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Saudi Airlines to begin direct Abuja-Jeddah flights in December

 Saudia Airlines, Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, will commence direct flights between Abuja and Jeddah in December, according to Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development.   In a post on X on Thursday, Keyamo said Yousef Bin Mohammed …

UAE suspends Iranian airlines’ flights

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has suspended flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the country, effective Thursday and until further notice, according to the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. The authority said in a statement that the …

DHL and Singapore Airlines extend freighter partnership

DHL Express and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have renewed their partnership to operate five Boeing 777 freighters from Singapore Changi Airport. This collaboration, which began in 2022, will continue to see SIA pilots flying the aircraft and SIA engineers …

Iranian airlines cancel all flights to UAE following strict new US sanctions

Iranian news agency ISNA reported on Thursday that all flights by Iranian airlines heading to the United Arab Emirates have been canceled effective midnight last night. This development follows a new package of strict US sanctions on the Iranian aviation …

United Airlines older Polaris better than you think

Sleeping amenities and amenity kit Waiting at the seat on boarding is a large, soft plush pillow alongside a smaller memory foam pillow, and two blankets. The quality is good across the board, with a bedding set that rivals some of the Gulf carriers known …

flydubai becomes first airline to launch scheduled international flights to Pokhara

flydubai has launched daily non-stop flights between Dubai International (DXB) and Pokhara International Airport (PHH), establishing the first direct air link between Dubai and Western Nepal. Pokhara marks flydubai’s second destination in Nepal, alongside …

flydubai becomes first airline to launch international flights to Nepal's Pokhara

flydubai has launched daily non-stop flights between Dubai International (DXB) and Pokhara International Airport (PHH), establishing the first direct air link between Dubai and Western Nepal. Pokhara marks flydubai’s second destination in Nepal, alongside …

Hundreds of flights at risk as cabin crew of major airline set to strike

The industrial action could affect passengers travelling between the UK and Portugal during two periods later this year, including the busy run-up to Christmas. EasyJet cabin crew based in Portugal are set to walk out from October 2 to October 6 and again …

American Airlines Expands its Asian Footprint With a Major Deal

Two airlines are preparing to deepen a partnership that links a large U.S. domestic network with a growing Asian carrier. The arrangement builds on an existing agreement that already lets passengers combine flights from both airlines on one ticket. For U.S …

Airline begins returning its planes, all flights off

At the start of September, Brazilian airline Total Linhas Aéreas stopped operating after its air operator’s certificate (AOC) was suspended by Brazil’s Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC). The suspension followed a safety audit that turned up a number …

Vietnam’s aircraft fleet hits record 258 as airlines expand

According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, as of September 22, 2026, the country had 258 aircraft registered in Vietnam and operated by 13 companies spanning commercial aviation, general aviation, specialized aviation and flight training. …

Something is being done – GCAA boss on government’s move to cut airline costs

The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) says measures are being taken to help reduce the cost of domestic air travel as concerns over high airfares continue to grow. Director General of the GCAA, Rev Stephen Wilfred Arthur, says the regulator is working …

Alaska Airlines plans to increase Paine Field passenger capacity

Alaska Airlines says it plans to boost its passenger capacity at Paine Field Airport by 50% this fall through next summer. “Paine Field is an important part of our Puget Sound network, giving guests a simpler, more convenient way to access Alaska’s West …

United Arab Emirates Suspends Iranian Airlines’ Flights Until Further Notice

  The United Arab Emirates has suspended flights operated by Iranian air carriers to and from the country until further notice, according to the state-run Emirates News Agency (WAM). The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority said the suspension took effect …

Iraqi holy city suspends Iranian airlines, enforcing US sanctions

Iraq’s Najaf airport, a top destination for Shia Muslims, suspended all Iranian flights on Friday, enforcing US sanctions, the airport director told AFP. Airport director Hussein Muhanna told AFP that “all flights were halted between Iran and Najaf airport …

Asman Airlines is exploring the possibility of purchasing COMAC aircraft

Asman Airlines is exploring the possibility of purchasing aircraft from the Chinese manufacturer COMAC, including the C909 and C919 models. This was reported by the State Enterprise "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". COMAC will provide Asman Airlines with …

Private airline’s tyre came off during landing at Nepal airport, all safe

A private airline aircraft carrying 16 people suffered a runway mishap upon landing at an airport in Nepal on Thursday after its rear right wheel came off, officials said. The aircraft belonging to Sita Airlines lost its rear right wheel while landing at …

Another airline cancels almost all US flights due to low demand

Two longstanding routes from New York will be cut by October. Between the current cost of jet fuel and the anti-immigration politics and rhetoric of the Trump administration, international travel to the U.S. has been in a slump that continues to deepen …

flydubai becomes first airline to launch international flights to Nepal's Pokhara

NLign Analytics Announces Strategic Investment by The Brydon Group to Accelerate Growth in Aerospace and Defense

