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Guernsey Airport Schedules Sunday Runway Closure for Major Maintenance Project

Guernsey Airport will close its runway for five hours on Sunday, 23 June, to facilitate essential maintenance work. The closure is scheduled from 12:00 to 17:00 BST as part of a comprehensive £24 million runway rehabilitation project. During this period, contractors will focus on replacing concrete bays at

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Aer Lingus Regional to Relaunch Flights Between Belfast City and Dublin

Flights are set to resume between George Best Belfast City Airport and Dublin Airport starting in late April. The route will be operated by Emerald Airlines under the Aer Lingus Regional brand. This service restores a key connection that was lost when the previous operator, Stobart Air, ceased trading. The

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Container Shipping Grapples with Early Peak Season and Bunker Fuel Uncertainty

Container shipping is navigating an unusually early and strong peak season, pushing freight rates to new highs. A primary driver is shippers pulling orders forward to restock and avoid future disruptions, creating a surge in demand. This is exacerbated by tight vessel capacity, as Red Sea diversions force longer voyages

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US Airline Captains on Track for Record Hourly Pay, Nearing $600 by 2026

New labor agreements are set to dramatically increase the hourly pay for captains at major US airlines by 2026. Pilots at legacy carriers like Delta, United, and American will see the most significant gains, particularly those flying widebody aircraft. For example, a senior captain on a Boeing 777 or Airbus

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JFK's Cargo Handling Shake-Up: New York Aims to Scrap DSP Model Amidst Cost Concerns

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) is actively seeking to dismantle the long-standing Designated Service Provider (DSP) model for air cargo at JFK Airport. This current system is heavily criticized for causing significant delays and congestion by forcing truckers to visit multiple, separate airline-specific

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Rival Railroads Oppose Landmark Canadian Pacific-Kansas City Southern Merger, Citing Competition Concerns

Canadian Pacific's (CP) proposed $31 billion acquisition of Kansas City Southern (KCS) is facing strong opposition from nearly all rival rail operators. Competitors, including Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, are urging regulators to impose strict conditions or block the deal entirely, fearing it will stifle competition and disrupt

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Quito Airport Sets New Record for Mother's Day Flower Shipments

Quito's Mariscal Sucre International Airport has broken its record for flower exports during the 2024 Mother's Day season. The airport processed 24,377 metric tons of flowers, a significant 14% increase over the previous year. This massive operation involved 455 dedicated cargo flights departing between mid-

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Southwest Airlines Bans Advanced Robots Two Days After First-Ever Onboard Transport

Southwest Airlines has updated its baggage policy to effectively ban advanced robots, just two days after one flew as checked luggage. A Boston Dynamics 'Spot' robot was transported from Houston to Orlando for a medical conference. Following the flight, the airline revised its contract of carriage, specifically targeting

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Qatar Airways Cargo Expands Global Network with New Freighter Destinations

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced a significant expansion of its global network with the introduction of new freighter services. The carrier is launching flights to three new European destinations: Warsaw, Zurich, and Helsinki. In addition to these new routes, the airline is also increasing frequencies to several existing key hubs.

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Business Aviation Urged to Prepare for 2026 FIFA World Cup Airspace Complexity

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is advising operators to begin planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be held across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The event's scale, spanning 16 host cities, is expected to create unprecedented airspace congestion and logistical challenges. Operators should

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British Airways Owner IAG Plans UK Expansion, Set to Create 1,000 Jobs

International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, has announced plans for a significant expansion of its UK operations. The growth is expected to create up to 1,000 new jobs across the country. CEO Luis Gallego identified key opportunities in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector,

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EU Pesticide Ban on LATAM Imports Undercuts New Duty Relief for Air Cargo

A new European Union ban on certain food imports from Latin America, due to concerns over pesticide residues, is negatively impacting the air cargo market. The restrictions on products like mangoes, melons, and peppers from countries such as Brazil and Colombia are causing a significant dent in trade volumes. This

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American Airlines Unveils Record-Breaking Summer Schedule with Five Flights Per Minute

American Airlines is preparing for its largest summer schedule in company history, planning to operate over 780,000 flights between mid-May and early September. This represents a 10% increase in capacity compared to the same period in 2023. The massive operation averages out to nearly 7,100 flights per

