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    Air Tanzania, via its official Facebook account, announced (25/26-Jul-2026) it commenced three times weekly Dar Es Salaam-Muscat service on 25-Jul-2026. The airline operated the inaugural service with Boeing 737 MAX 9 equipment. Oman Air also operates on the route, according to OAG and the CAPA Route Capacity Analyser.

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    Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority issued approval for Air Tanzania to operate nonstop three times weekly services from Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar to Muscat from 25-Jul-2026.1 Air Tanzania director of marketing and commercial services Dominic Louis said it was preparing to commence Muscat operations, while deputy manager for public relations Jerry Ngewe said it aimed to add new African destinations and was expected to start Shinyanga service in Sep-2026.2

    Italian Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) approved (24-Jul-2026) ITA Airways' request to increase the weight limit for pets allowed in the cabin on dedicated domestic flights from 10kg to 30kg. The authorisation applies exclusively to services operated with specific aircraft models and remains subject to approved cabin configurations. [more - original PR - Italian]

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    Italy's Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport approved an ENAC resolution permitting pets up to 30kg in the cabin on domestic commercial flights, subject to specific operational measures and authorisation requirements, with up to six animals per flight1. ENAC subsequently issued guidelines for pets over 10kg, including securing carriers to seats near windows, advance crew and passenger notification, limits per flight and possible buffer zones for allergy sufferers2.

    Volotea announced (20-Jul-2026) plans to restructure its board of directors to comprise only four members. The carrier said it is developing a new strategic plan that will enable it to continue capturing opportunities across the sector. Volotea expects to provide approximately 13 million seats across Europe in 2026, up 7% year-on-year. [more - original PR]

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    Volotea completed a EUR15 million capital increase, lifting total new funding to EUR71 million, led by Aegean Airlines, Alaeo and PAR Capital, and raising Aegean’s stake to over 20%.1 It also forecast record 2025 results, with revenue of about EUR840 million and operating profit of EUR70-80 million, while CEO Carlos Muñoz cited “solid market trends and numerous opportunities” for 2026.2

    Cathay Pacific announced (24-Jul-2026) plans to adjust its passenger fuel surcharge, effective 01-Aug-2026. It is the first increase to the surcharge since Apr-2026. The carrier attributed the decision to recent increases in jet fuel pricing due to "the escalation of tensions in the Middle East". This also follows multiple reductions to the fuel surcharge since May-2026 following decreases in jet fuel pricing. The surcharge is on a per flight sector basis irrespective of fare type and is determined based on where passenger journeys begin. [more - original PR]

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    Cathay Pacific Group CEO Ronald Lam said fuel costs almost doubled in Mar-2026 versus the average in Jan/Feb-2026, with Cathay hedging 30% of its 2026 fuel needs, and indicated it would soon adjust its fuel surcharge in response to higher costs1. Cathay previously applied fuel surcharges on a per-sector basis irrespective of fare type, including on tickets issued or re-issued from 02-Nov-20192.

    Buddha Air, via its official Facebook account, announced (24-Jul-2026) it took delivery of Nepal's first ATR 72-600 (9N-AOS). Buddha Air expects the aircraft will help improve operational reliability while supporting safer and more efficient air travel across Nepal.

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    Buddha Air retired an ATR 72-500 after its final scheduled Siddharthanagar-Kathmandu service on 09-Mar-2026, with the aircraft having entered commercial operation on 02-Jul-2010.1 It previously took delivery of an ATR 72-500 on 06-Dec-2024, reporting a fleet of 19 aircraft at that time.2

    US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) partnered (24-Jul-2026) with Qatar's Ministry of the Interior, Qatar Airways and the New Terminal One at New York John F Kennedy International Airport to implement the International Remote Baggage Screening (IRBS) programme for Qatar Airways' Doha-New York JFK service. Through IRBS, X-ray images of checked baggage for New York JFK-bound passengers are captured prior to departure from Doha and transmitted to CBP officers, who remotely review them while the aircraft is enroute to the US. The approach aims to expedite processing and allow eligible connecting passengers to proceed directly to their onward flights without reclaiming and rechecking baggage unless selected for additional inspection. [more - original PR]

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    New Terminal One and US Customs and Border Protection previously launched Enhanced Passenger Processing at JFK, using biometric technology supported by iProov to improve inspection efficiency.1 Qatar Airways signed a long term agreement to move to New Terminal One when it opened in 2026, with phase one expected by mid 2026, and it planned a 15,000sqft premium lounge.2 CBP’s International Remote Baggage Screening was implemented on Seoul Incheon-Atlanta in Aug-2025, supported by Smiths Detection, to remove the need for transit passengers to reclaim and re-check bags.3

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    Embraer Commercial Aviation president and CEO Arjan Meijer stated (21-Jul-2026) the company no longer plans to develop a new 70 to 90 seat turboprop aircraft. Mr Meijer commented: "We said we put it in the fridge. Then we said we put it in the freezer. But I think it's fair to say, we've completely shelved that project". He added: "We actually believe that a lot of the turboprop markets can be flown with the jets that we have". [more - Aviation Week]

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    Embraer Commercial Aviation president and CEO Arjan Meijer previously said development of the proposed turboprop was suspended in Dec-2022, with entry into service slipping from 2028 into the 2030s, and it would only be launched if performance, cost, reliability and fuel burn targets were met1. Embraer also forecast demand for 2030 turboprops through 2043, versus 8470 jets, underscoring its jet-led outlook2.

    Joby Aviation and Virgin Atlantic Airways signed (22-Jul-2026) a definitive agreement to formalise a partnership announced in 2025, which will support the introduction of Joby's air taxi services to the UK. The multi-year agreement builds on Joby's existing exclusivity arrangement with Delta Air Lines. London Heathrow Airport and Manchester Airport are expected to be among the primary UK connection points, with plans to extend service across the UK over time. Virgin Atlantic will offer Joby's air taxi service through its booking platforms, including mobile app and website, enabling UK travellers to book a seamless air taxi connection alongside their long haul flights. Joby will retain sole responsibility for aircraft operations, route management and securing UK Civil Aviation Authority regulatory approvals, while Virgin Atlantic will support infrastructure integration and customer acquisition at both hubs. [more - original PR] [more - Aviation Week]

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    Joby previously partnered with Virgin Atlantic to launch UK air taxi services from London Heathrow and Manchester, with Virgin supporting marketing, regulator engagement and landing-infrastructure development, while customers could reserve seats via Virgin’s digital channels.1 2 Joby also applied for UK certification of its five-seat eVTOL, enabling concurrent validation by the UK CAA alongside its US FAA programme.3 4

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