AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUAE-Iran Sanctions Hit Aviation: The UAE’s GCAA suspended all flights by Iranian airlines to and from the country, effective Sept. 24, citing the US sanctions that restrict Iranian carriers’ access to airports worldwide. US Sanctions Pressure: The move follows US Treasury warnings that Iranian airlines could be “shut down” globally, with secondary sanctions targeting anyone providing fuel, landing services, or tickets. New Charter Links (Central Asia): SCAT Airlines will launch Bishkek–Sanya charters from December (winter 2026/27), while Qanot Sharq plans Bishkek–Phuket direct service starting Nov. 17, twice weekly on A321neo aircraft. Regional Growth in the US: Avelo expands its Dallas/McKinney base with four new nonstop routes and a third 737, adding Denver, Atlanta, New Orleans, and Nashville. Airline Expansion in Europe: Ryanair will base a sixth aircraft at Liverpool for Winter 2026, adding routes to Milan Bergamo, Copenhagen, Gdansk, Porto, Tirana, and Warsaw. Safety & Compliance Focus: FAA chief Bryan Bedford says safety and risk management are top priorities, including strengthening the FAA’s safety management structure.
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