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ITA Airways Officially Joins the Star Alliance, Expanding Network to Over 190 Countries

[Aviation News] ITA Airways officially joined the Star Alliance on April 1, 2026, becoming its 26th member airline. Following its entry into the alliance, ITA Airways will leverage its two main hubs—Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN)—to integrate into the Star Alliance’s global network, which spans over 1,150 destinations across more than […]

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Air Astana launches summer schedule

[Press Release] Air Astana has launched its summer schedule, which runs through until 24th October 2026. During this period, flight frequencies to existing destinations have been increased, seasonal routes resumed and new destinations inaugurated. The new Almaty to Shanghai service was launched on 29th March 2026, which initially operates three times a week on Tuesdays,

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Shanghai and Shenzhen launch direct flights to Tashkent

[Aviation News] On March 30, 2026, air connectivity between China and Central Asia was further enhanced as Shanghai and Shenzhen simultaneously launched direct passenger routes to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. This development marks a continued expansion of direct links between eastern China and the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area and key Central Asian cities, providing

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IndiGo Appoints IATA Director General as New Chief Executive Officer

[Aviation News] IndiGo has announced that Willie Walsh, the current Director General of the International Air Transport Association, will step down from his role at IATA on July 31, 2026, and is expected to assume the position of Chief Executive Officer of IndiGo in early August, subject to regulatory approval. It is understood that Walsh will

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Air Astana Launches Inaugural Almaty–Shanghai Service

[Press Release] At approximately 03:53 on March 30, 2026, the inaugural flight of Air Astana’s Almaty–Shanghai service landed smoothly at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and was welcomed with a ceremonial water salute, marking the official launch of the direct route between the two cities. The new route operates three times weekly. Flights from Almaty to

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IndiGo Strengthens India-China Connectivity; Commences Daily, Direct Flights Between Kolkata and Shanghai

[Press Release] IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, today commenced its daily, non-stop service between Kolkata and Shanghai on 29 March, 2026, marking another significant milestone in strengthening air connectivity between India and People’s Republic of China. This launch builds on IndiGo’s recent expansion in China, including the successful reinstatement of flights from Kolkata to Guangzhou and

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China’s 2026 Summer–Autumn Aviation Season Sees Accelerated Recovery of Domestic and International Routes

[Aviation News] Starting from March 29, China’s civil aviation sector has officially entered the 2026 summer–autumn schedule. While overall operational scale remains stable, the domestic network continues to be optimized and the international market is showing clear signs of accelerated recovery, with flight volumes increasing by approximately 1.8% year-on-year. The industry’s focus is increasingly shifting toward

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Shanghai Airports Launch Summer–Autumn Schedule from March 29 with 2,516 Daily Flights Planned

[Aviation News] From March 29 to October 24, 2026, Shanghai’s airports will operate the 2026 summer–autumn flight schedule. Under the new season, Shanghai Airports will further strengthen their role as a comprehensive international aviation hub, actively supporting airlines in launching new routes and increasing frequencies. A total of 2,516 flights are scheduled daily on average, representing

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Middle East Tensions Reshape Global Capacity as Lufthansa Expands China and Asia Network

[Aviation News] Ongoing tensions in the Middle East are reshaping the global aviation capacity landscape. Lufthansa has indicated that as several Middle Eastern carriers scale back or suspend operations, market demand is rapidly shifting toward European and other fully operational airlines. The carrier reported a significant increase in bookings for March departures, with overall growth of

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China Southern and China Eastern Ramp Up Capacity for Summer–Autumn Season, Expanding Both International and Domestic Networks

[Aviation News] Starting from March 29, 2026, China’s civil aviation sector enters the summer–autumn season, with multiple airlines increasing capacity deployment and optimizing route networks, reflecting a parallel trend of accelerated international recovery and strengthened domestic hub operations. China Southern Airlines plans to operate nearly 700,000 flights during the new season, covering more than 230 destinations

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Finnair Orders Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft to Advance European Fleet Renewal

[Aviation News] Finnair announced that it will order up to 46 E195-E2 narrowbody aircraft from Embraer, including 18 firm orders, 16 options, and 12 purchase rights. The aircraft will be used to replace aging fleet and support upgrades to its European network. This marks one of Finnair’s largest investments in over two decades, with deliveries scheduled

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Vietnam Airlines Recognized Among the World’s Leading Full-Service Carriers for 2026

[Press Release] Vietnam Airlines has been ranked 16th among the world’s top 25 full-service airlines in 2026 by AirlineRatings.com. The airline also earned first place in both “World’s Best Value Business Class Product” and “World’s Best Value Premium Economy Product” categories. AirlineRatings’ annual evaluation assesses carriers based on product quality, passenger experience, comfort, service options,

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