Airlines
Emirates opens daily Helsinki link with passenger and cargo capacity
The new Dubai service adds a year-round connection, with bellyhold freight capacity alongside its three passenger cabins.
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Airports
Copenhagen reports record September ahead of autumn travel peak
The airport handled 3.2 million passengers in September and expects another busy school-holiday period from 9 October.
Airlines
KLM's first A350 arrives as long-haul preparations continue
The first aircraft has reached Schiphol, with Toronto planned as its initial passenger destination and cabin certification work still in progress.
Airlines
Delta schedules twice-daily Flagstaff link from Salt Lake City
SkyWest is set to operate the year-round regional route from June 2027, adding another spoke to Delta’s Utah hub.
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Cargo
Emirates SkyCargo reports a million pharmaceutical shipments
The carrier links its cumulative shipment milestone to a decade of specialist handling investment across its Dubai hub.
Ground
Menzies adds passenger handling at Kuala Lumpur
Existing ramp staff have been trained for passenger handling at the Malaysian hub.
Military Aviation
Finland welcomes its first two permanently based F-35As
The arrival marks a new stage in fleet introduction, while eight Finnish aircraft remain in the United States for training.
World
FAA reports record trainee hiring as controller training continues
The agency hired 2,235 controller trainees in fiscal 2026; those entrants still need training before they can become certified controllers.
Airports
Travel coalition seeks EU support for voluntary biometrics
Airport and airline associations and technology suppliers set out a policy request centred on passenger choice and practical alternatives.
World
Early European air-navigation figures show lower unit costs
EUROCONTROL's preliminary 2025 comparison remains subject to validation and later revision.
Cargo
Ethiopian orders ten Boeing freighters
The purchase combines eight 777-8 Freighters with two aircraft from the existing 777 Freighter programme.
Airlines
FLYONE Armenia firms two-aircraft Airbus order
The agreement turns an earlier memorandum into a direct order for two A321neos.
Cargo
WFS opens larger cargo base at Lyon
The new terminal combines handling areas and cold rooms at one airport site.
Cabin
SAS sets February start for new onboard coffee partnership
The airline plans a staged introduction with Lykke Coffee Farms, followed by a broader concept including its lounges.
World
Georgia coalition brings aviation and feedstock sectors together
Delta and regional partners have launched a group focused on developing sustainable aviation fuel production and investment.
Maintenance
GE outlines Ohio aerospace training grants
The planned funding supports manufacturing courses, welding training and regional workforce coordination.
Airlines
Air passenger demand slips while available capacity edges higher
IATA reports a small global traffic decline in August, with load factors easing as capacity slightly increased.
Military Aviation
Sikorsky and US Army agree flexible Black Hawk production deal
The initial agreement covers 16 helicopters, with deliveries due to begin in 2028 and scope to add further aircraft.
Military Aviation
Second Navy carrier gains MQ-25 command station
A September update confirms a second installation, adding the control infrastructure needed for unmanned carrier aviation.
Airports
Frankfurt forecasts 3.5 million passengers during autumn break
Fraport’s outlook highlights border-processing time and passenger preparation for the October holiday period.
Military Aviation
Boeing selected for US Navy's F/A-XX fighter programme
The company says the development award adds a second next-generation fighter programme to its portfolio.
Cargo
Airbus A350F begins flight-test campaign with MSN 700 maiden flight
Airbus says its first A350F test aircraft completed a four-hour maiden flight, opening a certification campaign rather than marking certification or delivery.
Cargo
Air cargo demand rises as available capacity edges lower
IATA's August figures show rising traffic against a small capacity decline, with regional differences that matter for cargo planning.
Maintenance
Rolls-Royce announces £300 million in UK facility upgrades
The programme spans engineering, manufacturing and maintenance capacity, with work scheduled over several years.