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AirAsia X to keep lowering fares as jet fuel prices fall, CEO says

HONG KONG - Malaysian budget carrier AirAsia X has lowered fares by 5% since June 15, with the airline reviewing its pricing week by week and adding back capacity as jet fuel prices drop, the company's Chief Executive Officer (⁠CEO), Bo Lingam, said on Monday.

Bangkok Post

AirAsia X to keep lowering fares as jet fuel prices fall

AirAsia X is slashing fares by 5% and reviewing prices weekly as jet fuel costs ease following a U.S.-Iran peace deal. The Malaysian budget carrier had previously cut flights and increased surcharges due to soaring fuel prices. The airline plans to restore flight capacity by August and expects its first…

The Economic Times

How do you build a plane for a 22-hour journey? Inside the factory building aviation history

As Qantas reveals the launch date for its groundbreaking Sydney-London non-stop flights, aviation expert Padraig Prendergast speaks to the engineers, pilots and professors behind Project Sunrise

The Independent UK

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Airbus at Vivatech: How quantum sensing and AI can transform flying

Airbus is testing radar, lidar, cameras and AI to help aircraft detect obstacles and give pilots better situational awareness. Euronews Next spoke to the head of their Optimate demonstrator project.

Euronews

A joy to watch? Pauline Hanson gets a warm welcome in some parts of the media

As One Nation leader is hailed as ‘a politician ready to rule’, Greg Jericho is booted from the press gallery. Plus: a ‘WTF moment’ across the Tasman

The Guardian - AU

Body of man found in landing gear of plane at Gatwick Airport

It is understood the man had hidden himself in the landing gear of the Airbus A320 before take-off from Tangier

Evening Standard

World's longest non-stop flight set for 2027 take-off as Qantas confirms Sydney-London route

Qantas’s long-awaited ‘Project Sunrise’ will see the world's longest non-stop passenger flight cover more than 16,000 kilometres between 19 and 22 hours.

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Qantas plans a 22-hour London-Sydney nonstop flight, set for October next year

Qantas Airways plans to launch the world’s longest direct flight next year, a service of up to 22 hours nonstop between London and Sydney

The Independent UK

Qantas to begin non-stop Sydney-London flights from October 2027

Qantas will begin the world's first direct flights from Sydney to London in October 2027. This historic route will use new Airbus A350-1000ULR planes. A direct Sydney to New York service will also launch later. These flights will significantly cut travel time. Ticket sales for the London route start in…

The Economic Times

Qantas to launch non-stop Sydney-London flights in October 2027

SYDNEY - The Australian airline Qantas announced it will launch the world's first non-stop flights between London and Sydney in October 2027.

Bangkok Post

Qantas delays nonstop flights from Sydney to London – again

Problematic history of airline’s Project Sunrise continues, with scheduled start date pushed back to October 2027

The Guardian - AU

"The father of them all' — How Europe's top-secret Barracuda drone shaped the future of combat aviation 20 years ago

Twenty years after its first flight, Barracuda remains the technological foundation behind Europe's future military aviation projects.

TechRadar

Jackie O pursues claim against Kiis FM after Kyle Sandilands settles – as it happened

All the day’s events as they happened

The Guardian - AU

Qantas picks London for record-breaking non-stop flight

Direct commercial flights between London and Sydney are set to fly for the first time from October 2027, Qantas says.

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Qantas to announce launch of ultra-long-haul flights

Qantas is poised to announce the first destinations for the world's longest non-stop flights under its "Project Sunrise" plan that's expected to launch in 2027.

The Economic Times

A330 neo planes could be very good option for Indian aviation market: Airbus exec

India's aviation sector is set for significant expansion. Airbus believes its A330 neo aircraft is a strong contender for Indian airlines. The company anticipates substantial growth in air travel within India over the next decade. Airbus is committed to supporting this growth with its aircraft deliveries and increasing local sourcing.

The Economic Times

As Europe rearms, 'wingman' aircraft take centre stage

Europe and the United States are developing advanced AI-powered drones. These unmanned aircraft, known as wingman drones, will fly alongside fighter jets. Companies like Airbus, Boeing, and General Atomics are showcasing their latest designs. This technology aims to enhance military capabilities and provide a strategic advantage. These drones are expected…

The Conversation

What the failed next generation fighter jet deal means for European defence

A few hours before the inauguration of the Berlin ILA airshow, the German Chancellor unsurprisingly announced the end of the Future Combat Air System (FCAS). Launched by Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel in 2017, the program initially intended to prepare a Next Generation Fighter (NGF) aircraft, remote effectors, loyal unmanned…

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Air India plans to downsize with owner Tata balking at losses

Air India is reportedly deferring aircraft deliveries, cutting flights, and postponing expansion plans following instructions from owner Tata Group to focus on reducing significant losses. This strategic shift aims to stabilize operations and implement cost-cutting measures, impacting a previously ambitious growth agenda.

The Conversation

Germany pulled the plug on flagship FCAS fighter jet – the implications for European defence are worrying

The effective collapse of the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet programme is a major setback for European defence cooperation.

The Times of India

EasyJet flight took off from wrong runway point at Manchester Airport after cockpit error

An EasyJet flight from Manchester to Kos mistakenly took off from the wrong runway position, significantly reducing available runway length. While the Airbus A320 departed safely, investigators highlighted the serious safety implications of such navigation errors, especially under different conditions. The AAIB's findings emphasize the potential risks associated with reduced…

Bangkok Post

Air China C909 hits bird as Chinese jets face growing 'real-world' tests

A suspected bird strike on a Chinese-made C909 regional jet in Beijing has reportedly left some marks on its nose and airframe, but experts said the likelihood of any severe damage was very low.

Euronews

Senior MEP fears Airbus-Boeing dispute could reignite EU-US tensions

German MEP Bernd Lange fears the end of a crucial corporate truce could give the US grounds to breach the Turnberry agreement, which the European Parliament is expected to adopt next week.

The Economic Times

Air India's long history as it continues to face fallout from deadly crash

Investigators will delay the final report on the deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash. The analysis of the plane's engines requires more time. This incident marked the world's deadliest air disaster in a decade. Air India has a long history, founded in 1932. The airline is undergoing significant changes and…

The Economic Times

Who were the two pilots who flew the Air India jet that crashed?

As investigators probe the Air India Boeing 787 crash, details of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kunder's careers and training are under scrutiny. Sabharwal, 56, was highly experienced with over 15,000 flying hours, while Kunder, 32, had accumulated over 3,400 hours. The final report is expected to be…

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