Aviation Daily Roundup: June 22

Corsair Negotiating Rescue Plan With French Government
Credit: Rob FinlaysonFrench airline Corsair is negotiating a rescue plan which could involve new shareholders, a source has told Aviation Daily, confirming information initially reported by online publication La Tribune.
Aviation Firms Gear Innovations Toward Mitigating COVID-19 Risk
Credit: Etihad AirwaysFive aviation industry suppliers have devised solutions aimed at mitigating the spread of COVID-19, including a risk-assessment app, an immunity “passport,” cabin air supply modifications and hands-free aircraft lavatories.
Lufthansa Works To Avoid Grounding, Stave Off Insolvency
Credit: LufthansaLufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr said the airline has made ample preparations to avoid a grounding, in case an extraordinary general assembly rejects the company’s multi-billion bailout on June 25 and the airline is forced to file for insolvency proceedings.
Bain, Cyrus Offer Final Bids For Virgin Australia
Credit: Virgin AustraliaThe contest to select a new owner for Virgin Australia has entered the final stages, with the two remaining bidders presenting proposals that call for retaining the core parts of the airline’s operations.
Delta To Be First U.S. Carrier Resuming Flights To China
Credit: Rob FinlaysonDelta Air Lines plans to resume service between Seattle and Shanghai via Seoul Incheon on June 25, becoming the first U.S. airline to return to China since flights were suspended in early February as the COVID-19 outbreak escalated.
LOT Polish Airlines Seeking Second AOC—For A Subsidiary
Credit: Joe PriesLOT Polish Airlines has confirmed that it has applied for a second air operator’s certificate (AOC) for a subsidiary that is also named “LOT Polish Airlines.”
Interview: Philadelphia International Airport CEO Chellie Cameron
Credit: Philadelphia International AirportPhiladelphia International Airport (PHL) CEO Chellie Cameron describes the U.S. East Coast international gateway’s “runway to recovery” plan.
Virgin Atlantic Resuming Flights To 17 Additional Destinations
Credit: Virgin AtlanticUK long-haul carrier Virgin Atlantic plans to relaunch services to 17 more destinations in August, building on five previously announced routes scheduled to return in late July.A daily roundup of air transport news.
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