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      "id": 363,
      "title": "Qantas agrees to $74 million settlement over COVID-19 flight credit refunds",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-13",
      "published_at": "2026-03-13T10:18:26+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "Qantas has agreed to pay a $74 million (AUD $105 million) settlement after a class action was brought on behalf of customers who received travel credits rather than cash refunds when flights were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, 2026, Echo Law , which provided legal representation to affected customers, confirmed that an agreement had been reached with Qantas , covering cancelled flights between January 1, 2020, and November 1, 2022. “The settlement agreement is subject to Court approval and is made with no admission of liability,” an Echo Law representative said. The class action alleged that Qantas “breached its contracts with customers by failing to provide cash refunds for cancelled flights (or failing to provide refunds in a timely manner) and instead providing travel credits”. It also alleged that Qantas had “engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law by misleading customers as to their rights on cancelled flights”. Sydney Airport In a statement, Qantas confirmed that it has reached an agreement to settle the class action that was brought against it in August 2023. “In August 2023, Qantas removed the expiry date on flight credits issued during COVID, meaning customers can request a cash refund indefinitely,” the airline said in a statement on March 13, 2026. Qantas had set aside legal provisions for around $39 million (AUD $55 million), according to the airline’s half-year 2026 financial report. “Qantas",
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      "content_text": "Qantas has agreed to pay a $74 million (AUD $105 million) settlement after a class action was brought on behalf of customers who received travel credits rather than cash refunds when flights were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, 2026, Echo Law , which provided legal representation to affected customers, confirmed that an agreement had been reached with Qantas , covering cancelled flights between January 1, 2020, and November 1, 2022. “The settlement agreement is subject to Court approval and is made with no admission of liability,” an Echo Law representative said. The class action alleged that Qantas “breached its contracts with customers by failing to provide cash refunds for cancelled flights (or failing to provide refunds in a timely manner) and instead providing travel credits”. It also alleged that Qantas had “engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law by misleading customers as to their rights on cancelled flights”. Sydney Airport In a statement, Qantas confirmed that it has reached an agreement to settle the class action that was brought against it in August 2023. “In August 2023, Qantas removed the expiry date on flight credits issued during COVID, meaning customers can request a cash refund indefinitely,” the airline said in a statement on March 13, 2026. Qantas had set aside legal provisions for around $39 million (AUD $55 million), according to the airline’s half-year 2026 financial report. “Qantas has previously made a provision for this matter, and an increase reflecting the settlement will be recognized outside of underlying earnings in the second half of FY26. The settlement amount will be paid to a Court-approved settlement administrator, with payment currently expected in the first half of FY27,” the airline added. Echo Law is also set to bring similar claims for customers who held tickets for Jetstar flights cancelled due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. RELATED Qantas expands network, establishes first overseas cabin crew base in Singapore The post Qantas agrees to $74 million settlement over COVID-19 flight credit refunds appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "id": 364,
      "title": "Long TSA lines, record demand point to strained US spring travel season",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-12",
      "published_at": "2026-03-12T16:54:35+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "Long security lines at some US airports, in tandem with a record spring travel forecast, are raising pressure on the nation’s air travel system just as the busiest part of the season gets underway. In recent days, some travelers have faced waits of up to three hours at airport checkpoints, as Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages and heavy passenger volumes spiraled at a handful of airports. Airlines are expecting a record-breaking spring travel period, with 171 million passengers projected to fly during the March-April 2026 travel window, up 4% from the same period last year, according to Airlines for America. This surge in demand is striking as parts of the system are already under strain, creating the risk of longer lines, tighter recovery from disruptions, and more stress for travelers heading into spring break and the early summer booking push. The clearest warning sign so far has come at airport security. Reuters reported that long lines hit several airports over multiple days, as TSA absences rose. In part, the absences are related to an ongoing partial US government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. At Houston Hobby Airport, local media reported that more than half of scheduled TSA officers called out during part of the spring break rush, contributing to lines that stretched outside the terminal. TSA throughput has already been running at elevated levels this month, with Reuters reporting daily screening totals of around",
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      "content_text": "Long security lines at some US airports, in tandem with a record spring travel forecast, are raising pressure on the nation’s air travel system just as the busiest part of the season gets underway. In recent days, some travelers have faced waits of up to three hours at airport checkpoints, as Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages and heavy passenger volumes spiraled at a handful of airports. Airlines are expecting a record-breaking spring travel period, with 171 million passengers projected to fly during the March-April 2026 travel window, up 4% from the same period last year, according to Airlines for America. This surge in demand is striking as parts of the system are already under strain, creating the risk of longer lines, tighter recovery from disruptions, and more stress for travelers heading into spring break and the early summer booking push. The clearest warning sign so far has come at airport security. Reuters reported that long lines hit several airports over multiple days, as TSA absences rose. In part, the absences are related to an ongoing partial US government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. At Houston Hobby Airport, local media reported that more than half of scheduled TSA officers called out during part of the spring break rush, contributing to lines that stretched outside the terminal. TSA throughput has already been running at elevated levels this month, with Reuters reporting daily screening totals of around 2.70 million on March 6 and 2.78 million passengers on March 8. According to consumer groups, roundtrip domestic flights to spring break hot spots are running about 2% higher than a year ago, averaging around $815. That is not an airfare spike, but it does mean delays, missed flights, or rebooking problems could be more painful for travelers who are already paying more for peak-season trips. Rising oil prices due to the war in Iran could cause additional pain for air travelers as airlines across the globe are forced to raise fares to offset costs. That could translate into a one-two punch that would cause air travel misery at airports hit hardest by TSA staffing disruptions. The post Long TSA lines, record demand point to strained US spring travel season appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "title": "IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down as leader of India’s largest airline",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-10",
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      "evidence_text": "IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers is stepping down as leader of India’s largest airline with immediate effect and will be replaced by an interim appointee from within the company. IndiGo , or InterGlobe Aviation, issued a statement on March 10, 2026, thanking Elbers for his “contribution and service to the organization” and wished him “well in his future endeavors”. Elbers joined IndiGo as the airline’s new leader in 2022, after a 30-year career at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, including as the carrier’s CEO for 12 years. Earlier this year, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) hit IndiGo with around a $2.6 million fine following huge operational disruptions, affecting thousands of passengers in December 2025. In its ruling on January 17, 2026, the Indian regulator also cautioned Elbers along with other senior employees. Miquel Ros / AeroTime Rahul Bhatia, Managing Director of IndiGo, will take over until the airline announces the arrival of a new leader. “Rahul returns to assume management of the affairs of the airline to strengthen the Company’s Culture, reinforce Operational Excellence and deepen its commitment to delivering exceptional service of care, reliability and professionalism to its customers,” said the Chairman of the Board, Vikram Singh Mehta. Bhatia added: “While placing Culture, Service Excellence and Stakeholder Trust at the forefront of its operations, IndiGo will continue to sharpen its strategic focus on serving India and her people with an airline that is p",
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      "content_text": "IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers is stepping down as leader of India’s largest airline with immediate effect and will be replaced by an interim appointee from within the company. IndiGo , or InterGlobe Aviation, issued a statement on March 10, 2026, thanking Elbers for his “contribution and service to the organization” and wished him “well in his future endeavors”. Elbers joined IndiGo as the airline’s new leader in 2022, after a 30-year career at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, including as the carrier’s CEO for 12 years. Earlier this year, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) hit IndiGo with around a $2.6 million fine following huge operational disruptions, affecting thousands of passengers in December 2025. In its ruling on January 17, 2026, the Indian regulator also cautioned Elbers along with other senior employees. Miquel Ros / AeroTime Rahul Bhatia, Managing Director of IndiGo, will take over until the airline announces the arrival of a new leader. “Rahul returns to assume management of the affairs of the airline to strengthen the Company’s Culture, reinforce Operational Excellence and deepen its commitment to delivering exceptional service of care, reliability and professionalism to its customers,” said the Chairman of the Board, Vikram Singh Mehta. Bhatia added: “While placing Culture, Service Excellence and Stakeholder Trust at the forefront of its operations, IndiGo will continue to sharpen its strategic focus on serving India and her people with an airline that is professionally managed, operationally reliable and globally respected.” RELATED Indian regulator fines IndiGo over December flight chaos, warns top managers The post IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down as leader of India’s largest airline appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "id": 365,
      "title": "STARLUX Airlines to lease eight Airbus A321neo jets from BOC Aviation",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-12",
      "published_at": "2026-03-12T13:58:16+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "STARLUX Airlines has informed the Taiwan Stock Exchange of its intention to lease eight Airbus A321neo jets from BOC Aviation (UK). In an update posted on Taiwan’s Market Observation Post System (MOPS), STARLUX stated that each Airbus A321neo is priced at around $81.25 million. A decision to announce the lease agreement to the market was confirmed by the board of directors on March 10, 2026. According to ch-aviation , STARLUX’s current active fleet already includes 13 A321neos, with six more of the aircraft type yet to be delivered. STARLUX In addition, STARLUX’s all-Airbus fleet also operates six A330neos, nine A350-900s and a single A350-1000. The chairman and founder of STARLUXs, Chang Kuo-Wei delivered the airline’s first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft on January 6, 2026, following a 13-hour flight from Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS). A further 17 A350-1000s are set to join STARLUX including two with a liquid metal livery designed by Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama . 東日本大震災で犠牲となられた方々へ、ご冥福をお祈り申し上げます。 昨日、空山基氏とのプロジェクト「STARLUX AIRSORAYAMA」1号機・B-58553が、仏トゥールーズでその姿を現しました。 シルバーとゴールドに輝く2機の #A350_1000 が、この夏台湾と日本の空へ舞い上がります。 #STARLUX #AIRSORAYAMA pic.twitter.com/9TXLW8dSGg — STARLUX Airlines Japan (@starluxjapan) March 11, 2026 Dubbed AIRSORAYAMA, Sorayama has adopted his distinctive style usings a metallic aesthetic to create one aircraft designed in gold and the other in silver. The silver A350-1000 was recently spotted at the Airbus facility in Toulouse. Both aircraft are expected to ",
      "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/starlux-airlines-lease-airbus-a321neo-boc-aviation",
