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Press Release: Allegiant to acquire Sun Country
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Press Release: Allegiant to acquire Sun Country

Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines today announced a definitive merger agreement under which Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a cash and stock transaction at an implied value of $18.89 per Sun Country share. Sun Country shareholders will receive 0.1557 shares of Allegiant common stock and $4.10 in cash for each Sun Country share owned,... The post Press Release: Allegiant to acquire Sun Country appeared first on Runway Girl.

Runway Girl Network Jan 11, 2026
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Final Report Released: British Airways Heathrow Turbulence Incident
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Final Report Released: British Airways Heathrow Turbulence Incident

The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) released a report on Jan. 8, 2026, explaining the details of the “British Airways passengers and a crew member suffered from injuries on a flight to London Heathrow during turbulence” incident. This incident happened Dec. 6, 2024, on a flight to London Heathrow from Los Angeles while flying near […] The post Final Report Released: British Airways Heathrow Turbulence Incident appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.

Travel Radar Jan 11, 2026
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Colombia launches major counter-drone program after U.S. hits Venezuela
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Colombia launches major counter-drone program after U.S. hits Venezuela

Colombia announced on January 10 that it is launching a COP 6.2 trillion (approximately $1.6 billion) National Anti-Drone Shield, a move taken directly in response to the recent U.S. military strike on Venezuela, the Colombian government said in an official statement. According to the Ministry of Defense, the program creates a nationwide detection and interdiction […]

Defence Blog Aviation Jan 11, 2026
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Israel raises alert level as U.S. weighs action in Iran unrest
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Israel raises alert level as U.S. weighs action in Iran unrest

Israel placed its security apparatus on high alert on January 10 after senior officials assessed the possibility of direct U.S. intervention in Iran as nationwide anti-government protests there enter their most volatile stage in years, according to Israeli sources who spoke to Reuters. Three Israeli officials with knowledge of internal security consultations said the alert […]

Defence Blog Aviation Jan 11, 2026
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Stansted’s Expansion: New Routes and Airlines For 2026
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Stansted’s Expansion: New Routes and Airlines For 2026

London Stansted Airport is set for a significant expansion in 2026. The airport is welcoming a major new airline and a host of fresh destinations. The airport confirmed Turkish Airlines will commence operations in March. This will be alongside new routes from Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2, TUI, and BA CityFlyer, dramatically increasing choice for both leisure and […] The post Stansted’s Expansion: New Routes and Airlines For 2026 appeared first on Travel Radar - Aviation News.

Travel Radar Jan 11, 2026
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Russia launches new jet-powered strike drone against Ukraine
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Russia launches new jet-powered strike drone against Ukraine

Ukraine’s Military Intelligence Directorate (GUR) has confirmed that Russia used a new jet-powered strike drone, identified as the Geran-5, during combined air attacks at the start of 2026. The announcement, released today, states that Russian forces employed the platform for the first time against targets inside Ukraine. The Geran-5 has a length of around six […]

Defence Blog Aviation Jan 11, 2026
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East Midlands Airport adds Seven New Routes as New Airline SunExpress to Begin Operations in 2026
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East Midlands Airport adds Seven New Routes as New Airline SunExpress to Begin Operations in 2026

East Midlands Airport, an international airport located in Leicestershire, England, will add seven new routes in 2026. The announcement comes as the new Lufthansa-Turkish Airlines joint venture SunExpress is set to begin its operations from the airport this year. SunExpress comes to East Midlands Airport SunExpress, a new airline, will run two new routes from the […] The post East Midlands Airport adds Seven New Routes as New Airline SunExpress to Begin Operations in 2026 appeared first on

Travel Radar Jan 11, 2026
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Vueling discontinues two Croatia routes
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Vueling discontinues two Croatia routes

Low cost carrier Vueling is discontinuing its services from Rome Fiumicino to both Split and Dubrovnik. Earlier this week, the airline initially reduced frequencies on the Rome - Split route but has since withdrawn ticket sales altogether, confirming the route’s termination. Vueling has also discontinued sales on the Rome - Dubrovnik service. The carrier will continue to offer indirect connectivity to both Croatian coastal cities via its Barcelona hub.During the 2025 summer season, Vueling opera

EX-YU Aviation News Jan 11, 2026
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TRIP REPORT: Air Serbia, Athens - Belgrade
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TRIP REPORT: Air Serbia, Athens - Belgrade

TRIP REPORTRecently travelled Athens - Belgrade and it was my first time on Air Serbia’s E195. I redeemed some leftover Etihad Guest miles for the ticket and since the difference in points between economy and business was small, I took the opportunity and booked business.At Athens Airport, check-in had already begun when I arrived. While there was a long line for economy, the business one was empty, so I checked in quickly.Athens Airport was crowded as usual and the line at passport control was

EX-YU Aviation News Jan 11, 2026
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