US Aviation Security & Conflict: A US Air Force colonel recounted surviving after his F-15E was shot down over Iran, describing 50 hours behind enemy lines before rescue. Aviation Policy: Oman’s National Aviation Strategy 2040 committee reviewed progress on connectivity and logistics initiatives. Airline Reliability (Nigeria): Nigeria’s NCAA said 4,765 of 7,961 domestic flights were delayed in August (about 60%), with United Nigeria Airlines topping the delays at 76.6%. Loyalty & Partnerships: Emirates Skywards and flydubai launched a double-miles promotion (register/book Sept 15–30, travel by Nov 30). Mergers & Antitrust (Korea): South Korea’s FTC approved Korean Air–Asiana mileage integration, including 1-to-1 conversion for flight-earned Asiana miles and protections for Asiana members for 10 years post-merger. Airport Ops & Passenger Experience: Birmingham Airport apologized for August baggage disruption after an X-ray screening malfunction separated bags from passengers. Tech & Infrastructure: Eurocontrol extended BT’s contract for the Pan-European Network Service through 2033, supporting secure air traffic data exchange. Safety/Operations: Condor’s A320 missed Frankfurt’s curfew by seconds, forcing a go-around and diversion. Growth Outlook: Airbus raised its forecast for India’s domestic air traffic growth to 9.3% (from 8.9%), citing continued demand. Regional Disruption: Indonesia’s forest-fire smoke in West Kalimantan disrupted flights as visibility fell below 1km in Pontianak.