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Airports & Networks Digest

A monthly roundup of the most read stories in August

Batik Air Malaysia, AirAsia X Cleared To Launch Central Asia Routes

David Casey

The Malaysian Aviation Commission has granted air traffic rights to Batik Air Malaysia and AirAsia X, enabling them to expand their networks into Central Asia.

Air Canada, Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines Add International Routes

David Casey

Air Canada is returning to Singapore after more than 30 years, while Virgin Atlantic is planning to make its long-awaited debut in South America and Turkish Airlines is further expanding its footprint in North America.

American Airlines Suspends New York-Doha, Switches To Philadelphia

David Casey

American Airlines’ route connecting New York and Doha will be suspended at the end of the northern summer season, with service to Qatar instead switching to Philadelphia.

El Al Targets Expansion With U.S., Asia-Pacific Routes

David Casey

El Al Israel Airlines has outlined plans to add three new long-haul destinations to its network, as well as further developing its short-haul leisure offering through subsidiary Sun d’Or.

50 New Routes Starting In August 2023

David Casey

Indian LCC IndiGo is further expanding its international network in August with four new overseas destinations joining the airline’s route map.

Spirit Airlines Contends With A320neo ‘Gliders’ As It Plans Schedule

Aaron Karp

Spirit Airlines is willing to be creative with route frequencies, particularly as it contends with its exposure to the latest Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan engine issue and ongoing air traffic control constraints, Vice President for Network Planning John Kirby says.

American To Serve Three New European Cities

David Casey

American Airlines is introducing three new European markets during summer 2024 as part of a strategy to further rebuild its transatlantic network from Philadelphia and ensure better year-round utilization of its widebody fleet.

Etihad To Open Fourth U.S. Gateway

David Casey

Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to add Boston to its list of destinations in the U.S., with flights set to begin at the start of the northern summer 2024 season.

Singapore Airlines A380 Returning To Europe As Capacity Ramps Up

Chen Chuanren

The Airbus A380 will be reinstated on the daily Singapore-to-Frankfurt service from March 31, 2024, marking the return of Singapore Airlines' quadjet to Europe.

Ethiopian Adds Second London Gateway

David Casey

Ethiopian Airlines has opened reservations for a new route linking Addis Ababa and London Gatwick, marking its second London gateway alongside London Heathrow.

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