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      "content_text": "STARLUX Airlines has informed the Taiwan Stock Exchange of its intention to lease eight Airbus A321neo jets from BOC Aviation (UK). In an update posted on Taiwan’s Market Observation Post System (MOPS), STARLUX stated that each Airbus A321neo is priced at around $81.25 million. A decision to announce the lease agreement to the market was confirmed by the board of directors on March 10, 2026. According to ch-aviation , STARLUX’s current active fleet already includes 13 A321neos, with six more of the aircraft type yet to be delivered. STARLUX In addition, STARLUX’s all-Airbus fleet also operates six A330neos, nine A350-900s and a single A350-1000. The chairman and founder of STARLUXs, Chang Kuo-Wei delivered the airline’s first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft on January 6, 2026, following a 13-hour flight from Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS). A further 17 A350-1000s are set to join STARLUX including two with a liquid metal livery designed by Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama . 東日本大震災で犠牲となられた方々へ、ご冥福をお祈り申し上げます。 昨日、空山基氏とのプロジェクト「STARLUX AIRSORAYAMA」1号機・B-58553が、仏トゥールーズでその姿を現しました。 シルバーとゴールドに輝く2機の #A350_1000 が、この夏台湾と日本の空へ舞い上がります。 #STARLUX #AIRSORAYAMA pic.twitter.com/9TXLW8dSGg — STARLUX Airlines Japan (@starluxjapan) March 11, 2026 Dubbed AIRSORAYAMA, Sorayama has adopted his distinctive style usings a metallic aesthetic to create one aircraft designed in gold and the other in silver. The silver A350-1000 was recently spotted at the Airbus facility in Toulouse. Both aircraft are expected to join the STARLUX fleet in the third quarter of 2026. RELATED STARLUX partners with ‘visionary artist’ on A350 liquid metal livery designs The post STARLUX Airlines to lease eight Airbus A321neo jets from BOC Aviation appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "title": "Spirit Airlines memo lays out plan to recall around 500 furloughed pilots",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-12",
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      "evidence_text": "Spirit Airlines plans to recall around 500 furloughed pilots, according to an internal memo citing the low-cost carrier’s “evolving needs”. On March 10, 2026, CNBC reported that the number of pilots leaving the airline had been higher than was originally projected. Some staff had moved to rival carriers leading to operational challenges. In the memo to furloughed pilots last week, Spirit Airlines wrote: “Pilot attrition has been higher than forecast, making precise alignment between staffing and the reduced schedule more challenging.” The airline added that the arrival of more pilots will “strengthen the foundation of our post-bankruptcy future”. From late 2024 and through 2025, Spirit Airlines furloughed hundreds of pilots in an effort to reduce expenses and improve its financial situation. Explaining the pilot recall, Spirit Airlines told CNBC that the airline continues to “make adjustments to meet the evolving needs” of the company. Spirit Airlines expects to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy later this year after reshaping the carrier into a slimmer, leaner model. The current Chapter 11 bankruptcy was Spirit Airlines’ second over nine-month period when the process began in August 2025. As part of its planned emerger from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Spirit Airlines has shed dozens of aircraft with another 20 Airbus jets set to be sold at auction. RELATED Spirit moves to auction 20 Airbus jets, sets $533.5M bid floor The post Spirit Airlines memo lays out plan to recall around 500 furl",
      "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/spirit-airlines-furloughed-pilots",
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      "content_text": "Spirit Airlines plans to recall around 500 furloughed pilots, according to an internal memo citing the low-cost carrier’s “evolving needs”. On March 10, 2026, CNBC reported that the number of pilots leaving the airline had been higher than was originally projected. Some staff had moved to rival carriers leading to operational challenges. In the memo to furloughed pilots last week, Spirit Airlines wrote: “Pilot attrition has been higher than forecast, making precise alignment between staffing and the reduced schedule more challenging.” The airline added that the arrival of more pilots will “strengthen the foundation of our post-bankruptcy future”. From late 2024 and through 2025, Spirit Airlines furloughed hundreds of pilots in an effort to reduce expenses and improve its financial situation. Explaining the pilot recall, Spirit Airlines told CNBC that the airline continues to “make adjustments to meet the evolving needs” of the company. Spirit Airlines expects to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy later this year after reshaping the carrier into a slimmer, leaner model. The current Chapter 11 bankruptcy was Spirit Airlines’ second over nine-month period when the process began in August 2025. As part of its planned emerger from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Spirit Airlines has shed dozens of aircraft with another 20 Airbus jets set to be sold at auction. RELATED Spirit moves to auction 20 Airbus jets, sets $533.5M bid floor The post Spirit Airlines memo lays out plan to recall around 500 furloughed pilots appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "title": "Turkish Airlines launches Yerevan flights as Turkey and Armenia mend ties",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-12",
      "published_at": "2026-03-12T10:11:31+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "Turkish Airlines completed its first scheduled flight between Istanbul (IST) and Zvartnots International Airport (EVN), Yerevan, Armenia, on March 11, 2026. The new service to the Armenian capital is a politically significant development since it represents a further step toward the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia. The two countries have had an adversarial relationship since the early 1990s, when Armenia became an independent country following the disintegration of the Soviet Union. During all this time Turkey has been a staunch ally of Azerbaijan, a country with which Armenia has had a decades-long conflict over territorial issues. In the aftermath of Azerbaijan having retaken the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh territory, between 2020 and 2023, Turkey and Armenia have engaged in several rounds of discussions aimed at normalizing their bilateral relations and reopening their mutual land border, which has remained closed for more than three decades. It is in this context that air links have sometimes played a role in spearheading advances in negotiations. In 2022, for example, diplomatic apertures were followed by the launch of charter services between Yerevan and Istanbul, operated by Armenia-based carrier FlyOne. This move was followed almost simultaneously by Turkish private carrier Pegasus Airlines launching a nonstop scheduled service between the two cities. Prior to the launch of Turkish Airlines ’ new service, Pegasus Airlines was the only scheduled ope",
      "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/turkish-airlines-launches-yerevan-flights-as-turkey-and-armenia-mend-ties",
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      "content_text": "Turkish Airlines completed its first scheduled flight between Istanbul (IST) and Zvartnots International Airport (EVN), Yerevan, Armenia, on March 11, 2026. The new service to the Armenian capital is a politically significant development since it represents a further step toward the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia. The two countries have had an adversarial relationship since the early 1990s, when Armenia became an independent country following the disintegration of the Soviet Union. During all this time Turkey has been a staunch ally of Azerbaijan, a country with which Armenia has had a decades-long conflict over territorial issues. In the aftermath of Azerbaijan having retaken the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh territory, between 2020 and 2023, Turkey and Armenia have engaged in several rounds of discussions aimed at normalizing their bilateral relations and reopening their mutual land border, which has remained closed for more than three decades. It is in this context that air links have sometimes played a role in spearheading advances in negotiations. In 2022, for example, diplomatic apertures were followed by the launch of charter services between Yerevan and Istanbul, operated by Armenia-based carrier FlyOne. This move was followed almost simultaneously by Turkish private carrier Pegasus Airlines launching a nonstop scheduled service between the two cities. Prior to the launch of Turkish Airlines ’ new service, Pegasus Airlines was the only scheduled operator between the two countries, offering a daily service between Zvartnots International Airport and Sabiha Gökcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul. Turkish Airlines, which used a Boeing 737-900 on its inaugural service to Yerevan, is offering a daily service to the Armenian capital from its hub at Istanbul Airport. The Turkish carrier has already announced its intention to increase the frequency on this route to 10 flights per week. The post Turkish Airlines launches Yerevan flights as Turkey and Armenia mend ties appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "title": "Qatar Airways starts limited flights to Doha",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-09",
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      "evidence_text": "Qatar Airways said it has started operating a limited schedule of flights to and from Doha that will continue over the next several days, widening a cautious restart of service while Qatari airspace remains closed to normal commercial operations due to the war in Iran. The airline said on March 9, 2026, the flights are possible only because the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has approved limited operating corridors, and stressed that the schedule does not signal a full resumption of regular service. The update marks a significant shift from the airline’s earlier contingency plan, which relied on relief flights from neighboring countries such as Oman and Saudi Arabia to move stranded passengers. Qatar Airways had previously arranged repatriation flights from Muscat and Riyadh while Doha operations remained suspended. The new plan brings at least some traffic back through Hamad International Airport (DOH), though under tightly restricted conditions. Under the latest schedule, Qatar Airways said flights departing Doha on March 9, 2026, would include Seoul Incheon (ICN), Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), London-Heathrow (LHR), Delhi, Madrid, Islamabad, Beijing Daxing (PKX), Perth, Nairobi and Istanbul. Starting on March 10, 2026, the airline said it would add services from Doha to Cairo, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Mumbai, Frankfurt, Colombo and Milan, alongside several repeat destinations from the previous day. Return flights into Doha are set to follow on March 10 and 11, 2026. Qat",
      "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/qatar-airways-starts-limited-flights-to-doha",
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      "content_text": "Qatar Airways said it has started operating a limited schedule of flights to and from Doha that will continue over the next several days, widening a cautious restart of service while Qatari airspace remains closed to normal commercial operations due to the war in Iran. The airline said on March 9, 2026, the flights are possible only because the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has approved limited operating corridors, and stressed that the schedule does not signal a full resumption of regular service. The update marks a significant shift from the airline’s earlier contingency plan, which relied on relief flights from neighboring countries such as Oman and Saudi Arabia to move stranded passengers. Qatar Airways had previously arranged repatriation flights from Muscat and Riyadh while Doha operations remained suspended. The new plan brings at least some traffic back through Hamad International Airport (DOH), though under tightly restricted conditions. Under the latest schedule, Qatar Airways said flights departing Doha on March 9, 2026, would include Seoul Incheon (ICN), Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), London-Heathrow (LHR), Delhi, Madrid, Islamabad, Beijing Daxing (PKX), Perth, Nairobi and Istanbul. Starting on March 10, 2026, the airline said it would add services from Doha to Cairo, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Mumbai, Frankfurt, Colombo and Milan, alongside several repeat destinations from the previous day. Return flights into Doha are set to follow on March 10 and 11, 2026. Qatar Airways said scheduled operations remain temporarily suspended overall and told passengers not to go to the airport unless they hold a valid confirmed ticket. The carrier said it will resume normal operations only after the Qatari airspace closure is fully lifted by authorities. The limited schedule underscores both the importance of Doha as a global connecting hub and the constraints airlines still face as the regional conflict continues to disrupt Gulf aviation. Qatar Airways had begun limited repatriation flying from Doha to several European cities after partial corridor access was granted, while broader air traffic through Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi remained heavily disrupted. The post Qatar Airways starts limited flights to Doha appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "id": 377,
      "title": "Cathay Pacific unveils latest 80th anniversary livery on Boeing 777-300ER",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-09",
      "published_at": "2026-03-09T15:46:41+00:00",
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      "event_type": "fleet_manufacturing",
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      "evidence_text": "Cathay Pacific has unveiled its latest 80th anniversary livery on a Boeing 777-300ER following the ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ retro design earlier this year on an Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 freighter. On March 9, 2026, the newly painted Boeing 777-300ER , registered B-KQU, reentered commercial service with the ‘Spirit of Hong Kong – 80th Anniversary Edition’ livery designed by artist Victor Wong. Cathay teamed up with the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) on the project to champion Hong Kong’s arts and culture on the world stage, all while also celebrating the carrier’s 80th anniversary. Cathay said an unveiling ceremony for the new livery was held on March 9, 2026, at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) in the presence of the airline’s CEO Ronald Lam. Cathay Pacific “For eight decades, Cathay has grown alongside Hong Kong. As we mark ‘80 Years Together’ with our home city, we are honoring our heritage with the return of our classic ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ livery on our Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 aircraft, while also embracing the future with a vibrant modern art livery on our Boeing 777-300ER aircraft,” said Lam. He added that the aim of the project was to “support outstanding local artistic creativity and showcase the unique culture and spirit of Hong Kong to audiences around the world”. The livery carries both Cathay’s ‘80 Years Together’ anniversary mark and WKCDA’s logo. Cathay Pacific RELATED Retro livery and vintage uniforms: how Cathay Pacific is celebra",
