Volaris and Viva Merger: Will Mexico's New Airline Giant Take Flight?
Mexico's low-cost carriers, Volaris and Viva Aerobus, agreed to merge, potentially creating the country's largest domestic airline, pending regulatory
Dec 22, 20253 min
BUSINESS
This Week
Recent developments from the past 7 days
Pegasus Secures Up to 300 CFM LEAP-1B Engines for Future Boeing 737-10 Fleet
Pegasus Airlines addresses its carbon footprint by ordering up to 300 CFM LEAP-1B engines for its [Boeing](https://www.boeing.com) 737-10 fleet,
Dec 22, 20253 min
BUSINESS
FAA Documents Reveal Starship Explosion Posed Extreme Commercial Flight Safety Risk
[FAA](https://www.faa.gov) documents show the Starship explosion created a temporary no-fly zone, forcing [JetBlue](https://www.jetblue.com) and
Dec 22, 20253 min
SAFETY
Air India’s First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Delivery Imminent: What It Means for
Air India is addressing the growing long-haul demand and capacity gap by inducting its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, significantly expanding its
Dec 22, 20253 min
MANUFACTURING
Which Passenger Marked the 15 Million Milestone for Uzbekistan Airports at Karshi?
A [Ural Airlines](https://www.uralairlines.com/en/) flight delivered the 15 millionth passenger to Karshi Airport, highlighting Uzbekistan Airports'
Dec 22, 20252 min
AIRPORTS
Air France Airbus A320 Engine Failure Forces Emergency Diversion to Lyon
Air France flight AF 7721 from Paris to Ajaccio experienced an engine failure, forcing the Airbus A320 crew to execute an emergency diversion to Lyon,
Dec 22, 20253 min
SAFETY
HAL's Sukhoi Superjet 100 Deal Challenges Airbus and Boeing's India Dominance
India's DGCA is set to approve HAL-built Sukhoi Superjet 100s, challenging the Airbus/Boeing duopoly by creating a subsidized, homegrown regional jet
Dec 22, 20253 min
MANUFACTURING
Sarla Aviation Begins Ground Testing for SYL-X1 eVTOL, Boosting India's Air
Sarla Aviation began ground testing its 7.5-meter SYLLA SYL-X1 eVTOL demonstrator, providing India with a certification-intent platform to advance its
Dec 22, 20253 min
TECHNOLOGY
Adani Group Targets Engine MRO and P2F Conversions in Major Aviation Services Push
Adani Group will integrate Air Works and Indamer to create a single MRO platform, addressing the critical need for domestic engine MRO and P2F conversions
Dec 22, 20253 min
BUSINESS
Guwahati Airport Sets New Standard with India's First Nature-Themed Terminal
DGCA-approved Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport addresses infrastructure needs with India's first nature-themed terminal, setting a new
Dec 22, 20252 min
AIRPORTS
Why Do Unticketed Stowaways Still Board Commercial Planes?
Recent airport security breaches, often caused by tailgating, allow unticketed passengers to board flights, forcing airlines and regulators like the TSA
Dec 22, 20253 min
SAFETY
DGCA Launches Probe After Air India Boeing 777 Suffers Mid-Air Engine Failure
The DGCA is investigating an Air India Boeing 777-300ER mid-air engine shutdown, classified as a serious incident, prompting a full regulatory safety
Dec 22, 20254 min
SAFETY
Why Did Ramaphosa Extend the SAA Corruption Probe Back to 2002?
South African Airways' two-decade corruption probe was broadened by President Ramaphosa, extending the SIU's mandate to recover state funds lost to
Dec 22, 20253 min
AIRLINES
JetBlue Honors Boston Roots with New "Wicked Blue" Airbus A320 Livery
[JetBlue](https://www.jetblue.com) celebrated its **Boston Logan International Airport** focus city status by unveiling a new **Wicked Blue Airbus A320**
Dec 22, 20252 min
AIRLINES
Delta's Strategy Architect Glen Hauenstein Retires: What Happens Next?
Delta President Glen Hauenstein will retire in Feb 2026, marking the end of the premium strategy architect's tenure; Joe Esposito will take over
Dec 22, 20253 min
AIRLINES
Can Public-Private Partnerships Solve Africa's Sustainable Aviation Fuel
African aviation growth is hampered by a lack of SAF infrastructure; Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are essential to mobilize billions in finance and
Dec 22, 20254 min
ENVIRONMENTAL
Delhi Airport Assault: What Did the CISF Report Tell the Aviation Ministry?
Air India Express grounded a pilot after an alleged physical assault on a SpiceJet passenger at Delhi Airport security check, prompting a MoCA probe and a
Dec 22, 20253 min
SAFETY
Why Does Holiday Air Travel Stress Spike Unruly Passenger Incidents?
Transport Canada data shows December has the highest proportion of disruptive passenger reports, driven by holiday air travel stress and fatigue;
Dec 22, 20254 min
SAFETY
Vueling Flight VY3930 Leaves Over 100 Bags in Granada, Disrupting Mallorca
[Vueling](https://www.vueling.com) flight VY3930 from Granada to Palma de Mallorca left over 100 passenger bags behind due to operational issues; the
Dec 22, 20252 min
AIRLINES
How did Air India lose a Boeing 737-200 for 13 years at Kolkata Airport?
Air India discovered a Boeing 737-200 (VT-EHH) forgotten for 13 years at Kolkata Airport, paying ₹10m in fees; the jet will now be used for engineering
Dec 22, 20253 min
BUSINESS