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Air India and Singapore Airlines Sign Commercial Cooperation Framework

Air India and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a commercial cooperation framework agreement, setting the groundwork for deeper collaboration and the potential development of definitive joint business agreements, subject to regulatory approvals. The agreement was signed in Mumbai on 16 January 2026 by Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India, and Goh Choon Phong, Chief Executive Officer of Singapore Airlines.

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Emirates to Add Four Weekly Dubai–Manila Flights from April 2026

Emirates has announced a significant expansion of its operations to the Philippines, confirming the introduction of four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Manila beginning 2 April 2026. The move forms part of the airline’s broader growth strategy in Southeast Asia and underlines its long-term commitment to the Philippine market.

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Air Canada Prepares Boeing 737 MAX 8 Delivery (MSN 43357)

Air Canada Prepares Boeing 737 MAX 8 Delivery (MSN 43357) as the carrier continues to advance its narrowbody fleet renewal strategy. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery from Boeing and will further strengthen Air Canada’s short- and medium-haul operations.

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Etihad Airways Records Highest Passenger Numbers in Its History in 2025

Etihad Airways Records Highest Passenger Numbers in Its History in 2025, as the Abu Dhabi-based carrier reported strong year-on-year growth across passengers, capacity, and network reach. The airline carried 22.4 million passengers during the year, representing a 21% increase compared with 2024 and marking the highest annual total since its inception.

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Air India Takes Delivery of First Made-For-Air India Boeing 787-9 – VT-AWA

Air India Takes Delivery of First Made-For-Air India Boeing 787-9 as the airline welcomed its first line-fit Dreamliner configured specifically for the carrier’s transformation programme. The aircraft touched down at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi following a non-stop ferry flight from Boeing’s Everett production facility in the United States.