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Binter Canarias, via its official Facebook account, announced (04-Feb-2026) changes to its carry-on lithium battery rules, effective immediately. The carrier prohibits the use and charging of spare lithium batteries on board, including power banks.

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Several airlines, including Austrian Airlines, Fiji Airways, Qantas Group, Virgin Australia, and Malaysia Airlines, updated their lithium battery and power bank policies recently, prohibiting use and charging onboard, restricting stowage to certain areas, and limiting the number of power banks allowed per passenger. These changes followed increased concerns over inflight fire risks and regulatory updates from authorities such as ICAO and EASA1 2 3 4 5 6.

ST Engineering AirX advanced (03-Feb-2026) plans to bring AirFish Wing-in-Ground (WIG) craft to market through two strategic partnerships. BatamFast regional ferry operator will lease and operate an AirFish Voyager craft and introduce it to the ferry route between Singapore and Batam. Operations are expected to commence in 2H2026, subject to regulatory approvals. ST Engineering AirX and BatamFast will also explore opportunities to expand operations to new destinations across Southeast Asia. Wings Over Water Ferries (WOW) will lease and operate up to four AirFish Voyager craft in India from late 2026, with the commencement of operations subject to route approvals by the local authorities. AirFish WIG craft is expected to achieve classification by mid 2026. [more - original PR]

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ST Engineering AirX previously signed a collaboration with Bureau Veritas to focus on classification and certification of the AirFish Wing-in-Ground (WIG) craft, aiming to establish a framework for future platforms and serial production, and to work with flag states for marine registration in respective countries1. It also collaborated with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore on trials of its AirFish 8 prototypes2.

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SWISS receives second A350

SWISS received (04-Feb-2026) its second A350-900 aircraft (HB-IFB) at Zurich Airport. The aircraft was named 'Delémont' and is the first A350 to feature the classic SWISS livery. The aircraft will enter into service on 23-Feb-2026 on the Zurich-Montreal route. The carrier plans to deploy both A350s on services to Boston and Seoul from the beginning of summer 2026. As previously reported by CAPA, SWISS expects delivery of an additional eight A350s by 2031. [more - original PR]

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SWISS initially deployed its first A350 on short haul routes before commencing long haul services to Boston in Nov-2025, with Montreal set as the second long haul destination and Seoul as the third from 29-Mar-2026, replacing A340 equipment. The A350s feature the new 'SWISS Senses' cabin interior, and the carrier expects delivery of an additional eight A350s by 2031, all similarly equipped1 2.

IndiGo announced (04-Feb-2026) plans to implement the following temporary schedule changes to its long haul international services operated with Boeing 787-9 equipment, due to recent issues with on time performance stemming from regional airspace closures and congestion at airports:

  • Mumbai-Copenhagen: Suspend service from 17-Feb-2026 until further notice;
  • Delhi-Manchester: Reduce frequency from five to four times weekly, effective from 07-Feb-2026, further reduce frequency to three times weekly, effective from 19-Feb-2026;
  • Delhi-London Heathrow: Reduce frequency from five to four times weekly, effective from 09-Feb-2026. [more - original PR]

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IndiGo was the sole scheduled operator on the Mumbai-Copenhagen and Delhi-Manchester routes, both of which were launched with Boeing 787-9 equipment in late 2025 as part of its long haul expansion. The Mumbai-Copenhagen service marked its third long haul international route, and the Delhi-Manchester service commenced at five times weekly from 15-Nov-20251 2.

Capital A CEO Tony Fernandes, via his personal LinkedIn account, confirmed (04-Feb-2026) plans to delay his retirement and negotiate with the boards of AirAsia X and Capital A to extend his contract by a further five years.

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Capital A recently met all conditions for the disposal of its airline business to AirAsia X, with sale and purchase agreements becoming unconditional and completion expected by Dec-2025. Tony Fernandes stated this transition will see the formation of a newly unified AirAsia Group and allow Capital A to focus on its five core travel and digital companies as distinct entities1.

Fraport AG senior EVP aviation Alexander Laukenmann, speaking at The Aviation-Event 2026 Germany, stated (03-Feb-2026) airports have to have the right partners to grow. In Frankfurt Airport's case, the new business strategy of Condor has changed the dynamics at the airport. Mr Laukenmann added: "It is a nice situation that we now have two hub operators in one airport, which is rare".

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Air Zimbabwe, via its official Facebook account, invited (13-Jan-2026) applications for its 2026 aircraft engineering apprenticeship intake. The initiative is a four year technical training programme across 11 specialised trades.

Air France-KLM announced (02-Feb-2026) the reappointment of Marjan Rintel as KLM Royal Dutch Airlines president and CEO for a four year term. Ms Rintel has served in the role since 01-Jul-2022. [more - original PR] [more - original PR - II]

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KLM reported a slight revenue increase in 3Q2025 despite high costs and operational challenges, with CFO Bas Brouns noting that the carrier was still not earning enough to invest adequately in key areas to maintain competitiveness and was seeking further financial improvements1. The current KLM board composition, with Marjan Rintel as CEO, was set following the planned departure of chief experience officer Barry ter Voert at the end of 20252.

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