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ANA and JAXA Deploy Boeing 737 Sensors to Monitor Climate Change Gases

Japan’s ANA and JAXA are utilizing sensors mounted on a modified Boeing 737 to enhance detailed monitoring of greenhouse gas emissions.

Dec 17, 20251 min
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ANA and JAXA Deploy Boeing 737 Sensors to Monitor Climate Change Gases
ENVIRONMENTAL

Ryanair responds with one word to passenger requesting free flight for photo.

Ryanair gave a viral one-word reply, "No," rejecting a passenger's request for a free ticket for sharing an aerial photo.

Dec 17, 20251 min
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Ryanair responds with one word to passenger requesting free flight for photo.
AIRLINES

Star Air begins Navi Mumbai Airport flights December 25 using Embraer 175 jets.

Star Air becomes the first regional carrier to initiate commercial flight operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport starting December 25.

Dec 17, 20252 min
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Star Air begins Navi Mumbai Airport flights December 25 using Embraer 175 jets.
AIRPORTS

Turkish Airlines Flight Returns to Katunayake After Gear Malfunction

Turkish Airlines safely executed an emergency landing at Katunayake International Airport after a technical malfunction prevented gear retraction

Dec 17, 20251 min
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Turkish Airlines Flight Returns to Katunayake After Gear Malfunction
SAFETY

IndiGo Restores Normal Operations; Goldman Sachs Maintains 'Buy' Rating

IndiGo Airlines has stabilized operations following December disruptions, with Goldman Sachs affirming its 'buy' rating.

Dec 17, 20252 min
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IndiGo Restores Normal Operations; Goldman Sachs Maintains 'Buy' Rating
BUSINESS

US FAA chief commits to maintaining D.C. airspace safety protocols after fatal

US FAA Administrator vowed to uphold strict D.C. airspace safety measures implemented after the fatal airliner collision.

Dec 17, 20252 min
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US FAA chief commits to maintaining D.C. airspace safety protocols after fatal
SAFETY

Ekiti State Agro-Allied Airport Launch Hailed as Key to Economic Growth.

Ekiti State Agro-Allied and Cargo Airport's new commercial flight operations were praised by gubernatorial aspirant Kayode Ojo.

Dec 17, 20251 min
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Ekiti State Agro-Allied Airport Launch Hailed as Key to Economic Growth.
AIRPORTS

JetBlue flight avoids collision with US Air Force tanker near Curaçao

JetBlue Flight 1112 aborted its ascent near Curaçao to avoid a US Air Force tanker allegedly operating without an active transponder.

Dec 17, 20252 min
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JetBlue flight avoids collision with US Air Force tanker near Curaçao
SAFETY

Technical issue forces Turkish Airlines A330 flight to return safely to BIA.

Turkish Airlines Airbus A330 safely returned to Colombo's BIA shortly after takeoff due to an in-flight technical fault.

Dec 17, 20251 min
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Technical issue forces Turkish Airlines A330 flight to return safely to BIA.
SAFETY

USAF acquires two 747-8s for $400 million to accelerate Air Force One training.

The US Air Force bought two 747-8 jumbo jets for $400 million to establish training and spare parts support for the future presidential fleet.

Dec 16, 20252 min
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USAF acquires two 747-8s for $400 million to accelerate Air Force One training.
MANUFACTURING

IATA projects global airline net profits will reach $41 billion by 2026

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) forecasts that global airlines will achieve a combined net profit of $41 billion in 2026.

Dec 16, 20251 min
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IATA projects global airline net profits will reach $41 billion by 2026
BUSINESS

40+ Ryanair Passengers Denied Boarding in Budapest While Aircraft Waited

Ryanair denied boarding to over 40 passengers on a flight from Budapest to Tirana following significant delays at passport control.

Dec 16, 20252 min
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40+ Ryanair Passengers Denied Boarding in Budapest While Aircraft Waited
AIRLINES

Archer Aviation establishes UK engineering hub and hires senior eVTOL leader.

Archer Aviation is expanding its operations by establishing a new eVTOL engineering hub in South West England.

Dec 16, 20251 min
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Archer Aviation establishes UK engineering hub and hires senior eVTOL leader.
TECHNOLOGY

Southwest Airlines stock movement leads midday trading alongside Halliburton.

Southwest Airlines was highlighted among several companies experiencing significant stock price changes during midday trading.

Dec 16, 20251 min
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Southwest Airlines stock movement leads midday trading alongside Halliburton.
BUSINESS

ASL Cargo pilot strikes averted after management and union reach agreement.

ASL Cargo pilot strikes were averted after management and union representatives reached a last-minute deal at the Workplace Relations Commission.

Dec 16, 20251 min
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ASL Cargo pilot strikes averted after management and union reach agreement.
BUSINESS

UK Low-Cost Carrier Named World's Most Delayed Airline in 2025 Report

A prominent UK low-cost carrier was identified by the Flighty tracking app as the world's most delayed airline throughout 2025.

Dec 16, 20251 min
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UK Low-Cost Carrier Named World's Most Delayed Airline in 2025 Report
AIRLINES

Holiday travelers risk missing flights due to common Christmas gift packing errors

Holiday travelers face airport delays due to wrapped gifts and restricted festive items, risking missed flights.

Dec 16, 20252 min
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Holiday travelers risk missing flights due to common Christmas gift packing errors
AIRPORTS

SkyUp connects Dublin and Chișinău starting December 2025 using Boeing 737 fleet.

SkyUp will launch new twice-weekly flights between Dublin, Ireland, and Chișinău, Moldova, beginning December 18, 2025.

Dec 16, 20252 min
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SkyUp connects Dublin and Chișinău starting December 2025 using Boeing 737 fleet.
AIRLINES

Jet2 launches new Copenhagen Christmas market flights from Birmingham Airport

Jet2 adds new weekly flights to Copenhagen from Birmingham Airport for the 2026/2027 Christmas market season.

Dec 16, 20251 min
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Jet2 launches new Copenhagen Christmas market flights from Birmingham Airport
AIRLINES

DXB expects 312,000 travelers on December 28; tips to navigate peak crowds.

Dubai International Airport anticipates 312,000 passengers on December 28, marking its busiest day.

Dec 16, 20252 min
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DXB expects 312,000 travelers on December 28; tips to navigate peak crowds.
AIRPORTS