this year.
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Syria is preparing to restore direct air connectivity with the Netherlands as authorities finalize arrangements for the launch of nonstop flights between Damascus International Airport (DAM) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
Thai Airways (TG) is preparing a major overhaul of its long-haul passenger experience as the carrier moves toward a more standardized fleet strategy.
AirAsia X (D7) has confirmed a delay to its planned Middle East and Europe expansion after postponing its Bahrain-linked service launch due to ongoing regional instability.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) is preparing to accelerate the retirement of its aging Airbus A330-200 fleet as it moves closer to receiving its first Airbus A350 passenger aircraft later this year.
Wizz Air (W6) has confirmed that it will retain all 11 Airbus A321XLR aircraft in its fleet, ending earlier discussions about transferring some of the long-range narrowbody jets to other operators.
Air India Express (IX) has indefinitely postponed its planned launch operations from Noida International Airport (DXN), reducing the number of airlines scheduled to begin services when the airport opens next week.
Qantas Airways (QF) is in discussions with aircraft manufacturers over a potential order for around 20 wide-body jets, according to industry sources.