At The Pointy End (Page 5)

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Airlink and Qatar Airways expand codeshare partnership

Airlink and Qatar Airways have enhanced their codeshare agreement effective in the third quarter of 2026.

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Etihad launches Abu Dhabi-Gothenburg direct service in December

Etihad Airways is starting a new direct route between Abu Dhabi and Gothenburg, Sweden, beginning in December.

Emirates plans Milan expansion with potential fifth-freedom flights

Emirates is exploring expansion of its Milan operations, potentially including fifth-freedom flights that would allow the airline to carry passengers between two non-UAE points on routes originating from the Emirates hub.

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Etihad launches seasonal Gothenburg service from December 2026

Etihad Airways will begin seasonal service to Gothenburg, Sweden from December 2026.

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Korean Air-Asiana merger approved, completion set for December 2026

Korean Air and Asiana Airlines shareholders and board have approved their merger, with completion scheduled for December 17, 2026.

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Emirates cuts US frequencies in September and October 2026

Emirates is reducing service to the United States in September and October 2026.

Etihad extends Palma de Mallorca seasonal service to late October 2026

Etihad Airways has extended its seasonal service to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, running through late October 2026.

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Qantas plans 11 new ultra-long nonstop routes

Qantas has announced plans to launch 11 new nonstop routes with flight times up to 18 hours, using new aircraft and technology to extend its long-haul network.

Alaska Airlines adds Korean Air codeshare from August 2026

Alaska Airlines will begin a codeshare agreement with Korean Air starting mid-August 2026.

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Vietjet launches Western Sydney services to Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok

Vietjet Air has begun operating flights from Western Sydney Airport to Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok.

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Emirates suspends A380 service to two long-haul destinations

Emirates has suspended Airbus A380 flights to two long-haul destinations, reducing the airline's deployment of its flagship four-engine aircraft.

Singapore Airlines cuts Johannesburg frequency by over 40% from late October

Singapore Airlines will reduce flights to Johannesburg from late October, cutting capacity by more than 40 percent.

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