Allegiant Air (US) and Viva (Mexico) have formally submitted a renewed motion to the US Department of Transportation (DOT), requesting an expedited reinstatement of the procedural schedule to review their joint application. The airlines are seeking approval and antitrust immunity for their previously announced alliance agreements covering US-Mexico air services.
StandardAero, a leading U.S.-based provider of MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) services, has officially joined the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) as an affiliate member. The announcement signals StandardAero’s intent to deepen its engagement with the Latin American aviation sector and support the region’s airline and maintenance communities.
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has announced that Air New Zealand has joined the organization, becoming its 18th member. This move strengthens Air New Zealand’s engagement with other leading carriers in the Asia Pacific region.
ITA Airways, Italy’s national carrier, has announced its intention to join the Star Alliance in the first half of 2026. This strategic move follows the airline’s decision to exit the SkyTeam alliance, with the withdrawal process expected to conclude by April 30, 2025.