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      "title": "Ryanair insists we failed to board a phantom flight",
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      "title": "Cathay Pacific offers £20,000 Sydney-London flight amid disruption in Gulf",
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      "title": "‘DM your details’: Travellers warned of scam airline accounts as Iran war disrupts flights",
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      "date": "2026-03-15",
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      "title": "Gol Unveils First Transatlantic Routes As A330 Entry Nears",
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      "title": "Aena Advances $5B Madrid Expansion Amid Charges Dispute",
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      "title": "Cabo Verde Airlines Plans U.S. Return",
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      "id": 184,
      "title": "MCO Targets Long-Haul Growth After First Asia-Pacific Service",
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      "id": 541,
      "title": "More airlines hike flight prices as Iran war continues to disrupt oil supply",
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      "evidence_text": "Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways join Qantas in increasing prices, as travellers flock to airlines that don’t have Middle East stopovers Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways are among a growing number of airlines hiking air fares as conflict in the Middle East boosts oil prices and sends travellers flocking to alternative stopover destinations in Asia. The US and Israel’s war on Iran has sent the price of oil soaring while restricting access to refineries, with experts predicting air fares could be elevated for months even if the conflict ends. Continue reading...",
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      "title": "JetBlue Airways Adds More Fort Lauderdale Flights",
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      "title": "Riyadh Air Targets 15 Destinations In Initial Network Phase",
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      "title": "The Data Appeal Company becomes official partner of The Tourism Seasonality Summit",
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      "title": "Airport In Focus: Penang International Airport",
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      "title": "Brazil’s Airlines Face SAF Mandate Challenges",
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      "date": "2026-03-11",
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      "date": "2026-03-11",
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      "title": "Azul CEO: Structural Barriers Constrain Brazil’s Growth",
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      "date": "2026-03-09",
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      "evidence_text": "The Brazilian aviation market has significant growth potential but remains constrained by structural challenges, according to John Rodgerson, CEO of Azul.",
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      "title": "Ceny ropy uderzają w linie lotnicze. Akcje spadają",
      "source": "Business Insider - Linie Lotnicze",
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      "evidence_text": "Rosnące ceny ropy naftowej i eskalacja konfliktu między USA, Izraelem a Iranem wywierają presję na azjatyckie linie lotnicze. Sytuacja komplikuje się dodatkowo przez ograniczoną przestrzeń powietrzną w regionie, co zmusza przewoźników do wydłużania tras i zwiększania kosztów operacyjnych. W efekcie akcje notowanych na giełdach linii lotniczych spadają — zauważa Reuters.",
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      "title": "Riyadh Air Targets 15 Destinations In Initial Network Phase - Aviation Week",
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      "title": "Air NZ to cut 1,100 flights amid soaring fuel prices, Middle East conflict",
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      "date": "2026-03-12",
      "published_at": "2026-03-12T10:41:10+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "Air New Zealand has announced plans to cancel approximately 1,100 flights through early May 2026, impacting around 44,000 passengers, as the airline grapples with the global fuel crisis caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The move comes as the airline faces unprecedented challenges, with soaring jet fuel prices and disruptions to global energy supply routes. “We know that affordability around flying is a real challenge,” Air New Zealand Chief Executive Nikhil Ravishankar said during an interview with the New Zealand news program Morning Report. “Even in these unprecedented times, there’s a limit to what we can pass on to our customers.” The flight cancellations, which represent about a 5% reduction in the airline’s scheduled services, will affect both domestic and international routes. However, Ravishankar noted that flights between New Zealand and the United States would not be impacted due to increased demand for alternative routes to Europe. Passengers affected by the cancellations will be rebooked on alternative flights, with most being accommodated on the same day. The airline has not yet announced the specific flights that will be canceled, but Ravishankar stated that services would be cut “proportionally across the board,” with a focus on off-peak services. “Maintaining regional connectivity is very high on the agenda,” Ravishankar added, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to serving its domestic market. The International Energy Agency recently agreed ",
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      "title": "Riyadh Air’s initial network of 15 destinations revealed: report",
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      "date": "2026-03-15",
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      "content_text": "Riyadh Air is planning to operate an initial network of 15 destinations spanning the Middle East, Europe and Asia, according to aviation news site Aeroroutes . Although not officially published by the airline, this preliminary route network has appeared on the “S26 start of season report” published by Airport Coordination Limited (ACL) , a British firm that acts as a slot coordinator at several major airports worldwide. According to the report, Riyadh Air’s initial destinations in Europe will be Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Manchester (MAN) and Madrid-Barajas (MAD), in addition to London-Heathrow (LHR), an airport which the Saudi carrier has already been serving in a limited capacity since October 2025 , with flights only open to company insiders. Riyadh Air will also fly from its base in the Saudi capital to Cairo (CAI), Amman (AMM), Dubai (DXB), Islamabad (ISB), Lahore (LHE), Mumbai (BOM), Bangkok (BKK), Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Jakarta (CGK) and Manila (MNL). Jeddah (JED) will be the only domestic destination, at least initially. As many industry commentators have noted, all these destinations, except Manchester, are already being served from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) by Saudia, the other Saudi national carrier, which will be focus its activities on Jeddah after Riyadh Air’s commercial launch. It is important to remark that the fact that a destination appears in the ACL report does not mean it will be operated. In this regard, Riyadh Air has only officially confirmed that it will be flying to Cairo, Dubai International and London Heathrow when it starts regular scheduled operations. As of March 15, 2026, Riyadh Air’s new generation online booking platform is not yet open to the public. RELATED Exclusive interview with Riyadh Air’s CEO Tony Douglas at World Aviation Festival The post Riyadh Air’s initial network of 15 destinations revealed: report appeared first on AeroTime .",
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          "title": "Qantas agrees to $74 million settlement over COVID-19 flight credit refunds",
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          "date": "2026-03-13",
          "published_at": "2026-03-13T10:18:26+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Qantas has agreed to pay a $74 million (AUD $105 million) settlement after a class action was brought on behalf of customers who received travel credits rather than cash refunds when flights were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, 2026, Echo Law , which provided legal representation to affected customers, confirmed that an agreement had been reached with Qantas , covering cancelled flights between January 1, 2020, and November 1, 2022. “The settlement agreement is subject to Court approval and is made with no admission of liability,” an Echo Law representative said. The class action alleged that Qantas “breached its contracts with customers by failing to provide cash refunds for cancelled flights (or failing to provide refunds in a timely manner) and instead providing travel credits”. It also alleged that Qantas had “engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law by misleading customers as to their rights on cancelled flights”. Sydney Airport In a statement, Qantas confirmed that it has reached an agreement to settle the class action that was brought against it in August 2023. “In August 2023, Qantas removed the expiry date on flight credits issued during COVID, meaning customers can request a cash refund indefinitely,” the airline said in a statement on March 13, 2026. Qantas had set aside legal provisions for around $39 million (AUD $55 million), according to the airline’s half-year 2026 financial report. “Qantas",
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          "content_text": "Qantas has agreed to pay a $74 million (AUD $105 million) settlement after a class action was brought on behalf of customers who received travel credits rather than cash refunds when flights were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, 2026, Echo Law , which provided legal representation to affected customers, confirmed that an agreement had been reached with Qantas , covering cancelled flights between January 1, 2020, and November 1, 2022. “The settlement agreement is subject to Court approval and is made with no admission of liability,” an Echo Law representative said. The class action alleged that Qantas “breached its contracts with customers by failing to provide cash refunds for cancelled flights (or failing to provide refunds in a timely manner) and instead providing travel credits”. It also alleged that Qantas had “engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law by misleading customers as to their rights on cancelled flights”. Sydney Airport In a statement, Qantas confirmed that it has reached an agreement to settle the class action that was brought against it in August 2023. “In August 2023, Qantas removed the expiry date on flight credits issued during COVID, meaning customers can request a cash refund indefinitely,” the airline said in a statement on March 13, 2026. Qantas had set aside legal provisions for around $39 million (AUD $55 million), according to the airline’s half-year 2026 financial report. “Qantas has previously made a provision for this matter, and an increase reflecting the settlement will be recognized outside of underlying earnings in the second half of FY26. The settlement amount will be paid to a Court-approved settlement administrator, with payment currently expected in the first half of FY27,” the airline added. Echo Law is also set to bring similar claims for customers who held tickets for Jetstar flights cancelled due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. RELATED Qantas expands network, establishes first overseas cabin crew base in Singapore The post Qantas agrees to $74 million settlement over COVID-19 flight credit refunds appeared first on AeroTime .",
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          "id": 545,
          "title": "Ryanair insists we failed to board a phantom flight",
          "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
          "date": "2026-03-10",
          "published_at": "2026-03-10T07:00:11+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Airline has refused refund after our flight was diverted because of bad weather and we were left on the plane for six hours I was on a Ryanair flight from Bristol to Dublin that took off during Storm Amy in October last year. It was unable to land at Dublin after two abortive attempts and was diverted to Manchester, where we sat on the plane for six hours, with no complimentary refreshments, before being unceremoniously ejected at nearly midnight. We were told Ryanair staff would organise taxis and hotels, but no crew disembarked with us, and the terminal was deserted. Continue reading...",
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          "title": "Rome updates strike calendar: new airport walk-outs confirmed for 18 March – travellers urged to build buffers - VisaHQ",
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          "date": "2026-03-14",
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          "title": "Flight Cancellations Continue As 3 Major European Airport Strikes Roll On - Forbes",
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          "id": 366,
          "title": "Air NZ to cut 1,100 flights amid soaring fuel prices, Middle East conflict",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T10:41:10+00:00",
