Welcome to today’s (October 8, 2024) Daily Airline News Roundup, where we bring you the key headlines and industry developments from the world of commercial aviation.
All the headlines we’ve gathered are from the past 24 hours, offering you a comprehensive summary of the latest news in one place.
Please note that some of the links provided will direct you to third-party websites. These sites are not under our control and are not part of Airline Facts. That being said, let’s get into the news.
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General Airline News
US companies hit pause on Florida ops as Hurricane Milton approaches. (Reuters)
Africa
Samson Arega has been appointed as Group VP of Customer Experience at Ethiopian Airlines. (Aircraft Interiors International)
TAAG Angola Airlines announce that the company is now officially member of ALTA (Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association). (Travel Daily News)
Asia
Etihad Airways gears up for significant flight network expansion, announces 31 new destinations across Europe, Asia, and beyond. (Travel and Tour World)
Vietnam Airlines makes its debut at Munich Airport. (Aerospace Global News)
SpiceJet adds more aircraft as fundraising wraps up. (Flight Global)
Europe
British Airways has become the first airline to accept the Veteran Card as photographic identification on domestic flights. (The Independent)
Portugal says many firms, including Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, and IAG are interested in TAP Air Portugal. (Bloomberg)
Turkish Airlines has introduced the world’s “oldest bread” to select Business Class flights. (Breaking Travel News)
Latin America
Brazil’s Azul eyes fresh capital raising after debt deal with lessors. (Reuters)
North America/Caribbean
United adds 4 new domestic routes, including 1 new destination. (The Points Guy)
Oceania
Lightning strike, wild weather turn back Air New Zealand flights. (The Press)
Airlines that strategically cancel flights to block competition at Sydney airport could face civil penalties as the Albanese government moves to crack down on the Qantas–Virgin duopoly. (The Guardian)
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