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Calgary, AB, September 17, 2025: De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has announced the retrofit option of Starlink in-flight internet on its Dash 8-400 aircraft. This advancement brings reliable, high-speed Wi-Fi to one of the world’s most versatile aircraft, setting a new standard for in-flight connectivity in regional aviation. Starlink will be available as a ‘factory option’ through De Havilland Canada’s OEM Refurbishment Program or as a retrofit solution for in-service Dash 8-400 aircraft. The installation is designed for minimal downtime and integrates seamlessly with existing aircraft systems. We look forward to our customers introducing this exciting new product to passengers in the coming weeks by equipping their Dash 8-400 fleets with reliable in-flight connectivity. This milestone marks the first De Havilland Canada aircraft in the world to deliver the service and will provide passengers with seamless, gate-to-gate internet access—even when flying in remote or previously underserved regions. “The addition of Starlink on the Dash 8-400 demonstrates our commitment to continued investment in our products and to providing cutting-edge solutions for our customers,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice-President, Sales and Marketing, De Havilland Canada. “With this technology, passengers can enjoy reliable, high-speed internet access for streaming, browsing and other real-time online applications – bringing the regional flying experience in line with today’s traveller expectations.” Flying millions of passengers worldwide, the Dash 8 aircraft continues to be a mainstay of regional travel, known for its performance, reliability, and sustainability. This latest enhancement further strengthens its position as the aircraft of choice for modern, connected regional operations.

Singapore, 17 September 2025 – Satair, an Airbus Services company, Airbus (Chengdu) Lifecycle Services Ltd. (ALS), and Guangzhou Hangrun Technology Co., Ltd. (Hangrun Technology) have signed a Tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for joint strategic cooperation. This non-binding agreement outlines a five-year collaboration for aircraft end-of-life solutions. The partnership aims to provide a comprehensive, one-stop service for aircraft dismantling and the distribution of Used Serviceable Material (USM). Under this agreement, Hangrun Technology will provide 15 aircraft over a five-year period to ALS for dismantling. The USMs from these aircraft will be distributed and sold by Satair’s Chengdu entity (SC), leveraging Satair’s global distribution network. This strategic collaboration is designed to provide customers with a single, streamlined solution for the management of mature assets and the opportunity to generate more profit from USM sales. This new agreement builds upon the existing consignment relationship between Satair Chengdu and Hangrun Technology, which was established earlier this year with an A330 airframe. The tripartite MoU marks a significant step forward in mapping out a long-term cooperation between the three parties. Andy Lee, Managing Director of Satair China, noted, “This tripartite cooperation provides a unique, one-stop end-of-life aircraft solution for our customers. By combining our global USM sales network with ALS’s capabilities, we are helping our customers handle their mature assets in a profitable and streamlined way.” Mr. Peng Xiaofeng, Chairman of Hangrun Technology, added: “We are pleased to formalise our strategic partnership with Satair and ALS. This MoU will streamline our aircraft dismantling processes and ensure that the USMs are distributed through a trusted global partner. It is a significant step forward in our long-term collaboration and commitment to the industry.” This strategic agreement marks a significant milestone for all three parties, ensuring a cohesive approach to aircraft end-of-life management. The unique aspects of this agreement include the comprehensive, one-stop nature of the solution, which highlights the strong, collaborative partnership between the three companies.

Dubai,17 September 2025: flydubai has announced the launch of new flights to Nairobi International Airport (NBO) in Kenya, starting from 15 October 2025. The flights will operate from Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) with a four-times-weekly service.In addition to the new service to the capital, flydubai will increase its operations to Mombasa to a daily service from 01 October 2025, bringing the airline’s total weekly flights to Kenya to 11. Commenting on the announcement, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “Kenya is an important market for flydubai, and we are pleased to strengthen our operations with the addition of Nairobi and the increased frequency of our service to Mombasa. These flights underline the importance of connecting Kenya to Dubai’s global aviation hub, enhancing access for trade, travel and tourism between our two countries. We remain committed to playing our part in supporting stronger economic and cultural ties between the UAE and Africa.” Sudhir Sreedharan, Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations (UAE, GCC, Africa and South Asia) at flydubai, added: “We are pleased to see our footprint in Kenya grow with the start of flights to Nairobi and the daily service to Mombasa, which started with a four-times-weekly service in 2024. This expansion provides more convenient options for customers from the UAE and across our network to access Kenya, whether they are travelling for business, leisure or to visit friends and family. We sincerely thank the Kenyan authorities and our partners for their support in making these routes possible.”

Dehradun, 16th September 2025: Air India Express commenced operations from Dehradun Airport with the launch of daily direct flights to Bengaluru. The first flight on the Dehradun–Bengaluru route was flagged off by Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister of Uttarakhand. The inaugural flight departed Dehradun at 16:30 hrs and landed in Bengaluru at 19:30 hrs. Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, said: “The start of Air India Express services from Dehradun marks an important milestone for civil aviation in our state. Enhanced connectivity to Bengaluru will provide a significant boost to tourism, trade, and investment opportunities in Uttarakhand, while also strengthening links for students, professionals, and entrepreneurs with one of India’s most dynamic cities. We welcome Air India Express and look forward to the positive impact this connectivity will bring to our people and economy.” Commenting on the occasion, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said: “We are delighted to commence operations from Dehradun, our 58th station, with daily direct flights to Bengaluru, our largest domestic hub. This is the third new station launched this month, following Ahmedabad and Chandigarh, underscoring the rapid expansion of our network. The new route not only connects Uttarakhand directly with Bengaluru’s economic and educational hubs but also offers convenient one-stop connections to 18 more cities across India. With our fleet now crossing 115 aircraft, we are scaling up, building a stronger, more accessible network that reflects the aspirations of modern India.”