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South Korean low-cost carriers have cut around 900 round-trip international flights and rolled out unpaid leave programs amid soaring fuel prices triggered by Middle East instability.

9. maj 2026 Rapporteret af AI

A $9 billion engine upgrade is set to keep the B-52 bomber flying for nearly a century. The Cold War-era aircraft continues to receive modern updates despite its age.

Egypt has signed an agreement to renew its hosting of the International Civil Aviation Organization's Middle East regional office. ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar praised Egypt's active support for the organization's activities. The Cairo-based office ranks among ICAO's most important globally.

2. maj 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Colombia's Aeronáutica Civil confirmed that Spirit Airlines' global operations closure impacts about 10,000 passengers in the country. The airline immediately suspended all flights after failing its financial reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Authorities and other airlines activated contingency measures to assist those affected.

American Airlines operated its first direct flight from Miami to Caracas on Thursday, seven years after a US ban and months after federal approval, reconnecting families amid improved US-Venezuela ties following Nicolás Maduro's removal from power. The event drew celebrations and praise from the White House.

30. april 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Two months after announcing a creditor restructuring deal, negotiations for a $500 million U.S. government bailout of Spirit Airlines have stalled due to creditor objections and bipartisan backlash. Still in Chapter 11 proceedings despite plans to exit by late spring, the airline reports cash for only days and has postponed a key hearing. Flights continue normally.