This Week

Recent developments from the past 7 days

Will FAA Waive Emissions Rule for Boeing's 777 Freighter Production?

FAA is reviewing Boeing's request for a temporary emissions exemption for 35 777 Freighters to prevent a wide-body cargo aircraft shortage before the

Dec 21, 20253 min
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Will FAA Waive Emissions Rule for Boeing's 777 Freighter Production?
REGULATORY

Air India Express Pilot's Lawyer Contests Facts in Delhi Airport Altercation

Air India Express pilot Captain Sejwal was suspended after a passenger altercation at Delhi Airport; his lawyer claims facts are misrepresented and

Dec 21, 20253 min
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Air India Express Pilot's Lawyer Contests Facts in Delhi Airport Altercation
AIRLINES

How interCaribbean Airways' New San Juan-St. Kitts Route Boosts Regional Travel

To diversify tourism arrivals, [interCaribbean Airways](https://www.intercaribbean.com) launched a twice-weekly San Juan-St. Kitts service, simplifying

Dec 21, 20253 min
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How interCaribbean Airways' New San Juan-St. Kitts Route Boosts Regional Travel
AIRLINES

Adani Group Bets Big on India's Aviation Boom, Adding Engine MRO and Cargo

Adani Group consolidates MRO firms and plans engine repair and P2F conversion capabilities, addressing India's need for 1,700 new aircraft and a massive

Dec 21, 20254 min
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Adani Group Bets Big on India's Aviation Boom, Adding Engine MRO and Cargo
BUSINESS

CAAP Elevates Philippine Airport Alert Status for Holiday Passenger Surge

Anticipating a holiday passenger surge, the [Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP)](https://www.caap.gov.ph) enacted a heightened alert

Dec 21, 20253 min
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CAAP Elevates Philippine Airport Alert Status for Holiday Passenger Surge
AIRPORTS

Fake Wheelchair Requests Delay Airline Boarding, Sparking Fraud Concerns

IATA reports a 30% annual increase in airline wheelchair assistance requests, leading to accusations of passengers faking disabilities for early boarding

Dec 21, 20254 min
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Fake Wheelchair Requests Delay Airline Boarding, Sparking Fraud Concerns
AIRLINES

Iberia Ground Staff Strike Threatens Madrid-Barajas Airport Travel During Holidays

IAG-linked ground handling staff at Madrid-Barajas Airport are striking on five key holiday dates, potentially causing major delays for Iberia, British

Dec 21, 20253 min
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Iberia Ground Staff Strike Threatens Madrid-Barajas Airport Travel During Holidays
AIRPORTS

Why Did Air India Express Ground a Pilot After a Delhi Airport Incident?

[Air India Express](https://www.airindiaexpress.in) grounded an off-duty pilot for alleged passenger assault at [Delhi airport](https://www.newdelhiairport

Dec 21, 20253 min
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Why Did Air India Express Ground a Pilot After a Delhi Airport Incident?
SAFETY

FAA Leadership Crisis and Flight Delays: How the 2025 Federal Overhaul Hit Aviation

[FAA] Administrator Mike Whitaker resigned in 2025, followed by a government shutdown that caused massive nationwide flight delays, staffing shortages,

Dec 21, 20254 min
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FAA Leadership Crisis and Flight Delays: How the 2025 Federal Overhaul Hit Aviation
REGULATORY

Winter Fog Grounds 60+ IndiGo Flights Across Major Indian Airports

[IndiGo](https://www.goindigo.in) cancelled over 60 flights across Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad due to severe winter fog; passengers are offered

Dec 21, 20253 min
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Winter Fog Grounds 60+ IndiGo Flights Across Major Indian Airports
AIRLINES

Why 97 Flights Were Cancelled at Delhi Airport Amid Dense Fog

DGCA-monitored [IndiGo](https://www.goindigo.in) and other airlines faced major disruptions at [Indira Gandhi International Airport](https://www.newdelhiai

Dec 21, 20253 min
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Why 97 Flights Were Cancelled at Delhi Airport Amid Dense Fog
AIRPORTS

What Did Navi Mumbai Airport's 'Dress Rehearsal' Prove Before December 25 Launch?

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation's (DGCA) oversight of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) ORAT trials confirms readiness for the

Dec 21, 20253 min
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What Did Navi Mumbai Airport's 'Dress Rehearsal' Prove Before December 25 Launch?
AIRPORTS

How InterGlobe Aviation's Sensex Debut and Mumbai's Second Airport Will Reshape

[InterGlobe Aviation](https://www.goindigo.in) joins the Sensex on Monday as [Navi Mumbai International Airport](https://navimumbai.adaniairports.com)

Dec 21, 20253 min
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How InterGlobe Aviation's Sensex Debut and Mumbai's Second Airport Will Reshape
AIRPORTS

Fiji Airways Explains Auckland Flight Delay: Safety and Busiest Day Ever Cited

Fiji Airways attributed a significant Auckland flight delay to safety and operational constraints, apologizing and committing to reviewing communication

Dec 21, 20253 min
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Fiji Airways Explains Auckland Flight Delay: Safety and Busiest Day Ever Cited
AIRLINES

European Airport Strikes Threaten Christmas Travel Chaos: What You Must Know

European airport strikes by easyJet and SAS staff, plus ongoing Ryanair ground handler walkouts, are causing December flight disruption; check ENAC

Dec 21, 20254 min
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European Airport Strikes Threaten Christmas Travel Chaos: What You Must Know
AIRPORTS

Why Did IndiGo Cancel Flights on December 21 Due to Dense Fog?

IndiGo has cancelled numerous flights from major Indian airports due to dense fog and low visibility, urging passengers to check flight status for

Dec 21, 20252 min
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Why Did IndiGo Cancel Flights on December 21 Due to Dense Fog?
AIRLINES

How Will Guwahati Airport's New Terminal Unlock Southeast Asia Connectivity?

[DGCA](https://www.dgca.gov.in) supported the new Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport terminal, solving capacity constraints and positioning

Dec 21, 20252 min
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How Will Guwahati Airport's New Terminal Unlock Southeast Asia Connectivity?
AIRPORTS

IndiGo warns passengers of flight delays due to dense fog in North India

IndiGo issued a travel advisory warning passengers that dense early-morning fog is likely to disrupt flight operations across Delhi and northern India.

Dec 21, 20252 min
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IndiGo warns passengers of flight delays due to dense fog in North India
AIRLINES

CM Mann: Punjab's New Subsidies Make Pilot Training Affordable for All

The [DGCA](https://www.dgca.gov.in)-approved Patiala Flying Club launched a 50% pilot training subsidy, reducing the Commercial Pilot License cost to

Dec 20, 20253 min
CM Mann: Punjab's New Subsidies Make Pilot Training Affordable for All
BUSINESS

[Delta] [Boeing] 767-300 Forced to Return to MSP After Landing Gear Issue

A [Delta](https://www.delta.com) [Boeing](https://www.boeing.com) 767-300 charter carrying the Minnesota Vikings was forced to return to MSP due to a

Dec 20, 20252 min
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[Delta] [Boeing] 767-300 Forced to Return to MSP After Landing Gear Issue
SAFETY