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Boeing Settles with Family of Ethiopian Airlines Crash Victim, Avoiding Federal Trial

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Boeing has reached a last-minute settlement with the family of a woman who was tragically killed in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines B737 MAX crash. This agreement allows Boeing to avoid a federal civil trial that was scheduled to proceed, offering closure to one of the many families affected by the disaster. The Ethiopian Airlines crash, involving a Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, was…

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Qantas Criticizes Qatar Airways-Virgin Australia Deal as Approval is Reviewed

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Qantas and other industry stakeholders have raised concerns about a proposed partnership between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia. This agreement would see Qatar Airways operate new international routes on behalf of Virgin Australia, a move that has stirred debate within the Australian aviation industry. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is currently reviewing the deal to determine whether it aligns…

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US Appeals Court Rejects American Airlines’ Bid to Overturn Ruling on JetBlue Partnership

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A US appeals court has rejected an attempt by American Airlines to overturn a judge’s decision that found its Northeast Alliance with JetBlue to be anticompetitive. This decision aligns with the US Department of Justice (DOJ), which had argued that the partnership restricted competition in the northeastern United States, ultimately disadvantaging consumers. The Northeast Alliance, which American Airlines and JetBlue had formed to expand…

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Chalair CEO Appeals to Court of Cassation After Conviction Confirmation

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Alain Battisti, CEO of Chalair Aviation, has announced his decision to appeal to the Court of Cassation after the Limoges Court of Appeal upheld a ruling implicating him in complicity in concealed work. This legal battle has garnered attention in the aviation sector, as it addresses serious allegations of concealed work practices within Chalair. Battisti’s appeal to France’s highest court reflects…

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Boeing Cites Evidence in Lawsuit Over B737 MAX Deal with Comair

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Boeing has cited “tangible evidence” in an ongoing lawsuit concerning a B737 MAX deal with Comair, a South African airline that ceased operations in 2022. The lawsuit centers around allegations from Comair that it was deceived by Boeing regarding the safety and reliability of the B737 MAX aircraft. Boeing’s legal response claims that Comair failed to retain records that…

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GOL and Abra Group Reach Plan for Chapter 11 Restructuring

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GOL, the Brazilian airline, has entered into a Plan Support Agreement with the Abra Group (UK), its affiliates, and unsecured creditors to facilitate the airline’s financial restructuring under Chapter 11. This agreement will reduce GOL’s prepetition debt and obligations by approximately $2.5 billion, a substantial move aimed at stabilizing its finances and preparing for a sustainable future.

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Nigerian Government Seeks Arrest Warrant for Dana Air MD in $786,000 Fraud Case

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The Nigerian government has called for a bench warrant against Hathiramani Ranesh, the Managing Director of Dana Air, following his failure to appear before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The case involves allegations of fraud totaling $786,000 (approximately ₦1.3 billion), with the Nigerian authorities pushing for legal action due to Ranesh’s absence at scheduled court proceedings. This development reflects Nigeria’s increasing focus on holding corporate…

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Foreign Airlines Seek Amendment to Israel’s Aviation Services Law Amid Conflict

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Foreign airlines operating in Israel have formally requested an amendment to the Aviation Services Law to address operational challenges caused by the ongoing conflict in the region. In a letter to the Knesset Economic Affairs Committee’s legal advisor, representatives of these airlines emphasized the need for legal adjustments to mitigate the impact of service disruptions and ensure passenger rights…

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Australia to Launch Open Skies with Canada and Malaysia in 2026

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Australia has secured Open Skies agreements with both Canada and Malaysia, granting airlines from these countries unrestricted rights to operate air passenger services to and from Australia starting in 2026. These agreements mark a significant shift in Australia’s aviation landscape, aiming to enhance connectivity and boost competition on international routes. The Open Skies policy is designed to promote greater accessibility, allowing airlines to operate…

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Wizz Air Loses Challenge Against EU-Approved Aid for TAROM

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Wizz Air, a low-cost airline based in Hungary, has lost its legal challenge against a $2.1 million capital increaseprovided by the Romanian government to TAROM, Romania’s national airline. This capital injection, aimed at supporting TAROM, was approved by EU competition regulators, and the EU General Court has now dismissed Wizz Air’s objections. Wizz Air argued that the state aid breached…