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          "content_text": "Air New Zealand has announced plans to cancel approximately 1,100 flights through early May 2026, impacting around 44,000 passengers, as the airline grapples with the global fuel crisis caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The move comes as the airline faces unprecedented challenges, with soaring jet fuel prices and disruptions to global energy supply routes. “We know that affordability around flying is a real challenge,” Air New Zealand Chief Executive Nikhil Ravishankar said during an interview with the New Zealand news program Morning Report. “Even in these unprecedented times, there’s a limit to what we can pass on to our customers.” The flight cancellations, which represent about a 5% reduction in the airline’s scheduled services, will affect both domestic and international routes. However, Ravishankar noted that flights between New Zealand and the United States would not be impacted due to increased demand for alternative routes to Europe. Passengers affected by the cancellations will be rebooked on alternative flights, with most being accommodated on the same day. The airline has not yet announced the specific flights that will be canceled, but Ravishankar stated that services would be cut “proportionally across the board,” with a focus on off-peak services. “Maintaining regional connectivity is very high on the agenda,” Ravishankar added, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to serving its domestic market. The International Energy Agency recently agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil, the largest such move in its history, in an attempt to stabilize crude prices, which have soared due to supply shocks resulting from the US-Israeli war with Iran. Despite this intervention, Air New Zealand continues to face massive cost pressures, with jet fuel prices remaining at elevated levels. RELATED Taking on the Tasman: Air New Zealand increasing flights to Australia and beyond The post Air NZ to cut 1,100 flights amid soaring fuel prices, Middle East conflict appeared first on AeroTime .",
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        {
          "id": 368,
          "title": "Turkish Airlines launches Yerevan flights as Turkey and Armenia mend ties",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T10:11:31+00:00",
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          "impact_level": "medium",
          "evidence_text": "Turkish Airlines completed its first scheduled flight between Istanbul (IST) and Zvartnots International Airport (EVN), Yerevan, Armenia, on March 11, 2026. The new service to the Armenian capital is a politically significant development since it represents a further step toward the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia. The two countries have had an adversarial relationship since the early 1990s, when Armenia became an independent country following the disintegration of the Soviet Union. During all this time Turkey has been a staunch ally of Azerbaijan, a country with which Armenia has had a decades-long conflict over territorial issues. In the aftermath of Azerbaijan having retaken the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh territory, between 2020 and 2023, Turkey and Armenia have engaged in several rounds of discussions aimed at normalizing their bilateral relations and reopening their mutual land border, which has remained closed for more than three decades. It is in this context that air links have sometimes played a role in spearheading advances in negotiations. In 2022, for example, diplomatic apertures were followed by the launch of charter services between Yerevan and Istanbul, operated by Armenia-based carrier FlyOne. This move was followed almost simultaneously by Turkish private carrier Pegasus Airlines launching a nonstop scheduled service between the two cities. Prior to the launch of Turkish Airlines ’ new service, Pegasus Airlines was the only scheduled ope",
          "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/turkish-airlines-launches-yerevan-flights-as-turkey-and-armenia-mend-ties",
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          "content_text": "Turkish Airlines completed its first scheduled flight between Istanbul (IST) and Zvartnots International Airport (EVN), Yerevan, Armenia, on March 11, 2026. The new service to the Armenian capital is a politically significant development since it represents a further step toward the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia. The two countries have had an adversarial relationship since the early 1990s, when Armenia became an independent country following the disintegration of the Soviet Union. During all this time Turkey has been a staunch ally of Azerbaijan, a country with which Armenia has had a decades-long conflict over territorial issues. In the aftermath of Azerbaijan having retaken the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh territory, between 2020 and 2023, Turkey and Armenia have engaged in several rounds of discussions aimed at normalizing their bilateral relations and reopening their mutual land border, which has remained closed for more than three decades. It is in this context that air links have sometimes played a role in spearheading advances in negotiations. In 2022, for example, diplomatic apertures were followed by the launch of charter services between Yerevan and Istanbul, operated by Armenia-based carrier FlyOne. This move was followed almost simultaneously by Turkish private carrier Pegasus Airlines launching a nonstop scheduled service between the two cities. Prior to the launch of Turkish Airlines ’ new service, Pegasus Airlines was the only scheduled operator between the two countries, offering a daily service between Zvartnots International Airport and Sabiha Gökcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul. Turkish Airlines, which used a Boeing 737-900 on its inaugural service to Yerevan, is offering a daily service to the Armenian capital from its hub at Istanbul Airport. The Turkish carrier has already announced its intention to increase the frequency on this route to 10 flights per week. The post Turkish Airlines launches Yerevan flights as Turkey and Armenia mend ties appeared first on AeroTime .",
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          "id": 376,
          "title": "Qatar Airways starts limited flights to Doha",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-09",
          "published_at": "2026-03-09T20:17:01+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Qatar Airways said it has started operating a limited schedule of flights to and from Doha that will continue over the next several days, widening a cautious restart of service while Qatari airspace remains closed to normal commercial operations due to the war in Iran. The airline said on March 9, 2026, the flights are possible only because the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has approved limited operating corridors, and stressed that the schedule does not signal a full resumption of regular service. The update marks a significant shift from the airline’s earlier contingency plan, which relied on relief flights from neighboring countries such as Oman and Saudi Arabia to move stranded passengers. Qatar Airways had previously arranged repatriation flights from Muscat and Riyadh while Doha operations remained suspended. The new plan brings at least some traffic back through Hamad International Airport (DOH), though under tightly restricted conditions. Under the latest schedule, Qatar Airways said flights departing Doha on March 9, 2026, would include Seoul Incheon (ICN), Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), London-Heathrow (LHR), Delhi, Madrid, Islamabad, Beijing Daxing (PKX), Perth, Nairobi and Istanbul. Starting on March 10, 2026, the airline said it would add services from Doha to Cairo, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Mumbai, Frankfurt, Colombo and Milan, alongside several repeat destinations from the previous day. Return flights into Doha are set to follow on March 10 and 11, 2026. Qat",
          "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/qatar-airways-starts-limited-flights-to-doha",
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          "content_text": "Qatar Airways said it has started operating a limited schedule of flights to and from Doha that will continue over the next several days, widening a cautious restart of service while Qatari airspace remains closed to normal commercial operations due to the war in Iran. The airline said on March 9, 2026, the flights are possible only because the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has approved limited operating corridors, and stressed that the schedule does not signal a full resumption of regular service. The update marks a significant shift from the airline’s earlier contingency plan, which relied on relief flights from neighboring countries such as Oman and Saudi Arabia to move stranded passengers. Qatar Airways had previously arranged repatriation flights from Muscat and Riyadh while Doha operations remained suspended. The new plan brings at least some traffic back through Hamad International Airport (DOH), though under tightly restricted conditions. Under the latest schedule, Qatar Airways said flights departing Doha on March 9, 2026, would include Seoul Incheon (ICN), Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), London-Heathrow (LHR), Delhi, Madrid, Islamabad, Beijing Daxing (PKX), Perth, Nairobi and Istanbul. Starting on March 10, 2026, the airline said it would add services from Doha to Cairo, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Mumbai, Frankfurt, Colombo and Milan, alongside several repeat destinations from the previous day. Return flights into Doha are set to follow on March 10 and 11, 2026. Qatar Airways said scheduled operations remain temporarily suspended overall and told passengers not to go to the airport unless they hold a valid confirmed ticket. The carrier said it will resume normal operations only after the Qatari airspace closure is fully lifted by authorities. The limited schedule underscores both the importance of Doha as a global connecting hub and the constraints airlines still face as the regional conflict continues to disrupt Gulf aviation. Qatar Airways had begun limited repatriation flying from Doha to several European cities after partial corridor access was granted, while broader air traffic through Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi remained heavily disrupted. The post Qatar Airways starts limited flights to Doha appeared first on AeroTime .",
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          "id": 538,
          "title": "‘DM your details’: Travellers warned of scam airline accounts as Iran war disrupts flights",
          "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
          "date": "2026-03-15",
          "published_at": "2026-03-15T07:00:17+00:00",
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          "quality": 0.6,
          "primary_market": "GLOBAL",
          "event_type": "network_routes",
          "impact_level": "medium",
          "evidence_text": "Criminals exploiting Middle East crisis by targeting customers seeking help or refunds from affected carriers Your flight has been delayed as a result of the Middle East crisis and you want to find out what’s happening, so you go online for an answer. You find a social media account run by the airline you are booked with and post a question, and get a reply offering help. You’re asked to send a direct message with details, which seems reasonable. A conversation starts and you are told to give your phone number as you may be due compensation. This is where it all starts going wrong: instead of being given money, you have it taken. Although it looked official, the account that replied was a scam. Continue reading...",
          "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/mar/15/travel-scam-airline-accounts-fake-refunds-iran-war-flight-disruption",
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          "priority_score": 6.2,
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          "content_text": "Criminals exploiting Middle East crisis by targeting customers seeking help or refunds from affected carriers Your flight has been delayed as a result of the Middle East crisis and you want to find out what’s happening, so you go online for an answer. You find a social media account run by the airline you are booked with and post a question, and get a reply offering help. You’re asked to send a direct message with details, which seems reasonable. A conversation starts and you are told to give your phone number as you may be due compensation. This is where it all starts going wrong: instead of being given money, you have it taken. Although it looked official, the account that replied was a scam. Continue reading...",
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        {
          "id": 172,
          "title": "Gol Unveils First Transatlantic Routes As A330 Entry Nears",
          "source": "Routes Online Breaking News",
          "date": "2026-03-13",
          "published_at": "2026-03-13T13:35:29+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Gol Linhas Aéreas has unveiled plans to launch its first transatlantic services, marking a significant shift for the narrowbody operator as it introduces A330s.",
          "url": "https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airports-networks/gol-unveils-first-transatlantic-routes-a330-entry-nears",
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          "content_text": "Gol Linhas Aéreas has unveiled plans to launch its first transatlantic services, marking a significant shift for the narrowbody operator as it introduces A330s.",
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          "id": 182,
          "title": "Cabo Verde Airlines Plans U.S. Return",
          "source": "Routes Online Breaking News",
          "date": "2026-03-10",
          "published_at": "2026-03-10T15:46:54+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Cabo Verde Airlines plans to relaunch service to the U.S. with flights to Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport.",
          "url": "https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airports-networks/cabo-verde-airlines-plans-us-return",
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          "content_text": "Cabo Verde Airlines plans to relaunch service to the U.S. with flights to Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport.",
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        {
          "id": 358,
          "title": "Riyadh Air’s initial network of 15 destinations revealed: report",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-15",
