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ITA Airways Chairman Awaits Lufthansa Group Acquisition Approval

ITA Airways (Italy) chairman Antonino Turicchi has expressed optimism that the airline will secure final approval for its acquisition by Lufthansa Group (Germany) from the European Commission (EC) before the end of 2024. This approval marks a critical step in solidifying Lufthansa’s stake in the Italian national carrier.

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High Court Pauses Summer Seat Cap at Dublin Airport Amid Legal Challenge

The Irish High Court has issued a temporary suspension on the Irish Aviation Authority‘s (IAA) decision to impose a passenger seat cap at Dublin Airport for the upcoming 2025 summer season. This seat cap, aimed at limiting airport traffic, was challenged by major airlines, including Ryanair and Aer Lingus, who argued that it would negatively…

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FlySafair Faces Compliance Issue with South African Foreign Ownership Regulations

FlySafair, a low-cost airline based in South Africa, is currently under scrutiny from the International Air Services Council (IASC) for non-compliance with local regulations regarding foreign ownership. According to the IASC, FlySafair’s current ownership structure does not align with South Africa’s regulatory limits on foreign ownership for domestic airlines. This compliance issue poses a potential…