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Dutch Judge says Ryanair is liable for pilot strikes

According to Dutch travel claims website AviClaim, A Dutch judge has agreed that Ryanair is liable to pay EU261 compensation to passengers affected by pilots and cabin crew strikes. EU261 says that compensation should be automatically paid to passengers who are subject to significant delays or flight cancellations except in [read more]

British Airways launches flights to Islamabad for first time in 10 Years
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British Airways returns to Pakistan after 10 years

British Airways (BA/BAW) has operated a flight from London Heathrow (LHR/EGLL) to Islamabad (ISB/OPIS) in Pakistan for the first time since stopping flights to the country 10 years ago. The flight marks the recommencement of a three times per week service connecting the two capitals and bolstering key trade links [read more]

Flybe at Cardiff Airport (The Aviation Media Agency)
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Flybe CEO Christine Ourmières-Widener stands down

Flybe has announced that Chief Executive Officer Christine Ourmières-Widener is standing down from 15th July 2019 following the sale of the airline to Virgin Atlantic led consortium Connect Airways Limited. Ms Ourmières-Widener joined Flybe in 2016 and under her stewardship of the regional airline saw it decline from a profitable [read more]

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Thomas Cook approaching point of no return

UK based holiday company Thomas Cook is rapidly approaching the point of no return in its fight for survival amid rising losses and plummeting share prices. Shares in the company have recently been deemed “worthless” by Citigroup after massive drops following reports on its performance over the winter showed losses [read more]

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New Chairman for London Luton Airport

London Luton Airport (LTN/EGGW) has appointed Keith Ludeman as the new chairman of the airport. Mr Ludeman brings vast experience of the transport industry to the airport having previously been chairman High Speed One (HS1) railway and bus operator, Go-Ahead Group PLC and takes over the role with immediate affect. [read more]