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Aviation Daily, June 29, 2021

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Regulatory/Legislative

777X
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FAA Delays Certification Test Start For Boeing 777-9

Jun 28, 2021
Boeing’s long-delayed 777X program has suffered another blow after the FAA declined the manufacturer’s request for Type Inspection Authorization (TIA), citing concerns over unresolved software and hardware issues.
Southwest Airlines NTSB inspection
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FAA, Boeing Finalizing Series Of 737NG Nacelle Modifications

Jun 28, 2021
The FAA plans to mandate three modifications to Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) nacelles linked to a pair of inflight fan-blade failures that caused significant damage outside the engine and led to one passenger fatality. 
Southwest Airlines first flight to Hawaii
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Hawaii Lifts Restrictions For U.S. Domestic Travelers

Jun 25, 2021
The state of Hawaii plans to eliminate its pre-travel testing or quarantine requirement for fully vaccinated U.S. domestic travelers beginning July 8. 
generic United Airlines pilot
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UK Eyes October Start For New Pilot Mental Health Rules

Jun 25, 2021
The UK is hoping to implement its own pilot mental fitness rules later in 2021, mirroring EASA regulations that entered force in February, however the requirement for start-of-employment psychological assessments could be made optional.
787
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Vietnam Airlines Secures Transport Canada Approval

Jun 22, 2021
The decision by Transport Canada to award a Foreign Air Operator Certificate allows Vietnam Airlines to carry passengers and cargo to any point in the country.

The Daily Memo

Congonhas Airport
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Daily Memo: Will The Pandemic Usher In A New Era Of Consolidation In Brazil?

Jun 28, 2021
Despite Azul’s recent declaration that it was exploring consolidation options in Brazil, GOL has made the first move with its intent to acquire domestic carrier MAP Transportes Aéreos. But the story in Brazil is far from over. 

Airlines

Air Caraibes A350-1000
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Air Caraibes Restarts Haiti Flights, Takes Second A350-1000

Jun 28, 2021
French long-haul operator Air Caraibes has restarted flights to Haiti and the Dominican Republic and taken delivery of its second Airbus A350-1000; the carrier is predicting “good momentum” for the 2021 summer season

Airports

Schiphol Airport new Departure Hall
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Schiphol Airport Opens Revamped Departure Hall

Jun 28, 2021
Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport has opened the refurbished and expanded Departure Hall 1 with the aim of increasing passenger flow. 
TFU
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Chengdu Opens Second Airport, New Chongqing Airport In The Works 

Jun 28, 2021
Chengdu has become the third city in China to boast two international air hubs, following Shanghai and Beijing.
Avelo Air 737 takes flight
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Connecticut Airport Expansion Seeks To Draw Low-Fare Passengers

Jun 24, 2021
Regional airports management company Avports is leading a $100 million capital improvement program at Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN), a project that has U.S. start-up ULCC Avelo Airlines on board to make HVN its first East Coast base.

Cargo

Lufthansa
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Lufthansa Cargo Could Reenter Short-Haul Air Freight Market

Jun 17, 2021
Lufthansa Chairman and CEO Carsten Spohr believes it could be a profitable area for Lufthansa Cargo.

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