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Air Astana selects Airbus A320neo family aircraft for major fleet modernisation
Air Astana has committed to a major fleet modernisation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding for up to 50 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. This would be the largest ever order placed by the airline, comprising of 25 firm aircraft and 25 purchase options. The agreement includes a mix of Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft, with the first deliveries starting in 2031. The…
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Air Algérie Takes Delivery of Its First Airbus A330-900neo, Accelerating Long-Haul Fleet Renewal
Air Algérie has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-900neo, marking a major step forward in the modernisation of the airline’s long-haul fleet and reinforcing its long-standing partnership with Airbus. The new aircraft is set to play a central role in the carrier’s network expansion from its hub at Algiers–Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), supporting planned growth into transatlantic and Asian…
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Pegasus Chairman Mehmet Nane Introduces the English Edition of “Words I Owe”
Pegasus Airlines Chairman Mehmet Nane introduced the English edition of his book “Size Anlatacaklarım Var,” published as “Words I Owe,” at an event in London.Bringing many firsts and milestones into his 36-year career, Pegasus Airlines Chairman Mehmet Tevfik Nane met with readers at DasDas Box London for the launch of the English version of his book “Words I Owe.” Published…
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IATA Highlights Value of Aviation for Republic of Türkiye
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the Value of Air Transport study for the Republic of Türkiye, at the IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium in Istanbul hosted by Turkish Airlines. The report quantifies the substantial benefits that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates in terms of jobs and economic activity in the country. Highlights from 2023 data…
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A proposal has been introduced in Florida to rename Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) as Donald J. Trump International Airport.
A proposal has been introduced in Florida to rename Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) as Donald J. Trump International Airport. The bill cites the airport’s proximity to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence as a reason for the change. The initiative is led by state representative Meg Weinberger. This proposal follows a recent move to rename a nearby road…
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[NEW] UPS Cargo Plane Crashes 💥 [updated]
A McDonnell Douglas MD-11 freighter operated by UPS Cargo, performing flight #5X2976 from Louisville (SDF) to Honolulu (HNL), crashed shortly after taking off from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. The aircraft was registered as N259UP and was carrying a total of three crew members. Reports indicate that flames were seen coming from one of the engines during takeoff, preventing the…
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DGCA Launches Inspection into Emergency Power System on Select Air India 787s
India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated an investigation into certain Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft operated by Air India following the uncommanded deployment of the emergency power system known as the Ram Air Turbine (RAT). According to the regulator, Boeing has been instructed to submit a comprehensive report outlining preventive measures to avoid such incidents and to provide…
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Data of Over 5 Million Qantas Passengers Leaked
Australian airline Qantas has confirmed that the personal information of more than 5 million of its customers has been leaked on the Dark Web. The cyberattack is believed to be linked to unauthorized access through the airline’s call center in July 2025. Following the discovery of the breach, the company temporarily shut down its customer service platform, Salesforce, and implemented…
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Smoke Detected on Ryanair Aircraft, Passengers Evacuated
A Ryanair Boeing 737-8 MAX preparing to operate a flight from Krakow John Paul II International Airport to Bristol was evacuated after smoke was detected inside the cabin. ➡️ The incident occurred while the aircraft was taxiing. Upon noticing the smoke, the crew immediately initiated emergency procedures, and passengers were evacuated via emergency slides. No injuries were reported. Passengers were…
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TC Shortage in the U.S. Causes Flight Disruptions
The ongoing government shutdown in the United States has led to staffing shortages in air traffic control, resulting in flight delays in some regions. Although air traffic controllers (ATCs) — classified as “critical personnel” by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) — continue to work, their pay has been temporarily suspended. Following this, reports emerged of staff shortages and absenteeism at…
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