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TAP Air Portugal Strengthens Porto Hub With New Routes and MRO Base

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TAP Air Portugal has unveiled a wide-ranging expansion plan that significantly elevates Porto’s Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport as a core pillar of its future network and operational strategy. The initiative includes the construction of a new maintenance and engineering facility and the launch of multiple new international routes, marking a deliberate shift toward decentralizing operations away from Lisbon.

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euroAtlantic Airways Unveils 2030 Strategic Growth Plan

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euroAtlantic Airways, one of Europe’s oldest ACMI service providers, is entering a transformative phase with the launch of its “EAA New Era 2030 Strategic Plan.” Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Lisbon, euroAtlantic has long been a key ACMI, charter, and wet lease provider for major airlines including TAP Portugal, Air France, DHL, Azul, Royal Air Maroc, and British Airways….

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airBaltic Launches Riga–Faro Route In Winter Expansion

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airBaltic, Latvia’s national carrier, has launched a new direct service connecting Riga (RIX) with Faro (FAO) in southern Portugal, expanding its footprint in one of Europe’s most popular leisure regions. The route, operated once weekly on Saturdays, marks airBaltic’s fourth Portuguese destination after Lisbon, Porto, and Madeira, which will be added later in 2025. The inaugural flight has a scheduled block time…

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TAP Air Portugal To Take Delivery Of Airbus A320neo MSN 12635

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TAP Air Portugal is preparing to expand its fleet with the imminent delivery of a brand-new Airbus A320neo, highlighting its commitment to modern, fuel-efficient operations. The incoming aircraft, identified as MSN 12635, is powered by a pair of CFM LEAP-1A26 engines and will feature a single-class cabin configuration with 174Y seats.

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Portugal Sets $817M Price For TAP Stake Sale

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The Portuguese government has formally set the valuation for the partial privatization of TAP Air Portugal (TP), placing a $817.7 million price on a 44.9% minority stake in the national carrier. In addition, 5% of the airline’s shares will be reserved for employees, while the state will retain majority ownership to safeguard strategic control.

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Embraer Expands Lithuanian Partnership Following C-390 Selection

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Embraer, a global leader in aerospace and defense, is advancing its strategic footprint in Europe by establishing long-term industrial cooperation with Lithuania, following the country’s selection of the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft in June 2025. The initiative strengthens Lithuania’s defense capabilities while contributing to its broader industrial and technological development goals.

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TAP Air Portugal Wet Leases A320 From Airhub Malta

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TAP Air Portugal has entered into a wet lease agreement for an Airbus A320, bearing serial number 4384, with Airhub Malta to support increased travel demand during the summer 2025 season. The aircraft will operate flights from Lisbon to key destinations including Paris-Orly, Madrid, and Barcelona.

Portugal Plans $9.2 Billion Alcochete Airport by 2034

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The Portuguese government has officially requested ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal, the country’s airport operator, to submit a proposal for the construction and operation of a new international airport in the Lisbon district. The proposed airport, to be located in Alcochete, is expected to cost up to US$9.2 billion and commence operations by 2034.