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August 20, 2026

TAAG – Linhas Aéreas de Angola has ensured flight regularity between Luanda and Cabinda, according to the national carrier's commercial director, Joelson Vasconcelos…

The National Security Science & Technology Strategy (NSSTS) also outlines an array of second-tier or longer-term technologies to watch, notably quantum and biotech.

Pem-Air has selected Ramco Aviation Software as the technology platform for its engine MRO operations as the company expands its support for larger and next-generation engine types. Ramco Systems…

British Transport Police (BTP) has completed the first phase of its Drone in a Box (DIAB) project with seven operational sites now live. Delivered through The post British Transport Police expands…

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a series of hybrid-electric demonstration flights designed to test connections between smaller airports and Philadelphia International…
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The Norwegian airline posted record TRASK but reported negative EBITDAR of US$8.4 million due to fuel costs and lower fleet utilization.
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The Norwegian airline posted a record TRASK but reported a negative EBITDAR of $8.4 million due to fuel costs and lower fleet utilization.

Appointment of Yaqoob bin Saif bin Hamoud Al Kiyumi follows chief executive replacement at fellow state-owned carrier Oman Air. SalamAir has named a new chief executive on the same day that Oman…

The airline reaches 150 aircraft with Starlink after completing installation on the Boeing 787-8 fleet and beginning operation of the satellite internet-equipped 787-9

MDA Space wants to stop sending its satellites abroad to be launched. Every spacecraft the company builds and tests in Montreal now leaves the country to reach orbit. The post Launch Canada…

DUBLIN — A Lufthansa Boeing 747-8 bound for the United States was forced to declare an emergency and divert to Dublin Airport on Thursday after turning back mid-flight over Scotland. Flight LH430…
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American Airlines is upgrading the interiors of its narrowbody aircraft fleet, with highlights including 4K seatback IFE displays at every seat and the installation of more premium seating options…

A serious breach of security regulations caused operational disruptions at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in the US state of Florida. A 32-year-old man…

Named S301, the star orbits Sagittarius A* roughly every nine years and reaches 25,000 km/s (just over 8% the speed of light)…
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The US space agency uses a Boeing 737 to train crews for Moon missions. The jet previously flew for the US Air Force — on a mission that remains secret to this day. Even NASA is not allowed…

Korean Air is expanding its Australian offering with the launch of direct flights between Seoul-Incheon and Melbourne, with three weekly frequencies from December 18, 2026 until March 14…

Korean Air is expanding its offering in Australia with the launch of direct flights between Seoul–Incheon and Melbourne, with three weekly frequencies from December 18, 2026 to March 14, 2027. The…

Astronomers believe the little red dots we see in the early universe are a newly discovered type of object called a black hole star. The post Astronomers discover a black hole star, a new type of…
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Royal Air Maroc’s cargo division is hoping that the airline’s new flight to the US west coast will prove popular with perishable and textile shippers. The service was launched in June and links…

A new study has found that flight attendants and pilots face the highest risk of dying from radiation-related… The post Cabin crew, pilots at greatest risk of death from radiation-linked cancer…

Voyager 2 realized the vision of what was originally called a Grand Tour of the outer solar system. It is the only craft that has visited all 4 outer planets. The post Voyager 2 spacecraft launched…

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US carrier Alaska Airlines will today announce the opening of two more European destinations for 2027. Both new routes will depart from Seattle, to Athens and Paris CDG…

Last week in Kiel, the German armed forces held the official christening of their first maritime reconnaissance drone, named "Seetaube". … more...

SalamAir has appointed Eng. Yaqoob bin Saif bin Hamoud Al Kiyumi as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2026. The Omani airline said the appointment marks a new chapter in its development…

Hapag-Lloyd is set to increase its presence in Europe’s largest gateway – a key pillar of the Gemini Cooperation’s hub-and-spoke network. The German carrier is to acquire a 25% stake of APM…

Oman Air has new leadership. Nasser Al Sharji takes over as chief executive of the Omani national carrier on September 1. He succeeds Con Korfiatis, who had led the airline since May 2024…

In this week's show, Gordon and Jay discuss two industry giants that are due to speak at the Skift Global Forum 2026 in New York between September 22-24. The conversation kicks off with Air Canada…

Airline Lufthansa has begun commercial operation of its new broadband internet on board short- and medium-haul aircraft. On August 19, 2026, an Airbus…
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Construction has started on a 6,221 m² extension to Airbus’ Belfast wing facility as the manufacturer prepares to ramp up A220 production. The project forms part of a wider multi-million-pound…