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Over 10 A320neo and 737 MAX Jets Set For Dismantling by 2026

Rising demand for next-generation spare parts and certified engines is driving an unprecedented wave of **Airbus A320neo** and **Boeing 737 MAX** dismantling, with over 10 aircraft now slated for teardown before 2026. The program, commissioned by **AerFin** and executed by **TARMAC Aerosave**, signals a decisive shift in the economics of relatively young narrowbody jets.

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Czech Competition Authority Grants Conditional Approval for Pegasus’ Acquisition of Smartwings

Pegasus Airlines has secured conditional approval from the Czech Competition Authority (ÚOHS) for its planned acquisition of Smartwings and Czech Airlines, positioning the Turkish low-cost carrier for significant expansion in Central Europe amid strict regulatory requirements.

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Flydubai Launches Dedicated Freighter Operations at DWC

flydubai is making a decisive move into the air cargo sector by launching dedicated freighter operations at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) from 01 October 2026. This major development could redefine the competitive landscape for regional trade and logistics—especially as the carrier introduces Boeing 737-800 freighter aircraft, a first for its fleet, while rapidly expanding…