          "published_at": "2026-03-15T11:40:36+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Riyadh Air is planning to operate an initial network of 15 destinations spanning the Middle East, Europe and Asia, according to aviation news site Aeroroutes . Although not officially published by the airline, this preliminary route network has appeared on the “S26 start of season report” published by Airport Coordination Limited (ACL) , a British firm that acts as a slot coordinator at several major airports worldwide. According to the report, Riyadh Air’s initial destinations in Europe will be Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Manchester (MAN) and Madrid-Barajas (MAD), in addition to London-Heathrow (LHR), an airport which the Saudi carrier has already been serving in a limited capacity since October 2025 , with flights only open to company insiders. Riyadh Air will also fly from its base in the Saudi capital to Cairo (CAI), Amman (AMM), Dubai (DXB), Islamabad (ISB), Lahore (LHE), Mumbai (BOM), Bangkok (BKK), Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Jakarta (CGK) and Manila (MNL). Jeddah (JED) will be the only domestic destination, at least initially. As many industry commentators have noted, all these destinations, except Manchester, are already being served from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) by Saudia, the other Saudi national carrier, which will be focus its activities on Jeddah after Riyadh Air’s commercial launch. It is important to remark that the fact that a destination appears in the ACL report does not mean it will be operated. In this regard, Riyadh Air has only official",
          "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/riyadh-airs-initial-network-of-15-destinations-revealed-report",
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          "priority_score": 5.8,
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          "content_text": "Riyadh Air is planning to operate an initial network of 15 destinations spanning the Middle East, Europe and Asia, according to aviation news site Aeroroutes . Although not officially published by the airline, this preliminary route network has appeared on the “S26 start of season report” published by Airport Coordination Limited (ACL) , a British firm that acts as a slot coordinator at several major airports worldwide. According to the report, Riyadh Air’s initial destinations in Europe will be Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Manchester (MAN) and Madrid-Barajas (MAD), in addition to London-Heathrow (LHR), an airport which the Saudi carrier has already been serving in a limited capacity since October 2025 , with flights only open to company insiders. Riyadh Air will also fly from its base in the Saudi capital to Cairo (CAI), Amman (AMM), Dubai (DXB), Islamabad (ISB), Lahore (LHE), Mumbai (BOM), Bangkok (BKK), Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Jakarta (CGK) and Manila (MNL). Jeddah (JED) will be the only domestic destination, at least initially. As many industry commentators have noted, all these destinations, except Manchester, are already being served from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) by Saudia, the other Saudi national carrier, which will be focus its activities on Jeddah after Riyadh Air’s commercial launch. It is important to remark that the fact that a destination appears in the ACL report does not mean it will be operated. In this regard, Riyadh Air has only officially confirmed that it will be flying to Cairo, Dubai International and London Heathrow when it starts regular scheduled operations. As of March 15, 2026, Riyadh Air’s new generation online booking platform is not yet open to the public. RELATED Exclusive interview with Riyadh Air’s CEO Tony Douglas at World Aviation Festival The post Riyadh Air’s initial network of 15 destinations revealed: report appeared first on AeroTime .",
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        {
          "id": 364,
          "title": "Long TSA lines, record demand point to strained US spring travel season",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T16:54:35+00:00",
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          "quality": 1.0,
          "primary_market": "GLOBAL",
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          "impact_level": "high",
          "evidence_text": "Long security lines at some US airports, in tandem with a record spring travel forecast, are raising pressure on the nation’s air travel system just as the busiest part of the season gets underway. In recent days, some travelers have faced waits of up to three hours at airport checkpoints, as Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages and heavy passenger volumes spiraled at a handful of airports. Airlines are expecting a record-breaking spring travel period, with 171 million passengers projected to fly during the March-April 2026 travel window, up 4% from the same period last year, according to Airlines for America. This surge in demand is striking as parts of the system are already under strain, creating the risk of longer lines, tighter recovery from disruptions, and more stress for travelers heading into spring break and the early summer booking push. The clearest warning sign so far has come at airport security. Reuters reported that long lines hit several airports over multiple days, as TSA absences rose. In part, the absences are related to an ongoing partial US government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. At Houston Hobby Airport, local media reported that more than half of scheduled TSA officers called out during part of the spring break rush, contributing to lines that stretched outside the terminal. TSA throughput has already been running at elevated levels this month, with Reuters reporting daily screening totals of around",
          "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/long-tsa-lines-record-demand-strained-spring-travel",
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          "content_text": "Long security lines at some US airports, in tandem with a record spring travel forecast, are raising pressure on the nation’s air travel system just as the busiest part of the season gets underway. In recent days, some travelers have faced waits of up to three hours at airport checkpoints, as Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages and heavy passenger volumes spiraled at a handful of airports. Airlines are expecting a record-breaking spring travel period, with 171 million passengers projected to fly during the March-April 2026 travel window, up 4% from the same period last year, according to Airlines for America. This surge in demand is striking as parts of the system are already under strain, creating the risk of longer lines, tighter recovery from disruptions, and more stress for travelers heading into spring break and the early summer booking push. The clearest warning sign so far has come at airport security. Reuters reported that long lines hit several airports over multiple days, as TSA absences rose. In part, the absences are related to an ongoing partial US government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. At Houston Hobby Airport, local media reported that more than half of scheduled TSA officers called out during part of the spring break rush, contributing to lines that stretched outside the terminal. TSA throughput has already been running at elevated levels this month, with Reuters reporting daily screening totals of around 2.70 million on March 6 and 2.78 million passengers on March 8. According to consumer groups, roundtrip domestic flights to spring break hot spots are running about 2% higher than a year ago, averaging around $815. That is not an airfare spike, but it does mean delays, missed flights, or rebooking problems could be more painful for travelers who are already paying more for peak-season trips. Rising oil prices due to the war in Iran could cause additional pain for air travelers as airlines across the globe are forced to raise fares to offset costs. That could translate into a one-two punch that would cause air travel misery at airports hit hardest by TSA staffing disruptions. The post Long TSA lines, record demand point to strained US spring travel season appeared first on AeroTime .",
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          "id": 543,
          "title": "Cathay Pacific offers £20,000 Sydney-London flight amid disruption in Gulf",
          "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
          "date": "2026-03-10",
          "published_at": "2026-03-10T13:39:18+00:00",
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          "quality": 0.6,
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          "evidence_text": "Hong Kong-based airline has business-class return listed at A$39,577, as travellers seek routes avoiding Middle East The Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific is selling seats from Sydney to London for more than £20,000 in April, as passengers search for scarce long-haul flights without changing in the Middle East. The tickets, listed at A$39,577 in business class for returns departing in mid-April, far outstrip the usual fares charged even in the first-class cabin. Continue reading...",
          "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/10/cathay-pacific-offers-20000-sydney-to-london-flight-amid-disruption-in-gulf",
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          "content_text": "Hong Kong-based airline has business-class return listed at A$39,577, as travellers seek routes avoiding Middle East The Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific is selling seats from Sydney to London for more than £20,000 in April, as passengers search for scarce long-haul flights without changing in the Middle East. The tickets, listed at A$39,577 in business class for returns departing in mid-April, far outstrip the usual fares charged even in the first-class cabin. Continue reading...",
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        {
          "id": 541,
          "title": "More airlines hike flight prices as Iran war continues to disrupt oil supply",
          "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T06:19:43+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways join Qantas in increasing prices, as travellers flock to airlines that don’t have Middle East stopovers Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways are among a growing number of airlines hiking air fares as conflict in the Middle East boosts oil prices and sends travellers flocking to alternative stopover destinations in Asia. The US and Israel’s war on Iran has sent the price of oil soaring while restricting access to refineries, with experts predicting air fares could be elevated for months even if the conflict ends. Continue reading...",
          "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/12/flights-airlines-hike-prices-airfares-iran-war-middle-east-oil",
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          "content_text": "Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways join Qantas in increasing prices, as travellers flock to airlines that don’t have Middle East stopovers Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways are among a growing number of airlines hiking air fares as conflict in the Middle East boosts oil prices and sends travellers flocking to alternative stopover destinations in Asia. The US and Israel’s war on Iran has sent the price of oil soaring while restricting access to refineries, with experts predicting air fares could be elevated for months even if the conflict ends. Continue reading...",
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          "id": 6,
          "title": "Ceny ropy uderzają w linie lotnicze. Akcje spadają",
          "source": "Business Insider - Linie Lotnicze",
          "date": "2026-03-09",
          "published_at": "2026-03-09T08:57:42+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Rosnące ceny ropy naftowej i eskalacja konfliktu między USA, Izraelem a Iranem wywierają presję na azjatyckie linie lotnicze. Sytuacja komplikuje się dodatkowo przez ograniczoną przestrzeń powietrzną w regionie, co zmusza przewoźników do wydłużania tras i zwiększania kosztów operacyjnych. W efekcie akcje notowanych na giełdach linii lotniczych spadają — zauważa Reuters.",
          "url": "https://businessinsider.com.pl/gospodarka/ceny-paliw-uderzaja-w-linie-lotnicze-akcje-coraz-nizej/4tk2p2j",
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        {
          "id": 372,
          "title": "IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down as leader of India’s largest airline",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-10",
          "published_at": "2026-03-10T15:29:48+00:00",
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          "title": "STARLUX Airlines to lease eight Airbus A321neo jets from BOC Aviation",
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          "date": "2026-03-12",
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          "title": "Spirit Airlines memo lays out plan to recall around 500 furloughed pilots",
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          "date": "2026-03-12",
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          "title": "Cathay Pacific unveils latest 80th anniversary livery on Boeing 777-300ER",
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          "date": "2026-03-09",
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          "evidence_text": "Cathay Pacific has unveiled its latest 80th anniversary livery on a Boeing 777-300ER following the ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ retro design earlier this year on an Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 freighter. On March 9, 2026, the newly painted Boeing 777-300ER , registered B-KQU, reentered commercial service with the ‘Spirit of Hong Kong – 80th Anniversary Edition’ livery designed by artist Victor Wong. Cathay teamed up with the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) on the project to champion Hong Kong’s arts and culture on the world stage, all while also celebrating the carrier’s 80th anniversary. Cathay said an unveiling ceremony for the new livery was held on March 9, 2026, at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) in the presence of the airline’s CEO Ronald Lam. Cathay Pacific “For eight decades, Cathay has grown alongside Hong Kong. As we mark ‘80 Years Together’ with our home city, we are honoring our heritage with the return of our classic ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ livery on our Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 aircraft, while also embracing the future with a vibrant modern art livery on our Boeing 777-300ER aircraft,” said Lam. He added that the aim of the project was to “support outstanding local artistic creativity and showcase the unique culture and spirit of Hong Kong to audiences around the world”. The livery carries both Cathay’s ‘80 Years Together’ anniversary mark and WKCDA’s logo. Cathay Pacific RELATED Retro livery and vintage uniforms: how Cathay Pacific is celebra",
