AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBahamas Safety Clampdown: Flamingo Air is temporarily grounded after a Cessna 402 crash in North Andros killed all 10 onboard, with a second incident involving a fire after passengers disembarked also under review. Airframe Incident: A Malta Air (Ryanair) flight from Thessaloniki to Germany returned shortly after takeoff when a cabin window dislodged mid-flight; a passenger was partially sucked out and suffered neck/shoulder injuries. Airline Network Moves: Malaysia Airlines added Kuala Lumpur–Shenzhen and Kuala Lumpur–Changsha services (737-8), while also canceling select flights tied to Typhoon Bavi. Europe Route Expansion: Air Canada Rouge announced new 737 MAX 8 nonstop routes to Europe from Halifax, Montreal and Toronto, shifting more MAX 8 flying to the leisure unit. US Accessibility Rule: A DOT final rule took effect requiring annual hands-on training for airline staff who assist passengers with wheelchairs or scooters. US Politics Meets Aviation: The Trump administration subpoenaed New York Times journalists over reporting on security concerns tied to the Qatar-gifted Air Force One. M&A Watch: Apollo launched a £7.7bn bid for easyJet, setting up a potential takeover battle. General Aviation: A small plane crash in Kansas left the pilot uninjured after running out of fuel.
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