Investment will support product development, growth, and adoption of NLign’s Digital Twin Intelligence platform across aerospace and defense. BLUE ASH, OH, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NLign, whose software helps …

Repair Shop Solutions Adds Video Walkarounds to Digital Vehicle Inspections

New feature lets advisors replace a static vehicle photo with a full video explanation, giving customers a face-to-face experience without the trip to the shop REDONDO BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Repair Shop …

Final Call: Seats Are Running Out for OHCON 2026, Ohio's Premier Public Safety UAS Conference

Pre-conference Program Managers Course is sold out as hands-on Flight OPS training seats go fast ahead of the September 29–30 event at the Ohio Fire Academy COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DRONERESPONDERS …

Space Force Association Partners with True Victory to Launch Official SFA Store

Veteran-owned sportswear brand joins SFA to offer Guardians, chapters and Space Force supporters a brand-new line COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Space Force Association (SFA) today announced a …

Employees Achieve IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification, Strengthening Our Commitment to Quality and Expertise

We are delighted to announce that our entire cable assembly team has successfully achieved Certified IPC/WHMA-A-620 Specialist (CIS) certification. CHESHAM, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification …

ProDeskSim Modular Display Unit Sells Out First And Second Production Batch Following Strong Flight Simulator Demand

ProDeskSim expands its modular flight simulation lineup with a configurable 14.9-inch cockpit display featuring interchangeable aircraft overlays. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Modular 14.9-inch touch display …

Spotter Global & RACOM AS Advance Multi-Domain Surveillance at REPMUS: Drone, Boat, USV, & Ground Threat Tracking

Spotter Global’s compact radar suite is expanding in critical multi-domain surveillance capabilities. OREM, UT, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spotter Global has successfully established a new standard in multi-domain …

Cybersecurity During a Commercial Move Is a Project Management Problem, Not an IT Problem, Says Relocation Strategies

Irvine Firm Warns That Vendor Access, Chain of Custody, and Sequencing Failures Drive Most Move-Related Security Incidents IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forty-eight percent of all data breaches now …

HYSF SUBSEA Expands High-Current Underwater Connector Range for Subsea Power

Expanded 25A to 180A connector options support subsea thrusters, ROVs, AUVs, offshore energy equipment and underwater power systems. LANGFANG, SHANDONG, CHINA, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LANGFANG, China — HYSF SUBSEA, an underwater …

NGPA Announces 2027 Directors and Officers

The NGPA elected returning directors to terms of service beginning in January, along with board officers for calendar year 2027. ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During its annual face-to-face Board of …

Radeus Labs Extends 25-year Partnership With General Atomics Aeronautical through 2029 with New GCS Contracts

Small-business agility and sustainment expertise support GA-ASI UAV ground control systems worldwide POWAY, CA, UNITED STATES, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Radeus Labs, Inc., a small business specializing in mission computing and …

UNIFY.C2 and Squarehead Technology Partner to Deliver Passive, Multi-Sensor Counter-UAS Detection at Scale

Integration of Squarehead’s passive acoustic drone detection system with the UNIFY.C2 command-and-control platform enhances real-time airspace awareness. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UNIFY.C2 today announced a …

Aerospace And Defense Coatings Market Size, Trends, Innovations, Forecasts, And Industry Insights Through 2030

The Business Research Company's Aerospace And Defense Coatings Market Size, Trends, Innovations, Forecasts, And Industry Insights Through 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

The Aerospace Open Die Forgings Market Is Expected to Grow Steadily at an 8% CAGR Until 2030

The Business Research Company's Aerospace Open Die Forgings Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The aerospace open die …

Recent Aerospace Testing Market Analysis by The Business Research Company, Emphasizing Upcoming Industry Trends

The Business Research Company's Aerospace Testing Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The aerospace testing sector has …

Aerospace and Defense Material Market Forecast Report with Segment Analysis and Strategic Industry Insights

The Business Research Company's Aerospace and Defense Material Market Forecast Report with Segment Analysis and Strategic Industry Insights LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The aerospace …

Aerospace and Defense Core Materials Market Analysis Report Covering Demand Patterns and Competitive Landscape

The Business Research Company's Aerospace and Defense Core Materials Market Analysis Report Covering Demand Patterns and Competitive Landscape LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

CAAC Opens Regulated Pathway for Overseas Used Aircraft Parts to Chinese Airlines and MROs

New CAAC framework requires dismantled aircraft parts to meet enhanced traceability; AFRA-CAAC registry by Block Aero is named as the current compliant platform BEIJING, CHINA, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New CAAC framework requires …

Aircraft Environmental Control Systems Market Report Details Major Segments, Regional Developments, and Competitors

The Business Research Company’s Aircraft Environmental Control Systems Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The aircraft …

Outlook for the Aircraft Interior Lighting Market Improves as Global Demand Increases

The Business Research Company’s Aircraft Interior Lighting Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The aircraft interior lighting …