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Riyadh Cargo Names GSSA Partners to Expand Reach in Egypt, India, and UAE

Riyadh Cargo, a division of Saudia Cargo, has announced the appointment of new General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) partners across three key markets. The company has selected GSA Force to represent its interests in Egypt, Group Concorde for India, and HAE Group for the United Arab Emirates. This strategic

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Brookfield to Acquire World Freight Company from PAI and EQT in Major Logistics Deal

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners has reached an agreement to acquire World Freight Company (WFC) from private equity firms PAI Partners and EQT. WFC is a major global provider of air cargo logistics and ground handling services, operating across five continents. The deal is reportedly valued at around €1.5 billion, marking

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Breeze Airways Marks Third Anniversary With Enhanced Onboard Menu

Breeze Airways is celebrating its third year of operations by introducing a new range of in-flight snacks and beverages. The updated menu, part of the airline's 'Breeze Ascent' offering, includes items like a 'Breeze-Bite' box, Tillamook cheese, and new alcoholic options. This

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Inside Southwest Airlines' Secret Mission to Retrofit 10 Boeing 737s in a Single Night

Southwest Airlines recently executed a massive and secret overnight operation to upgrade ten of its Boeing 737-800 aircraft simultaneously. The complex logistical challenge involved installing new, wider Recaro seats to enhance passenger comfort and modernize the cabin. The operation was meticulously planned to avoid any disruption to the airline&

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Cargojet Enters European Market with New Hamilton-Liege Freighter Route

Canadian cargo airline Cargojet has launched a new scheduled weekly freighter service into Europe, marking a significant international expansion. The new route directly connects the carrier's hub in Hamilton, Canada, with Liege Airport in Belgium. Operated by a Boeing 767-300F aircraft, the service is a response to

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Los Angeles Port Volumes Surge as Shippers Reroute Cargo from East Coast Amid Labor Uncertainty

The Port of Los Angeles reported a significant year-on-year increase in container imports for May, marking its tenth consecutive month of growth. This surge in West Coast traffic contrasts with a notable slump at major ports on the US East and Gulf coasts. The primary driver of this

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Heathrow Airport Reports Record-Breaking Passenger Numbers for April

Heathrow Airport has announced its busiest April on record, with nearly 8 million passengers passing through its terminals. This figure marks the 38th consecutive month of growth for the UK's primary aviation hub. Over the past 12 months, the airport has served a total of 81.5 million

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Regional Conflict Costs Middle East Air Cargo Sector Over $1 Billion

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has resulted in over $1 billion in lost air cargo revenue for the region's airports, according to ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East. This substantial financial loss is equivalent to approximately 230,000 tonnes of cargo. The impact stems from widespread

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Riyadh Cargo Expands GSSA Network into UAE, India, and Egypt

Riyadh Cargo, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabian Logistics (SAL), is expanding its international presence by appointing new General Sales and Service Agents (GSSAs) in three key markets. The company has partnered with Globe Air Cargo in the UAE, World Cargo Solutions in India, and Universal Air Cargo in Egypt. This

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Revealed: What Boeing 777 Pilots Can Expect to Earn by 2026

Salaries for Boeing 777 pilots are projected to reach new heights by 2026, driven by landmark contracts at major US carriers. An experienced captain at an airline like United can now command an hourly rate exceeding $500. This pushes annual base salaries well over $400,000, with the potential to

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Qatar Cargo Boosts Winter Schedule with Increased Frequencies Across Asia, Americas, and Europe

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced a significant capacity increase for its winter 2023 schedule in response to market demand. The expansion includes additional weekly freighter flights to key international hubs. Major cities like Chicago will now see 11 weekly flights, while Amsterdam will also increase to 11 weekly frequencies. In

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Leeds Bradford Airport Begins £11m Terminal Upgrade Project

Work has started on an £11 million project to upgrade the terminal at Leeds Bradford Airport. This development is the first phase of a larger £100 million investment plan to modernize the facility. The initial construction will focus on expanding the departure lounge, enhancing the security hall, and adding new