Civil aviation news
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August 18, 2026
Azul Linhas Aéreas will launch flights between Confins and Parnaíba, on the Piauí coast, in November, with two weekly frequencies
A French Air and Space Force Rafale pilot identified a fuel leak on a Bombardier Global 6000 business… The post Rafale spots fuel leak on Miami-bound Global 6000 business jet over France appeared…
DB Cargo UK is looking for a new owner, its German parent DB Cargo AG being increasingly focused on its core Central European operations. The UK business, which employs around 2,200 people and…
In a nutshell: Bentonville’s new ‘Prepaid Consolidation’ program, announced earlier this year, promised lower costs and simpler shipping. The trade-off now is that once you’re inside Walmart’s…
A brand-new report has found that Manchester Airport’s Runway 2 has ‘profoundly changed’ the Northern economy over 25 years, and has stated that it could provide an ‘even greater boost’ in the…
Wizz Air is expanding its offering at Sarajevo Airport for the coming winter. The low-cost carrier is adding three new connections in response to Ryanair's withdrawal…
OLATHE, Kan./Aug. 18, 2026 – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced Tacx® NEO 2T with Zwift Cog and Click, a powerful smart trainer that is ready to ride in Zwift and ROUVY1 right out of the box…
Five ways experienced crews still get caught out by weather that isn’t showing up the...
Latvian airline Air Baltic has taken a first step to avert an immediate liquidity crisis. The company announced on 17 August 2026 that bondholders…
Israel is advancing Ramat David and Ziklag as supplementary airports, but security, financing, operation and passenger demand continue to delay a final solution to Ben Gurion’s capacity limits. The…
Hypersonix is an Australian startup looking to change aviation as we know it.
A cable fire forced the Vienna Airport Express to pause earlier than planned. Replacement buses will run from 24 August. The CAT returns in autumn 2027 after the rail line is renovated…
Finnair is making two changes to its management. Arti Zeighami becomes the new Chief Digital Officer on 19 August, succeeding Antti Kleemola, who is leaving the company. Zeighami was previously Chief…
Global freight pricing, booking and procurement platform, Freightos has appointed Yaron Eldad as chief financial officer. Eldad, whose appointment is effective 1 September, brings more than 25 years…
Ascent Global Logistics and Global Crossing Airlines Group (GlobalX) have formally concluded their 2023 exclusive brokerage agreement, following GlobalX’s voluntary dismissal of its lawsuit against…
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Air Astana is extending the suspension of its flights between Kazakhstan and Dubai until September 30, 2026, citing… The post Air Astana extends suspension of Dubai flights through September 30…
The Robinson R44 is known for its simple design, low operating cost and reliable performance. Pilots and small businesses use it for training, sightseeing tours, aerial work…
Frequentis has successfully delivered its latest X10 voice communication system (VCS) for the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA). Managing around 3,000 flights a day, PANSA serves one of…
The UMT has already requested information on possible sick leave, rotations, post coverage and medical follow-up for both those affected and their close contacts. So far, Defence has confirmed…
Ocean shipping lines are taking advantage of shippers by pushing through rate increases which run counter to prevailing market fundamentals, according to one leading maritime trade commentator…
Graz Airport is once again holding an auction of decommissioned equipment and vehicle fleet stock in August 2026. Until the end of the month, interested parties have the chance to buy used…
Troops from Artillery Group No. 6 Dolores and the Telecommunications Platoon of Motorized Brigade No. 4 Rancagua conducted a situational training exercise (STX) with the LAR 160 System…
Personnel from the Marine Infantry Corps (CIM) of the Chilean Navy are undergoing a demanding training period at Fort IM Contraalmirante Félix Aguayo Bastidas in…
The document was signed by Gilberto André Buffara Junior, representing Stella Tecnologia, and Dang Nam Trung, on behalf of Slavie. Aircraft development and manufacturingThe partnership…
The commander of the Southern Joint Command (CCA), Brigadier General Jorge Hinojosa, received the troops of Regiment No. 6 Chacabuco, who arrived in the city of Punta Arenas aboard the…
Navy Captain Óscar García and Navy Captain Carlos Zúñiga were honored as distinguished alumni by the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) of the United States Navy during a symposium…
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) announced that it has completed mandatory drug screening for all Malaysia Airlines pilots, meeting… The post Malaysia Airlines completes mandatory drug screening for…
Menzies Aviation has launched a proof-of-concept trial of AI-powered cargo measurement and build-up technology at its cargo operations at London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR), in partnership with…
Cargo handler Menzies Aviation is testing cargo measurement and build-up technology at its Heathrow operations to see if the technology can create efficiencies in its operations. The trial is being…
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