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          "title": "Aena Advances $5B Madrid Expansion Amid Charges Dispute",
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          "title": "MCO Targets Long-Haul Growth After First Asia-Pacific Service",
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          "title": "The Data Appeal Company becomes official partner of The Tourism Seasonality Summit",
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          "title": "Brazil’s Airlines Face SAF Mandate Challenges",
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          "id": 368,
          "title": "Turkish Airlines launches Yerevan flights as Turkey and Armenia mend ties",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T10:11:31+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Turkish Airlines completed its first scheduled flight between Istanbul (IST) and Zvartnots International Airport (EVN), Yerevan, Armenia, on March 11, 2026. The new service to the Armenian capital is a politically significant development since it represents a further step toward the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia. The two countries have had an adversarial relationship since the early 1990s, when Armenia became an independent country following the disintegration of the Soviet Union. During all this time Turkey has been a staunch ally of Azerbaijan, a country with which Armenia has had a decades-long conflict over territorial issues. In the aftermath of Azerbaijan having retaken the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh territory, between 2020 and 2023, Turkey and Armenia have engaged in several rounds of discussions aimed at normalizing their bilateral relations and reopening their mutual land border, which has remained closed for more than three decades. It is in this context that air links have sometimes played a role in spearheading advances in negotiations. In 2022, for example, diplomatic apertures were followed by the launch of charter services between Yerevan and Istanbul, operated by Armenia-based carrier FlyOne. This move was followed almost simultaneously by Turkish private carrier Pegasus Airlines launching a nonstop scheduled service between the two cities. Prior to the launch of Turkish Airlines ’ new service, Pegasus Airlines was the only scheduled ope",
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          "content_text": "Turkish Airlines completed its first scheduled flight between Istanbul (IST) and Zvartnots International Airport (EVN), Yerevan, Armenia, on March 11, 2026. The new service to the Armenian capital is a politically significant development since it represents a further step toward the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia. The two countries have had an adversarial relationship since the early 1990s, when Armenia became an independent country following the disintegration of the Soviet Union. During all this time Turkey has been a staunch ally of Azerbaijan, a country with which Armenia has had a decades-long conflict over territorial issues. In the aftermath of Azerbaijan having retaken the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh territory, between 2020 and 2023, Turkey and Armenia have engaged in several rounds of discussions aimed at normalizing their bilateral relations and reopening their mutual land border, which has remained closed for more than three decades. It is in this context that air links have sometimes played a role in spearheading advances in negotiations. In 2022, for example, diplomatic apertures were followed by the launch of charter services between Yerevan and Istanbul, operated by Armenia-based carrier FlyOne. This move was followed almost simultaneously by Turkish private carrier Pegasus Airlines launching a nonstop scheduled service between the two cities. Prior to the launch of Turkish Airlines ’ new service, Pegasus Airlines was the only scheduled operator between the two countries, offering a daily service between Zvartnots International Airport and Sabiha Gökcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul. Turkish Airlines, which used a Boeing 737-900 on its inaugural service to Yerevan, is offering a daily service to the Armenian capital from its hub at Istanbul Airport. The Turkish carrier has already announced its intention to increase the frequency on this route to 10 flights per week. The post Turkish Airlines launches Yerevan flights as Turkey and Armenia mend ties appeared first on AeroTime .",
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        {
          "id": 363,
          "title": "Qantas agrees to $74 million settlement over COVID-19 flight credit refunds",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-13",
          "published_at": "2026-03-13T10:18:26+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Qantas has agreed to pay a $74 million (AUD $105 million) settlement after a class action was brought on behalf of customers who received travel credits rather than cash refunds when flights were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, 2026, Echo Law , which provided legal representation to affected customers, confirmed that an agreement had been reached with Qantas , covering cancelled flights between January 1, 2020, and November 1, 2022. “The settlement agreement is subject to Court approval and is made with no admission of liability,” an Echo Law representative said. The class action alleged that Qantas “breached its contracts with customers by failing to provide cash refunds for cancelled flights (or failing to provide refunds in a timely manner) and instead providing travel credits”. It also alleged that Qantas had “engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law by misleading customers as to their rights on cancelled flights”. Sydney Airport In a statement, Qantas confirmed that it has reached an agreement to settle the class action that was brought against it in August 2023. “In August 2023, Qantas removed the expiry date on flight credits issued during COVID, meaning customers can request a cash refund indefinitely,” the airline said in a statement on March 13, 2026. Qantas had set aside legal provisions for around $39 million (AUD $55 million), according to the airline’s half-year 2026 financial report. “Qantas",
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          "content_text": "Qantas has agreed to pay a $74 million (AUD $105 million) settlement after a class action was brought on behalf of customers who received travel credits rather than cash refunds when flights were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 13, 2026, Echo Law , which provided legal representation to affected customers, confirmed that an agreement had been reached with Qantas , covering cancelled flights between January 1, 2020, and November 1, 2022. “The settlement agreement is subject to Court approval and is made with no admission of liability,” an Echo Law representative said. The class action alleged that Qantas “breached its contracts with customers by failing to provide cash refunds for cancelled flights (or failing to provide refunds in a timely manner) and instead providing travel credits”. It also alleged that Qantas had “engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law by misleading customers as to their rights on cancelled flights”. Sydney Airport In a statement, Qantas confirmed that it has reached an agreement to settle the class action that was brought against it in August 2023. “In August 2023, Qantas removed the expiry date on flight credits issued during COVID, meaning customers can request a cash refund indefinitely,” the airline said in a statement on March 13, 2026. Qantas had set aside legal provisions for around $39 million (AUD $55 million), according to the airline’s half-year 2026 financial report. “Qantas has previously made a provision for this matter, and an increase reflecting the settlement will be recognized outside of underlying earnings in the second half of FY26. The settlement amount will be paid to a Court-approved settlement administrator, with payment currently expected in the first half of FY27,” the airline added. Echo Law is also set to bring similar claims for customers who held tickets for Jetstar flights cancelled due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. RELATED Qantas expands network, establishes first overseas cabin crew base in Singapore The post Qantas agrees to $74 million settlement over COVID-19 flight credit refunds appeared first on AeroTime .",
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        {
          "id": 545,
          "title": "Ryanair insists we failed to board a phantom flight",
          "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
          "date": "2026-03-10",
          "published_at": "2026-03-10T07:00:11+00:00",
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          "evidence_text": "Airline has refused refund after our flight was diverted because of bad weather and we were left on the plane for six hours I was on a Ryanair flight from Bristol to Dublin that took off during Storm Amy in October last year. It was unable to land at Dublin after two abortive attempts and was diverted to Manchester, where we sat on the plane for six hours, with no complimentary refreshments, before being unceremoniously ejected at nearly midnight. We were told Ryanair staff would organise taxis and hotels, but no crew disembarked with us, and the terminal was deserted. Continue reading...",
          "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/mar/10/ryanair-insists-we-failed-to-board-a-phantom-flight",
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          "content_text": "Airline has refused refund after our flight was diverted because of bad weather and we were left on the plane for six hours I was on a Ryanair flight from Bristol to Dublin that took off during Storm Amy in October last year. It was unable to land at Dublin after two abortive attempts and was diverted to Manchester, where we sat on the plane for six hours, with no complimentary refreshments, before being unceremoniously ejected at nearly midnight. We were told Ryanair staff would organise taxis and hotels, but no crew disembarked with us, and the terminal was deserted. Continue reading...",
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      "direct": [
        {
          "id": 364,
          "title": "Long TSA lines, record demand point to strained US spring travel season",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T16:54:35+00:00",
          "content_source": "rss_full_content",
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          "primary_market": "GLOBAL",
          "event_type": "pricing_fares",
          "impact_level": "high",
          "evidence_text": "Long security lines at some US airports, in tandem with a record spring travel forecast, are raising pressure on the nation’s air travel system just as the busiest part of the season gets underway. In recent days, some travelers have faced waits of up to three hours at airport checkpoints, as Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages and heavy passenger volumes spiraled at a handful of airports. Airlines are expecting a record-breaking spring travel period, with 171 million passengers projected to fly during the March-April 2026 travel window, up 4% from the same period last year, according to Airlines for America. This surge in demand is striking as parts of the system are already under strain, creating the risk of longer lines, tighter recovery from disruptions, and more stress for travelers heading into spring break and the early summer booking push. The clearest warning sign so far has come at airport security. Reuters reported that long lines hit several airports over multiple days, as TSA absences rose. In part, the absences are related to an ongoing partial US government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. At Houston Hobby Airport, local media reported that more than half of scheduled TSA officers called out during part of the spring break rush, contributing to lines that stretched outside the terminal. TSA throughput has already been running at elevated levels this month, with Reuters reporting daily screening totals of around",
          "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/long-tsa-lines-record-demand-strained-spring-travel",
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          "content_text": "Long security lines at some US airports, in tandem with a record spring travel forecast, are raising pressure on the nation’s air travel system just as the busiest part of the season gets underway. In recent days, some travelers have faced waits of up to three hours at airport checkpoints, as Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages and heavy passenger volumes spiraled at a handful of airports. Airlines are expecting a record-breaking spring travel period, with 171 million passengers projected to fly during the March-April 2026 travel window, up 4% from the same period last year, according to Airlines for America. This surge in demand is striking as parts of the system are already under strain, creating the risk of longer lines, tighter recovery from disruptions, and more stress for travelers heading into spring break and the early summer booking push. The clearest warning sign so far has come at airport security. Reuters reported that long lines hit several airports over multiple days, as TSA absences rose. In part, the absences are related to an ongoing partial US government shutdown impacting the Department of Homeland Security. At Houston Hobby Airport, local media reported that more than half of scheduled TSA officers called out during part of the spring break rush, contributing to lines that stretched outside the terminal. TSA throughput has already been running at elevated levels this month, with Reuters reporting daily screening totals of around 2.70 million on March 6 and 2.78 million passengers on March 8. According to consumer groups, roundtrip domestic flights to spring break hot spots are running about 2% higher than a year ago, averaging around $815. That is not an airfare spike, but it does mean delays, missed flights, or rebooking problems could be more painful for travelers who are already paying more for peak-season trips. Rising oil prices due to the war in Iran could cause additional pain for air travelers as airlines across the globe are forced to raise fares to offset costs. That could translate into a one-two punch that would cause air travel misery at airports hit hardest by TSA staffing disruptions. The post Long TSA lines, record demand point to strained US spring travel season appeared first on AeroTime .",
