AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours ago9/11 Remembrance: Southern Californians marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, recalling the hijacked flights (AA11, UA175, AA77, UA93), the FAA grounding of civilian flights, and how aviation security was reshaped overnight. Aviation Safety Oversight: Togo is hosting an ICAO technical assistance mission focused on airport safety and ground handling as Lomé pushes to strengthen its hub role. eVTOL Push in the US: Joby Aviation will be first to fly under the White House-backed eVTOL Integration Pilot Program, with Texas demonstration flights aimed at integrating electric air taxis into active airspace. Cabin Supply Chain Pressure: AerCap and Lufthansa Technik warn airlines’ bespoke seat and cabin demands are driving certification delays and higher delivery costs. Starlink Connectivity Rollouts: Copa expects to finish fleet-wide Starlink installation by mid-2027, while Korean Air and Asiana plan Starlink on 14 widebodies. Freighter Expansion: flydubai launches dedicated freighter operations Oct. 1, adding 737-800 freighters via wet lease and eyeing 737 P2F conversions from 2029. Controversy Watch: Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary again refused to apologize after comparing rival airlines to “high-fare rapists.” Route/Network Moves: Emirates got approval for Berlin services after 22 years, and Etihad will start Abu Dhabi–Berlin flights Oct. 15 via Condor.
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