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Largest direct aircraft purchase from a manufacturer for SAS in nearly three decades

The German Federal Cartel Office approved the purchase of a 10% stake in airBaltic by Lufthansa, granting it a seat on the board. Despite direct competition on several routes between Germany and the Baltic states, the merger was permitted under the de minimis merger law

Effective Immediately: Airlines are no longer required to report or pay the aviation tax in Sweden that was introduced in 2018 and is now abolished within government reforms. The aim: to encourage flights and improve competition--despite environmental criticism, airlines welcome the move

Air Haifa Returns with New Routes and Affordable Prices

Etihad offers a luxurious alternative through Abu Dhabi amid Israel's lack of direct flights to Canada

New Route Launch with GOL Airlines

Earlier, a severe technical failure in the radar system in northwestern Italy temporarily halted air traffic at Milan Linate, Turin, and Genoa. Airlines warned of delays and cancellations

Wizz Air Celebrates Milestone in Bulgaria

The end of hidden fees and baggage chaos: In a groundbreaking move, the European Parliament has approved free carry-ons, family protections, automatic compensation, and travel agency transparency. The legislation will face the final vote in July before revolutionizing the skies

A significant move symbolizing the return of regional and aerial trust. This week, FlyDubai will gradually increase to eight daily flights on the Tel Aviv–Dubai route