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        {
          "id": 366,
          "title": "Air NZ to cut 1,100 flights amid soaring fuel prices, Middle East conflict",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T10:41:10+00:00",
          "content_source": "rss_full_content",
          "quality": 1.0,
          "primary_market": "EU",
          "event_type": "operations_disruption",
          "impact_level": "high",
          "evidence_text": "Air New Zealand has announced plans to cancel approximately 1,100 flights through early May 2026, impacting around 44,000 passengers, as the airline grapples with the global fuel crisis caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The move comes as the airline faces unprecedented challenges, with soaring jet fuel prices and disruptions to global energy supply routes. “We know that affordability around flying is a real challenge,” Air New Zealand Chief Executive Nikhil Ravishankar said during an interview with the New Zealand news program Morning Report. “Even in these unprecedented times, there’s a limit to what we can pass on to our customers.” The flight cancellations, which represent about a 5% reduction in the airline’s scheduled services, will affect both domestic and international routes. However, Ravishankar noted that flights between New Zealand and the United States would not be impacted due to increased demand for alternative routes to Europe. Passengers affected by the cancellations will be rebooked on alternative flights, with most being accommodated on the same day. The airline has not yet announced the specific flights that will be canceled, but Ravishankar stated that services would be cut “proportionally across the board,” with a focus on off-peak services. “Maintaining regional connectivity is very high on the agenda,” Ravishankar added, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to serving its domestic market. The International Energy Agency recently agreed ",
          "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/air-nz-to-cut-1100-flights-amid-soaring-fuel-prices-middle-east-conflict",
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          "content_text": "Air New Zealand has announced plans to cancel approximately 1,100 flights through early May 2026, impacting around 44,000 passengers, as the airline grapples with the global fuel crisis caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The move comes as the airline faces unprecedented challenges, with soaring jet fuel prices and disruptions to global energy supply routes. “We know that affordability around flying is a real challenge,” Air New Zealand Chief Executive Nikhil Ravishankar said during an interview with the New Zealand news program Morning Report. “Even in these unprecedented times, there’s a limit to what we can pass on to our customers.” The flight cancellations, which represent about a 5% reduction in the airline’s scheduled services, will affect both domestic and international routes. However, Ravishankar noted that flights between New Zealand and the United States would not be impacted due to increased demand for alternative routes to Europe. Passengers affected by the cancellations will be rebooked on alternative flights, with most being accommodated on the same day. The airline has not yet announced the specific flights that will be canceled, but Ravishankar stated that services would be cut “proportionally across the board,” with a focus on off-peak services. “Maintaining regional connectivity is very high on the agenda,” Ravishankar added, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to serving its domestic market. The International Energy Agency recently agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil, the largest such move in its history, in an attempt to stabilize crude prices, which have soared due to supply shocks resulting from the US-Israeli war with Iran. Despite this intervention, Air New Zealand continues to face massive cost pressures, with jet fuel prices remaining at elevated levels. RELATED Taking on the Tasman: Air New Zealand increasing flights to Australia and beyond The post Air NZ to cut 1,100 flights amid soaring fuel prices, Middle East conflict appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "direct": [
        {
          "id": 541,
          "title": "More airlines hike flight prices as Iran war continues to disrupt oil supply",
          "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
          "date": "2026-03-12",
          "published_at": "2026-03-12T06:19:43+00:00",
          "content_source": "rss_description",
          "quality": 0.6,
          "primary_market": "GLOBAL",
          "event_type": "pricing_fares",
          "impact_level": "low",
          "evidence_text": "Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways join Qantas in increasing prices, as travellers flock to airlines that don’t have Middle East stopovers Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways are among a growing number of airlines hiking air fares as conflict in the Middle East boosts oil prices and sends travellers flocking to alternative stopover destinations in Asia. The US and Israel’s war on Iran has sent the price of oil soaring while restricting access to refineries, with experts predicting air fares could be elevated for months even if the conflict ends. Continue reading...",
          "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/12/flights-airlines-hike-prices-airfares-iran-war-middle-east-oil",
          "strong_evidence": true,
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          "priority_score": 5.2,
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          "content_text": "Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways join Qantas in increasing prices, as travellers flock to airlines that don’t have Middle East stopovers Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways are among a growing number of airlines hiking air fares as conflict in the Middle East boosts oil prices and sends travellers flocking to alternative stopover destinations in Asia. The US and Israel’s war on Iran has sent the price of oil soaring while restricting access to refineries, with experts predicting air fares could be elevated for months even if the conflict ends. Continue reading...",
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        {
          "id": 376,
          "title": "Qatar Airways starts limited flights to Doha",
          "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
          "date": "2026-03-09",
          "published_at": "2026-03-09T20:17:01+00:00",
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          "quality": 1.0,
          "primary_market": "GLOBAL",
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          "evidence_text": "Qatar Airways said it has started operating a limited schedule of flights to and from Doha that will continue over the next several days, widening a cautious restart of service while Qatari airspace remains closed to normal commercial operations due to the war in Iran. The airline said on March 9, 2026, the flights are possible only because the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has approved limited operating corridors, and stressed that the schedule does not signal a full resumption of regular service. The update marks a significant shift from the airline’s earlier contingency plan, which relied on relief flights from neighboring countries such as Oman and Saudi Arabia to move stranded passengers. Qatar Airways had previously arranged repatriation flights from Muscat and Riyadh while Doha operations remained suspended. The new plan brings at least some traffic back through Hamad International Airport (DOH), though under tightly restricted conditions. Under the latest schedule, Qatar Airways said flights departing Doha on March 9, 2026, would include Seoul Incheon (ICN), Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), London-Heathrow (LHR), Delhi, Madrid, Islamabad, Beijing Daxing (PKX), Perth, Nairobi and Istanbul. Starting on March 10, 2026, the airline said it would add services from Doha to Cairo, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Mumbai, Frankfurt, Colombo and Milan, alongside several repeat destinations from the previous day. Return flights into Doha are set to follow on March 10 and 11, 2026. Qat",
          "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/qatar-airways-starts-limited-flights-to-doha",
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          "content_text": "Qatar Airways said it has started operating a limited schedule of flights to and from Doha that will continue over the next several days, widening a cautious restart of service while Qatari airspace remains closed to normal commercial operations due to the war in Iran. The airline said on March 9, 2026, the flights are possible only because the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has approved limited operating corridors, and stressed that the schedule does not signal a full resumption of regular service. The update marks a significant shift from the airline’s earlier contingency plan, which relied on relief flights from neighboring countries such as Oman and Saudi Arabia to move stranded passengers. Qatar Airways had previously arranged repatriation flights from Muscat and Riyadh while Doha operations remained suspended. The new plan brings at least some traffic back through Hamad International Airport (DOH), though under tightly restricted conditions. Under the latest schedule, Qatar Airways said flights departing Doha on March 9, 2026, would include Seoul Incheon (ICN), Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), London-Heathrow (LHR), Delhi, Madrid, Islamabad, Beijing Daxing (PKX), Perth, Nairobi and Istanbul. Starting on March 10, 2026, the airline said it would add services from Doha to Cairo, Jeddah, Manila, Kochi, Muscat, Mumbai, Frankfurt, Colombo and Milan, alongside several repeat destinations from the previous day. Return flights into Doha are set to follow on March 10 and 11, 2026. Qatar Airways said scheduled operations remain temporarily suspended overall and told passengers not to go to the airport unless they hold a valid confirmed ticket. The carrier said it will resume normal operations only after the Qatari airspace closure is fully lifted by authorities. The limited schedule underscores both the importance of Doha as a global connecting hub and the constraints airlines still face as the regional conflict continues to disrupt Gulf aviation. Qatar Airways had begun limited repatriation flying from Doha to several European cities after partial corridor access was granted, while broader air traffic through Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi remained heavily disrupted. The post Qatar Airways starts limited flights to Doha appeared first on AeroTime .",
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        {
          "id": 538,
          "title": "‘DM your details’: Travellers warned of scam airline accounts as Iran war disrupts flights",
          "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
          "date": "2026-03-15",
          "published_at": "2026-03-15T07:00:17+00:00",
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          "quality": 0.6,
          "primary_market": "GLOBAL",
          "event_type": "network_routes",
          "impact_level": "medium",
          "evidence_text": "Criminals exploiting Middle East crisis by targeting customers seeking help or refunds from affected carriers Your flight has been delayed as a result of the Middle East crisis and you want to find out what’s happening, so you go online for an answer. You find a social media account run by the airline you are booked with and post a question, and get a reply offering help. You’re asked to send a direct message with details, which seems reasonable. A conversation starts and you are told to give your phone number as you may be due compensation. This is where it all starts going wrong: instead of being given money, you have it taken. Although it looked official, the account that replied was a scam. Continue reading...",
          "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/mar/15/travel-scam-airline-accounts-fake-refunds-iran-war-flight-disruption",
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          "priority_score": 6.2,
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          "content_text": "Criminals exploiting Middle East crisis by targeting customers seeking help or refunds from affected carriers Your flight has been delayed as a result of the Middle East crisis and you want to find out what’s happening, so you go online for an answer. You find a social media account run by the airline you are booked with and post a question, and get a reply offering help. You’re asked to send a direct message with details, which seems reasonable. A conversation starts and you are told to give your phone number as you may be due compensation. This is where it all starts going wrong: instead of being given money, you have it taken. Although it looked official, the account that replied was a scam. Continue reading...",
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        },
        {
          "id": 172,
          "title": "Gol Unveils First Transatlantic Routes As A330 Entry Nears",
          "source": "Routes Online Breaking News",
          "date": "2026-03-13",
          "published_at": "2026-03-13T13:35:29+00:00",
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          "quality": 0.6,
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          "impact_level": "medium",
          "evidence_text": "Gol Linhas Aéreas has unveiled plans to launch its first transatlantic services, marking a significant shift for the narrowbody operator as it introduces A330s.",
          "url": "https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airports-networks/gol-unveils-first-transatlantic-routes-a330-entry-nears",
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      "title": "IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down as leader of India’s largest airline",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-10",
      "published_at": "2026-03-10T15:29:48+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers is stepping down as leader of India’s largest airline with immediate effect and will be replaced by an interim appointee from within the company. IndiGo , or InterGlobe Aviation, issued a statement on March 10, 2026, thanking Elbers for his “contribution and service to the organization” and wished him “well in his future endeavors”. Elbers joined IndiGo as the airline’s new leader in 2022, after a 30-year career at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, including as the carrier’s CEO for 12 years. Earlier this year, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) hit IndiGo with around a $2.6 million fine following huge operational disruptions, affecting thousands of passengers in December 2025. In its ruling on January 17, 2026, the Indian regulator also cautioned Elbers along with other senior employees. Miquel Ros / AeroTime Rahul Bhatia, Managing Director of IndiGo, will take over until the airline announces the arrival of a new leader. “Rahul returns to assume management of the affairs of the airline to strengthen the Company’s Culture, reinforce Operational Excellence and deepen its commitment to delivering exceptional service of care, reliability and professionalism to its customers,” said the Chairman of the Board, Vikram Singh Mehta. Bhatia added: “While placing Culture, Service Excellence and Stakeholder Trust at the forefront of its operations, IndiGo will continue to sharpen its strategic focus on serving India and her people with an airline that is p",
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      "content_text": "IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers is stepping down as leader of India’s largest airline with immediate effect and will be replaced by an interim appointee from within the company. IndiGo , or InterGlobe Aviation, issued a statement on March 10, 2026, thanking Elbers for his “contribution and service to the organization” and wished him “well in his future endeavors”. Elbers joined IndiGo as the airline’s new leader in 2022, after a 30-year career at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, including as the carrier’s CEO for 12 years. Earlier this year, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) hit IndiGo with around a $2.6 million fine following huge operational disruptions, affecting thousands of passengers in December 2025. In its ruling on January 17, 2026, the Indian regulator also cautioned Elbers along with other senior employees. Miquel Ros / AeroTime Rahul Bhatia, Managing Director of IndiGo, will take over until the airline announces the arrival of a new leader. “Rahul returns to assume management of the affairs of the airline to strengthen the Company’s Culture, reinforce Operational Excellence and deepen its commitment to delivering exceptional service of care, reliability and professionalism to its customers,” said the Chairman of the Board, Vikram Singh Mehta. Bhatia added: “While placing Culture, Service Excellence and Stakeholder Trust at the forefront of its operations, IndiGo will continue to sharpen its strategic focus on serving India and her people with an airline that is professionally managed, operationally reliable and globally respected.” RELATED Indian regulator fines IndiGo over December flight chaos, warns top managers The post IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down as leader of India’s largest airline appeared first on AeroTime .",
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      "id": 183,
      "title": "Airline In Focus: Alaska Airlines",
      "source": "Routes Online Breaking News",
      "date": "2026-03-10",
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      "url": "https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airline-focus-alaska-airlines",
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      "id": 543,
      "title": "Cathay Pacific offers £20,000 Sydney-London flight amid disruption in Gulf",
      "source": "The Guardian Airline Industry",
      "date": "2026-03-10",
      "published_at": "2026-03-10T13:39:18+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "Hong Kong-based airline has business-class return listed at A$39,577, as travellers seek routes avoiding Middle East The Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific is selling seats from Sydney to London for more than £20,000 in April, as passengers search for scarce long-haul flights without changing in the Middle East. The tickets, listed at A$39,577 in business class for returns departing in mid-April, far outstrip the usual fares charged even in the first-class cabin. Continue reading...",
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      "content_text": "Hong Kong-based airline has business-class return listed at A$39,577, as travellers seek routes avoiding Middle East The Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific is selling seats from Sydney to London for more than £20,000 in April, as passengers search for scarce long-haul flights without changing in the Middle East. The tickets, listed at A$39,577 in business class for returns departing in mid-April, far outstrip the usual fares charged even in the first-class cabin. Continue reading...",
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      "title": "Azul CEO: Structural Barriers Constrain Brazil’s Growth",
      "source": "Routes Online Breaking News",
      "date": "2026-03-09",
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      "evidence_text": "The Brazilian aviation market has significant growth potential but remains constrained by structural challenges, according to John Rodgerson, CEO of Azul.",
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      "content_text": "The Brazilian aviation market has significant growth potential but remains constrained by structural challenges, according to John Rodgerson, CEO of Azul.",
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      "id": 377,
      "title": "Cathay Pacific unveils latest 80th anniversary livery on Boeing 777-300ER",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-09",
      "published_at": "2026-03-09T15:46:41+00:00",
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      "evidence_text": "Cathay Pacific has unveiled its latest 80th anniversary livery on a Boeing 777-300ER following the ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ retro design earlier this year on an Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 freighter. On March 9, 2026, the newly painted Boeing 777-300ER , registered B-KQU, reentered commercial service with the ‘Spirit of Hong Kong – 80th Anniversary Edition’ livery designed by artist Victor Wong. Cathay teamed up with the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) on the project to champion Hong Kong’s arts and culture on the world stage, all while also celebrating the carrier’s 80th anniversary. Cathay said an unveiling ceremony for the new livery was held on March 9, 2026, at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) in the presence of the airline’s CEO Ronald Lam. Cathay Pacific “For eight decades, Cathay has grown alongside Hong Kong. As we mark ‘80 Years Together’ with our home city, we are honoring our heritage with the return of our classic ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ livery on our Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 aircraft, while also embracing the future with a vibrant modern art livery on our Boeing 777-300ER aircraft,” said Lam. He added that the aim of the project was to “support outstanding local artistic creativity and showcase the unique culture and spirit of Hong Kong to audiences around the world”. The livery carries both Cathay’s ‘80 Years Together’ anniversary mark and WKCDA’s logo. Cathay Pacific RELATED Retro livery and vintage uniforms: how Cathay Pacific is celebra",
      "url": "https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/cathay-pacific-80th-anniversary-livery-boeing-777",
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      "content_text": "Cathay Pacific has unveiled its latest 80th anniversary livery on a Boeing 777-300ER following the ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ retro design earlier this year on an Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 freighter. On March 9, 2026, the newly painted Boeing 777-300ER , registered B-KQU, reentered commercial service with the ‘Spirit of Hong Kong – 80th Anniversary Edition’ livery designed by artist Victor Wong. Cathay teamed up with the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) on the project to champion Hong Kong’s arts and culture on the world stage, all while also celebrating the carrier’s 80th anniversary. Cathay said an unveiling ceremony for the new livery was held on March 9, 2026, at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) in the presence of the airline’s CEO Ronald Lam. Cathay Pacific “For eight decades, Cathay has grown alongside Hong Kong. As we mark ‘80 Years Together’ with our home city, we are honoring our heritage with the return of our classic ‘lettuce leaf sandwich’ livery on our Airbus A350 and Boeing 747 aircraft, while also embracing the future with a vibrant modern art livery on our Boeing 777-300ER aircraft,” said Lam. He added that the aim of the project was to “support outstanding local artistic creativity and showcase the unique culture and spirit of Hong Kong to audiences around the world”. The livery carries both Cathay’s ‘80 Years Together’ anniversary mark and WKCDA’s logo. Cathay Pacific RELATED Retro livery and vintage uniforms: how Cathay Pacific is celebrating 80 years The post Cathay Pacific unveils latest 80th anniversary livery on Boeing 777-300ER appeared first on AeroTime .",
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    {
      "id": 6,
      "title": "Ceny ropy uderzają w linie lotnicze. Akcje spadają",
      "source": "Business Insider - Linie Lotnicze",
      "date": "2026-03-09",
      "published_at": "2026-03-09T08:57:42+00:00",
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      "quality": 0.6,
      "primary_market": "GLOBAL",
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      "evidence_text": "Rosnące ceny ropy naftowej i eskalacja konfliktu między USA, Izraelem a Iranem wywierają presję na azjatyckie linie lotnicze. Sytuacja komplikuje się dodatkowo przez ograniczoną przestrzeń powietrzną w regionie, co zmusza przewoźników do wydłużania tras i zwiększania kosztów operacyjnych. W efekcie akcje notowanych na giełdach linii lotniczych spadają — zauważa Reuters.",
      "url": "https://businessinsider.com.pl/gospodarka/ceny-paliw-uderzaja-w-linie-lotnicze-akcje-coraz-nizej/4tk2p2j",
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      "content_text": "Rosnące ceny ropy naftowej i eskalacja konfliktu między USA, Izraelem a Iranem wywierają presję na azjatyckie linie lotnicze. Sytuacja komplikuje się dodatkowo przez ograniczoną przestrzeń powietrzną w regionie, co zmusza przewoźników do wydłużania tras i zwiększania kosztów operacyjnych. W efekcie akcje notowanych na giełdach linii lotniczych spadają — zauważa Reuters.",
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      "title": "Airport In Focus: Münster/Osnabrück Airport",
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      "date": "2026-03-09",
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      "evidence_text": "All the important data related to Münster/Osnabrück Airport in recent years.",
      "url": "https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/airports-networks/airport-focus-munsterosnabruck-airport",
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      "title": "Riyadh Air’s initial network of 15 destinations revealed: report",
      "source": "AeroTime Airlines",
      "date": "2026-03-15",
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      "evidence_text": "Riyadh Air is planning to operate an initial network of 15 destinations spanning the Middle East, Europe and Asia, according to aviation news site Aeroroutes . Although not officially published by the airline, this preliminary route network has appeared on the “S26 start of season report” published by Airport Coordination Limited (ACL) , a British firm that acts as a slot coordinator at several major airports worldwide. According to the report, Riyadh Air’s initial destinations in Europe will be Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Manchester (MAN) and Madrid-Barajas (MAD), in addition to London-Heathrow (LHR), an airport which the Saudi carrier has already been serving in a limited capacity since October 2025 , with flights only open to company insiders. Riyadh Air will also fly from its base in the Saudi capital to Cairo (CAI), Amman (AMM), Dubai (DXB), Islamabad (ISB), Lahore (LHE), Mumbai (BOM), Bangkok (BKK), Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Jakarta (CGK) and Manila (MNL). Jeddah (JED) will be the only domestic destination, at least initially. As many industry commentators have noted, all these destinations, except Manchester, are already being served from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) by Saudia, the other Saudi national carrier, which will be focus its activities on Jeddah after Riyadh Air’s commercial launch. It is important to remark that the fact that a destination appears in the ACL report does not mean it will be operated. In this regard, Riyadh Air has only official",
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      "title": "Air NZ to cut 1,100 flights amid soaring fuel prices, Middle East conflict",
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      "date": "2026-03-12",
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